Welcome
Hey y’all, welcome to the blog! I’ve been thinking for a while about putting my thoughts on music in one place, and well, here it is.
I don’t have a strict plan for what this will become or where it’ll go, but I want it to be a space where I can share the music that moves me. At 28 years old, with over five years of experience working in and around music, it feels like the right time to finally put pen to paper (well, fingers to keys) and create something that can live out here on the web. If you’re reading this in 2096, there’s a good chance I’m not around anymore, but I hope you’re still listening to some of the music I’ve highlighted here.
I’m writing all of this from Portland, Maine, where I’m lucky enough to live in a small coastal community that's rich with arts and culture. It’s a place that really inspires me—there’s a strong sense of creativity here, and that energy is everywhere. But while I’m rooted in this tight-knit town, I also have the privilege of working with artists from all over the globe at DistroKid. It’s an incredible experience, being able to connect with musicians from every corner of the world and seeing how music brings people together no matter where they’re from. It’s these experiences that I hope will shape what I share here.
This site will mainly serve as a professional hub where you can check out my resume and other work-related projects. But on the blog side of things, I’ll be sharing the music I’m vibing with and maybe even throwing in a few interviews with artists I’m into. I’m just going with the flow — keeping it casual and real. So, think of this as your one-stop shop for everything Nathaniel and music.
Before we dive in, I want to share one last thought:
I know a lot of people place heavy emphasis on numerical ratings or charts when it comes to music, but I’ve never really been a fan of that. To me, music isn’t about numbers or statistics; it’s about the feelings it evokes and the connections it creates.
The power of music isn’t in its chart position or what a critic decides to score it — it’s in how it resonates with you, how it makes you feel. That’s what matters most. I hope we can all keep that in mind and remember that music is personal, and it speaks to us in ways that numbers never will.