in memoriam

You belong among the wildflowersYou belong in a boat out at seaSail away, kill off the hoursYou belong somewhere you feel free Run away, find you a loverGo away somewhere …

“Oh honey, look at this one!” my wife gesticulated to me one night, holding out her phone with glee. It was a picture of a small, tan-and-white dog named “Axel.” …

Perhaps George Michael’s biggest legacy is that he was willing to walk away from fame because he was desperate for artistic credibility.

Glenn Frey’s sweet voice provided listeners with an escape from all of the turmoil in their lives. And yes, was he cool.

Scott Weiland was one of the best front-men of his generation.

Lou Reed was a genius. But not because he was a great musician.

Rest in peace to a childhood hero of mine.