Benjamin KasselMar 26, 20223 min read"Where is the Love": seventies soul done rightRoberta Flack and Donny Hathaway's duo is my favorite of the multiple songs with this title.
Benjamin KasselMar 6, 20223 min read"Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground" is my top pick from the 2000s garage revivalThe White Stripes' 2001 single showcases their unmistakable sound in my favorite ways.
Benjamin KasselJan 16, 20224 min read"That Joke Isn't Funny Anymore" is uniquely structured in its depressive dealingsI was first drawn to this Smiths track by its odd form, but with every listen, I feel a deeper connection to the lyrics and their setting.
Benjamin KasselNov 21, 20213 min read"Celebration" and the comfort in revelryEven with its title and sporting usage, Kool & the Gang's signature song embodies a more laidback form of celebrating.