When you read this headline, did you think that this column was going to be about '80s music? Did you envision nodding your head as I reminded you of lost gems such as "She's a Beauty" by The Tubes and...

We have reached the time of year that makes the first cups of hot apple cider and the first donning of a thick sweater seem meaningless. As you are probably already aware, the time for midterms has come....

Ahh, the great American road trip. A time when we can explore our nation from sea to shining sea, sleep in dingy motels, eat exclusively from diners and vending machines and generally pretend to be Jack Kerouac....

On any given Friday, I can go out and hear some Chris Brown, Kanye, Ke$ha or Gaga. When I do, I'm guaranteed to freak out, say each song is my favorite and proceed to scream along as loud as I can, ruining...