Author: Will Sander
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Burnout Days: The Desire For Burnout
Throughout my years in college, I’ve followed a certain sound in modern music. I often find myself listening to bands whose music reflects themes I can relate to–or aspire to relate to–often revolving around questioning the purpose and relationships in my life. It almost becomes a way for me to try to make sense of…
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The Rise (And Fall?) Of Christmas Music
Pictured: Mariah Carey, circa December 1998 On October 28, 1994, Mariah Carey released what would become the most successful Christmas album of all time. While it featured classic holiday staples like “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” and “Silent Night,” it could only be the unforgettable “All I Want for Christmas Is You” that earned…
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Dayglow: Okay, But Why ‘Dayglow’?
Image credit Coffeecowsncats, via Wikimedia Commons Every once in a while, I find myself curious about what motivates an artist to release a self-titled album. While it’s common for musicians to self-title their debut, this isn’t always true. For example, the Beatles chose to release a self-titled album — famously known as The White Album…