Description
This is a triple vinyl LP pressing. To mark the ten - year anniversary of this iconic album, Jagjaguwar is thrilled to present the Black Sheep Boy 10th Anniversary Edition. It combines the classic Black Sheep Boy album with its counterpart, the Black Sheep Boy Appendix, and an all - new unreleased album, There Swims a Swan. Recorded six months before the release of Black Sheep Boy, There Swims a Swan features full - band recordings that trace the album's roots in the traditional American songbook. With beautiful, emotional renditions of songs made famous by artists like Washington Phillips, Lead Belly, the Louvin Brothers, and Roscoe Holcomb, it takes you on a journey through the songs that inspired Sheff when creating Black Sheep Boy. The album is not only known for its music but also its amazing artwork. The Anniversary Edition has a meticulously reworked package that combines all previous elements of William Schaff's imagery with a large new piece depicting an updated Black Sheep Boy. It also comes with lengthy liner notes by Will Sheff, guiding you through the album's background. For Okkervil River fans (including President Barack Obama, who added 'Down Down the Deep River' to his 2015 summer playlist), this is a loving, comprehensive, and richly expanded version of a record many consider the band's best. For new fans, it's a great starting point to explore the band's music.
To use this vinyl album, first, make sure your turntable is clean and in good working condition. Gently place the vinyl on the turntable, center it, and then lower the needle carefully onto the record. Enjoy the music at a suitable volume. When handling the vinyl, always hold it by the edges to avoid getting fingerprints on the playing surface. Store the album in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep it in its protective sleeve when not in use to prevent scratches. If the vinyl gets dirty, you can use a soft, anti - static brush to gently clean the surface. And when you're done listening, carefully lift the needle and remove the vinyl from the turntable.
