I finally got around to writing a long-form, non-review piece for PopMatters. I used Springsteen’s SXSW keynote as a jumping-off point, but it goes all over the place from there. Artists covered include… well, check the tags.
I’m going to stop writing now before I undermine this promotion with self-deprecation, as is my habit. But check it out!
Tears for Fears
“Head Over Heels” (Live circa the mid-80s)
I heard this song in a store the other day and was reminded how brilliant it is – the...
This was the best part of the masters graduation experience, HANDS DOWN

There’s a lot of beauty in ordinary things. Isn’t that kind of the point?
Tonight’s power-through grading session brought to you by Paramore.
mad men stans are called Rizzos
Debbie Harry and Kermit sing “Rainbow Connection” on The Muppet Show, 1980.
Debbie Harry performs “One Way or Another” on The Muppet Show, 1980. Perfect match.
Debbie Harry sings “Call Me” on The Muppet Show, 1980.