Name: The Lillywhite Sessions
Brand: Ryley Walker

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DOC170LP

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-11-16

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PIAS

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Standard:20

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656605147017

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

DOC170CD

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

Artist

Ryley Walker

Genre GB

Singer Songwriter

Label GB

Dead Oceans

Dead Oceans is a US label based in Bloomington, Indiana. Established in 2007 by Ben Swanson, Chris Swanson, Darius Van Arman, and Phil Waldorf, it is closely affiliated with Secretly Canadian and Jagjaguwar. This label has become the home for renowned artists such as Mitski, Kevin Morby, Phoebe Bridgers, Khruangbin, and Slowdive.
With its roots deeply intertwined with other successful labels like Secretly Canadian and Jagjaguwar, Dead Oceans has established itself as a prominent force in the music industry since its inception in 2007. Founded by Ben Swanson, Chris Swanson, Darius Van Arman, and Phil Waldorf alongside Austin-based collaborator Phil Waldorf; this label continues to nurture exceptional talent.
The roster of Dead Oceans boasts an impressive lineup of diverse musicians who have gained recognition worldwide. Artists such as Mitski with her emotionally charged songs, Kevin Morby's introspective melodies, Phoebe Bridgers' hauntingly beautiful tunes, the mesmerizing sounds of Khruangbin and the ethereal shoegaze revivalists Slowdive all call Dead Oceans their current musical home.

Ryley Walker is an American singer and songwriter known for his unique blend of folk, rock, and jazz influences. With a distinctive voice and intricate guitar playing, he has captivated audiences around the world.
Inspired by artists such as *Anna St. Louis*, *Jake Xerxes Fussell*, and *Bill Callahan*, Ryley Walker's music takes listeners on a journey through introspective lyrics and soulful melodies. His songs are filled with emotion and storytelling, creating a deep connection with his audience.
With comparisons to talented musicians like *Steve Gunn* and *Nathan Salsburg*, Ryley Walker has established himself as a respected figure in the indie music scene. Collaborations with artists such as *William Tyler* and *James Elkington* have further showcased his versatility as both a performer and songwriter.

On The Lillywhite Sessions, Ryley Walker and the similarly indebted trio of drummer Ryan Jewell and bassist Andrew Scott Young cover Dave Matthews’ infamously abandoned 2001 art-rock masterpiece of the same name, a record where he and his band indulged a new adult pathos and a budding musical wanderlust. With a delicate rhythmic latticework and vocals that ask you to lean in, Busted Stuff recalls Jim O’ Rourke’s golden Drag City days. Emerging from a wall of distortion, Diggin’ a Ditch becomes a power trio wallop à la Dinosaur Jr, shaking off existential malaise like twenty- something pals writing rock songs in the garage. Walker’s Grace is Gone, the most faithful take here, is a testament to his unflagging love for the music that helped make him a musician. This end-to-end interpretation of youthful fascination is a collective reminder that we are all just kids from somewhere, reckoning with our upbringing the best we can. Walker has stepped through the door long ago opened by the Dave Matthews Band to find a world teeming with musical possibilities. On The Lillywhite Sessions, he has, in turn, created his own.

The Lillywhite Sessions

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