For every moment when the time and effort spent feels debilitating and futile, the moments of unfettered energy and pure love give me a renewed perspective on why I make music in the first place. "Art is hard." I'm glad that I know so many people who focus with diligence on the creative process and treat music as an art form, as more than just a way to pass the time. Here are a few albums some of my friends have released this year. you should absolutely take a listen to them, especially if my music means anything to you.

About a Million - Home Sessions

Beso - Passive Indulgence

Mitar - Sayonara Sadness

You Me & the People - Mishiranuhito

Nnamdi Ogbonnaya - Feckin Weirdo

Arsenal - Christmas in Jail


Shelf Life - True Blue

Best Witches - Wishes

A new Lifted Bells song is out now via Alternative Press. We're playing FEST in Gainesville, FL on 11/1.