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Remembering Prince’s Unique Take on “I Can’t Make You Love Me”

There’ve been dozens of takes on Bonnie Raitt’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me.” For me, Prince’s version is my favorite for two distinct version

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Why SOTB Doesn’t Cover Many Recent Releases

Simply put, I don’t want/like the TMZ-esque vibes that come with covering modern music in 2026.

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It’s About the Little Things: A ‘Witch Hat Atelier’ Season One Review

‘Witch Hat Atelier’ season one, story-wise, is solid. Your mileage may depend on your tolerance for cute girls (and creatures) doing cute things in the midst of a “dark” world–and first seasons dedicated to world-building. That said, stay for its appreciation for “the little things” and the small victories in life. That’s where ‘WHA’ truly shines.

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Is Mike Elias the Reason for the Orioles’ 2026 Struggles?

Everything, eventually, runs its course. Has Mike Elias’s tenure in Baltimore done so as well?

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Some Thoughts About ‘HIStory’

Michael Jackson’s ‘HIStory’ is, indeed, a long album. It’s 30 tracks over two discs, one of which is a greatest hits compilation. However, I was dead wrong in stating it was “bloated.” While a long project, it’s also (to me) a necessary listen, as it’s Michael Jackson’s most-personal album–and, at times, the most-revolutionary.