{"product_id":"2256090","title":"Vanderwolf - The Great Bewilderment [VINYL]","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe take every step to ensure your vinyl purchase is delivered to you in the same pristine condition as when it leaves our packing area. We have selected very robust 12 inch mailers in order to protect your valuable vinyl throughout its journey to your doorstep. Even when handled incorrectly, your item should still arrive in tip-top condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sophomore album from acclaimed US musician Vanderwolf and follow-up to 2022 debut '12 Little Killers' ('Soul, gospel, theatrical rock and more' **** Mojo), 'The Great Bewilderment' is a major rock record full of big emotions and adventurous songs. \\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eWhereas '12 Little Killers' was written and recorded during Vanderwolf's final years in London following the break-up of his semi-legendary band Last Man Standing, 'The Great Bewilderment' was mostly written during the pandemic, during which he relocated from New York to Los Angeles. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eFor the recording, Vanderwolf reached out to an old friend, drummer Angie Scarpa, while a recommendation from John Cale's guitarist, Dusty Meadows, led to bassist H Chris Roy joining the band. Tim Sonnefeld contributes a variety of guitars, including beautiful crying feedback throughout album centrepiece 'Gaza', which also features a guitar solo from Portishead's Adrian Utley. \u003cp\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eThe album title itself is drawn from the mood of writing music during the pandemic. 'I think we're still in that great bewilderment,' insists Vanderwolf. 'With threats to democracy, the division of opinion, plus this latest war on top of the war in Ukraine, and the climate crisis becoming acute, there's a looming sense that there's nothing we can do. 14 years of Tory corruption in an alleged democracy...that is bewildering. That a twice impeached President with 91 indictments against him can be the frontrunner in a presidential election...that is bewildering.' \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003eAs a music programmer and concert producer, Max Vanderwolf has worked for some of the worlds' most celebrated clubs and concert venues. These include New York's legendary Knitting Factory and London's internationally renowned Royal Festival Hall, where for 9 years he produced the Meltdown Festival working closely with artists including David Bowie, Patti Smith, Jarvis Cocker, Massive Attack and Ornette Coleman.\\r\u003cbr\u003e\\r\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The Great Bewilderment stands as a testament to Vanderwolf's artistic vision and musical prowess. With its captivating melodies, thought-provoking lyrics, and immersive sonic landscapes, the album invites listeners on a transformative journey through the depths of the human experience.' - \u003cb\u003eMusik E-pool\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54420738343297,"sku":"2256090","price":27.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/5052442025320.jpg?v=1750621183","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/2256090","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}