Explore a line-by-line history of the hit song "Summer of '69" written by its co-composer Jim Vallance. This breakdown clarifies the specific lyrical inspirations, personal memories, and creative process behind the classic rock staple.
I visited Indian Summer in Mumbai and highly recommend their Shahi shorba and methi tikki. Despite some service confusion, the meal was excellent, and I learned the proper etiquette for eating soup by moving the spoon away from myself.
I read 51 books in 2025, primarily using AI summarization to process 44 titles in a single week. My highlights include Bert Hölldobler’s The Ants and Brandon Sanderson’s Wind and Truth, alongside deep dives into biology and psychology.
I explore the neurobiology of the mind through Ilayaraja’s genius for orchestration. I analyze his use of Vasantha, Hamsanandhi, and Ramapriya ragas, detailing how he blends Western classical structures with Carnatic melodies in tracks like 'Andhi Mazhai'.
I shared a link to Bottom Line, a Corante blog dedicated to the economics of information technology. It provides specialized commentary and analysis on the financial aspects and market trends within the IT sector.
I analyze how Ilayaraja and AR Rahman interpret raagas like Dharmavathi and Shanmukhapriya in film music. Beyond musicology, I reflect on the cycles of creative influence and the necessity of humility in the face of artistic legacy.