Episode 1: Dark Alleys
Berlin, Deutschland
I imagine myself weaving through dark alleys during a drizzly night in Berlin, a city that never seems to sleep, especially in the tourist-free corners of the city. The streets are eerily quiet and free of natives and tourists. Illicit transactions that must take place by moonlight happen in these corners. Only the corner shops are open, many which are owned and/or operated by Turkish immigrants. Empty beer bottles could be found haphazardly discarded next to empty trash receptacles. In some parks and every subway, there is a faint odor of stale cigarettes and marijuana. Döner and Currywürst stands are covered with tarpaulin, only to be opened the next morning ready to serve business men on the go and the eager tourist, who was informed that he should indulge in some German-Turkish delights for a true experience in Berlin. The magnificent umbrellas of the cafes are turned down, leaving tables soaked in rain water. Street performers walk home with carrying their heavy instruments in their hands and earned money in their pockets, enough to buy some food and a return subway fare for the next day’s performance. Public transport has ceased and a few taxis speedly drive the intoxicated to their respectful homes. Soon the sun will rise over the Gate, and the city will awaken, only to endure another day.
Episode 1: Dark Alleys
I imagine myself weaving through dark alleys during a drizzly night in Berlin, a city that never seems to sleep, especially in the tourist-free corners of the city. The streets are eerily quiet and free of natives and tourists. Illicit transactions that must take place by moonlight happen in these corners. Only the corner shops are open, many which are owned and/or operated by Turkish immigrants. Empty beer bottles could be found haphazardly discarded next to empty trash receptacles. In some parks and every subway, there is a faint odor of stale cigarettes and marijuana. Döner and Currywürst stands are covered with tarpaulin, only to be opened the next morning ready to serve business men on the go and the eager tourist, who was informed that he should indulge in some German-Turkish delights for a true experience in Berlin. The magnificent umbrellas of the cafes are turned down, leaving tables soaked in rain water. Street performers walk home with carrying their heavy instruments in their hands and earned money in their pockets, enough to buy some food and a return subway fare for the next day’s performance. Public transport has ceased and a few taxis speedly drive the intoxicated to their respectful homes. Soon the sun will rise over the Gate, and the city will awaken, only to endure another day.
Episode 1: Dark Alleys
1 - K.A.S.T.A. - Intro
2 - Pijani Powietrzem - Fotki
3 - Amon Tobin - Saboteur
4 - Smith & Mighty - 1,2 Mic Check
5 - Dub Pistols - Ghetto
6 - DJ Spooky & Dave Lombardo - B-Side Wins Again (2005)
7 - Dub Pistols - Architect
8 - The Herbaliser - Road of Many Signs
9 - DJ Shadow - Fixed Income
10 - Nicholas James Bullen & Brion Gysin - Gilles Deleuze
11 - Fokus - Po co (feat. MCFalograf & Literat)
12 - Massive Attack - Two Rocks and a Cup of Water
13 - Paktofonika - Gdyby…
14 - Pokahontaz - Sklonuj Mnie
15 - Chief Xcel - Multitude
16 - Gorillaz - New Genius (Brother) [Mix]
17 - Handsome Boy Modeling School - Once Again (Here to Kick One for You) (feat. Sadat X, Grand Puba)
18 - L.U.C. - Stan Haelucynogenny
19 - Eminem - Lose Yourself
2 - Pijani Powietrzem - Fotki
3 - Amon Tobin - Saboteur
4 - Smith & Mighty - 1,2 Mic Check
5 - Dub Pistols - Ghetto
6 - DJ Spooky & Dave Lombardo - B-Side Wins Again (2005)
7 - Dub Pistols - Architect
8 - The Herbaliser - Road of Many Signs
9 - DJ Shadow - Fixed Income
10 - Nicholas James Bullen & Brion Gysin - Gilles Deleuze
11 - Fokus - Po co (feat. MCFalograf & Literat)
12 - Massive Attack - Two Rocks and a Cup of Water
13 - Paktofonika - Gdyby…
14 - Pokahontaz - Sklonuj Mnie
15 - Chief Xcel - Multitude
16 - Gorillaz - New Genius (Brother) [Mix]
17 - Handsome Boy Modeling School - Once Again (Here to Kick One for You) (feat. Sadat X, Grand Puba)
18 - L.U.C. - Stan Haelucynogenny
19 - Eminem - Lose Yourself
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