We've been taking full advantage of our office music setup (which you might've seen on our Instagram) this summer. Our front office has a 2 x 3 cabinet filled with LPs (in addition to the wall storage shown above) and we're constantly adding to our collection. Here's a few records that have been getting regular play around the wood shop lately, from recent releases to long-time favorites.
Kevin Morby — Little Wide Open
We've been fans of Kevin Morby for years. Little Wide Open has the same thoughtful songwriting that drew us to Oh My God— and we're not just saying that because he's a fellow Midwesterner!
Gil Scott-Heron — Pieces of a Man
Few records balance social commentary and musical innovation as effectively as Pieces of a Man. More than fifty years later, its influence can still be heard across jazz, soul, hip-hop, and beyond.
Cindy Lee — Diamond Jubilee
At over two hours long, Diamond Jubilee could easily lose its focus, but it rarely does. Patrick Flegel's gift for melody remains front and center, surfacing through layers of lo-fi production and dreamlike atmosphere.
Andrew Sa — American Rough
Chicago-based Andrew Sa blends folk songwriting with ambient textures and field recordings, creating an album that feels rooted in place without being overly nostalgic. An impressive debut album!
Haim — I Quit
Leave it to the Haim sisters to deliver another heartbreak-catharsis. A little less pop rock and more experimental than we're used to hearing from them, in the best way.
Alain Peters — Vavanguer
Recorded in the late 1970s and early 1980s, Vavanguer showcases Peters at his most personal and inventive. The songs draw from the musical traditions of Réunion while feeling remarkably contemporary decades later.
Sally Shapiro — Disco Romance
A modern Balearic and Italo-disco classic that is as enjoyable now as it was on release. The understated vocals and shimmering production make it easy to understand why this record has remained a favorite nearly two decades after its release.
