1. WICKED GRAVITY 2. THREE SISTERS 3. DAY AND NIGHT 4. NOTHING IS TRUE 5. PEOPLE WHO DIED 6. CITY DROPS INTO THE NIGHT 7. CROW 8. IT'S TOO LATE 9. I WANT THE ANGEL 10. CATHOLIC BOY
Number of discs:
1
Description:
Das erste Album "Catholic Boy" der Jim Carroll Band! Catholic Boy (1980) ist das Debütalbum der Jim Carroll Band. Carroll ist vor allem für die
Veröffentlichung der Memoiren "The Basketball Diaries" von 1978 und Poesie-Kollektionen wie
"Living at the Movies" bekannt. Bisher brachte er zwei Radio-Hits heraus, "It's Too Late" und
"People Who Died" (über Freunde des Sängers, die vor ihrer Zeit gestorben sind). Das Foto auf
dem Titelbild wurde von Annie Leibovitz aufgenommen. -
"Catholic Boy" is the iconic debut album by Jim Carroll, released in LP format and reissued by Fat Possum. This record stands as a landmark of punk poetry, blending raw rock energy with Carroll's sharp lyrical insights into urban life and personal struggle. The album features the legendary track "People Who Died," which has become an anthem for generations seeking authenticity and emotional depth in music. Each song on "Catholic Boy" reflects Carroll?s unique perspective, shaped by his experiences as a poet, author, and musician navigating New York City?s vibrant underground scene.
Jim Carroll was not only a celebrated musician but also an acclaimed writer best known for his memoir "The Basketball Diaries." His transition from literary circles to punk stages brought him critical acclaim; he collaborated with artists like Patti Smith and Lou Reed. With "Catholic Boy," Carroll cemented his place among influential voices of late 20th-century American culture.
Fat Possum Records is renowned for its dedication to discovering groundbreaking talent across genres?from blues legends like R.L. Burnside to indie innovators such as The Black Keys. Their commitment to authentic artistry makes them the perfect home for this essential reissue of Jim Carroll's masterpiece.