Tom Waits – Swordfishtrombones 40th Anniversary LP Vinyl Record

Tom Waits – Swordfishtrombones 40th Anniversary LP Vinyl Record

“Swordfishtrombones” is Tom Waits’ seventh studio album, released in 1983. It marks a significant departure from his earlier work, showcasing Waits’ move towards a more experimental and eclectic sound. With tracks like “16 Shells from a Thirty-Ought Six” and “In the Neighborhood,” the album features a blend of blues, jazz, and avant-garde influences. 

Waits’ gravelly voice is accompanied by unconventional instruments like marimbas and banjos, creating a dark, atmospheric, and sometimes surreal musical landscape. “Swordfishtrombones” is a pivotal album in Waits’ career, setting the stage for his later experimental and genre-defying works.

TRACKLIST

SIDE A

1. Underground
2. Shore Leave
3. Dave The Butcher (Instrumental)
4. Johnsburg, Illinois
5. 16 Shells From A Thirty-Ought Six
6. Town With No Cheer
7. In The Neighborhood

SIDE B

1. Just Another Sucker On The Vine (Instrumental)
2. Frank’s Wild Years
3. Swordfishtrombone
4. Down, Down, Down
5. Soldier’s Things
6. Gin Soaked Boy
7. Trouble’s Braids
8. Rainbirds (Instrumental)

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Manufacturer Island City Records Brand Tom Waits Pennies 160 Music Genre Country, Americana & Folk Dimensions 12″ Preorder No