Self Medication

Slackers
Self Medication

34,19 EUR
LP
Pirates Press
Release date: 20/Oct/2023
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Sales Rank: #450 in Mainstream Rock
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Style: Mainstream Rock
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Details / Tracklist: A1: Every Day Is Sunday ()
A2: Don't You Want A Man ()
A3: Don't Forget The Streets ()
A4: Estranged ()
A5: Stars ()
A6: Leave Me ()
B1: Eviction ()
B2: Happy Song ()
B3: Self Medication ()
B4: Don't Have To ()
B5: Walkin With Myself ()
B6: Sing Your Song ()
: Bonus Tracks ()
A1: See You In My Dreams ()
A2: Lonely Nights ()
B1: You Gotta Move ()
B2: Rant ()
Number of discs: 1
Description:Self Medication (+7") by The Slackers, released 20 October 2023. This version of Self Medication (+7") comes as a 1x7"+1xLP. The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. -
Vinyl LP pressing + bonus 7" single. Over 30+ years, The Slackers have remained one of the most prolific musical combos in the game. In the course of drawing from a seemingly endless well of songwriting creativity, the band has released music on some of the biggest labels in independent music, as well as on much smaller boutique ska & reggae labels across the entire world. 2008's Self Medication LP was one of the latter releases, initially released on CD through Indication Records, and a single pressing on black vinyl from Special Potato/Indication. The record has been out of print for the ensuing 15 years and a tragically overlooked chapter in the band's history. In the spirit of the title, Self Medication, this record reflects the band's DIY roots. Recorded by a longtime friend of the band, King Django (Skinnerbox, Stubborn All-Stars), at New Brunswick, NJ's Version City Studio, with overdubs overseen by singer/multi-instrumentalist Vic Ruggiero & guitarist Agent Jay Nugent at their own Studio Slack & Crazy Baldhead Studios, respectively. The sound of this record, then, is that of a band who have the talent and the confidence to chart their course, experimenting with a diverse sonic palette including elements of ska, reggae, swing, rock, and a lot of psychedelia, that nevertheless feels distinctly and unmistakably like them. And, of course, the band's combination of earnest humanity and wry humor shines through in the lyrics, right from the opening line, Every day is Sunday when you're unemployed... Indeed, this is the sound of The Slackers as dictated by The Slackers. Pirates Press Records is thrilled to put Self Medication back in print - with worldwide distribution on colored vinyl for the first time - to be discovered or re-discovered by their countless fans worldwide. This definitive remastered version of the LP also features a bonus 7 with four additional songs from these productive and experimental sessions, which have only seen previous releases as digital rarities.
A total of 1,000 copies were pressed. Features an additional 7" with four additional songs that have only been released digitally. Housed in a gatefold sleeve with black inner sleeves.
"Self Medication" is a standout LP from The Slackers, released by Pirates Press. This album showcases the band's signature blend of ska, reggae, rocksteady, and soul influences. With tracks that are both introspective and socially conscious, "Self Medication" delivers infectious rhythms and thoughtful lyrics that have become hallmarks of The Slackers' sound. Since their formation in New York City in 1991, The Slackers have built an international reputation for energetic live shows and genre-defying albums like "Redlight," "Wasted Days," and "Peculiar." Their ability to seamlessly fuse different musical styles has earned them critical acclaim and a devoted global fanbase. Pirates Press is renowned for its commitment to high-quality vinyl releases across punk, ska, hardcore, and alternative genres. Known for innovative packaging and attention to detail, Pirates Press supports independent artists with passion while delivering collectible records cherished by music lovers worldwide.
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