It tugs at the heartstrings to see an instrument that has weathered over a century of faithful service get carted to the tip, or “piano heaven” as insiders say.
Music
Kanye May Not Like Books, but Hip-Hop Fosters a Love of Literature
A hip-hop artist and scholar says that while rap stresses the oral tradition, the music is also rife with references to a rich range of literature that spans the globe.
Uganda’s Most Popular Musician Is Being Banned Because He Criticised the Govt
Uganda’s most popular recording artist of the past decade, Bobi Wine, has endured censorship and the suppression of his music after running an opposition campaign against Uganda’s current president.
Of Playlists and Songs That Feel Like Home
The power songs hold over me comes from the people I think of when listening to them.
40 Years of CDs : From Listening Pleasure To Useless Trash?
The once revolutionary technology of the compact disc is considered 'old school' today.
How Stoicism Influenced Music From the French Renaissance to Pink Floyd
Stoicism can easily be misread as pessimistic because of its relentless focus on mortality and fragility. But its core message – contained in songs spanning generations – is profoundly empowering.
Decoding John Mayer
An essay of gratitude for the musician who is a genius at making despair seem like a feeling that is savoured best with a garnish of soul-searching.