I am the editor of independent music site MadeLoud. I write about music for that site, and tackle books and music at the Austinist, where I'm the editor for those respective sections. Metal and reggae have most recently emerged as passions, but I'm still into experimental and classic pop forms as ever. I enjoy sweet bars, unique venues, and challenges.
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