What remains after Phil Lesh When Phil Lesh passed away, the immediate reaction was grief, deserved,…
Tag: Songwriting
Virtual Insanity – When Groove Becomes the Message
Few songs manage to balance social commentary, pop accessibility, and serious musicianship without sacrificing any of…
The Anatomy of a Perfect Bass Line: From Motown to Modern Funk
How the bass moved from background support to the beating heart of modern music. Introduction: Why…
Great Song #5 – Elvis Presley “Suspicious Minds” (1969)
“Suspicious Minds” wasn’t just a hit — it was the moment Elvis fought his way back…
Great Song #4 – Tom Waits “I’m Still Here” (2002): The Quiet Heart
Tom Waits’ “I’m Still Here” is one of his quietest masterpieces — a minimal piano ballad…