Warrior Poet: The Music of JM the Poet
In both Deja Vu and Insomniac Pack, JM the Poet presents a vision of strife, perseverance and eventual success.
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Lily Ekimian & Ahmed Ragheb
- Jul 27, 2021
Youssef Chahine’s Egypt in Seven Movies
Dive into seven of Egyptian director Youssef Chahine's quintessential films to understand this most enigmatic of filmmakers.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Jun 29, 2021
Almost Therapy: On Treble NLS’ Reine: Story of an American Reject
Treble NLS sits down with Ahmed Ragheb to discuss his 2018 album, Reine: Story of an American Reject, honesty and healing through art.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Jun 7, 2021
Not for Sale: The Protest Music of Jordan Montgomery
Recording compelling protest music can be something of a tightrope walk for songwriters – one that Jordan Montgomery does to great effect.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Apr 28, 2021
Chilly Billy: Mummies, Scorpions, and Understanding Pittsburgh
Bill Cardille hosted Chiller Theater for two decades. Explore his legacy and what outsiders stand to learn about Pittsburgh from his story.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Oct 15, 2020
A Record Year for Rainfall: Apocalyptic Visions in the Music of The Decemberists
Ahmed Ragheb finds a new appreciation for the music of The Decemberists after a year of historic upsets and tragedy.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Sep 1, 2020
Out Alone Into America: The National’s American Portrait
Read how the music of The National helped reconcile one listener’s idealized vision of America with the reality of 2020 America.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Apr 18, 2020
In Dreams: The Reality of David Lynch’s Fantasies
Have you been experiencing strange dreams? Read Ahmed Ragheb’s take on dreams in film and the strange realities of David Lynch’s work.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Apr 15, 2020
Dan Bejar and the Bravery of Artistic Isolation
What does it mean to isolate oneself artistically and what bearing can that have on the art one produces?
Ahmed Ragheb
- Mar 22, 2020
Baxter Dury: A Spoken-Word Poet for the 21st Century
Is spoken-word poetry outdated? Ahmed Ragheb argues that it is, and that Baxter Dury is here, perhaps unwittingly, to revive it.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Feb 12, 2020
The Metamorphosis of Devonté Hynes
Change is the sign of a good artist, but total evolution is the sign of a great one. Ahmed Ragheb finds this in Devonté Hynes’ music.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Jan 17, 2020
The Musical Escapism of Daniel Knox
Should art serve as a form of escapism? Ahmed Ragheb argues that it shouldn’t - but if it has to, it should sound like the music of Knox.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Dec 7, 2019
Pontecorvo's Ghost: The Lasting Relevance of The Battle of Algiers
How much can a film truly influence policy and opinion? Ahmed Ragheb reexamines The Battle of Algiers and its continuing relevance.
Ahmed Ragheb
- Dec 4, 2019
Orville Peck: The Savior of Country Music
If you like country music, you should read this. If you don’t like country music, you should definitely read this.
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