The song "America" by Simon & Garfunkel holds a special place in my heart. In fact it's the one song I'd listen to for the rest of your life. Head over to my blog, Dave’s Music Journal to read about it and tell me what's your song. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

If you got one song to listen to for the rest of your life, what would it be? Inspired by The Colbert Questionnaire, mine takes me back to my childhood basement floor and a song about a journey. Take a trip over to Dave’s Music Journal to find out what it is. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

Amazing show last night in DC with @drewholcomb.bsky.social and @ellieholcomb.bsky.social

Talking on @rocksolidpodcast.bsky.social about the music I discovered in college made me do a deeper dive. So head to my blog, Dave's Music Journal to find a link to a 3-hour playlist of the music that shaped me. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

Gregory Alan Isakov’s sold-out show in DC last Saturday night was exactly what I needed as it transformed The Anthem into something unexpectedly intimate. Head to my blog, Dave's Music Journal to read more about the show. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

Every week on Dave's Music Journal, I'll feature a new ear worm in the Take A Listen section. This week, we've got the new song from Marc Scibilia, "No One Knows My Name", a beautiful song for the best people you’ve never heard of. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

Today we celebrated the life of Martin Luther King Jr. I was inspired to put together music that was inspired by Dr. King. Head to my blog, Dave's Music Journal to listen to the inspiring playlist of music of many that celebrate Dr. King. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

What songs are stuck in your head? I've got five that are being tossed around in mine, including the newest single from DC's own Pete Hayes, former member of The Crystal Casino Band. Check it out here, daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

Lately, I’ve been living with some earworms stuck in my head - those songs that lodge themselves in your brain on repeat. Head to my blog, Dave's Music Journal, to check out tunes from senses, Wunderhorse, Sam MacPherson, Beach Bunny and Pete Hayes. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

One of my favorite albums from 2025 came from a band that was once dubbed "The Best Band in Britain". Their 2025 release is post-punk perfection. Head to my blog, Dave's Music Journal, to read about Antidepressants from The London Suede. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

ALF will return in Avengers: Doomsday.

What was your favorite music of 2025? I loved albums by Goose, Sam Fender, Sault and so much more. Check out the full list on my blog, Dave's Music Journal. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

Music is more than just background noise for me - it's a constant companion, a way to process life’s moments, and a powerful way to bring people together. That’s why I created this blog - Welcome to Dave's Music Journal. Check out my favorite music from 2025. daveschneier.wixsite.com/davesmusicjo...

365/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Straight Line Was A Lie by The Beths. Highlights include “Metal", "Roundabout" and the title track.

364/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Never Enough by Turnstile. Highlights include “I Care", "Seein' Stars" and the title track.

Hi everyone - Now's as good a time as any to announce that come January 1st, I'm launching my new music blog, Dave's Music Journal. The first post will be about my favorite albums from 2025, including The Beths, Turnstile and Wet Leg. Hope you'll take a look and follow.

363/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is The Clearing by Wolf Alice. Highlights include “Bloom Baby Bloom", "Just Two Girls" and "The Sofa".

362/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Without Further Ado, Vol. 1 by Christian McBride Big Band. Because Sunday's are for jazz. Highlights include “Murder By Numbers", "Old Folks" and "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow".

361/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Michigander by Michigander. Highlights include “Emotional", "Socialite" and "Spitting Image".

360/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Tether by Annahstasia. One of the best albums of 2025. Highlights include “Overflow", "Unrest" and "Be Kind".

359/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi. Highlights include “Linus and Lucy", "Skating" and "Christmastime Is Here". #ChristmasCountdown

358/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Country Christmas by Loretta Lynn. Highlights include “Away in a Manger", "To Heck With Ole Santa Claus" and "White Christmas". #ChristmasCountdown

357/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Llego Navidad by Los Lobos. Highlights include “Arbolito de Navidad", "Reluciente Sol" and "It's Christmas Time in Texas". #ChristmasCountdown

356/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Jackson 5 Christmas Album by the Jackson 5. Highlights include “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town", "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" and "Give Love on Christmas Day". #ChristmasCountdown

355/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Sound of Christmas by the Ramsey Lewis Trio. Because Sunday's are for jazz. Highlights include “Merry Christmas Baby", "Here Comes Santa Claus" and "Christmas Blues". #ChristmasCountdown

354/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Love The Holidays by Old 97's. Highlights include “Rudolph Was Blue", "Snow Angels" and the title track. #ChristmasCountdown

353/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Christmas Time Again! by The dB's and Friends. Highlights include “Holiday Spirit", "The Day Before Boxing Day" and "Home For The Holidays". #ChristmasCountdown

352/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Christmas Portrait by the Carpenters. Highlights include “I'll Be Home For Christmas", "Ave Maria" and "Sleigh Ride". #ChristmasCountdown

351/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is OCMS Xmas by Old Crow Medicine Show. Highlights include “North By Northeast", "Krampus Night" and "All About A Baby". #ChristmasCountdown

350/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is A Christmas Together by John Denver and The Muppets. Highlights include “Twelve Days of Christmas", "When the River Meets the Sea" and "Little Saint Nick". #ChristmasCountdown

349/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Christmas Child by Carbon Leaf. Highlights include “Red Punch/Green Punch", "Christmas At Sea" and the title track. #ChristmasCountdown

348/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Ella Wishes You a Swinging Christmas by Ella Fitzgerald. Because Sunday's are for jazz. Highlights include “Sleigh Ride", "The Christmas Song" and "Jingle Bells". #ChristmasCountdown

347/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Once Upon a Christmas by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton. Highlights include “A Christmas To Remember", "Christmas Without You" and the title track. #ChristmasCountdown

345/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Socks by JD McPherson. Highlights include “All The Gifts I Need", "Holly, Carol, Candy & Joy" and the title track. #ChristmasCountdown

344/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Hey! Merry Christmas! by The Mavericks. Highlights include “Santa Wants To Take You For A Ride", "Christmas For Me Is You" and "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)". #ChristmasCountdown

343/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Barenaked for the Holidays by Barenaked Ladies. Highlights include “Green Christmas", "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen"/"We Three Kings" and "Snowman". #ChristmasCountdown

342/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is James Brown's Funky Christmas by James Brown. Highlights include “Santa Claus Go Straight to the Ghetto", "Merry Christmas Baby" and "Let's Make Christmas Mean Something This Year". #ChristmasCountdown

341/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Crescent City Christmas Card by Wynton Marsalis. Because Sunday's are for jazz. Highlights include “O Tannenbaum", "Carol of the Bells" and "Winter Wonderland". #ChristmasCountdown

340/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is A Very Kacey Christmas by Kacey Musgraves. Highlights include “A Willie Nice Christmas", "Ribbons and Bows" and "Present Without A Bow". #ChristmasCountdown

339/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is One More Drifter in the Snow by Aimee Mann. Highlights include “Christmastime", "Calling On Mary" and "I'll Be Home For Christmas". #ChristmasCountdown

338/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is It's A Holiday Soul Party by Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings. Highlights include “8 Days (of Hanukkah)", "Funky Little Drummer Boy" and "Ain't No Chimneys in the Projects". #ChristmasCountdown

337/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is When Christmas Comes Around by Kelly Clarkson. Highlights include “Christmas Isn't Cancelled (Just You)", "Under the Mistletoe" and "Merry Christmas Baby". #ChristmasCountdown

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336/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Someday at Christmas by Stevie Wonder. Highlights include “Ave Maria", "What Christmas Means to Me" and "The Christmas Song". #ChristmasCountdown

335/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Christmas Party by She & Him. Highlights include “Run Run Rudolph", "Let It Snow" and "A Marshmallow World". #ChristmasCountdown

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334/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Home Cookin' by Jimmy Smith. Because it was just Thanksgiving and Sunday's are for jazz. Highlights include “See See Rider", "Messin' Around" and "Come on Baby".

333/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is Around the World in a Day by Prince and the Revolution. Highlights include “Raspberry Beret", "Pop Life" and "Tamborine".

332/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is What Time Is It? by The Time. Highlights include “The Walk", "777-9311" and "Wild and Loose".

331/365 - #RockSolidAlbumADay2025 is All About Chemistry by Semisonic. Highlights include “Chemistry", "El Matador" and "One True Love".