Dogs (Vinyl LP, White)
Two early albums from critically beloved New York singer songwriter Nina Nastasia have just been announced for reissue, with Dogs and Run To Ruin showcasing her sonic symbiosis with producer Steve Albini. Known for being both poetic and direct, Nastasia writes lyrics that devastate and delight all at once, and these early offerings are no exception. Backed by tasteful strings, and The Dirty Three's Jim White's inimitable drumming on Run To Ruin, we recommended wrapping your ears around these rare gems wholeheartedly. - Flying Out
In October of 1999, Nina Nastasia recorded the album that would finally document her well-seeded career as a local singer-songwriter in New York City. It was exemplary of Nastasia's style, delicate string arrangements, the restrained beauty of her live band, the deceptive simplicity of her voice, and poignant, life-wise lyrics. The following year, "Dogs" was released on CD by micro-indie label Socialist Records. By the end of 2000, the "Dogs" CD was out of print. But "Dogs" had a special grassroots effect on Nina Nastasia's music career, as fans of the record would correspond across internet message boards and zines, discussing songs and soliciting copies of the rare edition. The album would also mark the beginning of a lasting peer relationship with noted recording engineer Steve Albini. In 2004, Touch and Go Records reissued "Dogs" on CD and, for the first time, on vinyl. The vinyl quickly sold out and remained out of print for nearly two decade... until now.
Tracklist
- Dear Rose
- Oblivion
- Judy's in the Sandbox
- Underground
- A Dog's Life
- A Love Song
- Stormy Weather
- Smiley
- Roadkill
- Nobody Knew Her
- Too Much in Between
- Jimmy's Rose Tattoo
- The Long Walk
- All Your Life
- 4 Yrs