Here, There, and Everywhere

Age of Empires II: Video Game Review

Two years before the 9/11 attacks, the debut Strokes album, and the day I was born, the most excellent strategy game of all time was released.

Apr 13 • 

Richard Haller

March 2025

Japanese Breakfast - For Melancholic Brunettes (& Sad Women) Album Review

Michelle Zauner's newest is yet another classic.

Mar 24 • 

Richard Haller

January 2025

Ethel Cain - Perverts Album Review

With her newest project, Ethel Cain sets out to make a proper goth album.

Jan 8 • 

Richard Haller

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My 25 Favorite Albums of 2024

Well, 2024 is over and done with, and we’re in the midst of a whole new year for music.

Jan 6 • 

Richard Haller

December 2024

My 50 Favorite Songs of 2024

2024 was a fantastic year for alternative and pop music, and more often than not, the combination of the two opposing forces.

Dec 22, 2024 • 

Richard Haller

November 2024

Young Fathers, "Nest" - Song of the Week

Barrel your way through a long dark winter with this anthemic ode.

Nov 16, 2024 • 

Richard Haller

SAULT, "Life We Rent but Love is Rent Free" - Song of the Week

During election week, consider listening to this hopeful ode to love.

Nov 1, 2024 • 

Richard Haller

October 2024

Redd Kross, "I Don't Know How to Be Your Friend" - Song of the Week

For this song of the week, I've mined a power pop gem.

Oct 25, 2024 • 

Richard Haller

Sonic Youth, "Do You Believe In Rapture?" - Song of the Week

Starting today, every week I'll share a handpicked song that I've been enjoying along with a brief summary as to why.

Oct 18, 2024 • 

Richard Haller

December 2023

My 25 Favorite Albums of 2023

25.

Dec 27, 2023 • 

Richard Haller

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My 50 Favorite Songs of 2023

50.

Dec 21, 2023 • 

Richard Haller

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November 2023

The Rolling Stones - Hackney Diamonds Album Review

On the Rolling Stones’ 31st studio album, the world’s greatest rock band is “too young for dying but too old to lose.”

Nov 4, 2023 • 

Richard Haller

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