Description
On their second record as The Convenience, titled Like Cartoon Vampires, New Orleans multi - instrumentalists Nick Corson and Duncan Troast adopt a hypnotic physicality and a spontaneous, collage - like approach to composition. The outcome is an avant - rock soundscape filled with spidery, atonal guitar work, sharp rhythms, and intense feedback. This is a significant reinvention compared to their 2021 debut album Accelerator, which was a sugary funk - pop record. For this second LP, they created more with their hands than buttons or switches. Recording sessions featured rough, improvisational jams with cassette loops, found sounds, and 808s. Tracks like “Target Offer” and “Fake the Feeling” are full of ear - splitting guitar feedback, while “Pray’r” and “Rats” embrace haunting minimalism. As the songs progress, the pop influences of Accelerator are replaced by more eccentric elements. The common traits of their first two records are the duo’s captivating, funky instincts and a great sense of texture. Lyrically, Like Cartoon Vampires tells stories from a dying empire where characters are consumed by alienation and vanity, yet society remains indifferent. However, these songs are not just about disaffected ennui; music - making and collaboration are deeply emotional for The Convenience, reflecting a strong passion for life. Tracklisting: A side: 01. I Got Exactly What I Wanted, 02. Target Offer, 03. Dub Vultures, 04. Pray’r, 05. Waiting For A Train, 06. Opportunity, 07. Cafe Style, 08. That’s Why I Never Became A Dancer. B side: 09. Rats, 10. 2022, 11. Western Pepsi Cola Town, 12. Vanity Shapes, 13. Fake That Feeling.
Using this vinyl LP is super easy. Just place it on a working turntable, gently lower the needle onto the record's groove, and enjoy the music. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid leaving fingerprints or dirt on the surface, which can affect the sound quality. After each use, put the record back in its sleeve to protect it from scratches and dust. Store it in a cool, dry place, standing upright rather than lying flat to prevent warping. Also, be careful when moving the turntable needle; a rough touch can damage both the needle and the record. With proper care, this Like Cartoon Vampires vinyl will provide you with many listening pleasures.
