In Memoriam of David S. McVey
This newsletter is a tribute to my dad, who first sparked my love of music. Dad's Music Muse honours that influence and explores the music, memories and moments that continue to inspire me.
Vol. 9: After the Silence
A late-night listening session, a hidden clubhouse sandwich tutorial, and a look back at the strange world of secret tracks. From The Beatles to Nirvana to Hayden, Vol. 9 explores...
Vol. 9: After the Silence
A late-night listening session, a hidden clubhouse sandwich tutorial, and a look back at the strange world of secret tracks. From The Beatles to Nirvana to Hayden, Vol. 9 explores...
Vol. 8: A Misunderstanding with Nas
A two-hour lineup, a gold marker, and the autograph that became priceless for the wrong reasons.
Vol. 8: A Misunderstanding with Nas
A two-hour lineup, a gold marker, and the autograph that became priceless for the wrong reasons.
Vol. 7: Artists Nobody Hates
In a culture where everything gets debated, some artists seem to exist outside of it. Not universally loved—but rarely resisted.
Vol. 7: Artists Nobody Hates
In a culture where everything gets debated, some artists seem to exist outside of it. Not universally loved—but rarely resisted.
Vol. 6: Billy Joel, Fame, and the Supermodel Y...
Billy Joel’s relationships with Elle Macpherson and Christie Brinkley reveal a quieter story about fame, timing, and the human side of superstardom.
Vol. 6: Billy Joel, Fame, and the Supermodel Y...
Billy Joel’s relationships with Elle Macpherson and Christie Brinkley reveal a quieter story about fame, timing, and the human side of superstardom.
Vol. 5: Captain Beefheart: The Beautiful Trainw...
Captain Beefheart didn’t try to fix rock — he broke it on purpose. A look at chaos, genius, and why some music takes time to learn how to hear.
Vol. 5: Captain Beefheart: The Beautiful Trainw...
Captain Beefheart didn’t try to fix rock — he broke it on purpose. A look at chaos, genius, and why some music takes time to learn how to hear.
Vol. 4: American Rock vs. British Rock: Same Ro...
Two scenes, same roots. How American grit and British swagger shaped rock in completely different ways.
Vol. 4: American Rock vs. British Rock: Same Ro...
Two scenes, same roots. How American grit and British swagger shaped rock in completely different ways.