2023: A Year of Looking up at Ceilings
In 2023, I had the distinct joy of returning to live music in full force. Concerts that usually would have felt too far way or bands from too long ago became without question a reason to go. The miles driven were complete bliss and the opportunity to be back in my happy place was a thrill. In March things kicked off. I kept looking up and all around, soaking in the moment like it might slip away in the next instant if I didn't. Being back in the crowd made me introspective, and now more than ever I wanted live music to be about the sound. Yes, the things you get to see are interesting, but I wanted to honor the true crux of what speaks to people. It's not the flash of a band name, the venue, your outfit, the band's outfit, the light show, what I ate before - you get it. (Please don't hear me say that I don't take those photos or document those things as well, I certainly do! I love a good picture of my delicious plate and giving every detail of the show to anyone w
