Liner Notes: The Sleeve Blog

What’s the Value of Music? Inside Sleeve Music is central to the rituals that define our lives—birthdays, weddings, celebrations, and even farewells. It moves us in immediate and instinctive ways, wired into our biology. While visual signals take time to process, sound demands our attention instantly. We know

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Inside Sleeve: Emotions in Motion Have you ever wondered why certain stories—from books, films, or songs—stay with you long after they end? As I work with musicians on connecting with their most dedicated fans, we often circle back to this question: how do you make your art stick?

Substack’s Success in a World of Free Content Substack has transformed how writers work, offering independence, community, and—most importantly—a paycheck, all outside the traditional media machine. But here’s the big question: could musicians have their own Substack moment? I highly recommend this podcast if you haven&

Inside Sleeve: Lingering with the Music We’ve been diving deep into user interviews lately, and wow, the insights have been gold. (By the way, if you’d like to join the conversation, we’d love to hear your perspective—reach out, and we’ll set it up!) One recurring

Inside Sleeve: The Pursuit of Perfect Sound Last week, I chatted with two artists—both absolute perfectionists, the kind who’ll spend months dialing in every detail to make sure their music and visuals feel just right. They book the best studios, bring in the highest-quality mics, and travel to