"Rain Dogs" is the 9th album by American singer-songwriter Tom Waits, released in August 1985 on Island Records. A loose concept album about "the urban dispossessed" of New York City, Rain Dogs is generally considered the middle album of a trilogy that includes Swordfishtrombones and Franks Wild Years. The album, which includes appearances by guitarists Keith Richards and Marc Ribot, is noted for its broad spectrum of musical styles and genres, described by Rolling Stone as merging "Kurt Weill, pre-rock integrity from old dirty blues, [and] the elegiac melancholy of New Orleans funeral brass, into a singularly idiosyncratic American style."
Album Description & Collectors information: Tom Waits is a legendary American singer-songwriter, musician, and actor known for his distinctive voice and unique style. His 1985 album "Rain Dogs" is considered one of his best works and a masterpiece of experimental music. This 12" LP vinyl album is a collection of songs that blend various genres, including jazz, blues, rock, and folk, and features Waits' signature dark and poetic lyrics. "Rain Dogs" was released on 30 September 1985, by Island Records, and was Waits' ninth studio album. It was recorded at various studios in New York City and produced by Waits himself, along with engineer Robert Musso. The album features a diverse range of instruments, including brass, strings, percussion, and synthesizers, and includes guest appearances by musicians such as Marc Ribot, Keith Richards, and John Lurie. "Rain Dogs" is known for its eclectic musical style, which blends elements of various genres, including jazz, blues, rock, and folk. The album's sound is characterized by its use of unconventional instruments and Waits' gravelly voice, which has been compared to that of Louis Armstrong and Howlin' Wolf. The songs on "Rain Dogs" are also notable for their dark and poetic lyrics, which explore themes of urban decay, love, loss, and desperation. "Rain Dogs" received critical acclaim upon its release and is now considered one of Waits' most influential works. The album was praised for its innovative sound, poetic lyrics, and Waits' unique vocal style. It also performed well commercially, reaching number 29 on the Billboard 200 chart and achieving gold certification in the United States. "Rain Dogs" has had a significant impact on the music world and has influenced numerous musicians in various genres. The album's innovative sound and poetic lyrics have inspired artists such as Nick Cave, Elvis Costello, and PJ Harvey. "Rain Dogs" has also been recognized as a landmark album in the experimental music movement and is considered a classic of its genre.
This album "TOM WAITS - Rain Dogs" includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and artwork/photos
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Music Genre: Jazz |
Album Production Information: The album: "TOM WAITS - Rain Dogs" was produced by: Tom Waits This album was recorded : September 1985, RCA Studios Album cover photography: Robert Frank |
Record Label Information: Island 207 085 |
Media Format: 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone RecordTotal Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
Year & Country: 1985 Made in Germany |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: TOM WAITS - Rain Dogs |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "TOM WAITS - Rain Dogs" |
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