R.I.P. Phife Dawg (A Tribe Called Quest)
Thank you to Phife Dawg and A Tribe Called Quest for creating some of my favorite songs and albums of all time. R.I.P. Phife Dawg. ATCQ for life!
Dedication Post
A Beginner’s Guide to Bill Laswell
It’s a vaguely familiar name to music nerds: Bill Laswell. He’s known as a skilled bassist who’s played with bunch of New York scenesters and as a producer.
Deciphering David Bowie
I find myself in a familiar place with David Bowie. Disoriented, but still captivated as ever, I simply can’t figure out who or what David Bowie was.
Hang Onto Yourself: David Bowie and Doing Without Fear
David Bowie was a finder, one who loved sharing the wonderful things he found with the rest of the world. Sounds, bands, experiences: LIFE.
David Bowie: Embrace the Weird
Looking at David Bowie's influence on self-expression throughout his career and his willingness to flirt with trends and how he challenged himself.
David Bowie: 1947-2016
The first thing I heard today was that David Bowie had died. The buzz of my alarm, the radio announcing his death followed by the first notes of “Changes.”
R.I.P. Lemmy Kilmister (Motörhead)
Lemmy did it for over 40 years and dressed like a biker pirate! the hat and mutton chop sideburns are synonymous with Lemmy as Lemmy is to Motörhead.
Nicolas Jaar: The Genius of Nymphs
I'm enamored with the genius of Nicolas Jaar. Throughout all three Nymph EPs, he delicately constructs layers of sounds, sensations, and sensibilities.
R.I.P. Scott Weiland (Stone Temple Pilots / Velvet Revolver)
Scott Weiland and Stone Temple Pilots were really excellent during the 90s and I will always try and remember how great they were back in the day.
A Tribute to Funeral For a Friend: A Final Farewell
This article serves as a final farewell to Funeral For a Friend, David raises his finger for one last salute and says a massive and most sincere thank you.