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Presents Guitar Duets

Joan of Arc · 2005

50 min · 10 tracks · indie rock

A tapestry of intertwining guitar melodies, where distinct voices blend to create a conversational yet abstract soundscape.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Bobby Burg / Nate Kinsella — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its intricate interplay between the two guitarists, showcasing the potential of collaborative improvisation.
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    Jeremy Boyle / Tim Rutili — Spanning over ten minutes, this piece exemplifies the meditative quality of the album, allowing listeners to immerse themselves in evolving textures and sonic dialogue.
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    Matt Clark / Bobby Burg — With its dynamic shifts and contrasting motifs, this track highlights the conversational nature of guitar duets while maintaining a cohesive narrative throughout.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • conversational interplay of melodies
  • patient exploration of guitar textures
  • late-night introspection with friends
  • subtle shifts in dynamic tension
  • abstract soundscapes for deep focus

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking immediate musical gratification
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, Presents Guitar Duets represents a significant pivot in Joan of Arc's career, showcasing their growing experimentation with collaborative formats. This album follows their 2002 release, So Much Staying Alive and Lovelessness, marking a shift toward more improvisational and free-form compositions that reflect the band's evolving artistic identity.
Stylistic neighbors
The Sea and Cake· Tortoise· Battles

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Bobby Burg / Nate Kinsella 2:22
  • 2 Matt Clark / Bobby Burg 4:53
  • 3 Todd Mattei / Matt Clark 4:02
  • 4 Sam Zurick / Jeremy Boyle 7:08
  • 5 Nate Kinsella / Ben Vida 3:26
  • 6 Tim Kinsella / Mike Kinsella 2:53
  • 7 Jeremy Boyle / Tim Rutili 10:32
  • 8 Todd Mattei / Tim Kinsella 4:24
  • 9 Tim Rutili / Sam Zurick 7:54
  • 10 Mike Kinsella / Ben Vida 2:52

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