What are the three most popular songs from each Steely Dan album?

I recently posted this question to the Steely Dan sub-Reddit, Facebook Group, and my Facebook friends: If you could only listen to three songs from each Steely Dan album for the rest of your life which would you choose? I received 337 responses. Here is a Spotify playlist of the top three songs per album … Continue reading What are the three most popular songs from each Steely Dan album? →

The best way to learn something new is through a project

I won’t remember much if I’m just reading a book or taking a course online. I can only retain new skills or knowledge if I’m then forced to apply it in the real world. I see this in my work too working with clients. They don’t really understand how to use the software I’ve configured … Continue reading The best way to learn something new is through a project →

What are the three most popular songs from each HAIM album?

I recently posted this question to the HAIM sub-Reddit: If you could only listen to three songs from each HAIM album for the rest of your life which would you choose? I received 16 responses. Here's a link to the data and the Reddit post. First I'll look at the top songs and general insight … Continue reading What are the three most popular songs from each HAIM album? →

Jordan Peele’s composer on catching inspiration

I'm currently listening to the Slate podcast "Working." The episode is called "Jordan Peele's Film Composer is Terrified of Scary Movies" and interviews Michael Abels. This particular section on inspiration struck a nerve: I’ve had to actively notice my inspiration. To be a productive composer I have to gain some control. My only control is … Continue reading Jordan Peele’s composer on catching inspiration →

The first song I’ve written, recorded, AND mixed

Do you have any hobbies where you create something or help you build a skill? Could be golf, knitting, write poems, whatever. For me, I make music. When I first 10+ years that I played guitar it was always learning another people’s songs. Then I took lessons with Scott Johnson, learned some guitar theory and … Continue reading The first song I’ve written, recorded, AND mixed →