Maybe it's the fact that I'm typically listening to music during my daily commute that draws me to songs about going places, regardless, these songs have proven worthy travel companions over the past couple months.

A few years ago I posted a mix of songs from the Cold Busted label. I figured it was worth checking back in to see if they were still putting out great trip-hop, instrumental hip-hop, downtempo, and funky sounds. Verdict? Most definitely.

Hotels often offer guests various items for in-room purchase. I'm surprised you don't come across more CDs or USB sticks with curated playlists for sale. If a hotel were to contract me for playlist creation, this would be one of my offerings. This one's o

My annual Indie Valentine's Day mixcast provides a great soundtrack for a night in with that special someone.

Many years ago I came across a Reader's Digest Album called The Novel Companion - Classical Meditations for Reading & Relaxing. I have played it countless times since, especially when I want some quiet background music to read to. It was with that same in

I think there's a strong correlation between the frequency of workout mix releases and my weight gain/loss. Be on the lookout for another workout mix soon. PS. Sorry for some of the rough transitions, I'm clearly a little rusty in more ways than one.

Tired of hearing the same old Christmas song renditions every holiday? Here are some of my nominations for new holiday classics.

People come and go throughout life. It's sad when friendships fade and people pass away, but that doesn't mean you can't "miss their face like hell."

Who doesn't love a good banjo solo? Ok, maybe it's not for everyone, but hopefully there are a few folk tunes in this mixcast that you'll find yourself strumming along to.

If I was programming a radio station, this is what I'd have in heavy rotation right now. Don't worry, the radio stations will probably start playing these same songs next fall.