On Being an “Artist”
In which I share my thoughts on what I call “artist” — a particular kind of creative who has a strong and constant urge to create new things.
Tag: Kurt Cobain
Unlocking the Mystery: How Toad the Wet Sprocket’s “All I Want” Uplifts
Toad the Wet Sprocket is one of my all-time heroes. It’s hard to put into words what this band means to me, but one quality I admire in their music is relatability. There’s something about Toad’s music that connects to what life feels like. It’s that sense of “yeah, that’s how …
Nirvana “Smells Like Teen Spirit”: What Went into Writing an Anthem of a Generation
Kurt Cobain is a songwriter with a very distinct personal style. What he didn’t know was how many people would resonate with what he was expressing. Whether it’s a blessing or a curse, when you create a highly expressive piece of art, one that crystalizes and sharply evokes a focused …