September 25, 2009

All Tomorrow's Parties NY 2009: Sufjan Stevens

• By Fredrick
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Somewhere between Michigan and Illinois is an oft overlooked little gem known as Seven Swans. It is dismissed for various reasons, ranging from its strong religious overtones to it's lack of pop appeal, though those who can overcome these hurdles value the record as a true folk masterpiece. Seven Swans, though recorded simultaneously, was released after Sufjan started his lofty quest to dedicate a recording to each of the 50 states (a project which, even after 6 years, has only seen two states fulfilled).

Playlist:

1. All the Trees of the Field will clap their hands
2. The Dress Looks Nice on You
3. In the Devil's Territory
4. To Be Alone with You
5. Abraham
6. Sister
7. Size Too Small
8. We Won't Need Legs to Stand
9. A Good Man Is Hard to Find
10. He Woke Me Up Again
11. Seven Swans
12. The Transfiguration