For album number five, The Thermals hook up with producer Chris Walla (issue #19) at Jackpot! Recording in Portland, OR (I know, that's my studio, but screw you if you think I'm doing this to serve my own interests - I dig The Thermals). Chris later mixed this all-analog album at his home-based Alberta Court studio. This record sounds great, propulsive and fun, even on shitty car stereos. Also mastered by Roger Seibel.
Music Reviews | No. 80
Band of Joy
by Larry Crane
With guitarist/co-producer Buddy Miller (issue #34) and two surprising covers of songs by Low (issue #31) it's a Tape Op love fest here. Fans of Plant's collaboration with Alison Krauss will love...