Alex Riggs pays tribute to "the champion of working class queers."
Wila Frank writes about how songwriting helped connect her to her father after his passing.
John Strohm on how his new record was inspired by his late friend, the musician Ed Ackerson.
GracieHorse talks "hot spring culture," and how it inspired her new track.
How Ben Katzman's Oasis obsession (and a pilgrimage to Knebworth) helped him navigate depression this year.
Morgan Enos (Other Houses) on how the late Beatle’s final album guided him through tragedy with wit and optimism.
A reflection on 20 years of doing-it-herself.
Ember Knight talks DIY creation.
Susie Ulrey (Pohgoh) talks accessibility and adapting creatively to chronic illness.
John Chiaverina on rapping, writing, and getting written about.