At the end of every year, I feel the same way. I am sure I didn't listen to that many (non-jazz) albums, and then I’m surprised at how many albums I thoroughly enjoyed during the year. That said, I did listen to fewer pop albums this year as jazz explorations took up much of my... Continue Reading →
Current Obsessions, Vol. 2
Obsession • an idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person’s mind: he was in the grip of an obsession he was powerless to resist. My body shakes. I get goosebumps from my arms down through my legs. I don’t want to breathe lest my senses be directed somewhere other than my ears. Eventually, I’ll regain the ability to utter, “OMG!” My... Continue Reading →
My Favorite International Women’s Voices
If I had been better prepared I would have been a day earlier and taken a more thoughtful and respectful approach to this for International Women's Day. I could say more about each of the women below and I have in various posts over the years. In my haste, I'm sure I'm omitting some. I've... Continue Reading →
