Imperfect Fifth

In music theory, the imperfect fifth, also known as the wolf fifth, Procrustean fifth, or diminished fourth, is a dissonant interval that covers seven semitones. It's considered a unique musical phenomenon. This term caught my interest for several specific reasons, particularly when I was drafting motions for a lawyer and getting lost in complex legal language.

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shunkan "prettier" - imperfect fifth

1 week ago | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

You are in for a treat with this five minute and nine second track from Los Angeles native Marina Sakimoto’s rock project Shunkan. It begins at a bit of a trudge, but the composition becomes lighter, more encouraging as it progresses. It is equally hopeful, tragic, and contemplative, full of thoughts many of us have had. Audibly, it is both dark and light, playing with the emotional turbulence of her inner thoughts and, in turn, the listener’s inner thoughts and critiques.
gina birch just can't keep herself from "causing trouble again"

1 week ago | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

If I’m being honest, any female artist wielding a song with the title “Causing Trouble Again” was going to pique my interest. If nothing else, I am an unashamed feminist and broad supporter of women who speak up and speak out. And while her sophomore album Trouble won’t be released until July, the indelible Gina Birch has unleashed a single with just that name — and just that energy. Post punk is, perhaps, one of my favorite genres.
couldn't be happiers couldn't be more supportive

1 week ago | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

Bracing for the impact of their sophomore album “Couple(t)s,” independent North Carolina duo Couldn’t Be Happier – expertly comprised of soulmates Jordan Crosby Lee and Jodi Hildebran Lee – share supportive and audibly satisfying single “I Got You.” The lyrics are encouraging, something to send to a friend or family member that may be going through a hard time. Because life is hard enough as it is, and this duo has no problem acknowledging that.
mýa dazzles audience at t-mobile center, sparking joy, nostalgia, and hope

1 week ago | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

While every other artist on the planet is pulling back on the reigns and really trying to curate a specific image or brand, there are some artists that have owned their creative space for quite some time. People who are so naturally good at what they do and well-versed in who they are that sometimes their artistry is taken for granted.
michigan rattlers talk the importance of the arts in school and batman as they prep for concert in kc

2 months ago | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

Petoskey, Michigan bred folk-rock quartet – expertly comprised of Graham Young, Adam Reed, Christian Wilder, and Anthony Audia – is probably showing up close to you sometime soon. They mounted a three-month tour in February, and don’t show any signs of slowing down. We got a few minutes to catch up with lead singer Graham Young ahead of their March 12th show in Kansas City. _____Was there a moment when you realized you wanted to pursue music as more than a hobby?
paper suit talks teaming up and caffeinating in part I of our interview series

2 months ago | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

If you haven’t heard of Paper Suit, you might be feeling a little left out right now. But the fact of the matter is, Paper Suit is just now being brought into the fold. Launched just last month, the five-artist collective is a collaborative project between internet friends who also happen to be rappers. Together, they blend their styles, intonations, and perspectives to make this a beautiful and fun experience for all.
{premiere} the davenports release the artful video for "we know we want to"

2 months ago | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

Brooklyn-based indie pop collective The Davenports – masterminded by multi-instrumentalist Scott Klass and a rotating cast of artists – has been riding high off of critical acclaim over their fifth album, You Could’ve Just Said That, and for good reason. Klass’ mastery of the production process – from concept to recording and mixing – is on full display, as it is the first release charmingly self-recorded at home.
kendrick lamar gives momentum to black history month and the revolution with halftime show

Feb 10, 2025 | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

Last night, the Philadelphia Eagles won The Big Game. While there was so much about the game that gave me goosebumps, electrified, and, honestly, inspired, the most exciting part for me – and for many – was the halftime show. For fear of being too petty (re: my issues with the Chiefs organization being too financially and outwardly supportive of the color orange, their players and families openly supporting the current regime, Butker, Swift, etc.), I’m going to spare you most of my thoughts.
dickie's "shakes you" won't rattle your confidence

Dec 17, 2024 | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

Dick Prall is a sentimental man. The Iowa-based indie rock singer-songwriter has been going by the nickname his mother affectionately knew him by, Dickie, for the last decade as he’s unraveled his genius on the world. His talents have led him in a variety of directions musically over the last few years, but the same heart is at the center of every piece. Dickie’s latest offering, Head Full of Hiss, is an EP that is equal parts honest and beautiful.
the hives reinvigorate day 2 of riot fest 2024

Oct 12, 2024 | imperfectfifth.com | Meredith Schneider

Have we mentioned that day 2 at Riot Fest 2024 was hot as hell? And The Hives had the audacity to come out on stage and act like we weren’t all absolutely falling over under the heat of the midday sun. In their full, black and white suits, they ran around the stage like it was the 90s, absolutely reinvigorating the worn-out afternoon crowd. Every single person who walked away from this set had a massive smile, which isn’t a common situation at a festival that melts faces like this one.