Cedric Hendrix
@cirdecsongs.bsky.social
Freelance music journalist and author. Early-stage musician. Sports nut. Movie fan. Beginning biker. Open-minded and eager to learn.
Lung is one of my favorite bands. I’m hoping you’ll make them a favorite, too! #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/09/y...
You Should Be Listening to Lung
Daisy Caplan (drums) and Kate Wakefield (Photo via Mad Indie Media) I was wandering through Everybody’s Records in Cincinnati back in 2019, looking for something new. Lucky for me, I was pointed in…
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February 9, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Lung is one of my favorite bands. I’m hoping you’ll make them a favorite, too! #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/09/y...
I was supposed to give Una a fresh set of strings earlier, but I wound up dozing off to a dog of a football game.
So, I guess I’ll do it now.
#guitar #fender #stratocaster #ghsstrings
So, I guess I’ll do it now.
#guitar #fender #stratocaster #ghsstrings
February 9, 2026 at 4:36 AM
I was supposed to give Una a fresh set of strings earlier, but I wound up dozing off to a dog of a football game.
So, I guess I’ll do it now.
#guitar #fender #stratocaster #ghsstrings
So, I guess I’ll do it now.
#guitar #fender #stratocaster #ghsstrings
Is this really the way it happened? I was 11. That being said, I’m still not fully onboard with punk. I need SKILLS. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/06/i...
I Like It When They Can Play!
It was burning my ass! My daily YouTube scroll landed me on a video called The 3-Minute Song That KILLED Progressive Rock Forever. Was it clickbait? Yeah, there was no doubt about it. Did I click o…
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February 6, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Is this really the way it happened? I was 11. That being said, I’m still not fully onboard with punk. I need SKILLS. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/06/i...
One legend. Two great new albums. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/04/j...
John McLaughlin’s Fire and Ice
When you’re a legend, you do what you want however you want. Guitar legend John McLaughlin has earned the right to do that and then some. Most people associate McLaughlin with his lightning fast fr…
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February 4, 2026 at 5:34 PM
One legend. Two great new albums. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/04/j...
Do I prefer @starwarsexplained.com or @startrektour.bsky.social ? The quick answer is “yes.” But what about the music? Is one better than the other? I chat that up here. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/03/b...
February 4, 2026 at 1:35 AM
Do I prefer @starwarsexplained.com or @startrektour.bsky.social ? The quick answer is “yes.” But what about the music? Is one better than the other? I chat that up here. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/03/b...
My “25 from 25” series continues with a band I’ve been obsessed with for a decade, with no end in sight. I can only hope I’ve created a few more devotees. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/02/2...
25 from 25: Gaga for GoGo Penguin
Part of the CirdecSongs celebrating 25 of my favorite musical things of the past 25 years. (All photos by CirdecSongs) GoGo Penguin at Thalia Hall in Chicago on May 7, 2023 I’ve always believed som…
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February 2, 2026 at 9:18 PM
My “25 from 25” series continues with a band I’ve been obsessed with for a decade, with no end in sight. I can only hope I’ve created a few more devotees. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/02/2...
Nice to see Peter Gabriel is working on new material. It’ll be interesting to see where this goes. youtu.be/zPRrzlrV5nk?...
Peter Gabriel - Put the Bucket Down. Full moon update February 2026 - thought reading & writing...
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February 1, 2026 at 10:37 PM
Nice to see Peter Gabriel is working on new material. It’ll be interesting to see where this goes. youtu.be/zPRrzlrV5nk?...
It’s #JazzSunday! My relentless pursuit of new music led me to Bandcamp and these super-talented jazz artists. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/01/c...
CirdecSongs NextWaveJazz
When it comes to new music and artists, my Instagram cup runneth over. I’ve nearly completed compiling my sixth 30-song playlist in about three weeks. There was just one problem: there’s little to …
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February 1, 2026 at 3:31 PM
It’s #JazzSunday! My relentless pursuit of new music led me to Bandcamp and these super-talented jazz artists. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/02/01/c...
A quick peek at some new music from artists known (Springsteen, Flea) and on the rise. A little something for everyone. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/30/c...
CirdecSongs 1st Impressions
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, “Streets of Minneapolis” (Columbia). Conceived, written, and recorded in less than a week, Bruce Springsteen cuts to the heart of the crisis in Minneapolis, Minnesota with on-the…
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January 30, 2026 at 5:23 PM
A quick peek at some new music from artists known (Springsteen, Flea) and on the rise. A little something for everyone. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/30/c...
The Benevolent Dictator turns Bossypants as he asks you to give one of his favorite musicians a go. He thanks you in advance. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/29/y...
You Should Be Listening To Shabaka
(All photos by CirdecSongs) Shabaka at The Salt Shed in Chicago, 2022 It is more than a little arrogant, presumptuous, and pretty damned bossy to declare whom you should listen to, given that you p…
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January 29, 2026 at 6:40 PM
The Benevolent Dictator turns Bossypants as he asks you to give one of his favorite musicians a go. He thanks you in advance. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/29/y...
Hanging out in the woodshed.
Una is Latin for “one.” Seemed like the perfect name for my Number One #Stratocaster
That and the #StarTrek connection with Una Chin Riley, First Officer of the Enterprise under Captain Christopher Pike.
I’ll always get my geek in. #cirdecsongs
Una is Latin for “one.” Seemed like the perfect name for my Number One #Stratocaster
That and the #StarTrek connection with Una Chin Riley, First Officer of the Enterprise under Captain Christopher Pike.
I’ll always get my geek in. #cirdecsongs
January 29, 2026 at 4:32 AM
Hanging out in the woodshed.
Una is Latin for “one.” Seemed like the perfect name for my Number One #Stratocaster
That and the #StarTrek connection with Una Chin Riley, First Officer of the Enterprise under Captain Christopher Pike.
I’ll always get my geek in. #cirdecsongs
Una is Latin for “one.” Seemed like the perfect name for my Number One #Stratocaster
That and the #StarTrek connection with Una Chin Riley, First Officer of the Enterprise under Captain Christopher Pike.
I’ll always get my geek in. #cirdecsongs
Despite my newfound love for playing guitar again, I have no band ambitions. But it would be fun to share the stage with these folks. You can dig on my thoughts here. cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/28/d...
#cirdecsongs
#cirdecsongs
Damn! I Wanna Be Up There!
Practicing to perform for no one. (self-portrait by CirdecSongs) I’m really enjoying my Second Guitar Renaissance. (For those who don’t know, I started playing again three years back after a 15-yea…
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January 28, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Despite my newfound love for playing guitar again, I have no band ambitions. But it would be fun to share the stage with these folks. You can dig on my thoughts here. cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/28/d...
#cirdecsongs
#cirdecsongs
New records abound. Check it out! #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/27/c...
CirdecSongs First Impressions
DWIKI DHARMAWAN, Alagnorisis (MoonJune Records). Silky, tasteful, and jazz oriented. The band’s talent — particularly their pianist leader — shines through with ease. The composed pieces flow smoot…
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January 27, 2026 at 1:39 AM
New records abound. Check it out! #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/27/c...
Watching this fantastic movie for at least the fourth time. It doesn’t get old.
#Sinners got all the Oscar nods I asked for and then some! Any less than four wins and I will be EXTREMELY unhappy!
#Sinners got all the Oscar nods I asked for and then some! Any less than four wins and I will be EXTREMELY unhappy!
January 24, 2026 at 2:58 AM
Watching this fantastic movie for at least the fourth time. It doesn’t get old.
#Sinners got all the Oscar nods I asked for and then some! Any less than four wins and I will be EXTREMELY unhappy!
#Sinners got all the Oscar nods I asked for and then some! Any less than four wins and I will be EXTREMELY unhappy!
Thing is, I keep picturing someone trying to dive in headfirst, only to have his head flatten like Wile E. Coyote.
#zerodegrees #lakemichigan #chicago
#zerodegrees #lakemichigan #chicago
January 24, 2026 at 2:57 AM
Thing is, I keep picturing someone trying to dive in headfirst, only to have his head flatten like Wile E. Coyote.
#zerodegrees #lakemichigan #chicago
#zerodegrees #lakemichigan #chicago
Here’s a batch of fresh music for ya, including a couple of #playlists for you to consume. Enjoy! #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/22/c...
CirdecSongs Can Dig It!
My Instagram feed is positively flooded with songs from established, new, up and coming, or just new to me bands. I wish I had time to explore all of them in-depth. Alas, there are only so many hou…
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January 22, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Here’s a batch of fresh music for ya, including a couple of #playlists for you to consume. Enjoy! #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/22/c...
I’m always surprised when I hear negative comments about Hans Zimmer. I always enjoy his soundtrack work. Here are a few of my thoughts on the man and his music. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/21/t...
The Great Hans Zimmer Conundrum
Motion picture soundtracks have been a part of my world for nearly 50 years. When I say “soundtrack,” I’m referring to the music score. Songs from pop artists are great, but they usually aren’t wha…
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January 21, 2026 at 6:29 PM
I’m always surprised when I hear negative comments about Hans Zimmer. I always enjoy his soundtrack work. Here are a few of my thoughts on the man and his music. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/21/t...
The next installment of my “25 From 25” series, as I chat up one of my all-time favorite bands. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/19/2...
25 from 25: Bent Knee, Blown Mind
Celebrating 25 of my favorite musical people, places, and things from the last 25 years. (All photos by CirdecSongs, except where indicated) Chris Baum On rare occasion, the music gods bestow upon …
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January 19, 2026 at 7:07 PM
The next installment of my “25 From 25” series, as I chat up one of my all-time favorite bands. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/19/2...
I was two-days-ago years old when I learned I was an alto/tenor singer.
This information comes courtesy of my teacher, friend, and cheerleader LX Song, whom I thank for unlocking a rather large door.
I’m gonna make you proud! #letsdothis
This information comes courtesy of my teacher, friend, and cheerleader LX Song, whom I thank for unlocking a rather large door.
I’m gonna make you proud! #letsdothis
January 16, 2026 at 7:50 PM
I was two-days-ago years old when I learned I was an alto/tenor singer.
This information comes courtesy of my teacher, friend, and cheerleader LX Song, whom I thank for unlocking a rather large door.
I’m gonna make you proud! #letsdothis
This information comes courtesy of my teacher, friend, and cheerleader LX Song, whom I thank for unlocking a rather large door.
I’m gonna make you proud! #letsdothis
Is there really that much quicksand in this world?
And why have I spent so much time worrying about it killing me?
#DeepThoughts
And why have I spent so much time worrying about it killing me?
#DeepThoughts
January 15, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Is there really that much quicksand in this world?
And why have I spent so much time worrying about it killing me?
#DeepThoughts
And why have I spent so much time worrying about it killing me?
#DeepThoughts
Having FINALLY settled on a review format that suits him, the Benevolent Dictator finds a way forward. Enjoy this quick, brief jump-off. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/14/c...
CirdecSongs First Impressions
I’ve changed the name of my review posts at least three times. None of them really completely fit. I’ve tended to write reviews of albums and singles I enjoy. Some are short, some are longer. I’m j…
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January 14, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Having FINALLY settled on a review format that suits him, the Benevolent Dictator finds a way forward. Enjoy this quick, brief jump-off. #cirdecsongs cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/14/c...
Now that I’m no longer in pain, I can begin the push toward what I want the #CirdecSongs brand to be. Here’s a peek into the plans. cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/13/2...
2026: The Year I Get Around To It
Happiness is not hurting. John Lennon told us life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans. Still, there’s no reason not to have ambitions. Failure to plan is a plan to fail. So, here w…
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January 13, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Now that I’m no longer in pain, I can begin the push toward what I want the #CirdecSongs brand to be. Here’s a peek into the plans. cirdecsongs.com/2026/01/13/2...