I'm a professional dabbler, working in music, photography, journalism, cynical musings, and the occasional bit of fiction.
Chris Ford
New Kickstarter Campaign Wants to Help You Make Your Own Records
A new Kickstarter campaign is now looking to take the DIY record-making attitude a step further.
We’ve Got Your Black Friday 2014 Music Deals Right Here
One of America's most cherished holidays is approaching: Black Friday.
NOFX’s Fat Mike Teaches One Fan a Lesson About Boundaries
Drunk people often feel comfortable being familiar with people they don't know.
Throwback Thursday: Smashing Pumpkins In Their Prime On MTV In ’93
Opinions vary when it comes to the Smashing Pumpkins' later works, but few rock fans can argue with the awesomeness of 'Siamese Dream.'
Perfect Halloween Playlist (For Communing With the Night)
Halloween is the one night every year when things get weird and everybody's cool with it.
Throwback Thursday: Soundgarden Perform ‘Jesus Christ Pose’ In 1992
People may say that attention spans are at an all-time low these days, but the person who edited this video back in 1992 might argue differently.
U2’s Bono Happy With iTunes Release of ‘Songs of Innocence’ Despite Backlash
When Apple gave iTunes users U2's newest album, 'Songs of Innocence,' for free, millions of people became angry.
Dave Grohl Explains Premise for Foo Fighters’ TV Series, ‘Sonic Highways’
At this point, you're either really excited about the upcoming Foo Fighters documentary series, 'Sonic Highways,' or you're tired of hearing about it.
Throwback Thursday: Weezer Perform ‘Undone — The Sweater Song’ In 1994
To be fair, lots of people who were around in 1994 had embarrassing haircuts.
Punk Fans Rejoice at Three New Rancid Songs
Where would we be now without the punk outfit Rancid?
Check Out Weezer’s Sweet New Video for ‘Back to the Shack’
Never let it be said that Weezer aren't ambitious when it comes to rock and roll.
Throwback Thursday: Pearl Jam Perform ‘Jeremy’ at the 1992 MTV VMAs
The early '90s were turbulent times for music.