Andrew Bird’s Things Are Really Great Here, Sort Of… delivers a fresh and soulful take on the acclaimed songwriting of The Handsome Family. Known for his inventive blends of rock, folk, and country influences, Bird brings his signature violin work and resonant vocals to this 2014 release on Wegawam Music. The album captures a relaxed, intimate atmosphere, recorded with the Hands of Glory ensemble and showcasing Bird’s nuanced approach to interpretation.
What sets Things Are Really Great Here, Sort Of… apart is its singular focus on reimagining songs by The Handsome Family, highlighting both lyrical storytelling and lush acoustic arrangements. The project embodies Bird’s admiration for the material while offering a new lens through which listeners can experience these haunting melodies and evocative themes. For fans and newcomers alike, this album represents a uniquely collaborative moment in Andrew Bird’s celebrated catalog.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Wegawam Music
- Genre: Rock, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 09/16/2014
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TRACKS
A1. Cathedral In The Dell
A2. Tin Foiled
A3. Giant Of Illinois
A4. So Much Wine, Merry Christmas
A5. My Sister's Tiny Hands
B1. The Sad Milkman
B2. Don't Be Scared
B3. Frogs Singing
B4. Drunk By Noon
B5. Far From Any Road (Be My Hand)
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