I think it was my co-contributor Rob who gave me the idea a long time ago that it was right and good to like Stevie Wonder, and that “Talking Book” and “Songs in the Key of Life” were the quintessential albums to own. I bought Songs in the Key of Life ages ago, and I
Music and Sense Memory
I had a lovely barbecue tonight with a group of friends, and I rushed beforehand to make a playlist in my iTunes appropriate for use during summery barbecues. I wanted it to be a mix of fast and slow, classic rock and danceable party beats, sing-along classics everyone can join in during, and various bands
Metric pioneers mid-level indie success
I got hooked on Metric when iTunes gave away “Combat Baby” as a free track four or five years ago. That song alone keeps me a dedicated fan, even if they never put out another good album again. Thankfully they continue to, and now even without label support, they’re doing well. In fact, no surprise,