Writer. Editor. Music authority.
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The Best CD Players to Buy for Treble
I wrote and researched a roundup of recommended CD players to buy, featuring affiliate marketing links, for Treble. Read more
The Cure live essay for Treble
I launched a new live column at Treble, which kicked off with a reflection on seeing The Cure’s 2023 concert outside Boston. Read more
Best Turntables to Buy for Treble
As part of a series of holiday gift guides, I wrote a list of recommended turntables to buy based on product testing and research, including affiliate marketing links, for Treble. Read more
Dan Wilson interview for Inside Hook
I spoke to Dan Wilson of Semisonic about writing for other artists, the return of his band after two decades, and the massive legacy of “Closing Time.” Read more
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard feature for Paste
I interviewed Joey Walker from King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard about their album The Silver Cord for Paste. Read more
Marnie Stern feature for Guitar.com
I spoke to Marnie Stern about her return after 10 years for Guitar.com Read more
Chapter Updates for Fodor’s San Diego Guide
I edited, fact-checked, researched and updated (including a lot of writing) three chapters—Coronado, Uptown/Old Town and Downtown for the 2023 edition of the Fodor’s San Diego guide book. See a preview here
Reverend Kristin Hayter profile for FLOOD
I profiled Kristin Hayter, fka Lingua Ignota, on her new artistic direction for FLOOD. Read more
Tom Waits album guide for Grammy.com
I put together an overview of the discography and career of Tom Waits for Grammy.com Read more
Portland, Maine guide for Paste
I put together a travel guide to Portland, Maine for Paste, including lodging recs, best restaurants (including several places to get amazing donuts), shopping, cryptozoology and more. Read more