{"product_id":"ezra-furman-twelve-nudes","title":"Ezra Furman - Twelve Nudes","description":"\u003cp\u003eEzra Furman introduces his new album\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwelve Nudes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eas their punk record, delivering another incendiary and inspiring classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe album kicks off with the insanely catchy opening track and lead single, \"\u003cem\u003eCalm Down\u003c\/em\u003e\" (aka ‘I Should Not Be Alone’), clocking in at a compact two minutes and 22 seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwelve Nudes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas mixed by the esteemed producer John Congleton (known for his work with Sharon van Etten, St Vincent, John Grant).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurman cites two spiritual heroes for the album - the late great punk rock rocker Jay Reatard, and Canadian poet, philosopher, and essayist Anne Carson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe album is characterized by sharp, lacerating observations, confessions, and proclamations, with Furman serving as the indefatigable cheerleader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \"\u003cem\u003eTransition From Nowhere To Nowhere\u003c\/em\u003e,\" he belts out, “And if you’re really at the end of your rope \/ No you don’t take the night off \/ Too many demons to fight off.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwelve Nudes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eshowcases a musical style that is less stereotypical punk and more raw, raucous rock’n’roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracks like \"\u003cem\u003eI Wanna Be Your Girlfriend\u003c\/em\u003e\" and \"\u003cem\u003eIn America\u003c\/em\u003e\" reflect Furman’s influences from ‘50s doo-wop and Springsteen, while \"\u003cem\u003eTrauma\u003c\/em\u003e\" channels the molten and leaden vibes of Black Sabbath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, in songs like \"\u003cem\u003eRated R Crusaders\u003c\/em\u003e,\" \"\u003cem\u003eThermometer\u003c\/em\u003e,\" \"\u003cem\u003eMy Teeth Hurt\u003c\/em\u003e\" (featuring a lyrical reference to “dental insurance”), and the 58-second blitz of \"\u003cem\u003eBlown\u003c\/em\u003e,\" the album keeps the punk rock energy alive and kicking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis LP edition includes 180 Gram Yellow Vinyl housed in a Gatefold Sleeve and a Poster, making it a must-have for fans of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEzra Furman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand punk rock enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cargo Records","offers":[{"title":"LP - Red Vinyl","offer_id":52153567641912,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5803\/3464\/files\/2de1fc3a-d65d-44c3-9454-7039ab14c235_thumbnail_4096.webp?v=1775821709","url":"https:\/\/www.deadsearecords.co.uk\/products\/ezra-furman-twelve-nudes","provider":"Dead Sea Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}