Benjamin KasselFeb 9, 20223 min"California Dreamin'," as heard from a Californian's perspectiveWhat can I say? It's a winter's day.
Benjamin KasselJan 31, 20224 min"Spinning Wheel" is a most unusual jazz fusion track... and I love itThis song is out there, but it's a good kind of out there because of how Blood, Sweat & Tears mediate all its intricacies and oddities.
Benjamin KasselJan 26, 20223 minWith "Love on the Brain," Rihanna made doo-wop modernFew pop songs have genuinely surprised me in a positive way on first listen more than today's selection did.
Benjamin KasselJan 25, 20223 min"Iko Iko," a thoroughly New Orleans record from a 60s girl groupThe Dixie Cups' cover of a traditional song from their hometown stands out from the time's typical pop fare in nearly every way.