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June 12th 2013
UPCOMING CONCERT
Some nitpickers would argue - since the Apocalypse was a no-show - that we lack a good reason for holding another Concert for the End of the World. They are, of course, absolutely right. Fortunately enough, you don't need a good reason to hold a Concert for the End of the World. All you need is a terrible one. The worse the reason, the better it is. As it turns out, there's no shortage of terrible reasons. Tornado Alley, the Danube basin and Taksim Square have recently provided some solidly awful ones.

The duet's first post-apocalyptic performance is to take place on Friday, July 12th, in the picturesque garden of the MuziKafe in Ptuj (SLO). The repertoire will feature songs for two pianos and voice from the duet's latest album, Musical Accompaniment for the End of the World, and an assorted melange of older works. The duet will perform alongside pianist Igor Vicentic.

120 seats are available; we recommend booking tickets in advance. For more information, visit www.muzikafe.si (in Slovene and English).

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May 18th 2013
THE WHEEL
The oldest wooden wheel, with an axle, was discovered in the Ljubljana Marshes, thus providing a viable explanation for Top Gear's disturbing popularity in Slovenia. The wheel is making its first public appearance in the City Museum of Ljubljana at the exhibition The Wheel - 5,200 Years, which links ancient heritage with technolgical and scientific development.

The exhibition will feature a short film by Marko Kocevar and Maja Bahar. Scored by Silence, the film displays the illustrious career of the wheel, a career even Justin Bieber would envy. The wheel can be found - in some form or other - in practically every piece of technology. We hope the ancient wheel maker was savvy enough to patent his brainchild.

The exhibition opens on Thursday and closes on April 20th 2014. After that, it will be showcased in several European cities. For more information, visit www.mgml.si (in Slovene and English). Watch the film in the Videos section.

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Marusa Geymayer-Oblak. Photo: Primoz Lukezic

May 18th 2013
NEW SCORE: THREE FINGERS BELOW THE BELLY BUTTON
There's nothing quite as traditional as pornography. This is particularly evident in Tri prste pod popkom (Three Fingers Below the Belly Button), Marusa Geymayer-Oblak's new play, which features an ample selection of outrageously salacious Slovene traditional poems (four of which set to music by Silence). Produced by the Mladinsko Theatre, Tri prste pod popkom is to be presented at the upcoming Prelet (Overflight) festival. For further information, see The Vault and Events - Related.

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Ulay and Marina Abramovic

February 5th 2013
ULAY
Ulay, Damjan Kozole's intriguing full-length documentary about the "least known well-known artist", is to be released in spring. Describing Ulay as an interesting fellow would be somewhat of an understatement. After all, not many people have beaten cancer, slapped around Marina Abramovic and stolen a renowned painting from the Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin, for the sole purpose of hanging the picture on the wall of an apartment owned by Turkish immigrants. The film features a score by Silence. For further information, see Videos and The Vault

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December 7th 2012
NEW THEATRE SCORE

Na tri kralja ili kako hocete (Twelfth Night; or, What You Will), Aleksandar Popovski's rendition of Shakespeare's rambunctious comedy (full of incurable romantics with a penchant for cross-dressing), opens this evening at the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. The play features an original score (and a selection of older recordings) by Silence. Four exclusive sound samples - including a demo version of the play's theme song - have been uploaded to Silence's SoundCloud profile. For further information, see The Vault and Events - Related.

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NEW ALBUM
Are you tired of facing natural disasters, terrorist acts, nuclear meltdowns and stock market crashes blissfully unprepared? If so, we recommend purchasing Silence's new album, Musical Accompaniment for the End of the World (Songs for Two Pianos, Tactful Synths and Voice). This assorted collection of soothing and delightfully diverting songs is guaranteed to prevent upcoming disasters from ruining your day. Everything looks better with music; why should the end of the world be an exception? Don't hesitate, order now - tomorrow might be too late.

The CD comes in a hardy tin case, designed to withstand all types of disasters (except, perhaps, the lack of appreciation for irreverent humour). The box also contains a 16-page booklet with full lyrics and artwork. Order your copy in the Store section.

The record is also available as a download at silencezone.bandcamp.com.

Find out more about the album in the Discography section.

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Upcoming Concert The Wheel New Score: Three Fingers Below the Belly Button New Soundtrack: Ulay New Score: Twelfth Night; or, What You Will New Album /// News Archive		June 12th 2013 UPCOMING CONCERT Some nitpickers would argue - since the Apocalypse was a no-show - that we lack a good reason for holding another Concert for the End of the World. They are, of course, absolutely right. Fortunately enough, you don't need a good reason to hold a Concert for the End of the World. All you need is a terrible one. The worse the reason, the better it is. As it turns out, there's no shortage of terrible reasons. Tornado Alley, the Danube basin and Taksim Square have recently provided some solidly awful ones. The duet's first post-apocalyptic performance is to take place on Friday, July 12th, in the picturesque garden of the MuziKafe in Ptuj (SLO). The repertoire will feature songs for two pianos and voice from the duet's latest album, Musical Accompaniment for the End of the World, and an assorted melange of older works. The duet will perform alongside pianist Igor Vicentic. 120 seats are available; we recommend booking tickets in advance. For more information, visit www.muzikafe.si (in Slovene and English). /// May 18th 2013 THE WHEEL The oldest wooden wheel, with an axle, was discovered in the Ljubljana Marshes, thus providing a viable explanation for Top Gear's disturbing popularity in Slovenia. The wheel is making its first public appearance in the City Museum of Ljubljana at the exhibition The Wheel - 5,200 Years, which links ancient heritage with technolgical and scientific development. The exhibition will feature a short film by Marko Kocevar and Maja Bahar. Scored by Silence, the film displays the illustrious career of the wheel, a career even Justin Bieber would envy. The wheel can be found - in some form or other - in practically every piece of technology. We hope the ancient wheel maker was savvy enough to patent his brainchild. The exhibition opens on Thursday and closes on April 20th 2014. After that, it will be showcased in several European cities. For more information, visit www.mgml.si (in Slovene and English). Watch the film in the Videos section. /// Marusa Geymayer-Oblak. Photo: Primoz Lukezic May 18th 2013 NEW SCORE: THREE FINGERS BELOW THE BELLY BUTTON There's nothing quite as traditional as pornography. This is particularly evident in Tri prste pod popkom (Three Fingers Below the Belly Button), Marusa Geymayer-Oblak's new play, which features an ample selection of outrageously salacious Slovene traditional poems (four of which set to music by Silence). Produced by the Mladinsko Theatre, Tri prste pod popkom is to be presented at the upcoming Prelet (Overflight) festival. For further information, see The Vault and Events - Related. /// Ulay and Marina Abramovic February 5th 2013 ULAY Ulay, Damjan Kozole's intriguing full-length documentary about the "least known well-known artist", is to be released in spring. Describing Ulay as an interesting fellow would be somewhat of an understatement. After all, not many people have beaten cancer, slapped around Marina Abramovic and stolen a renowned painting from the Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin, for the sole purpose of hanging the picture on the wall of an apartment owned by Turkish immigrants. The film features a score by Silence. For further information, see Videos and The Vault /// December 7th 2012 NEW THEATRE SCORE Na tri kralja ili kako hocete (Twelfth Night; or, What You Will), Aleksandar Popovski's rendition of Shakespeare's rambunctious comedy (full of incurable romantics with a penchant for cross-dressing), opens this evening at the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb. The play features an original score (and a selection of older recordings) by Silence. Four exclusive sound samples - including a demo version of the play's theme song - have been uploaded to Silence's SoundCloud profile. For further information, see The Vault and Events - Related. /// NEW ALBUM Are you tired of facing natural disasters, terrorist acts, nuclear meltdowns and stock market crashes blissfully unprepared? If so, we recommend purchasing Silence's new album, Musical Accompaniment for the End of the World (Songs for Two Pianos, Tactful Synths and Voice). This assorted collection of soothing and delightfully diverting songs is guaranteed to prevent upcoming disasters from ruining your day. Everything looks better with music; why should the end of the world be an exception? Don't hesitate, order now - tomorrow might be too late. The CD comes in a hardy tin case, designed to withstand all types of disasters (except, perhaps, the lack of appreciation for irreverent humour). The box also contains a 16-page booklet with full lyrics and artwork. Order your copy in the Store section. The record is also available as a download at silencezone.bandcamp.com. Find out more about the album in the Discography section. News Archive