Name: Zebra
Brand: Karl Blau

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

klp205lp

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Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2009-10-11

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Signed copies: No

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Standard:20

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Karl Blau

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Country / Americana

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Karl Blau is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Philadelphia, PA. He has an impressive repertoire of musical talents, playing guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, saxophone and more. With his solo releases and collaborations with renowned artists like Laura Veirs and Mount Eerie, Karl has established himself as a versatile musician.

Originally hailing from Anacortes, WA, Karl Blau's music transcends genres and captivates listeners with its unique blend of folk, indie rock, and Americana influences. His collaborations with artists such as The Microphones and LAKE have further showcased his talent for creating captivating melodies.

If you enjoy the sounds of Little Wings or Phosphorescent, you will find Karl Blau's music equally enthralling. His soulful lyrics combined with his mastery of various instruments make for an unforgettable listening experience. Discover the enchanting world of Karl Blau today!

listening to karl blau's albums and trying to describe what you hear is like walking through a local farmer's market and describing all the vegetables grown in that area. the common thread running through blau's records is a love felt for homegrown music. most anyone can sense the passion this cultivator has for his trade. in a world of instant access to musical cultures near and far, blau overtly mirrors african musical influences with hints of blues, soul and rock steeped in l'herbe de northwest and he calls it zebra [klp205]. this striped burro was birthed in the trusty analog setting of dub narcotic studios in olympia, washington. for zebra blau explored the frontiers of folklore, adding one instrument at a time (drum, guitar, bell, keys, saxophone, flute, piano) in an organic process of response to this confluence of sounds. a restless thinker, blau is adept at imaginative and sweet songs about education, work, love and society. blessed with an expressive and gentle baritone, blau asks the eternal question: "whats next?"

Zebra

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