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The author reflects on the trend of artists like Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and Lucy Dacus frequently changing their album covers, expressing concern that this practice undermines the permanence and artistic value of album a...
The author reflects on the current music culture, particularly the buzz surrounding the band Geese and artist Cameron Winter. They discuss the various types of online music listeners, such as True Stans and Premature Take Havers, ...
The author reflects on their transition from working from home to an office job, highlighting the negative impact of isolation and the benefits of social interaction and routine. They describe their daily commute, interactions wit...
The author reflects on the five-year journey of their blog, discussing their evolution as a music writer and zine maker. They share personal insights about their music preferences, social experiences, and the challenges of writing...
The text discusses the controversy around Taylor Swift, Matty Healy, and Sabrina Carpenter, focusing on the perception of their sexuality and feminism. It also delves into the concept of sexuality as empowerment and the male and f...
0Bring Cash, Be Nice
2025-06-03 • social media anxiety drinking generation z fearmongering
The text discusses the anxiety and fear-mongering surrounding drinking and ordering drinks, particularly among Gen Z. It also touches on the impact of convenience and social media on decision-making and social interactions.
The author discusses being stalked and threatened, and how she finds comfort in listening to hockey podcasts and following the sport, despite the fear she experiences.
The text discusses the reactions to the new Black Country, New Road album, online fandom, and the misogyny in singular male genius narratives. The author reflects on the disappointment in music, the band's transition following the...
The text discusses the author's experiences and observations of women settling in relationships out of fear and panic, and the difficulty of breaking away from societal expectations. It also delves into the author's personal exper...
0"We Never Even Called It That"
2025-02-28 • music internet studies zine
The text discusses the use of terms like 'hipster' and 'indie sleaze' and how they are employed in real time versus retrospectively. It also delves into the breakdown of emo into waves and the usefulness of genre and scene descrip...
The text is an announcement for the second issue of Portable Model, a music magazine, which is available for preorder. The issue focuses on the theme of interrogating the last 5 years, including essays, trend reports, and photos. ...
0We Couldn't Trust the Guy That Didn't Like a Single Sport
2025-02-06 • podcast sports zine furry fandom chicago professional sports leagues white house ice hockey songwriting carolina sports teams chicago sports teams offside news mikko rantanen patrik laine detroit red wings goalie interference paul bissonnette pride festival
The author discusses their love for sports, particularly hockey, and how it has become a significant part of their life. They reflect on their emotional connection to sports and the impact it has had on them. They also touch on th...
The text discusses the dislikability of Joan of Arc's fourth album, The Gap, and Ethel Cain's new album, focusing on the narrative of intentional dislikability and how people talk about artists who choose to subvert what people li...
0Woke Up With Fingers Crossed: New Year 2025
2025-01-07 •
The author reflects on the past year, feeling disappointed and small, possibly due to personal and family health issues. They review the goals set for 2024, noting successes and failures, and set new goals for 2025, including trav...
The blog post discusses three main topics: the rise of the new social media site Bluesky, the concept of co-worker music, and the author's experience with small press creative non-fiction. The author shares her thoughts on the new...
0Options Make Me Nauseous
2024-11-10 •
The blog post discusses the author's thoughts on finding comfort in predictability and process, particularly in the context of her sister's heart surgery. She reflects on her preference for limited options and documented process, ...
0one direction + what death leaves behind
2024-10-17 •
The essay discusses the death of Liam Payne, a member of One Direction, and the complicated feelings surrounding his passing. It explores the impact of fandom on individuals and the mourning process, as well as the nature of celeb...
02020s 100 Club: A Discussion On Favorite Songs
2024-10-01 •
The blog post discusses the author's struggle to determine their favorite song of the decade so far, using data from their Last FM account. The author analyzes the songs they've listened to the most and their emotional connection ...
0september 6 - 8: Kind and Courteous
2024-09-09 •
The blog post reflects on personal experiences and thoughts over three days in September 2024. It discusses the importance of small kindnesses in personal relationships, such as picking up friends and family from transit stations ...
0september 4 + 5: men
2024-09-05 •
The blog post reflects on Anna Marie Tendler's memoir, critiquing its focus on men and the portrayal of eating disorders. The author discusses the challenge of decentering men from one's life and memories, acknowledging the impact...
0my sister's little sister
2024-09-03 •
The blog post reflects on the author's relationship with their older sister, highlighting their differences and similarities. The author describes a recent trip to Missouri to celebrate their sister's 30th birthday, emphasizing th...
The blog post reflects on the author's experience attending a Los Campesinos! concert and the unexpected presence of a younger audience. The author explores the influence of internet figures like Wilbur Soot, who gained popularity...
027 Thoughts for Turning 27
2024-08-15 •
The blog post reflects on the author's experiences and thoughts over the past year as they turn 27. It covers personal highlights such as favorite music, shows, and food, as well as life changes like living alone, getting a cat, a...