Tricky called it “pre-millennium tension” for his classic 1996 album. So, maybe we’ll call it “pre-election anxiety” (or just outright fear and loathing) in 2024. Especially for the 6OGs living here in DC — where we can’t really be sure what will happen come next week in any sense — focusing on listening to, seeing, and writing about music feels like the only way to stay sane (and as OG Brian said in
Great read! Now I’m the only music blogger who hasn’t mentioned Manning Fireworks. And, trust me, no one wants to hear my take 🤣.