2019 music: we know it, we love it. This year had some sick releases, no doubt. However, what about the ones we skipped over because we got so excited by our fast favorites? I tried something a little different this year on the music front. Instead of losing myself in my usual playlists/artists, I ventured out into the broader genre…
This post is a somewhat personal one for me. Beyond the fact that the most constant pieces of clothing in my closet are band tees, there’s a deeper connection. Each has its own special story: a childhood memory of listening to the album on vinyl, a tangible reminder of a live performance that changed my life, or an artist that…
Welcome to the first iteration of Unofficial Subway Reads, my curated lineup of content for the beauty, fashion and music obsessed. Reading was always my happy place growing up. It was my sanctuary, and my favorite way to learn about everything that interested me. Back in the day, I used to bring my favorite magazines and newspapers to read on…
Let’s start this music editorial out on a new note: liner notes. If you’re like “WHAA” here’s the scoop: liner notes are the writings found on the sleeves of LP record albums and in booklets which come inserted into the compact disc jewel case or the equivalent packaging for vinyl records and cassettes. They’re basically the cliff’s notes to the album: giving you the…
Who else LIVES for the day after Thanksgiving, because… holiday music?! More so than Black Friday, it’s my favorite part of post-Thanksgiving Day activities. However, how fast do you run out of/get sick of the same old rotation? I know I do. Last year, I made a playlist of non-holiday holiday music, and it was just the swap I needed.…
