BONNIE PRINCE BILLY | WILFROY GOES TO TOWN
Prolific singer/songwriter Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy (Will Oldham) recently released the sparse and lovely studio album Wolfroy Goes to Town. The album’s title is named after a Lori Damiano painting depicting a bundled-up outdoorsman leading a pack of wolves into a distant town, and it is at that intersection where isolation, struggle, wilderness, community and spirituality meet, that inspires Oldham’s ten tracks. Wandering but not rambling, the spare acoustic guitar backed tracks are rooted in Oldham’s exquisitely insightful and intensely intimate lyrics and delivery. Supporting Oldham’s quietly commanding lead is Cairo Gang regular Emmett Kelly (guitar, vocals) and Angel Olsen (backing vocals and harmonies). Fans of Oldham’s early folk will readily embrace this latest addition to his lush and diverse discography. – Written by JFelton
posted by JFelton, October 17, 2011
BONNIE “PRINCE” BILLY | BEWARE
Bonnie “Prince” Billy’s (a.k.a Will Oldham) strengths as a songwriter and bandleader shape his latest album Beware into something dark and beautiful. Oldham’s rickety vocals and hill-country lilt give his albums a distinct sound, but the impulsive compositions, abrupt horns, emotive fiddles and heavy reverb give this record a unique quality. The songs come together to form a richly organic and textured album conveying fervent emotions and a slowly burning intimacy that smolders throughout the album’s overall darkness. Special guests include ex-Mekon Jon Langford and former Wilco multi-instrumentalist Leroy Bach.
posted by JFelton, March 23, 2009
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