Lulu is a Rock album by Trip Shakespeare, originally released in 1991. On Gatefold: 6 pressings tracked.
About
With 1991’s <i>Lulu</i>, Trip Shakespeare achieved the most complete realization of its peculiar pop/rock vision filled with exquisite vocal harmonies, intricate arrangements, and lyrics alternately weird, sly, and heart-tugging. Romance in the drab modern world is <i>Lulu</i>’s most frequent topic, seen from the angle of bar-hopping singles (“Bachelorette”), pining lovers (“If You Miss Me”), and goofy make-out artists (“Your Mouth”). Co-lead singer Matt Wilson’s lyrics show a unique touch, embellishing tunes like “Jill Can Drive” and “Today You Move” with odd details and twists of phrase. The music is rooted in classic ‘60s vocal pop (“Down My Block,” “Look At the Moon”), with detours into jam band improvisations (“Patricia”) and Off-Broadway arias (“Will You Be Found”). Matt and Dan Wilson (along with bassist John Munson) trade off singing lead, frequently merging voices to stunning effect. Munson’s flowing fretless bass and Elaine Harris’ curious percussion approach add further distinctive touches. Sadly, <i>Lulu</i> proved to be Trip Shakespeare’s final album of original material. Its quirky excellence is well worth discovering.
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Tracklist
- 1None of the Regular Rules Were True0:17
- 2Lulu4:46
- 3Bachelorette4:04
- 4Your Mouth4:40
- 5Will You Be Found3:42
- 6Down My Block3:18
- 7Jill Can Drive5:22
- 8Look At the Moon3:29
- 9Graveyard3:37
- 10Bonneville3:46
- 11Today You Move4:57
- 12Patricia6:35
- 13Down the Dusty Road0:48
- 14If You Miss Me5:27
- 15Crickets Chirping2:47
Sound DNA
- Rock
Notes from the original pressing. Later editions may differ.
Track 15 is not listed on the artwork but is listed as "Crickets Chirping" on digital displays. It contains the sound of chirping crickets.
Issued in a standard jewel case and disc tray, with 6-panel fold-out insert.
Likely issued in a long box.
Credits
The people behind it.
Performers
- Dan WilsonGUITAR GUITAR, PIANO GUITAR, PIANO, ART DIRECTION
- Elaine HarrisDRUMS DRUMS, PERCUSSION
- John MunsonBASS
- Matt WilsonGUITAR GUITAR, PIANO PIANO
6 pressings tracked on Gatefold
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