Sometimes I really surprise myself. When considering “perfect” albums, many jump out right away. Siamese Dream, the 1993 release from…
Wheels, Rails, and Hikes: My Last(?) King Crimson Concert Adventure
When King Crimson came to Chicago (okay, Highland Park, IL) on August 29, I wasn’t planning to be there. I’ve…
Dennis Chambers: The Make Weird Music Interview
Dennis Chambers is one of the most prolific drummers in fusion. His resume shows him working with a literal “Who’s…
Gateways Don’t Lead Everywhere
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: I’ve never been comfortable with people thinking of me as “The…
Jessica Kion: The Make Weird Music Interview
Jessica Kion is the bassist for avant-pop band Bent Knee. In a band this talented, it can be challenging to…
Welcome 2 America: Further Solidifying Prince’s Legacy
PRINCE, Welcome 2 America (NPG, 2021). Posthumous releases are tricky. While hardcore fans will clamor for any- and everything their…
CirdecSongs Reacts to “Reacts to …” Videos
On more than one occasion, I’ve been asked if I would consider doing “Reaction” videos to unfamiliar tunes, then post…
CirdecSongs Rapid-Fire Record Reviews
FRANK ZAPPA, Zappa ‘88: The Last U.S. Show (Zappa Records, 2021). Just when you think you’ve heard all the acrobatics…
CirdecSongs Rapid-Fire Record Reviews
JUSTICE COW, Underglam (2021). As a band, Bent Knee has proven time and time again just how remarkably talented they…
A True Summer Blockbuster
There is a true blockbuster movie playing this summer. And I’m not talking about Black Widow. In the summer of…
