Split 7''
Merge
2014
Rating: 7.5 bowls of beans out of 10
As far as I know, this is the first of the Merge subscription seven inches that feature music that was previously recorded and available elsewhere. The a-side is the Lambchop song "FA-Q" that first appeared on one of their very earliest releases, though this version appears to be a new (fancier) recording of the track. And it's a great song, but then again most Lambchop songs are. Also, bonus points that the song is a reference to "Dazed and Confused."
The b-side is "Inauguration (Super Timeline Version)" by Hospitality, one of the few Merge bands I've never paid much attention to. The track is also featured on their most recent record "Trouble," though presumably in non-"Super Timeline Version" whatever that means. Let's just assume it's code for "alternate take." Regardless, it's a very catchy song, sounding a little bit like a more upbeat, modern version of Camera Obscura. I've gotta check out that full-length by them now.
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