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with enemies like these, who needs friends? - fred frith

Fred Frith - With Enemies Like These, Who Needs Friends? (LP)

Fred Frith

1987
16 tracks
1 uur, 10 min
avant-garde

With Enemies Like These, Who Needs Friends?

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Product Description

Fred Frith's 1987 release, "With Enemies Like These, Who Needs Friends?", is a captivating journey through the avant-garde and experimental landscapes, blending free jazz and tango into a unique sonic tapestry. Released under SST Records, this album spans a diverse range of genres, showcasing Frith's innovative approach to music. With a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, the album features 15 tracks, each offering a distinct exploration of sound and rhythm.

From the intricate layers of "The Trace" to the haunting melodies of "Love in Hell," and the raw energy of "Hard Time Killin' Floor Blues," Frith's compositional prowess shines through. The album is a testament to his ability to merge disparate musical elements into a cohesive and compelling whole. Tracks like "Three Languages" and "The Kirghiz Light" highlight his experimental tendencies, while "Drowsy Maggie" and "It Sings" offer moments of lyrical beauty and introspection.

Frith's work on this album is not just a collection of songs but a testament to his artistic vision and technical skill. "With Enemies Like These, Who Needs Friends?" is a must-explore for those interested in the avant-garde and experimental genres, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience.

Tracks

The TraceFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
2:54
Three LanguagesFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
9:28
Love in HellFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
5:34
Twisted Memories Give Way to the Angry PheasantFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
3:46
One of Nature's MistakesFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
2:08
Roy RogersFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
5:04
It SingsFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
5:39
Drowsy MaggieFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
4:33
The Kirghiz LightFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
4:56
The Golden EightiesFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
5:46
Objects EverydayFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
3:06
The Changing of NamesFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
5:44
It Moves...Fred Frith, Henry Kaiser
2:01
One-Eyed TheaterFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
4:35
Dog Puppet Born out of a SockFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
2:07
Hard Time Killin' Floor BluesFred Frith, Henry Kaiser
3:32

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Product specifications

Details

Album: With Enemies Like These, Who Needs Friends?
Artist: Fred Frith
Album release date: 1 jan 1987
Label: SST Records
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 10 min
Tracks: 16 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Avant-garde
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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