Counterclockwise Music.
This Song Makes You Feel Good.
When I listen to “Kokomo” by the Beach Boys, I’m instantly transported back to my childhood in the ‘80s. In fact, if I close my eyes while listening to it, I’m…
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Aug 28, 2026
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This Song Makes You Feel Good.
Jul 29, 2026
Wanting Fans Is Not Wanting Validation. 
Wanting Fans Is Not Wanting Validation.
Music is social. No fans = No relationships.
My previous essay, titled “Making Music Is Bad for Mental Health”, was a kind of eulogy to the pre-smartphone fan. You know, that person who…
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Jul 17, 2026
Making Music Is Bad for Your Mental Health.
Making Music Is Bad for Your Mental Health.
Songs need listeners, but most people are too busy scrolling nowadays.
You’ve just finished a new song. You love it! You’re beyond thrilled. You can’t wait for people to hear it,…
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