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My name is Ryan Davey and I am an enthusiastic music fan born, raised, and residing in Toronto, Canada.

I want to pay tribute to the music I love and am still discovering, so this site is for sharing my thoughts, memories, and playlists of the bands, genres, and songs that have meant so much to me.

And yes, this site is named after my lifelong favourite song, “Ceremony” by Joy Division and New Order.

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General disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this blog are my own and do not represent those of any people, institutions, or organizations I may or may not be associated with in any professional or personal capacity.

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Music history and profiles
I Muse Aloud: A Retrospective of Jane Siberry
Apr 27

Apr 27 I Muse Aloud: A Retrospective of Jane Siberry

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the playlist and read about the charming, enigmatic, and always creative Canadian songstress, Jane Siberry.

House Burning Down: A Deep Dive Retrospective of Jimi Hendrix
Mar 23

Mar 23 House Burning Down: A Deep Dive Retrospective of Jimi Hendrix

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the deep dive playlist and read up on the short but legendary career of Jimi Hendrix, one of the most influential rock artists of all time.

Bring on the Dancing Horses: A Retrospective of Echo & the Bunnymen
Jan 6

Jan 6 Bring on the Dancing Horses: A Retrospective of Echo & the Bunnymen

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the playlist and read along as we explore this iconic post-punk act from Liverpool, Echo & the Bunnymen.

Reggatta de Blanc: A Deep Dive Retrospective of The Police
Nov 30

Nov 30 Reggatta de Blanc: A Deep Dive Retrospective of The Police

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the deep dive playlist and read about the tidy, perfect musical career of The Police.

21st Century Music: Cate Le Bon
Nov 20

Nov 20 21st Century Music: Cate Le Bon

Ryan Davey
21st Century Music

Listen to the playlist and read up on this enigmatic Welsh singer, Cate Le Bon.

Shadowboxer: A Retrospective of Fiona Apple
Nov 12

Nov 12 Shadowboxer: A Retrospective of Fiona Apple

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the playlist and read about the impressively accomplished, lauded, and talented Fiona Apple.

Cover Songs: Volume 9
Apr 21

Apr 21 Cover Songs: Volume 9

Ryan Davey
Genres and Scenes

Listen to the playlist and read up on this impressive list of covers, covering classics from Janis Joplin, Tom Jones, David Bowie, The Ramones, and Grace Jones.

Food for Thought: A Retrospective of Eclectic 1980s Modern Rock
Jan 14

Jan 14 Food for Thought: A Retrospective of Eclectic 1980s Modern Rock

Ryan Davey
Genres and Scenes

Listen to the playlist and read the profile on this group of 1980s modern rock artists that offered an eclectic mix of musical styles which defied easy categorization and expanded the boundaries of popular music.

21st Century Music: Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever
Dec 31

Dec 31 21st Century Music: Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever

Ryan Davey
21st Century Music

Listen to the playlist and read up on this fantastic Australian indie band, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever.

21st Century Music: The Big Moon
Dec 29

Dec 29 21st Century Music: The Big Moon

Ryan Davey
21st Century Music

Listen to the playlist and read along to this exhilarating power pop quartet from London, The Big Moon.

Me and My Charms: A Retrospective of Kristin Hersh
Oct 14

Oct 14 Me and My Charms: A Retrospective of Kristin Hersh

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the playlist and read along about exemplary indie artist, Kristin Hersh, who has forged a lengthy and prodigious career through her solo work and with her two bands, Throwing Muses and 50 Foot Wave.

Always Love: A Retrospective of Nada Surf
Oct 9

Oct 9 Always Love: A Retrospective of Nada Surf

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the playlist and read up on this fantastic, overlooked rock act from New York, Nada Surf.

I'll Be Your Saint: A Retrospective of Adorable
Aug 19

Aug 19 I'll Be Your Saint: A Retrospective of Adorable

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the playlist and read about Adorable, a short-lived, but highly revered ‘90s band that never got its due.

My Generation: A Deep Dive Retrospective of The Who
Aug 18

Aug 18 My Generation: A Deep Dive Retrospective of The Who

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the deep cuts playlist and read along as we explore the multi-staged musical journey of one of the pre-eminent acts of the classic rock era, The Who.

Haunted: A Retrospective of Poe
May 21

May 21 Haunted: A Retrospective of Poe

Ryan Davey
Artist Profiles

Listen to the playlist and read up about the short and mysterious career of ‘90s songstress, Poe.

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