June was an interesting month in terms of diversity. Not so much in the actual styles presented, but rather in the tone and polish
There is a certain sense of stubbornness that, in some cases, can make a solo artist great. When gifted songwriters maintain their individuality, they
With summer in full gear, some artists have to take a temporary backseat to the seasonal bias that is subtly prevalent in most people.
Are eccentric artistic tendencies hereditary? Like eye color or facial characteristics, I would not be surprised if they were, mainly because I have witnessed
Solo albums usually require a substantial amount of self-sufficiency. There is rarely a source of constancy apart from the main artist’s output, and external
To successfully imitate a foreign musical tradition, there must be a regard for both the cultural relevance and stylistic composition of the music. I
Foreign causes are often distinctive enough to warrant recognition on their own. Food is probably the most common instance of this, with the international
It is always a safe bet to name your band after a great song. The name alone could easily grab the attention of many
Calling a song “I Wish I Was in Hüsker Dü” seems pretty customary for a high school band. Maybe not today, but we can
When I featured the legendary Thom Bell two years ago, it proved to be somewhat contrary to this site’s usual format. I often tend
