The Archive

2026

38 posts published in 2026

2 Mar 2026

Gritty Rhythms Clash with Melodic Dreams in Sonic Convergence

Explore a rich tapestry of sounds this week, from Faith No Mores eclectic vibes to the alt-rock anthems of The Smashing Pumpkins, uniting eras and genres for a sonic adventure.

23 Feb 2026

A Musical Journey Through Melancholy: From Big Trains to Bold Faith

This week, explore the rich narratives of Big Big Trains folk prog, Tori Amoss haunting storytelling, and George Michaels soulful anthems that redefine 80s pop.

16 Feb 2026

A Musical Odyssey Through Jangly Pop Shoegaze Dreamscapes and Ska

From Pink Floyds oceanic psychedelia through 80s pop and 90s alt anthems to ska, shoegaze and indie pop, this week traces melody, melancholy and reinvention.

9 Feb 2026

A Musical Journey Through Britpop Dreamscapes and American Rawness

Embark on a nostalgic journey this week as we explore the gritty edge of 90s alt-rock, from Oasiss iconic youth anthems to Bruce Springsteens spirited classics, uniting eras and emotions.

2 Feb 2026

Melodies Unbound: A Journey from Café Bleu to Earthquakes of Sound

Discover the vibrant fusion of genres as iconic sounds from The Style Council to Pearl Jam and Tori Amos to Carolina Chocolate Drops ignite your playlist this week.

1 Feb 2026

Introducing ssl-toolkit

A comprehensive SSL/TLS diagnostic tool built in Rust that I created to replace my ever-growing document of random certificate checking notes.

31 Jan 2026

OpenClaw: Giving Claude a Body (and a Telegram Bot)

A quick guide to installing OpenClaw, an open-source AI agent framework that gives LLMs persistence, tools, and messaging - turning a chatbot into an actual assistant.

26 Jan 2026

A Sonic Tapestry: From Punks Raw Edge to Psychedelic Dreams

Dive into a sonic journey through punk, alternative rock, and progressive sounds as legends collide, from The Clash to Pearl Jam, with timeless grooves and groundbreaking albums.

19 Jan 2026

A Sonic Tapestry: Threads of Legacy from Bowie to Beach Boys

Dive into an eclectic week exploring timeless tracks from Bowie to Goldfrapp, blending iconic rock, alt, and surreal sounds that redefine musical boundaries.