The Springfields - Singles 1986-1991When it comes to indiepop, few names are as respected as Ric Menck and Paul Chastain. Through years of collaboration in groups such as Velvet Crush, Bag O' Shells, Choo Choo Train and The Big Maybe they just about *were* the entire US indiepop scene, but it's as The Springfields that they made perhaps their best, most beloved records. Taking their cues from influences like The Byrds and The Hollies they created a sound that was as jangly and melodic

"Poison Gas Tsunami"

Dirt and Grime as sampled by Kanye West

Howlin Wolf

out was in and the only direction was UP

drenched in layers of warmth and fuzz

Many people get

Only an awareness that the present had come calling with a gift to assist the future future of Royal Trux

fragmented neo-classical elements dance with punchy drum machines (Cara En La Foto Pt II) and things draw to a close with the end credit worthy swansong of the album's title track

Bryant co-wrote a number of Ann Peebles‰۪ signature songs

The violinist in Nick Cave’s band is one of several western guests on the album

” was released in May 2019 & appeared in many “Top 10 Tracks of the Year” lists

"QuimbombÌ_" from F̩lix ChappotÌ_n Orchestra with the legendary Miguelito CunÌ_ and "Bolita" with a double entendre of Bimbi and his TrÌ_o Oriental