On the anniversary of his death, we are releasing the never-before-seen master document of the Dallas legend’s best moments. dmagazine.com/frontburner/20…

This is me every time I try and read Trouble Boys

Terry Reid: 1949-2025. Fly on...

You might've heard the news about an incredible project from Hüsker Dü, "1985: The Miracle Year," a 4LP/2CD box set coming this fall from Numero Group. Had the privilege of writing the liner notes to this epic package. Check it out here: numerogroup.com/products/1985-…

My latest for the New York Times on the colorful career of Josh Freese, late of Foo Fighters, currently of Nine Inch Nails-an ex-drum prodigy who's become one of rock's top musicians. With thoughts from Sting, Mark Mothersbaugh, Jim Keltner, Bob Rock, etc. nytimes.com/2025/08/27/art…

Who’s your all time favorite sitcom “that guy?” You know the guy who’s never in the main cast but was on every sitcom of his era and was funny every single time.

My latest for The New York Times on the legendary session musician Carol Kaye. The outspoken 90-year-old is being inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame this fall. With thoughts on Kaye's career from Paul McCartney, Kathy Valentine & more. nytimes.com/2025/09/24/art…

Some personal news, as they say...

My latest for The New York Times on the great Warren Zevon, in the wake of a lavish tribute concert dedicated to him in Los Angeles and ahead of his induction to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame next week. Gift link here: nytimes.com/2025/10/27/art…