Blaze Foley SITTIN' BY THE ROAD (Midnight Blue Splatter Vinyl
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LP Lost Art Records / Cargo Release date: 21/Nov/2025
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#5 in Songwriter #421 in Rock
Style:
Songwriter
Product No.:
2101485853
Details / Tracklist:
01. "Big Cheeseburgers & Good French Fries" 02. "Clay Pigeons" 03. "Sittin' by the Road" 04. "Slow Boat to China" 05. "Election Day" 06. "Let Me Ride in Your Big Cadillac" 07. "Cold, Cold World" 08. "The Way You Smile" 09. "Rainbows & Ridges" 10. "Fat Boy" 11. "Faded Loves and Memories" 12. "If I Could Only Fly"
Description:
"Sittin' By The Road (Midnight Blue Splatter Vinyl)" is a lovingly curated LP that brings the raw, unvarnished songwriting of Blaze Foley back to the turntable. Pressed on eye-catching midnight blue splatter vinyl, this edition not only sounds warm and intimate, it also stands out visually as a collector's piece. The album captures Foley's trademark blend of bittersweet ballads and plain-spoken storytelling, steeped in country, folk and Americana traditions. Sparse arrangements, acoustic guitars and a lived-in voice create the feeling of being in a small bar or a late-night living room session, where every creak of the guitar and every breath becomes part of the performance. The track selection focuses on contemplative, road-worn songs and quiet character studies that highlight his gift for turning everyday scenes into deeply emotional miniatures.
As an LP, this release is tailored for listeners who want to experience Blaze Foley's songs as a coherent journey: side A and side B are structured to flow like a long conversation about love, loss, dignity and life on the margins. The analog mastering emphasizes warmth and dynamic range, so that the emotional nuances of Foley's performances come through with clarity and depth. The special midnight blue splatter design underlines the nocturnal, introspective mood of the music and makes the record a centerpiece in any vinyl collection, whether you're a long-time fan of Foley's work or just discovering his songwriting.
Blaze Foley was an American singer-songwriter closely associated with the outlaw country and Texas folk scenes. Known for his rough-edged voice, disarming honesty and a life lived far from the mainstream, he became a songwriter's songwriter whose work was deeply respected by his peers. His songs have been interpreted and kept alive by renowned artists in the Americana and country world, which has helped to build his posthumous cult status. Foley's legacy lies in his ability to write simple, direct songs that carry surprising emotional weight and a strong sense of compassion for society's outsiders.
The LP is released by Lost Art Records / Cargo, a collaboration that stands for carefully selected catalogue titles and high-quality pressings. Lost Art Records is dedicated to preserving and re-introducing important but often overlooked recordings, giving them the treatment they deserve in the vinyl age: thoughtfully compiled editions, attentive mastering and attractive packaging. Through Cargo's well-established distribution network, these releases reach discerning listeners and independent record shops worldwide. Together, Lost Art Records and Cargo have built a reputation among collectors and music lovers as a reliable source for lovingly produced reissues and special editions that respect the original spirit of the music while presenting it in a contemporary, collectible form.
