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The Downward Spiral: an Exploration of Violent Expressionism

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By Rival Consoles | January 11, 2023

The Downward Spiral: an Exploration of Violent Expressionism

Ryan Lee West (Rival Consoles) reflects on how NIN shaped his understanding of songwriting.

George Harrison’s Brainwashed Taught Me To Deal With Death

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By Morgan Enos | December 8, 2022

George Harrison’s Brainwashed Taught Me To Deal With Death

Morgan Enos (Other Houses) on how the late Beatle’s final album guided him through tragedy with wit and optimism.

A.I. Killed The Radio Star

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By Charlotte Kemp Muhl | December 1, 2022

A.I. Killed The Radio Star

Charlotte Kemp Muhl (UNI and The Urchins) on the future of bot-generated art.

Lo Carmen Is the Boss of Her Own World

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By Lo Carmen | November 16, 2022

Lo Carmen Is the Boss of Her Own World

A reflection on 20 years of doing-it-herself.

I Want The Moon — For Free

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By Ember Knight | November 15, 2022

I Want The Moon — For Free

Ember Knight talks DIY creation.

“Eleanor Rigby” Remains A Shocking Work Of Art (And I Don’t Care If You’re Tired Of It)

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By Morgan Enos | November 10, 2022

“Eleanor Rigby” Remains A Shocking Work Of Art (And I Don’t Care If You’re Tired Of It)

Morgan Enos on why the newly remixed Revolver cut remains a chilling masterpiece.

On Touring and Songwriting with Multiple Sclerosis

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By Susie Ulrey | November 9, 2022

On Touring and Songwriting with Multiple Sclerosis

Susie Ulrey (Pohgoh) talks accessibility and adapting creatively to chronic illness.

Role Models: Jonas Colstrup Remembers His Late Collaborator, Jóhann Jóhannsson

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By Jonas Colstrup | November 8, 2022

Role Models: Jonas Colstrup Remembers His Late Collaborator, Jóhann Jóhannsson

“I was a fan before I knew who he was.”

20 Years Is A Long Time To Call Yourself Juiceboxxx

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By John Chiaverina | October 26, 2022

20 Years Is A Long Time To Call Yourself Juiceboxxx

John Chiaverina on rapping, writing, and getting written about.

On Falling Out of Love with Songwriting, and Then Back In

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By Karl Kuehn | October 7, 2022

On Falling Out of Love with Songwriting, and Then Back In

Karl Kuehn (Gay Meat) talks re-learning music’s purpose in his life.