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01. "Concerning the UFO sighting near Highland, Illinois"
02. "The Black Hawk War, Or, How To Demolish An Entire Civizilation (...)"
03. "Come On! Feel The Illinoise!"
04. "John Wayne Gacy, Jr."
05. "Jacksonville"
06. "A Short Reprise For Mary Todd, Who Went Insane, But For Very Good Reasons"
07. "Decatur, Or, Round Of Applause For Your Stepmother!"
08. "One Last 'Whoo-Hoo!' For The Pullman"
09. "Chicago"
10. "Casimir Pulaski Day"
11. "To The Workers Of The Rock River Valley Region (...)"
12. "The man of Metropolis steals our hearts"
13. "Prairie fire that wanders about"
14. "A Conjunction Of Drones Simulating The Way (...)"
15. "The predatory wasp of the palisades is out to get us!"
16. "They Are Night Zombies!! They Are Neighbors!! They Have Come Back (...)"
17. "Let's Hear That String Part Again, Because I Don't Think They (...)"
18. "In This Temple As In The Hearts Of Man For Whom He Saved The Earth"
19. "The seer's tower"
20. "The Tallest Man, The Broadest Shoulders"
21. "Riffs And Variations On A Single Note For Jelly Roll, Earl Hines (...)"
22. "Out Of Egypt, Into The Great Laugh Of Mankind, And I Shake The Dirt (...)"
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| | Description: | Illinois by Sufjan Stevens, released 30 June 2005, includes the following tracks: "Come On! Feel The Illinoise! Part I: The World's Columbian Exposition Part II: Carl Sandburg Visits Me In A Dream", "Jacksonville", "Decatur, Or, Round Of Applause For Your Stepmother!", "Chicago" and more.
This version of Illinois comes as a 2xLP in a(n) Gatefold Sleeve packaging.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - Tracks are numbered consecutively regardless of sides (as they appear on the release)
Full-length titles from back cover are used
Abbreviated titles are given on the vinyl labels and the insert
D23 is a vinyl bonus track
©? 2005 Asthmatic Kitty Records
© 2005 New Jerusalem Music / ASCAP
Asthmatic Kitty is distributed by arrangement with Sounds Familyre
All songs recorded/engineered/produced by Sufjan Stevens (Fall 2004 - Winter 2005)
James McAlister had a lot to do with the way the drums sound because he set up the microphones
All arrangements (painstakingly composed) by Sufjan Stevens
Mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side Music, Tenafly, NJ
AcousTech Mastering and Record Technology Incorporated credits taken from runouts
? Most of the songs were recorded at The Buddy Project (Astoria, Queens) with gratefulness to Kieran Kelly
? Many of the quiet parts were recorded at Sufjan's apartment in Brooklyn
? The piano was recorded in the dead of night at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn
? The string quartet was recorded at Marla's apartment in Washington Heights
? Matt Morgan's vocals were recorded in Red Hook, Brooklyn
? The electric organ was recorded at the New Jerusalem Recreational Room in Clarksboro, NJ
? The vibraphone was recorded at Carroll Music Studios, New York City
Double gatefold cover (i.e. triple panel)
Includes photo insert with lyrics and credits
? This is the 2nd pressing, reissued with balloon artwork on the front cover (a homage to the balloon sticker used to hide the Superman artwork of the 1st pressing)
? Also, on the back cover, the police cars now have Illinois license plates "AKR014" and "A NO NO"
? Although the official album title is "Illinois", the cover art reads "Sufjan Stevens invites you to: Come on feel the ILLINOISE""Illinois" is the critically acclaimed LP by Sufjan Stevens, released through Asthmatic Kitty / Cargo. This ambitious concept album explores the history, legends, and landscapes of the state of Illinois with lush orchestration and poetic lyricism. Featuring standout tracks like "Chicago," "John Wayne Gacy, Jr.," and "Casimir Pulaski Day," Stevens blends folk, pop, classical elements, and storytelling into a unique sonic tapestry that has captivated listeners worldwide. The album received widespread praise for its intricate arrangements and emotional depth.
Sufjan Stevens is an American singer-songwriter renowned for his eclectic musical style and deeply personal songwriting. Over his career, he has garnered critical acclaim with albums such as "Michigan," "Carrie & Lowell," and especially "Illinois." His work often features elaborate instrumentation and conceptual themes that set him apart in contemporary music.
Asthmatic Kitty Records was founded by Sufjan Stevens himself alongside his stepfather Lowell Brams in 1999. The label is known for supporting innovative artists across genres while maintaining a strong independent ethos. Distributed by Cargo Records in Europe, Asthmatic Kitty continues to be recognized for its commitment to artistic integrity. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
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