“Music today just isn’t what it used to be.” In every decade where I’ve been musically sentient (the 80s, the 90s, the 2000s, and whatever we’re calling this decade), I’ve heard this almost exact quote. I’ve never believed it. In the 80s, I was thoroughly convinced that all music prior to my discovery of pop…

Originally posted on ememon…: After a few years dabbling in the blogosphere, I’ve decided to take the plunge and devote some significant energy to that endeavor. For those dedicated followers I’ve picked up with my sporadic rants and ruminations, I hope this is exciting news. Or mews. Or music to your ears. Or all three.…

Welcome to music criticism with a positive spin. Before I get into the nuts and bolts of passing judgment, however light, on the world of popular music, it would probably be a good idea to let you know who I am and where I’m coming from. My name is Micah, aka, ememon. In this instance,…