Somewhere in the last 2 years I became one of those people.
The ones that still listen to the same music they listened to growing up. The ones that think all these new bands look silly with that funny hair and those skinny jeans. The ones that complain that it all sounds the same. How it’s already been done, 20 years ago, by a much better band.
I’m not saying there isn’t any good new music out these days. Not at all. I just lost interest somewhere along the way. I used to read Stereogum, daily. Right now I don’t even follow a single music blog. I don’t even read music magazines. I used to care what Pitchfork rated a new release, whether I agreed with their assessment or not. I would get really excited when I discovered a band, or if I got my hands on a leaked copy of a new album before its official release. When I lived in Detroit, I would never miss a show at the Magic Stick. NEVER. I love live music, I just don’t have that kind of energy anymore.
I still listen to tons of music. I have about million favorite albums that I consume on a regular basis. I feel like most music blogs are only focused on hyping the next big thing. With this project, I want to do the opposite. I want to reintroduce people to their old favorites: the go-to’s. The ones that remind you of a certain time in your life. The plan is to write about a favorite album every week, in no order. I want to share the reasons why I love a particular piece of music, and I want to invite my friends to do the same.
Thank you Hala…this is great.
Will add to my google reader immediately so u can start schoolin’ me!!!
xxx
jody
yes.
hopefully, i can write for some guest spots?
lurve,
j.
Jonathan,
Of course you can guest write. I want to open this up for other people to share too.
I know exactly what you mean! Ever since I moved out of Detroit, I’ve been lacking in my discovery of new bands, but I seem not to mind too much. I have so many favorites, there never is a need to fill a hole for my differing moods when it comes to music. I still get excited when I stumble upon a new band, but it’s rare.
Good luck with your blog. I will definitely check it out from time to time. By the way, hope everything is well with you in Houston. (I might be in Houston in March
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Tahmina
I think part of the problem is moving away from Detroit and no longer having that strong music base. Or I’m just getting old and cranky!
OHH I am excited to hear what you have to say about music… it’s really all a feeling anyway. I know thats why my music taste changes. Looking forward to reading!
Congrats on starting the new blog!!! Looking forward to it.
Miss you!!
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I feel the SAME way. Look forward to reading upcoming posts.