I can't explain it, but lately it seems like I have been reading a lot of people's blogs and I would like to take some time and write out two things I find really annoying. I don't know if this is becoming an epidemic, or if it's just remarkable luck but it seems like people are starting to do two things I find really distracting. In my opinion, these are the kind of mistakes that will discredit anyone as a writer.

Music has many devices that can draw your ear in for a listen, but I think the most subtle way is through the lyrics. While a great guitar riff or a pounding beat can catch your interest immediately, it takes time to draw you in with lyrics. If lyrics are really great, they can pull you in with their imagery, their story, their statement about our world, and sometimes with their wit and humor.