Name: But This Chicken Proved Falsehearted
Brand: Sam Amidon

Tax rate EU

Default:19

Supplier EU

Total Cap

Format detail

Colour details

Discogs ID

Limited edition

Colour

Format Music EU

Extended format

Extended format: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Download code

Download code: No

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Release date

2015-12-04

Format multiplier

Catalogue number

OVCD156

UPC / Barcode

816651015030

OVLP156

816651015047

Artist

Sam Amidon

Label EU

Omnivore Recordings

Genre EU

Sam Amidon is an American independent folk artist, born on June 3, 1981. With a unique blend of traditional folk and contemporary influences, Amidon's music captivates audiences around the world. His heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies resonate with listeners, drawing them into his introspective world.
Influenced by artists such as *Mark Kozelek*, *Bonnie Prince Billy*, and *Damien Jurado*, Amidon's music explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. His songs are characterized by intricate acoustic guitar arrangements and haunting vocals that evoke a sense of raw emotion.
Amidon's talent has earned him recognition within the indie folk scene. He has collaborated with renowned artists like *Beth Orton* and has shared the stage with performers such as *Horse Feathers* and *Sun Kil Moon*. His captivating live performances leave audiences in awe, showcasing his skill as both a singer-songwriter and musician.

Newest Listed Items

Expanded reissue of hard-to-find 2007 classic. Before Sam Amidon's acclaimed albums for Nonesuch Records and Bedroom Community, he'd released a few on his own. After a collection of traditional Irish instrumentals, Amidon (as samamidon) delivered his true "debut" 'But This Chicken Proved Falsehearted'. Recorded in 2005 with longtime collaborator Thomas Bartlett (Mumford and Sons, Sufjan Stevens, The National, David Byrne), Vermont-born Amidon re-imagines traditional songs alongside covers as diverse as Mississippi John Hurt to Tears For Fears, and rearranges them into his own unique and mesmerizing compositions. Unavailable for years, original copies now sell for top dollar on the collectors market. Nearly a decade later, 'But This Chicken Proved Falsehearted' finally receives the reissue it deserves. For those who may have only heard about it, to those who have heard it and want to share or re-experience it again, 'But This Chicken Proved Falsehearted' returns. Don't make the mistake of missing it again. CD - With 10 bonus tracks.LP - First appearance on LP. LP pressed on translucent blue colored vinyl with download card featuring bonus tracks.

But This Chicken Proved Falsehearted

Music EU