Rad Like Dad
By Nate Kinsella | January 24, 2024
By Nate Kinsella | January 24, 2024
Rad Like Dad
Nate Kinsella on how transitioning into parenthood inspired the new Birthmark record.
Tag: music essay
Role Models: Devo Inspired Brent Amaker to Build His Own Universe
By Brent Amaker and the Rodeo | January 17, 2024
By Brent Amaker and the Rodeo | January 17, 2024
Role Models: Devo Inspired Brent Amaker to Build His Own Universe
How a fateful SNL appearance left a "profound impact" on the frontman.
Now is the Time for Cardiacs
By Jon Mueller | January 16, 2024
By Jon Mueller | January 16, 2024
Now is the Time for Cardiacs
Jon Mueller on his unexpected discovery of the late UK band.
WTF Are “Merch Cuts,” and Why Are Musicians So Pissed?
By Dan Mangan | January 11, 2024
By Dan Mangan | January 11, 2024
WTF Are “Merch Cuts,” and Why Are Musicians So Pissed?
Dan Mangan explains.
On Being an Artist in New York
By Editrix | December 8, 2023
On Being an Artist in New York
Wendy Eisenberg (Editrix) loves the city and all of its abstractions.
Is New York Rock & Roll Dead?
By Rebounder | December 6, 2023
Is New York Rock & Roll Dead?
NME claimed NYC natives Rebounder are “reviving New York’s rock & roll credentials.” Dylan Chenfeld doesn’t totally buy it.
Cassandra Jenkins at the Plaza
By Cassandra Jenkins | November 29, 2023
By Cassandra Jenkins | November 29, 2023
Cassandra Jenkins at the Plaza
The singer-songwriter on her NYC childhood, her piano man dad, and a memorable rendition of Beethoven’s 5th.
My Collection of Ghosts
By Loren DiBlasi | November 21, 2023
By Loren DiBlasi | November 21, 2023
My Collection of Ghosts
How Loren DiBlasi's family home in Ridgewood inspired Patio's new record.
Drivin’ In
By Craig Heed | November 14, 2023
By Craig Heed | November 14, 2023
Drivin’ In
Ex bridge-and-tunneler Craig Heed (Miracle Sweepstakes, Hit) on a decade of commuting to Brooklyn.
Role Models: Nels Cline is Anthony Pirog’s Guitar Hero
By Anthony Pirog | November 14, 2023
By Anthony Pirog | November 14, 2023
Role Models: Nels Cline is Anthony Pirog’s Guitar Hero
The guitarist talks meeting — and now collaborating with — his idol.