Sometimes humor only works in distinctive niches with particular background presuppositions. Whether it will land in this case, I'm not...

I made some key revisions to my translation/paraphrase of a beautiful Danish hymn lyric (nearly unknown in the US) and I have a not-too-terr

I am pleased to share a new English translation—or singable free paraphrase—of an iconic Danish hymn, Dejlig Er Jorden. This is the tune...

If you are the sort of person who has become wary about my suggestions because they seem too gloomy or ironic, this is your day to click with no fear. This will be one of the most joyful songs you will ever hear... I share it in a hope that my version can help introduce this terrific song to more people, advancing a folk process that has a great deal to gain from carrying it forward.

First things first: in this essay I introduce my new lyrics and adapted tune for an underrated song by the underrated British songwriter,...

As I said on Christmas Eve, I decided to experiment with a “12 days of Christmas” series on the blog this year. One song a day, some with...

Here, in honor of the solstice just passed, are some new lyrics for one of the most beautiful song I know: Björk’s “Vökuró” from her...

You who philosophize disgrace, and criticize all fear Bury the rag deep in your face, now's the time for your tears. In the strange world...