There was a time (a long time ago) when I thought I knew a bit about music, having been around it a lot. I came to realize later that there's much more to be explored, and fortunately I have friends who steer me to good artists and their recordings every so often.

The reviews here also help a lot. (Thank you for writing them.) Have a goal to 'heart' at least one review for every release I own, and I'm well short of doing that ...

Ultimately, music is a very personal experience ... so objectivity in reviewing is mostly impossible. I like what I like and you like what you like. Not really worth fighting over. However ...

... I'm still learning ... It's amazing what's out there, and suggestions are always appreciated.

Update--I have started rating movies. I actually own very few movies, but thought I'd at least participate with the movies I remember viewing. Not sure I'll be writing movie reviews ...