Name: Hairy Jazz
Brand: Shel Silverstein

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

WATER 214CD

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2011-12-13

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Forced Exposure

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

646315721423

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

Artist

Shel Silverstein

Genre US

Jazz

Label US

Water

Shel Silverstein was a multi-talented American artist, known for his contributions as a poet, singer-songwriter, musician, composer, cartoonist, screenwriter, and author of children's books. Born on September 25th, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois, USA and passing away on May 10th, 1999 in Key West, Florida. With an impressive range of artistic abilities and a unique creative style that captivated audiences of all ages.

Silverstein's work is often compared to other notable artists such as Allan Sherman,Tom Lehrer,Kinky Friedman,Hoyt Axton,Woody Guthrie,Roger Miller,
Dr. Seuss ,Blaze Foley,Terry Allen,Pete Seeger ,Steve Goodman,Todd Snider,
John Hartford,Billy Joe Shaver ,John Prine,Dan Reeder ,Mojo Nixon,
Arlo Guthrie,Kris Kristofferson,and Dave Van Ronk.

Throughout his career,Silverstein left an indelible mark on the world of art and literature.His unique blend of humor,satire,and heartfelt storytelling resonated with audiences worldwide.His iconic works continue to be celebrated and cherished by fans old and new.Silverstein's legacy as a versatile artist lives on through his timeless creations.

Shel Silverstein is now best known for his children's books, he first gained notoriety as a cartoonist forPlayboy in the late '50s and soon after that was cutting records that spanned the pop spectrum from jazz to folk to county, in addition to penning hits for the likes of Johnny Cash, Bobby Bare, Loretta Lynn, and Dr. Hook &amp; The Medicine Show. This is Silverstein's very first LP, originally released in 1959.Hairy Jazz is a bit of an anomaly in the Silverstein catalog in that it only contains two original songs, the rest of the album being his own unique take on a selection of jazz standards. The debut release from one of America's true originals, on CD for the first time

Hairy Jazz

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