Audacious: 1.: intrepidly daring, recklessly bold. 2.: contemptuous of law, religion, or decorum. 3: marked by originality and verve. There are times in life when you just have to say “fuck it”. Sometimes it’s a job you hate, a relationship well overdue to be ended or just a general sense that someone is making you … Continue reading Audacious Acts of Defiance
Ambiguity: the quality of being open to one or more interpretation. The first time I heard “Creep” was in 8th grade. I loved it. I have no idea why or what the lyrics really mean to this day, and I honestly don’t care. Actually, it’s how I feel about all Radiohead tracks. The melodic grace … Continue reading The Exquisite Ambiguity of Radiohead
My brother Wes knows good music. Since he was a child, he has had the innate ability to hear something and know it was good before the artists themselves. Bands he has introduced me to before they became mainstream included Radiohead, Pixies, Massive Attack, Nirvana, Pearl Jam and Sublime. His first discovery was Billy Idol. … Continue reading Why Billy Idol Is So Vital
My baby brother Ryder loved music and movies as much as I do, if not more. The memories that will never leave me are of us laughing at goofy shit, and criticizing each other’s musical taste as much as appreciating the other’s similarities. He was an incredible human being that made more of an impact … Continue reading Ryder’s Infinite Playlist
There are once in a generation-artists, and then there’s Dave Chappelle. His meteoric rise, fall, and then rise again is like watching a real-life version of Rocky III. His articulate blend of thought provoking, ridiculously observant nuances and unparalleled timing has made him the epitome of the word icon. He once claimed to have … Continue reading Dave Chappelle’s Immaculate Setlist
The Modern Renaissance Man 