Major life events often give way to seismic perspective shifts, and for Nate Kinsella, the introduction to fatherhood in recent years has spilled over into not only new feelings and experiences but a new way of viewing his own artistry.
Five years ago, when Vivian Girls decided to set it all aside after three albums, Katy Goodman, Ali Koehler, and Cassie Ramone played their final show and then found a moment to circle together, a way to say goodbye to their labor of noisy love.
A steep learning curve presents itself when your debut summits not only numerous year-end lists but is instantly immortalized on rankings labeled "Best Albums Ever."
Torquil Campbell, founder and co-vocalist for Stars, points to the band's common affection for and connection to Morrissey and company as the fuel for their purposeful pop approach. It's the reason Stars songs linger long after their three minutes are up;