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Music
CD/ “limited - only 200 pressed” LP - Release date: 2009
NOTE: Vinyl art (left) CD art (right)
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What does it sound like? Well, picture this... Jeff Tweedy (Wilco) is on another one of his late night cruises through the streets of Chicago. One hand on the wheel and the other playing tape-deck-DJ in between lighting smokes. He sees a familiar face on the corner of North Western Ave and Division Street. It’s Brian Wilson (Beach Boys) and he’s totally lost (of course). “Last call” is quickly approaching so they pop over to the Rainbow Club (1150 N Damen Ave) to wet their whistles. Ironically Robert Smith (The Cure) is bar tending. After several rounds of whiskey (and I mean the good stuff) they cram into the bar’s photo both for a series of candids (think Beaches). Robert gets off his shift, Jeff drives them over to his studio, and Brian unleashes... Strangers things have happened, but none that sound as good as “Where to Swim”.
For fans of: Hunter S Thompson, skinny dipping, cold beaches, the white man’s overbite, and David Lynch
Tracks: Landmines, House Arrest, Try To Stop This Trainwreck, Overgrown, Rosie, Where to Swim, STS-925, Behind You in Line, Windtunnel, Yellow Car Tides
CD - Release date: 2008
$8.00
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Daniel Mckenzie (vocals/guitar), Jon Fee (bass/vocals), Jake Krohn (drums), and (at times) Jonny Latimer sprinkling some additional guitar. This is output from the four when they are not busy with The Rum Diary, Mijuanito, Built for the Sea, The Action Design, and The Aimless Never Miss. Self recorded and mixed with Pall Jenkins at SDRL. Each song represents its own symbiotic dance between soaring guitars, melodic bass lines, heavy drums, and catchy hypnotic vocals. Packaged in a hand-stamped eco sleeve with lyrics and insert.
For fans of: Road trips, watching the sunrise/sunset, Guinness Draught, documentaries, and camping
Tracks: CRF 030608, Tomorrow’s Five Horizons, Fields Landing, Latin Metrics, Slow Ravens, Through Dunes
CD - Release date: 2008
$8.00
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The bastard child of a one night stand with Randy Newman and Cat Power. Clever unconventional bottom-of-the-bottle pop. Piano driven songs peppered with a charming array of instruments and covered with sexy male "pillow talk" vocals. So damn good it's our first release!!! 12 songs total. Packaged in a hand-stamped eco sleeve with lyrics and insert.
For fans of: Rainy days, stiff drinks, antiques, and late nights
Tracks: Gold Sunset, Carbon Waltz, Branches Made of Money, Up and Go, The Skin That You've Grown, Iron Whale, Overpass, Closed Off In, Quoting Dead Comedian, Directionless Front, Attic Song, Words in Another Language
Clothes and Accessories
Shuteye Unison 100% organic t-shirt available in army green or chocolate brown. This must have t-shirt features the album cover image on the front and is available in S, M, L, and XL. All shirts are pre-shrunk and have an American Apparel type fit (not too wide), feel (soft and light), and collar (small).
T-Shirt - $16.00
New! Parks and Records 100% organic t-shirt available in army green or chocolate brown. This must have t-shirt features the Parks and Records logo on the front and is available in S, M, L, and XL. All shirts are pre-shrunk and have an American Apparel type fit (not too wide), feel (soft and light), and collar (small). PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE SOLD OUT OF XL.
100% Organic cotton canvas tote with Parks and Records logo silk screened image on front. Did we mention this cotton canvas is 100% Grade A organic which means this fucker is built to last. Great for packing your lunch, spot shopping, carrying things, and looking good. Dimensions: Width = 13.25", Height = 12" Gusset = 4", Handles = Over-the-shoulder style drop.
Miscellaneous (distributed items from friends, family, defunct labels, etc.)
CD - Release date: 2006 (This is technically a Devil in the Woods release with a plastic jewel case.)
$10.00
"The album that was not there". Dreamy, lush, pulsing, moody, and rocking. The old boys poured every ounce of heart and soul they had into this one. And took a helping hand from Pall Jenkins (Blackheart Procession) and Tim Mooney (American Music Club). This is technically a Devil in the Woods release with a plastic jewel case. Pure experimental indie pop drone and classic casual noise rock.
"...you should go to your local independent record store and buy it."
- Transworld Surf
CD - Release date: 2003 (This is technically a Substandard Records release with a plastic jewel case.)
$10.00
Critically acclaimed, yet out of print? Not no more. This is technically a Substandard release. 100 copies were recently discovered behind Schuyler's extensive collection of styrofoam take-out boxes. Unfortunately it's packaged in a plastic jewel case, but no use crying over spilt milk. Besides, The Rum Diary were the first to tour in a natural gas powered vehicle. What a bunch of visionaries. Pure experimental indie pop drone and classic casual noise rock. Also available in yellow gold vinyl!
"...this is at heart a group playing very strong, impressionist pop music with an emphasis on hypnotic guitar riffs and forlorn melodies"
- Rolling Stone
CD - Release date: 2004 (This is technically a Springman Records release with a plastic jewel case.)
$6.00
"Both bands sound at the top of their game here and, as much as I didn't want to like it, the switching off track after track does keep things fresh."
- In Music We Trust
CD - Release date: 2002 (This is technically a Springman Records release with a plastic jewel case.)
$6.00
"These are 5 finely crafter pieces of music and make for one of the best Ep's to come out in 2002."
- Geek America
CD - Release date: 2002 (This is technically a Substandard Records release with a plastic jewel case.)
$6.00
"It (Noise Prints) somehow manages to sound unsettling, stunning, and original all at once."
- All Music
We also have several slabs of 7" vinyl from The Rum Diary. Our stock (as of today) includes: 4 way split 45 with Facing New York, The Jade Shader, and Years Around the Sun. Back in the Hardcore Days (single) w/ High Hawk (B-side) Please email if you wish to purchase.
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Please note: Technically we are not a non-profit organization even though we barely break even on our releases, we give a percentage of sales to non-profits, and we are trying to save the planet. Maybe we should just apply for a 501 c3? Anyway, don't let that stop you from supporting your favorite socially responsible indie label. You can send us a little dough and we will bake it into another great release! Thanks!
