jack mckeever

Accredited post-graduate copywriter. Editor at Ta Voix. Lover of music and poetry. Strong opposer of Ezra Pound.

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

I'm likely to be spending less time on here this year.

I've launched a Substack (totally free of charge ofc) with a round up of my fave music of 2022, incl. @soulglophl, @LoJamMusic, @BackwoodzHipHop, @csandkreme, @LucreciaDalt and many more.

https://t.co/SZjvh53DX1

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@LozzaFox Laurence he's not gonna call you back mate. This is embarrassing now x

[Lionesses @Lionesses]

World Cup final day.

COME ON ENGLAND! 🦁

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@mykectown Actually that Knife album is fucking good too

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@mykectown Hounds of Love
RTJ 4
Either Let Love In or Loveless next. Can't decide.

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@LozzaFox Unfortunately every tweet is just further documentation of the breakdown you're experiencing, Laurence. Deny it if you want, but we've seen the videos. Swap the booze and insecurity for some inner peace, I reckon.

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

Here's to hoping Alcaraz names the COVID vaccine as the main reason for his success in his post-match press meeting x #Wimbledon

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@TrveCvltPop Still remember your Grady Avenell impression from the Metal Hammer Podcast days. Hope it's brought back for this.

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

Bullet Train to Vegas is still in the top 10 greatest white-hot punk songs ever, mostly thanks to the urgency in Froberg's vocals

https://t.co/AEqTRZgOpe

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

Really sad news about Rick Froberg. As a young punk kid Drive Like Jehu and Hot Snakes were absolutely fundamental to me in terms of teeth-gritting, noisy, angular and catchy vibes. Pure rugged bliss. RIP Rick; an enrapturing presence til the very end.

https://t.co/3ylsZEGGes

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

Stuart's back. You know what to do!

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@theeabsentee It's like a 'before and after hearing Full of Hell' shot. The kid is after hearing them.

[New Lines Magazine @newlinesmag]

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[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@departfromme @OdinsFolk89 @TrveCvltPop @Rancid @Sleep_Token @thedirtynil @DvdAdult @codeorangetoth Dude is over here venerating Andrew Tate so yeah, self-fulfilling really

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@TrveCvltPop @Rancid @Sleep_Token @thedirtynil @DvdAdult @codeorangetoth Genuinely can't believe there are people saying Sam is close-minded. To me, he was the most open-minded and joyous person I've ever heard on a podcast with you. Seems a genuine, intelligent, grounded man. Big up Steve - a big shame but will look forward to the pod going forwards.

[Sean Thomas Dougherty @SeanLemonhead]

I'm so honored editor Maya Popa chose my book Death Prefers the Minor Keys to be a Publishers Weekly Top 10 new fall poetry release, and big congratulations to my @boaeditions pressmate @SubhagaCrystal Bacon whose Transitory made the Top 50 long list.
https://t.co/RwVNxi3DMZ

[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

One of the very finest South American novels (and indeed, novelists) of the last decade or so. This is fabulous.

[Jimena Gorraez @J_Gorraez]

Huge congratulations to the authors finalists for 2024 Neustadt International Prize for Literature.
But a particularly BIG HOORAY to @NonaFernandez, nominated for the spectacular THE TWILIGHT ZONE. So proud to be her UK publishers. Bravo NONA!
https://t.co/5J4c3BHLNq

[Guardian Books @GuardianBooks]

‘These spaces are depicted with trauma porn’: Tyriek White on his acclaimed public housing novel https://t.co/4fsfzKIDju

[Realistic Poetry International @RealisticPoetry]

Poets, Poetry, and Mental Health

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#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

Mental health issues have become a pressing concern in today's world, and people are constantly searching for different ways to manage and improve their mental well-being. Poetry, the art of expressing emotions and thoughts through written words, is one medium that can help alleviate symptoms of mental illness and promote emotional healing.

Poets throughout history have used their poetry to express their deepest and most profound emotions, be it joy, sadness, anger, or longing. Many famous poets like Sylvia Plath, Edgar Allan Poe, and Virginia Woolf have been known to struggle with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Their works often reflect the struggles they faced and serve as a testimony to how poetry can be therapeutic.

Writing poetry can be cathartic for individuals who are struggling with mental health issues. It provides them with a creative outlet to express their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or being misunderstood. In fact, writing poetry can be a form of self-care. It can help one process complex emotions, release pent-up feelings, and reduce stress levels.

While poetry can be therapeutic for the poet, it can also be powerful for the reader. For instance, reading a poem about a shared experience can provide comfort and a sense of belonging. Poetry has the power to legitimize struggles, hurts, and pain, thereby helping foster empathy and a sense of community.

Furthermore, poetry can act as a bridge between mental health and mainstream society. Poems about mental illness can help destigmatize it by making it more visible and relatable to others. They can also provide a tool for mental health professionals to start conversations about difficult topics such as suicide, addiction, and grief.

In conclusion, poetry has a profound impact on mental health, not only for the poet but also for society as a whole. It can destigmatize mental illness, provide comfort, and serve as a tool for emotional healing. It's essential to recognize the value of poetry in mental health and encourage individuals to use the medium to express their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

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[jack mckeever @WorldBookJack]

@therapyofficial @TrveCvltPop Great episode, Steve. What a smart, perceptive man Andy is - the Joy Division, Burial and Husker Du chat made me genuinely so nostalgic.

[THERAPY? @therapyofficial]

Andy goes deep with @TrveCvltPop on 5 of his favourite albums, recommended listen. Check it out below!