Mark Kozelek's "Joey Always Smiled," released on October 11, 2019, under Caldo Verde Records, is a captivating slowcore album that spans a full hour and eleven minutes. Kozelek, known for his introspective and melancholic style, delivers a collection of tracks that are as evocative as they are soothing. The album opens with "Parakeet Prison" and closes with "The Power of Love," encompassing a range of themes and moods that are quintessential to Kozelek's signature sound. With tracks like "1983 Era MTV Music Is the Soundtrack to Outcasts Being Bullied by Jocks" and "Spanish Hotels Are Echoey," the album delves into nostalgic and reflective territories, offering a rich tapestry of sound and emotion. Fans of Kozelek's work will appreciate the depth and nuance in each track, while newcomers will find a compelling introduction to the world of slowcore.
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