Hindsight is a beautiful thing. What I once thought was important, thankfully, never was. Realizing I’ve accomplished what I set out to do with this site while gaining more than I expected is the cherry on top. After recent news… Continue Reading
I’m just going to start off by being blunt: depression and anxiety are two asshole bullies who just love to point out all of your shortcomings. On their own, they’re persistent and menacing but when they get together, they can… Continue Reading
When news broke this afternoon of the death of Linkin Park’s Chester Bennington, my heart sank. If you grew up around the height of LP’s defining two albums, Hybrid Theory and Meteora, you understand the pain of hearing that the… Continue Reading
It’s been said time and again how it is nearly impossible to make a living off of music writing. As many times as I’ve heard that – and lived through the struggle of its truth – it doesn’t stop me… Continue Reading
Dearest Shirley, First off, I want to wish you the happiest of birthdays! I’m not sure if any of what is written here will suffice for all that you have done for me, but I’m going to try my best.… Continue Reading
Confession: Every once in a while, depression comes around and steals my joy. It shows no mercy and it tells me lies about myself that I, unfortunately, start to believe. Sadness turns into defeat. Defeat turns into hopelessness and pain.… Continue Reading
There are certain albums in our collections that just stand out from the rest; the ones that hold a special place in your heart for saying all the right words while always managing to connect you to whatever you need… Continue Reading