music essay
Gig Economy: Trixie Mattel
"Being a musician out of drag is a lot harder," and other career insights from a true queen.
Introducing: “Back in Brooklyn”
The premiere of a new Half Waif song, plus an essay from its writer.
On Autographing, or Why I’m So Sorry but Please No I’d Very Much Rather Not Sign Your Record Sorry Please
The man behind Mount Eerie on the imbalance of power between artist and fans.
A Whole Orchestra, in Pieces
I think (I hope!) that the final result sounds as if everyone is playing at the same time in the same room.
How Bigotry Redefines Love
I was stunned last year, when my husband, in between sobs, told me his family would not celebrate our wedding because of “religious reasons.”
Falling in Love With Ursula K. Le Guin
Parsing (and writing songs about) her beautiful, strange worlds and "magical relationships."
Reaching “No Agreement” With Rocket Juice & the Moon
On listening to Fela Kuti and getting drunk on excitement while playing with a new band.
Introducing: “Eternal Love”
"You made me feel seen, and I want to let the world see how beautiful you were."
Introducing: “White African Power”
The Tanzania Albinism Collective are raising their voices for the first time.











