John Malkovich - Like a Puppet Show - VINYL LP

In late 2019, Kurt Wagner was experimenting with something new, something that would eventually reveal itself as Lambchop's Showtunes. By taking simple guitar tracks and converting them into MIDI piano tracks, InchSuddenly I discovered I could 'play' the piano,Inch he says. InchIt was a revelation that from those conversions, I was able to manipulate each note and add, subtract, arrange the chords and melody into a form that didn't have any of the limitations I had with my previous methods of writing with a guitar.Inch Removing these limitations led to a surprising new sound, something akin to show tunes but with edges sanded down and viewed through Kurt's own specific lens. InchIn general, it's a genre I was none too fond of,Inch he admits, Inchwith the exceptions of a few Great American Songbook-type of stuff or some of the works of artists like Tom Waits or early Randy Newman or even Gershwin or Carmichael. I'd always wanted to make songs with a similar feel, but my skills were limited until now.InchInchNow that the door reopened up, I realized that anything is possible given time and space to do it,Inch Kurt says. This led to the addition of one more key player, an effortlessly natural fit and one that for many will feel overdue. For the first time, longtime friend and collaborator James McNew of Yo La Tengo joins on upright bass. InchFor as long as I've known him, James McNew has been a like-minded artist and one who I've dreamed of working with,Inch Kurt says. InchThis seemed like the right fit for what he does, and he graciously agreed to be part of this creation. For many years, I've longed for what an upright bass could add to our sound. Now with that, this work was complete.Inch

Billy Boy Arnold has always been said to be a blues fan first. From his love of Sonny Boy Williamson to his obsession with the deep history of the blues, this overwhelming influence is evident in every note he plays. In a world of raw emotion and powerful storytelling, Arnold's vocals are weathered by time and experience and resonate with a haunting beauty, his voice effortlessly conveying the pain, longing, and resilience that are all essential hallmarks of the genre. From it's heartfelt blues origins to it's soul-stirring melodies, immerse yourself in the captivating collection of songs that make up Billy Boy Arnold's InchSinner's PrayerInch. This album is a testament to the undeniable talent of a true blues icon, showcasing the electrifying sound that would carve out and solidify Arnold's very own place in the rich history of the blues.

Painted Doll - Painted Doll [VINYL LP] Clear Vinyl, Green date 02/16/2018