The Thing - Shinjuku Growl (LP)

The Thing's 2011 release, Shinjuku Growl, is a captivating exploration of free jazz and avant-garde sounds that promises to intrigue and challenge listeners. Released on 16 October 2011 via Smalltown Supersound, this 56-minute album is a testament to the band's innovative approach to music.

With a tracklist that includes the thought-provoking 'If Not Ecstatic, We Replay', the unapologetically titled 'Half a Dog Can't Even Take a Shit', and the introspectively named 'I Can't, My Mouth Is Already Full', The Thing pushes the boundaries of conventional jazz, embracing experimentation and creative freedom. The album's title track, 'Shinjuku Growl', rounds out the collection, solidifying The Thing's reputation as a bold and fearless force in the world of free jazz and avant-garde music.

Through Shinjuku Growl, The Thing delivers a complex, immersive experience that showcases their unique blend of improvisational skill and sonic innovation, making for a compelling listen that will appeal to fans of adventurous and forward-thinking music.