390 - Blue Giant part 1

390 - Blue Giant part 1

Author: Manga Mac Crew April 10, 2022 Duration: 1:36:35

This week we start our Retrospective on Shinichi Ishizuka's jazz manga Blue Giant! We discuss its blend of kinetic line art with the romanticization of the power of music! Also Darfox8 finishes Steven Universe and dakazu learns about the eccentric folk band Tama in "Tama" to Iu Fune ni Notteita!!!

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Timestamps:

  • 00:00:00 - Intro Song: "Jazz it Up" by Wesly Thomas, Opening, Introductions, Morgana's Birthday, Upcoming YouTube videos
  • 00:02:27 Listener Mail: Issues with Comixology only being available through American Amazon
  • 00:08:16 - Whatchu Been Reading: Transition Song: "Funkymania" by The Original Orchestra, *SPOILERS* Darfox reflects on great songs and anime references after finishing Steven Universe
  • 00:22:44 - Morgana has been busy crocheting 
  • 00:24:41 "Tama" to Iu Fune ni Notteita covers the origins of the eccentric band Tama through a Fujiko Fujio art style
  • 00:31:54 - Next Episode Preview and Rundown: Retrospective on Blue Giant, We will finish our review of Shinichi Ishizuka's manga drama about a young man's journey to become the greatest saxophone player in the world(covers omnibuses vols. 7-10)
  • 00:32:14 - Main Segment Retrospective: Blue Giant, Transition Song: "A Sophisticated Place" by John Van Houdt, We review Shinichi Ishizuka's jazz manga about Dai and his journey to become the greatest saxophone player in the world(covers omnibuses vols. 1-6)
  • 01:34:46 - Next Week's Topic: Blue Giant, Social Media Rundown, Sign Off Song: "Crazy for Your Love" by Orkas

Every Monday, the Manga Machinations podcast gathers for a conversation that feels like pulling up a chair with friends who are deeply passionate about comics from Japan. Hosted by dakazu, darfox8, Seamus2389, and Morgana Santilli, the discussions are less about the biggest mainstream hits and more about the hidden gems and foundational works that often fly under the radar. You’ll hear them introduce a wealth of unknown manga you’ve likely never encountered, alongside thoughtful, in-depth retrospective reviews of significant titles. These deep dives have covered works like the poignant comedy of 'Tokyo Tarareba Girls', the cyberpunk dystopia of 'BLAME!', and the legendary, epic scope of Tezuka Osamu's 'Phoenix'. The charm of this podcast lies in the hosts' genuine enthusiasm and varied perspectives, which can make a niche title sound like your next must-read. It’s a weekly exploration for anyone looking to move beyond the surface of manga, offering both discovery and a deeper appreciation for the art form’s vast landscape. For more from the Manga Mac Crew, you can visit their website or reach out via email.
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