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.
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.
Karl Kuehn (Gay Meat) talks re-learning music’s purpose in his life.
Aarktica (Jon DeRosa) remembers working his way through a horrific situation.