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 01. "Ambient Guitar & Dreamy Theme" 02. "Theme With Noise" 03. "High Mesa" 04. "Unknown Theme" 05. "Wolf" 06. "Scalping" 07. "Theme 1 Take 4"
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=recorded At Spinhead Between 'evol' & 'made In U.s.a'= |
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| Description: | Spinhead Sessions by Sonic Youth, released 16 June 2016, includes the following tracks: "High Mesa", "Wolf", "Theme 1 Take 4" and more.
This version of Spinhead Sessions comes as a 1xCD. - =RECORDED AT SPINHEAD BETWEEN 'EVOL' & 'MADE IN U.S.A'=CD reissue. The slow-burn sounds of Sonic Youth's 1986 rehearsals to score Ken Friedman's spooky highway film Made In USA are yet another mile marker in the band's long and varied existence, now being issued as Spinhead Sessions. These jams were later built upon for a full-on (and quite different) soundtrack production, but the rough sketches here find the band taking time with truly new and introspective sound worlds. It was basically a brand new way of working for Sonic Youth, albeit a challenging one, under the auspices of major Hollywood film production overlords, routing their way into the world of soundtrack scoring. And it all comes at a key time and place. It's no secret that 1986 was a transformative year for the band in many ways. The gravitation to the beloved SST stable, in addition to Steve Shelley, now drumming, certainly gave Sonic Youth a renewed vigor and vocabulary. They were already an international touring machine, and gaining considerable steam with critics (even spinning the heads of detractors who had dismissed their arty downtown boho sensibilities prior to '86's Evol). Their cultdom with fans had concrete roots by this point, and the influences that were swarming in the band's orbit marked an exciting time, where almost any trajectory seemed possible, and they were going for it.Recorded at Spinhead Studios, North Hollywood, CA 1986 during soundtrack rehearsals for the film "Made In USA"
Mixed Echo Cañon West, NJ 2015
In Memoriam: Phil Newman
Comes in digipak.
©1986 Sonik Tooth, administered by Kobalt Music Publishing (BMI)
?2016"Spinhead Sessions" is a CD release by the influential New York band Sonic Youth, issued by the independent label Goofin'. This collection presents instrumental rehearsal and session recordings from the mid-1980s, capturing the band in a raw, exploratory state as they refined the guitar textures and atmospheric soundscapes that would become a signature of their later work. The tracks move between droning, slowly evolving pieces and more tension-filled, noise-driven passages, making this disc particularly appealing to listeners interested in Sonic Youth's creative process and the roots of their experimental rock sound. Rather than a conventional studio album with vocal songs, "Spinhead Sessions" plays like a sonic notebook: spacious, hypnotic and immersive, ideal for deep listening or as an ambient, avant-garde backdrop.
Sonic Youth are regarded as pioneers of alternative and noise rock, formed in New York City at the beginning of the 1980s. Known for their use of alternate guitar tunings, prepared instruments and feedback, they helped shape the sound of the American underground and paved the way for the grunge and indie movements of the 1990s. Over the years they released a series of highly influential albums and earned critical acclaim for their boundary-pushing approach to songwriting and sound. Their work has inspired countless bands across genres, from post-punk and shoegaze to experimental and contemporary indie rock.
The CD format of "Spinhead Sessions" emphasizes the warmth and dynamic range of these archival recordings, allowing the subtle interplay of guitars, bass and drums to come through in detail. The running order is carefully curated to highlight both the meditative and the more turbulent facets of these sessions, offering a coherent listening experience despite the material's origin in rehearsal and experiment. For collectors and long-time fans, this disc offers a rare, behind-the-scenes glimpse into a fertile creative period; for newcomers, it serves as an atmospheric entry point into Sonic Youth's more exploratory side.
Goofin' is a label closely associated with Sonic Youth, focusing on archival releases, rare sessions and special projects tied to the band's history and broader artistic circle. With an emphasis on quality presentation and historically relevant material, Goofin' has become a trusted name for fans seeking carefully curated editions and deep cuts that illuminate the evolution of one of alternative music's most important groups. The label's catalog reflects a commitment to preserving and presenting influential recordings with respect for both sound quality and contextual significance. |
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7 |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
00097735 |
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