Category Archives: Music

Being Dexter Holland

Posted on October 20, 2026 by Topher

If you could switch lives with a famous person for a week, who would it be and why? Being Dexter the polymath would be nice. He’s The Offspring’s lead vocalist. A licensed pilot. A successful entrepreneur. A doctor in molecular … Continue reading →

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‘No pain, no gain’

Posted on May 17, 2026 by Topher

What sacrifices have you made in life? As earth’s apex species, we must distinguish between essentials and caprices. Food? essential. Fast food? caprices. Water? Essential. Pomeranians? Non-essential. Shelter? Staple. Movies? Nah. Here are some things that I’ve cut back on … Continue reading →

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Five-pointer

Posted on April 12, 2026 by Topher

What are 5 everyday things that bring you happiness? A few reasons brighten up my day. Happiness is relative. Other WordPress bloggers have varied answers to today’s daily prompt. Even if cloning was legal and feasible, no two humans are … Continue reading →

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I was raised on Spark Avenue

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Topher

Personally, I’ve tried my hand in three literary forms. Fiction, nonfiction, and poetry Continue reading →

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Best. Album. Ever.

Posted on September 14, 2025 by Topher

What’s your all-time favorite album? I usually go for older music. I grew up on Snow Patrol (SP), The Fray, The Script, and Newton Faulkner. More recent go-to’s include George Ezra and Ed Sheeran. I love Eyes Open by SP. … Continue reading →

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‘American Pie’ (1971) song review

Posted on May 10, 2025 by Topher

Weeks ago, I rediscovered this epic song. ‘American Pie’ was released over fifty years ago. Younger generations are more familiar with Madonna’s 90s rendition. I’ve heard the original version before. Didn’t realise that it was over eight minutes long. Lost … Continue reading →

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