Temporary | Embracing the Absurdity of Late Capitalism
Most of us have worked a terrible job or three in our lives. You might be stuck at...
Adam P. Newton
Fat Tony and Taydex – Wake Up | Good Music Should Never Sit Still
Wake Up reflects Fat Tony’s diverse artistic palate and widespread travels, while production from Taydex feels both familiar and forward-thinking.
Frank Lenz – Pyramid | Reflections on Drumming and Liner Notes
Pyramid by Frank Lenz moves both psych and electronic pop in new directions by creating compelling music without bowing to popular convention.
Wendy Carlos’ Switched-On Bach | Music, Technology, and Change
Wendy Carlos’s Switched-On Bach is the type of entry that keeps me coming back to the 33 1/3 series. Khesti’s work has completely opened up my mind.
Why Lhasa de Sela Matters | A Near-Perfect Mix of Idealism and Artistry
Why Lhasa de Sela Matters is very much organized and arranged as a traditional biography told in chronological order. She absolutely matters.
The OSYX: The OSYX | Updating Janis Joplin for the 21st Century
The OSYX is packed with fervent music and pissed-off voices, making it perfect for air guitarists around the world - including my Joplin-loving Boomer mom.
Why Karen Carpenter Matters | The Importance of Music, Family, and Culture
The book Why Karen Carpenter Matters focuses on Karen’s life and legacy holistically, we have space to appreciate her and her catalog anew.
Socialist Realism | Identity, Belonging, and Nostalgia
Ultimately, Socialist Realism is about the will to change - your life, your memories, your status, your world, and your sense of where you are in the world.
Revenge of the She-Punks | Women are the History and Future of Punk Rock
Revenge of the She-Punks: In the case of punky females, revenge means getting the same access as your male peers, to make your own music.
Citizen of Earth | War Really is Hell – Even in Space
At its heart, Citizen of Earth was a warning about humanity’s all-too-frequent penchant for an authoritarian “Daddy” to solve its problems - even in space.