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Brooklyn Wednesday

Jandek · 2007

162 min · 17 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music

A haunting exploration of isolation and introspection woven through unconventional melodies and raw, spoken vocals.

Brooklyn Wednesday is an album by Jandek, released in 2007. A haunting exploration of isolation and introspection woven through unconventional melodies and raw, spoken vocals. 'Brooklyn Wednesday' is noteworthy for its unabashed authenticity and has been recognized for its impact on the outsider music scene, contributing to Jandek's cult status. Critics have noted the album’s innovative approach to songwriting, cementing it as a pivotal work that challenges conventional music structures. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Brooklyn Wednesday sound like?

A haunting exploration of isolation and introspection woven through unconventional melodies and raw, spoken vocals. Rooted in blues and folk.

What makes Brooklyn Wednesday by Jandek notable?

'Brooklyn Wednesday' is noteworthy for its unabashed authenticity and has been recognized for its impact on the outsider music scene, contributing to Jandek's cult status. Critics have noted the album’s innovative approach to songwriting, cementing it as a pivotal work that challenges conventional music structures. By 2007, Jandek had established himself as a significant figure in outsider music, with 'Brooklyn Wednesday' being his 46th release. This album continued his prolific output following the acclaimed live performances that began to reshape his image as an artist willing to embrace public vulnerability.

How many songs are on Brooklyn Wednesday?

Brooklyn Wednesday has 17 tracks, running approximately 162 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·162:03

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Put Me There Standout 11:26
  • 2 Destroy the Day Standout 10:48
  • 3 Obscure Physics 8:31
  • 4 Structure of Words 9:02

Disc 2

  • 1 All I Want 5:16
  • 2 Lonely World 8:38
  • 3 Change My Brain 9:56
  • 4 I’ll Send a Thought Out Floating 5:14
  • 5 I Love You Standout 10:51

Disc 3

  • 1 How ’r You 13:37
  • 2 City Pounding Down 12:19
  • 3 Different Blues 9:26
  • 4 My Necessity 8:22

Disc 4

  • 1 Sea of People 8:04
  • 2 Sorry Sorry 9:18
  • 3 Tequila Girl 10:59
  • 4 Just Enough 10:15

Release Date

January 1, 2007

Genre

blues, traditional folk music

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

162 min 3 sec