Lyric Shrink | The Art of Escaping Yourself with Metric’s Artificial Nocturne
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Most everyone has felt out of place at one point or another in their life. Did you try...
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Welcome Center – Talk Talk Talk | Pop Music Should Be Kinda Sad
Rock purists and poptimist critics both underestimate the same thing about pop music. More often than not, it’s...
Lyric Shrink | The Killers and Bruce Springsteen – “Dustland”
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Life’s heartaches are many but the resolutions produce new and helpful experiences. We find hope, strength, and people...
Anne Freeman – Keep It Close | Embracing the Lyrics
I have a busted and broken relationship with the concept of the singer-songwriter. You can trace it back...
Mia Joy – Spirit Tamer | The Perks of Evolving Your Tastes
As a kid, my mother always told me that my tastes would change as I got older. I...
Kalbells – Max Heart | The Outspoken Joy of Intentional Artistry
The blurring of genres on Max Heart is so damned effective because Kalbells approaches their work with love, care, and direction.
An “Escapists” List of 2020’s Most Suitable Albums for Releasing Souls
2020 was the year of the throwback and my list of favorite albums reflects that. It proves that musically, I straight-up live in the 1970s.
Alex Frew: “Something To Hold On To” || Song Review
Canadian singer-songwriter Alex Frew released the latest single off of his EP, Cobalt, on January 21. Just like...
Introducing Lisa Danaë || Interview
Lisa Danaë – a Californian native pop singer – has been keeping busy this entire quarantine. Bringing new...
The Top 10 Most Annoying Songs of 2019: Narcissism and Validation
The Top 10 Most Annoying Songs of 2019: Feat. Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Luke Bryant, Lewis Capaldi, Ed Sheeran, Weezer, Maroon 5, Pitbull, and more.