With Greetings From Michigan (The Great Lake State), Sufjan Stevens introduced the world to his ambitious storytelling and intricate arrangements, painting a sweeping portrait of his home state. Seamlessly blending indie rock, pop, and folk elements, Stevens crafts songs rich in emotion and detail, establishing himself as a visionary in early 2000s American music.
This release offers listeners an expedition through the landscapes and communities of Michigan, reflecting Stevens’ penchant for exploring personal and cultural identity. Revered for its lush instrumentation and evocative lyrics, Greetings From Michigan continues to captivate both new fans and longtime admirers alike.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Asthmatic Kitty Records
- Genre: Rock
- Release Date: 2023
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TRACKS
A1. Flint (For The Unemployed And Underpaid)
A2. All Good Naysayers, Speak Up! Or Forever Hold Your Peace!
A3. For The Widows Of Paradise, For The Fatherless In Ypsilanti
A4. Say Yes! To M!ch!gan!
A5. The Upper Peninsula
B1. Tahquamenon Falls
B2. Holland
B3. Detroit, Lift Up Your Weary Head! (Rebuild! Restore! Reconsider!)
B4. Romulus
B5. Alanson, Crooked River
C1. Sleeping Bear, Sault Saint Marie
C2. They Also Mourn Who Do Not Wear Black (For The Homeless In Muskegon)
C3. Oh God, Where Are You Now? (In Pickeral Lake? Pigeon? Marquette? Mackinaw?)
C4. Redford (For Yia-Yia & Pappou)
C5. Vito's Ordination Song
D1. Marching Band
D2. Pickerel Lake
D3. Niagara Falls
D4. Presidents & Magistrates
D5. Wolverine
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