Passage Du Desir
by Johnny Blue Skies, Sturgill Simpson
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Mark- Genre: Country, Americana, Psychedelic Rock, Experimental. This one, by design, is difficult to pin down.
- Influenced by: Waylon Jennings, David Bowie, Ennio Morricone, Pink Floyd, The Beatles.
- Similar artists: Tyler Childers, Margo Price, The Avett Brothers, Jason Isbell.
- About this album: "Passage du Desir" is Sturgill Simpson's eighth studio album, released under the alter ego "Johnny Blue Skies." It's a departure from his previous work, incorporating elements of psychedelic rock, electronic music, and even orchestral arrangements. The album explores themes of love, loss, spirituality, and the search for meaning in a surreal and often unsettling world.
- Metacritic Score: 89 (universal acclaim).
- Grammy Nominations: Shockingly, none.
- Song To Sample: "The Olympian," a sprawling and ambitious track that showcases Simpson's experimental side and his ability to push creative boundaries.
- Trivia Bonus: "Passage du Desir" was recorded in various locations around the world, including Nashville, Los Angeles, and London.
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