Seasons
The only album released in Arthur Russell’s lifetime, 1986’s “World of Echo”, is a staggering, ethereal masterpiece. It’s a look at a wildly underrated artist, almost unknown during the time
Brendan Hilliard
On Pablo, Kanye’s State is Cause for Concern
Kanye West – “The Life of Pablo” Kanye West has proven peerless in the hip-hop world. No one can quite do what he can in terms of his creative process. Take
Ten Years Ago...This Week?
Ten years ago last Sunday, February 14, 2006, I started this website. It’s fitting I’m writing this AFTER the anniversary, as nothing with this site ever gets done on time. It’
Favorite Songs of 2015 (And Other Stuff)
In no particular order after “Maggie”. Enjoy as a Spotify playlist this year! “Pedestrian At Best” – Courtney Barnett “Maggie, I’ve Been Searching For Our Son” – Craig Finn “Need You” –
Top 10 Favorite Albums of 2015
1. Jamie xx – In Colour 2. Beach Slang – The Things We Do To Find People Like Us In any year but this one, Beach Slang’s aim-for-the-stars would be a no-brainer
Favorite Songs of 2014 (and Other Stuff)
No particular order outside of “Grand Canyon” which is #1. Favorite Songs of 2014 “Grand Canyon” – Drive-By Truckers “Spinners” – The Hold Steady “The Only Thing” – The Hold Steady
Live at Winterland - Live Forever
I stood outside of Lee’s Palace on a rainy Toronto night in September 2009 chatting with a stranger waiting in line for the same show I was, discussing Bruce Springsteen. I’d
On new album, The Hold Steady bare their "Teeth"
The Hold Steady – Teeth Dreams (Positive Jams/Washington Square) I thought about how to best collect my thoughts on Teeth Dreams, the sixth album by The Hold Steady, for several weeks after
Getting Up Seems Impossibly Grand
With the year in its final days, I’m giving some last thoughts to all of the amazing stuff I’ve been able to do this year. I saw the Rolling Stones. Ate
Top Albums and Songs of 2013
Without further adieu, here’s my top ten favorite albums of this year (in order), and then my favorite songs of the year (in no particular order). Top Albums of 2013: 1.
Haim - The Wire
This song has been on constant repeat for me all week. I can’t get enough of it. Their debut album “Days All Gone” is due September 30th. Enjoy!
The Mountain Goats - Transcendental Youth
The Mountain Goats – Transcendental Youth John Darnielle can be a frustrating dude. The highs are high: 2005’s “The Sunset Tree”stands tall as a bonafide masterpiece, but the lows are just