Benjamin KasselMar 13, 20223 minThe irony and unity in hearing a crowd singing"Dancing On My Own"Robyn's 2010s-defining hit is narratively unfitting such a response... but deep down, such an act really makes a lot of sense.
Benjamin KasselMar 3, 20224 minI appreciate "Day 'n' Nite" now more than I ever did beforeI only came around to hip hop a few years ago, but more recent developments make it resonate with me even more now.
Benjamin KasselFeb 17, 20223 min"I've Been Waitin' for Tomorrow" (All of My Life)... the title speaks for itselfIt's a somewhat confusing song by a band with a somewhat confusing name: The The. How fitting.
Benjamin KasselJan 3, 20223 min"Call On Me" — but not the one you're probably thinking of — is a call for perseveranceBetween its beat and its lyrics, Ryan Riback's retouching of Starley's dance-pop number is one of my favorite productions from the late 10s.