Warren Zevon remains one of rock's most celebrated and distinctive songwriters, and Preludes: Rare And Unreleased Recordings offers an intimate look at the artist behind the iconic songs. Released by New West Records, this collection spans the rock, folk, and country influences that defined Zevon's singular style, drawing fans closer to the creative mind that crafted some of the most memorable music of his era.
What makes this collection particularly compelling is the opportunity to hear familiar songs in a new light — stripped-down acoustic renditions and alternate versions that reveal fresh depth and texture. Tracks like "Carmelita," "Werewolves of London," "Desperados Under the Eaves," and "Poor Poor Pitiful Me" take on sharper, more intimate qualities here, while six tracks appear for the first time anywhere. The release also comes housed in a slipcase and includes a booklet, making it a thoughtful package for devoted Zevon fans.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: New West Records
- Genre: Rock, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 06/24/2022
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TRACKS
A1. Empty Hearted Town
A2. Steady Rain
A3. Join Me In L.A.
A4. Hasten Down The Wind
A5. Werewolves Of London
A6. Tule's Blues
A7. The French Inhaler
B1. Going All The Way
B2. Poor Poor Pitiful Me
B3. Studebaker
B4. Accidentally Like A Martyr
B5. Carmelita
B6. I Used To Ride So High
B7. Stop Rainin' Lord
B8. Back In The Highlife
C1. The Rosarita Beach Café
C2. Desperados Under The Eaves
C3. Workin' Man's Pay
C4. Frozen Notes
C5. Some Kind Of Rider
C6. I Was In The House When The House Burned Down
C7. Don't Let Us Get Sick (Solo Acoustic)
D1. Warren Speaks On Songwriting And The Early Days Of His Career
D2. Musings On Mortality, Song Noir, Religion In His Music And The King Of Rock N'Roll.
D3. A Chat About The Producers Of "Life'll Kill Ya", The Album's Stark Sound And Other Singers Covering His Songs.
D4. His Take On Steve Winwood's Classic, The Split Personality, Images And Inspirations In His Compositions.
D5. His Feelings About The Rhino Records 2 CD Anthology Of His Work, The Size Of His Audience, Having His Music Used On TV Shows And Movies, Acting, Performing And The Response To "Don't Let Us Get Sick".
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