Jan. 8, 2024 I turned 49 a few days ago. I’ve been told several times recently that this doesn’t make me old. Which is a relief because I’m not that wise yet, either. There’s still time. But even lacking a high degree of wisdom, there are some things I’m beginning to understand. One of them …
Professor Sandman’s Cosmic Jukebox of Harmonic Consciousness: IF THE BRAKEMAN TURNS MY WAY by Bright Eyes
Jan. 7, 2024 I’ve had this song in my head all day. Not stuck in my head, though. “Stuck” implies wanting it to get out, and as far as I’m concerned, this song from Bright Eyes’ 2007 album, Cassadega, can stick around as long as it wants. Anxiety has unfortunately been a constant companion to …
Professor Sandman’s Cosmic Jukebox of Harmonic Consciousness: WHAT LIGHT by Wilco
Jan. 6, 2024 This song from Wilco’s 2007 masterpiece of an album, Sky Blue Sky, is the most inspiring and gentle motivational speech you’ll ever get from a rock band. This song has carried me through some of the toughest times of my life. I’ve seen Wilco perform it live five times, and I cried …
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Professor Sandman’s Cosmic Jukebox of Harmonic Consciousness: I WISH I WAS THE MOON by Neko Case
Jan. 5, 2024 I don’t know if there’s a better way to guarantee a long, difficult week at school than having a short week at school. This four-day week was nine days long. Regardless, there’s something every day that’s worth holding close to my heart and filing away for future remembrance. This week was one …
Professor Sandman’s Cosmic Jukebox of Harmonic Consciousness: LAST MINUTE SHAKEDOWN by Son Volt
Jan. 4, 2024 This song has been a favorite since Son Volt released their excellent Straightaways album in 1997. There’s a sort of beautiful sadness in the song, and on days that are hard, I like to listen deeply and swim through the lyrics. Some days it's a bull to driveSome days it's a walking …
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