JAM JOURNAL
Notes from the indie music underground
I like to think of myself as eclectic as opposed to artsy or pretentious.
A celebration of meaningful songwriting
Lyricism thrives when the subject matter is not just a vice.
Navigating through a world without lyrics
My evolution on instrumental music was a long-winded but cathartic journey.
Embracing my unserious side through music
Meat Loaf made me cry. No, mom, the singer.
MICHELLE is my favorite band — and it should be yours, too
You’ve never heard of this six-piece pop group, which is an utter crime.
A trip through my parents’ music taste
Growing up, listening to music was always the best part of my family’s long cross-country journeys.
I’m the Anton Ego of music
Songs take me to places beyond reality.
‘Willkommen’ to my rollercoaster of emotions
Musical theater soundtracks help me navigate my ever-changing emotions.
I find joy in judging CDs
What started out as picking a random J-pop CD has now become an ever-growing collection.