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Manhattan Tuesday

Jandek · 2007

93 min · 7 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music

A sprawling, abstract exploration of sound that blurs the lines between improvisation and structured composition.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • extended thematic explorations
  • wave-like pacing for patience
  • immersive headphone listening experience
  • abstract soundscapes for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • prefer concise track lengths

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2007, Jandek was already established as a cult figure in outsider music, having released over 40 albums since his debut in 1978. 'Manhattan Tuesday' is notable as it showcases his evolving approach to long-form improvisation, marking a departure from more traditional song structures present in earlier works.
Stylistic neighbors
The Residents· Daniel Johnston· Scott Walker

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Afternoon of Insensitivity, Part One 13:04
  • 2 Afternoon of Insensitivity, Part Two 20:44
  • 3 Afternoon of Insensitivity, Part Three 9:56

Disc 2

  • 1 Afternoon of Insensitivity, Part Four 11:24
  • 2 Afternoon of Insensitivity, Part Five 12:39
  • 3 Afternoon of Insensitivity, Part Six 7:06
  • 4 Afternoon of Insensitivity, Part Seven 18:25

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