Journal
Practical listening routes for unfamiliar artists, albums and genres, written without turning music into homework.
A practical account of how I listen, take notes, separate fact from opinion and turn a personal reaction into an accountable review.
A practical route through Bad Religion, from the speed and precision of Suffer and No Control to the broader writing of Recipe for Hate, Stranger Than Fiction and The Empire Strikes First.
A simple method for hearing an album closely without turning music into an assignment.
A beginner-friendly route through ten major albums, with a reason to hear each one.
A clear first-listen route through Jonathan Young covers, original metal albums, Galactikraken, fan-inspired projects and major collaborations.
A simple listening route through Burn Out the Stars, VerseChorusKillMe, All Hail Shadow and the band's most essential tracks.
The three studio albums, the essential live record and a clear route through Nirvana’s catalog.
A beginner-friendly route through Punk Rock Factory, from Disney covers and cartoon themes to stage songs, pop hits and later albums.
A clear route through Sick Logic albums, from Look At the Camera, Sweetheart and Deleted Scenes to later independent releases.