Aaron (or Coop) is a freelance writer, multi-instrumentalist and overall lover of all things music. As an advocate for indie record labels and artists, he is passionate about local scenes and do-it-yourself artistry. If it's good, it's good. If it's bad, he's not afraid to explain why.
It can be argued that Riot Fest is a festival for people who hate what bigger festivals have become and in that sense, it's my festival. It's our festival.
Taking Back Sunday's Tidal Wave isn't a collection of singles, writes Aaron Cooper, but an actual album and one of their most satisfying releases in years.
Live at the Hollywood Bowl isn't just a bunch of live Beatles tracks, it shows how exciting and tight they were as a live band, writes B.G.M.'s Aaron Cooper.