A much-needed break

That's what I've been taking for the past week and a half or so. I've been running this site for exactly three years, and with the exception of a few weeks' holidays here and there, have constantly updated it at least a few times a week (as well as engaging in discussions in the comments section). Like many things in life, my decision to take a break was unexpected - I got up one day and decided that, my full-time job, family committments as well as all the reviewing/feature writing work would be sufficient for a week or so. I think it's probably natural for most people who run a blog that from time to time, they experience burn out. That's not to suggest that I'm tiring of the music that features here -  far from it. Actually, it's interesting that my blog break coincided with me getting out to hear some great electronic music -  Convextion and David Vunk being the highlights of the past weekend -  and now I feel refreshed and revitalised, ready to dive back into the fray again. Look out this week for a set from the mighty Redshape as well as some pontificating about dark times for dark music and a list of great records that are rocking my world. It was good to be away, but it's great to be back...

Comments

[tom/pipecock]

hey man, i feel like i have been frightfully neglectful of ISM, i haven't even posted a true round-up of my Chicago trip which i have been back from for 3+ weeks. i'm hardly "resting", but i am thankful i have such a good crew of cats to hold things down for me while i am slacking. can't wait for school to be over for good!

[Benjamin Anon]

Glad to have you back!

[Brophy]

Tom, the big difference is yours is a group blog, so that cuts you some slack! I've often wondered if it would be a good idea to do a group blog, or maybe get someone to 'guest edit' it for a week...

Thanks Benjamin - I'll check out your mix soon, I promise!