Food Holidays in September
The only thing I talk about more than music is food (which is why I'm, quite possibly, the most annoying person ever).
Great Scores From Great (Or Good, Or Awful) Films
Sometimes a score complements a movie beautifully, and sometimes it is more memorable than the movie itself. Either way, here are some goodies.
Great Ohio Bands and Musicians
Look no further than Ohio for tremendous musical talent!
Songs Inspired by Books
Ever since Ancient Greece music has looked to the printed page for inspiration.
Favorite Songs By Women
Inspiring songs by women musicians.
Happy Little Trees: A Playlist
A collection of songs that are not thought of as happy songs in the traditional sense, but are uplifting just the same. This post includes classics and lesser known gems from musical groups and/or musicians like The Monkees, Bill Withers, Nick Drake, The Mountain Goats, Outkast and many more.
10 Super Scary Books for Halloween
Chilling, haunting and unnerving - these horrific tales are unforgettable.
11 Favorite Songs About Music
Writing about musicians writing about music - how very meta.
TV Comedies to Warm the Cockles of Your Cold Dead Heart
A list of funny shows to get you through the winter.
10 Songs That Scare Me
While it’s a known fact that "Werewolf Bar Mitzvah" is the spookiest scariest song ever written, these diabolical ditties come a close second!
10 Seventies Soft Rock Songs for the Summer
It’s summer! Here are some songs for when you don’t want your drive to be too fast (or too furious, for that matter).
33 Songs About The Rain
April showers bring May flowers...and apparently a whole lot of musical inspiration too, as heard in these songs about the rain!
10 Great Songs by Irish Bands for Saint Patrick’s Day
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a selection of songs from Irish bands.
10 Influential Songs to Celebrate Black History Month
Music has always been about shared experience in life. Continue reading to explore a selection of influential songs spanning several decades.
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