The Power of Being Overprepared for a Live Music Gig
Since having kids, I’ve learned that being overprepared is the true path to musician-gig bliss.
Orange Crush Vs. Spark Go Mini Amp: Which is Better?
I am a lover of powerful musician gear that fits into the palm of my hand. But which mini amp is my favorite?
The Next Classical Guitar Star is This Woman
Nora Spielman is a rising classical-guitar star in a male-dominated music genre. I’m proud to say she’s one of my former guitar students.
Bikini Kill Resurrects Rebel Girl Spirit on 2026 Fall Tour
Bikini Kill blew away its fanbase in New Haven with a set of iconic feminist punk-rock anthems.
Baby in Tune’s Vered Benhorin Talks New Album with Son, Therapy, and More
Baby in Tune’s Vered Benhorin isn’t just an infant (and toddler) whisperer. She’s also a postpartum mom whisperer.
Scott and Mark Hoying Share Children’s Album Inspired by Baby Birdie — and Their Most Surprising Moments as New Parents
The Hoying dads’ album for their baby daughter Birdie brings the lullabies, plus a mix of upbeat tunes, collabs, and fresh spins on nursery rhymes.
My Top 10 Favorite Songs by The Pretenders, Ranked
Fronted by the fierce rockmommy Chrissie Hynde, The Pretenders are one of the most iconic bands in history. Rockmommy ranks their ten best songs.
My 10 Favorite Dolly Parton Songs, Ranked
Dolly Parton’s greatest hits, from “Jolene” to “9 to 5” to the late-career duets. Here are my 10 favorites, ranked.
Gracie Nash on Miss Tutti And The Fruity Band’s Inspiring New Back-to-School Album
Music educator Gracie Nash, also known by her alter ego Miss Tutti, knows you can’t judge a fruit by its cover.
My 20 Favorite Madonna Songs, Ranked
Madonna, the queen of pop since 1983, is still unstoppable. Here are my 20 favorite songs by the artist and mom.
Grace Potter Brings Hot Flashes of Rock n’ Roll to Ridgefield
Grace Potter is my kind of musician: a wild, vocal powerhouse and badass rockmommy whose intimate outdoor show was a night to remember.
Social Distortion Brings Gen X Rock n’ Roll Glory to Toad’s Place
I didn’t know what I was most excited to see — Social D, Mike Ness, or his 1976 Les Paul Gold Top — at Toad’s Place.
