my brightest diamond

On Air at KSVR Mount Vernon: February 1, 2013 Playlist

Andy Fenstermaker
February 7, 2013May 13, 2023

I’ve been in a weird place musically of late. I’m a bit scattered, all over the map. My affinity for light, soft and playful folk has returned, but I’m also crushing on slacker pop and dream pop at the moment. Pretty hard, thank to bands like Darlings and Indians. I shouldn’t be surprised at this disjointedness; I have always had diverse desires when it comes to music and varied playlists like this one are a common occurrence.

Fense’s Radio Show: November 4, 2011

Andy Fenstermaker
November 7, 2011May 13, 2023

Friday evening was a mad house. Getting into the station wasn’t the issue, as I expect it will be in… Read More »Fense’s Radio Show: November 4, 2011

My Brightest Diamond: Reaching Through To The Other Side (MP3)

Andy Fenstermaker
July 8, 2011July 6, 2011

The music of My Brightest Diamond has always been a bit out there. It features a very non-traditional sound when it comes to pop music, oft with orchestral movements much more suited for classical music than popular. Add to that the eccentricities of front-woman Shara Worden, who’s blood runs with music – both mother and father were musicians as was a grandparent, all of whom seemed to have a bit of gypsy in their blood. Read More »My Brightest Diamond: Reaching Through To The Other Side (MP3)

A Retrospective Top 33 and 1/3: Best Albums Of 2006

Andy Fenstermaker
December 11, 2009May 19, 2023

On June 6, 2006, FensePost went live. Since its inception, I’ve written more than 1,000 album reviews and countless features, track reviews, live reviews, and video reviews. My collection has grown exponentially. I have a room in my house devoted entirely to records. CDs go in the living room and I’m out of shelving space. To say FensePost has become a big part of my life would be an understatement. It’s as much a second job as it is a hobby.