Life & Death of an American Fourtracke
by John Vanderslice$28.89 Free Shipping
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- Released
- 8/12/09
- Music Genre
- Rock
Description
With three records in just two years, John Vanderslice is already proving himself to be a prolific songwriter who can put together an admirable concept record. Like Time Travel Is Lonely, The Life and Death of an American Fourtracker tells a story of solitude and, ultimately, the downfall of its protagonist. A boy obsessed with producing home recordings may not sound as sad as someone stuck in Antarctica without communication, but through Vanderslice's lyrics and wonderful arrangements, a powerful misfortune emerges. With help once again from indie rock friends such as Spoon, Death Cab for Cutie, and Beulah, he shows a developing interest in peculiar sounds as well as chamber pop, most notably on "The Mansion," which blossoms into a jubilant chorus. The examination of a recording device in "Me and My 424" establishes a sense that this genuine tale isn't too far from being autobiographical. And given Vanderslice's number of hours spent in his Tiny Telephone studio, it wouldn't be a surprise. Kenyon Hopkin.
Product Details
- Artist
- John Vanderslice
- Media Format
- Vinyl Record
- Label / Studio
- AFTERNOON RECORDS
- Media Content Format
- Album
- Number of Discs
- 1
Tracklisting
Disc 1:
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Fiend in a Cloud
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Me and My 424
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Underneath the Leaves
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Interlude #4
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Mansions
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Nikki Oh Nikki
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Kyoto Pond
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Amitriptyline
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Greyhound
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Interlude #5
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Cool Purple Mist
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From Out Here
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Fiend in a Cloud, Pt. 2
