Name: West
Brand: Lucinda Williams

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

lost693801

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Limited edition

Release date

2007-03-05

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F Minor

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Lucinda Williams

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though the arrangements stray from lucinda williams's motherlode blend of blues, country, and folk, 'west' may well be her best album. it is easily her most musically adventurous, and often her most lyrically inspired. new york producer hal willner, who has worked with artists such as marianne faithful and lou reed, enlists the support of eclectic progressives like guitarist bill frisell, keyboardist bob burger, and violinist jenny scheinman, along with harmonies from the jayhawks' gary louris, to weave a subtly rich sonic tapestry. much of the material was inspired by the death of williams's beloved mother ('mama you sweet,' 'fancy funeral') and the bitter breakup of a relationship (the jagged-edged emasculation of 'come on,' the repetitive incantation of 'wrap my head around that'), though 'are you alright?,' 'learning how to live,' and 'everything has changed' could reflect the aftermath of both. other highlights include 'rescue,' with a languid subtlety and ambient pulse reminiscent of beth orton, and the dreamy, wistful title track. where williams's music has long cut close to the bone, the best of 'west' slices right through it.

West

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