March 2014: Damon Albarn & Post-postmodernism

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Even though it was kind of like eating candy for me, I felt slightly guilty about the retro focus of last month's playlist, with its severe dearth of new music. This month I renewed my commitment to finding new music, and also devoted energy to researching some new sources, a few of which I'll mention below. Looking at this mix now, I wonder if I've swung too far in the other direction - but that anxiety is assuaged by what I think is a pretty tight, well-paced mix.

Featuring: Xenia Rubinos, Sharon Van Etten, Black Milk, John Lurie, and more. 

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October 2013: Lindblom High Music Appreciation

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Last week I had the privilege of visiting my friend Johnny Suh's music appreciation class at Linblom High School and playing some music for them. The opportunity to blather on about music for 45 minutes to a group of people who have to listen and can't leave the room is a dream come true for me. 

Featuring: Tanya Morgan, U2, Linda Thompson, Pygmies of the Ituri Rainforest, and more. 

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November 2012: Transcendental Oddness & Insufferability

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Every once in a while I get obsessed with just one song, and listen to it over and over again - which I'm sure, if you are someone who spends a lot of time in my company (like, say, a really patient girlfriend), can become insufferable. 

Featuring: John Fahey, Macklemore, Cody Chesnutt, Solange, and more. 

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