The Spotify algorithms recognized it before I did, but I've now become conscious of the fact that one of my main musical aesthetics is electronica that sounds influenced by 80s music and video game soundtracks. Honestly, that's kind of hilarious to me because I wasn't allowed to listen to 80s music in the 80s, and … Continue reading Aesthetic
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2019 In Song
Winter Bird - AuroraAll I need is to rememberHow it was to feel alive On a Good Day - OceanlabBeen talking to myself forever, yeahAnd how I wish I knew me better, yeahStill sitting on a shelf and neverNever seen the sun shine brighterAnd it feels like meOn a good day Erupt - Be The … Continue reading 2019 In Song
MST3K, and Music
When I was in Tennessee, my husband had messaged me and said he wanted to get tickets to MST3K's live tour, as they'd be in the Indy area in October, and if he did, would I go with him? I was leery of the idea but said yes. MST3K has been a part of my … Continue reading MST3K, and Music
Fortifying & Energizing Via Music
Music has turned out to be my most helpful coping strategy this year. Unlike walking, it's not dependent on the weather. Sometimes the right song can help you fortify and keep putting one foot in front of another, or give you a burst of energy when you need it. I wanted to share a bunch … Continue reading Fortifying & Energizing Via Music
Haunted Music
Well that was an eerie and emotionally brutal experience. I've listened to music I enjoyed in my teens and early adulthood before, and sometimes it's brought back bad memories and left a bad taste in my mouth, and sometimes I've laughed and felt embarrassed over the teenage angst that I associate with certain songs. This … Continue reading Haunted Music
Musical Interlude: Mermaid
I finally got around to joining Spotify last year one night when youtube went down and left me deprived of my playlists there. Their algorithms have been getting better about suggesting music I might like, which is how I found my way to the Swedish musician Skott. Her song 'Mermaid' could be mistaken at first … Continue reading Musical Interlude: Mermaid