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Transnormal Skiperoo

Jim White · 2007

55 min · 12 tracks · country music

A blend of rootsy Americana and introspective storytelling woven through Jim White's distinctive, gravelly vocals.

Top tracks — play these first

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    A Town Called Amen — This opening track sets the tone with its haunting melodies and vivid imagery, inviting listeners into White's contemplative world. The juxtaposition of upbeat rhythms with somber lyrics encapsulates the album's overarching theme of searching for meaning.
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    Crash Into the Sun — The track features an expansive arrangement that showcases White's skillful guitar work alongside evocative lyrics about yearning and existential reflection, serving as a highlight of emotional depth.
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    Diamonds to Coal — This song exemplifies White's ability to blend personal narratives with broader social commentary, using metaphorical language to explore themes of transformation and loss, making it a standout moment on the album.
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    Plywood Superman — In this track, the lyrical playfulness contrasts with a more serious undertone, illustrating White's knack for balancing humor and melancholy within his songwriting, essential to understanding his artistic voice.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 A Town Called Amen 3:42
  • 2 Blindly We Go 3:09
  • 3 Jailbird 5:44
  • 4 Crash Into the Sun 4:30
  • 5 Fruit of the Vine 7:43
  • 6 Take Me Away 4:26
  • 7 Turquoise House 3:20
  • 8 Diamonds to Coal 4:36
  • 9 Counting Numbers in the Air 5:19
  • 10 Plywood Superman 5:39
  • 11 Pieces of Heaven 3:27
  • 12 It's Been a Long Long Day 3:51

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