Top 10 of 2016
2016 was a year to make you believe in astrology. I don’t know very many people for him 2016 was an excellent year. As I’ve hinted at throughout the year, I’ve been through my own share of upheaval. Here’s the…
Category Review
Kent Eugene Goolsby — Temper of the Times
It’s been a hot minute since we’ve heard from Kent Goolsby, though I suspect settling into married life can occupy a person. That doesn’t mean Goolsby has been swept away by young love — thematically, at least. Temper of the…
Paul Sanchez — Heart Renovations
In “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles,” Paul Sanchez notes that he always spends more money than he makes when he stops in New York City. That was certainly the case last week at Hill Country. Paul accidentally booked the show during…
The Flat Five — In a World of Love and Hope
I’m not even sure where to start with this album. In a World of Love and Hope defies description — but that’s probably to be expected when you have five of Chicago’s musical luminaries concocting their mad scientist dreams together.…
Luke Winslow-King — I’m Glad Trouble Don’t Last Always
It’s pretty common to see people dancing along to their music on the subway. I find myself fascinated by the many bubbles we lock ourselves into, made transparent when someone taps their feet or sings along with a choice lyric.…