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Favorite Songs of 2023
Opinion, Listicle Elissa Ebersold Opinion, Listicle Elissa Ebersold

Favorite Songs of 2023

Music is, of course, entirely subjective. We all have our tastes and our associations with each and every song we love or hate. There is no right or wrong answer. And there’s no point in wasting energy in “yucking someone else’s yum.” So I have curated a list of my favorite songs released in 2023.

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The Case for Collecting and Supporting Musicians Tangibly
Editorial, Opinion Elissa Ebersold Editorial, Opinion Elissa Ebersold

The Case for Collecting and Supporting Musicians Tangibly

The way we listen to and consume music has changed in a thousand different ways over the course of music history. I would argue that some of its most significant evolutions have happened throughout my lifetime, and by that, I mean since the 1990s and, even more, since the turn of the millennium. I argue that the shift from physical music ownership has raised challenges, particularly for small artists, and has a call to action for music fans to support them.

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The Sound of Innovation: Exploring the Technological Advancements in Music Production
Elissa Ebersold Elissa Ebersold

The Sound of Innovation: Exploring the Technological Advancements in Music Production

In the ever-evolving world of music, technology has been the driving force behind groundbreaking innovations that continue to shape the way we create and experience music. From Edison's phonograph to the advent of streaming platforms, each era of music production has been marked by transformative inventions that push the boundaries of what is possible and how you hear it.

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