Chillers is an ongoing music series where I explore the songs that give me goosebumps — whether it’s a haunting lyric, a perfect crescendo, or a line that just hits a little too close to home.
Ever since I was young, I’ve been passionate about music and the feelings it evokes. This series is my way of paying homage to the universal language and beauty of music — a way to slow down, listen deeply, and reflect on what makes a song unforgettable.
New entries are posted bi-weekly on WordPress, with cross posts to Bluesky at the same time.
My Latest Posts
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- Lyrics of Labor – 1913 Massacre by Woody GuthrieThe first entry in Lyrics of Labor digs into Woody Guthrie’s “1913 Massacre,” a stark retelling of the Italian Hall disaster in Calumet, Michigan. We walk through the lyrics, the strike behind the song, and how one Christmas Eve tragedy became a lasting indictment of corporate power.
- Chillers – Piano Man (Billy Joel)Billy Joel’s Piano Man blends shared misery, nostalgia, and barroom storytelling into a timeless portrait of lives stuck in place.
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