A theatrical concept album that moves between decadence and fantasy.
A unique work that weaves together theatrical narrative and experimental arrangements. An artistic album that builds an American noir-like world while interweaving jazz and blues.
Tom Waits' husky voice guides the story in a circus-like sound world. The meticulous placement of instruments and handling of noise create an atmosphere reminiscent of a run-down theater. Sadness and humor coexist, and the piece has a depth that simultaneously embraces the humor and sadness of life. An avant-garde masterpiece that is also filled with humanity.
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17 TRACKS:
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1)
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Hang On St. Christopher
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2)
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Straight To The Top (Rhumba)
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3)
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Blow Wind Blow
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4)
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Temptation
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5)
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Innocent When You Dream (Barroom)
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6)
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I'll Be Gone
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7)
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Yesterday Is Here
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8)
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Please Wake Me Up
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9)
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Frank's Theme
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10)
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More Than Rain
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11)
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Way Down In The Hole
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12)
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Straight To The Top (Vegas)
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13)
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I'll Take New York
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14)
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Telephone Call From Istanbul
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15)
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Cold Cold Ground
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16)
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Train Song
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17)
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Innocent When You Dream (78)
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Vocals, Producer, Songwriter - Tom Waits
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Engineer [Additional] - Tchad Blake
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Mastered By - Howie Weinberg
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Mixed By, Recorded By - Biff Dawes
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Engineer [Additional] - Mike Kloster
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Engineer [Additional] - David Glover
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Recorded By - Danny Leake
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Engineer [Additional] - Stephen Shelton (2)
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Engineer [Additional] - David Knight (3)
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Engineer [Additional] - Lorita De La Cerna
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Engineer [Additional] - Bill Higley
