I'm told most of this record was tracked in a basement in Seattle on 1/2" 8 track by David Bazan, who wrote, sang, drummed and guitared all the songs. They are, for the most part, subdued melodic songs with sparse, simple arrangements. The recording is very impressive with great guitar tones and pure, natural drum sounds that work well for this candid approach. (Made in Mexico,1011 Boren Avenue, #906, Seattle, WA 98104)