Collection of Arthur Russell‘s instrumental sessions from the mid 70s to early 80s. The first set, “Instrumentals 1974 Volume 1”, collectsa series ofsessions recorded at Chelsea multi-disciplinary art space The Kitchen when Russellwas 23 years old, had just moved to New York City and was crashing on Allen Ginsburg‘s couch. “Volume 2” will be familiar to Russell devotees: his 1977-78 modern classical recordings, also from The Kitchen, were previously collected on an incredibly pricey compilation and are availableagain on vinyl for the first time since 1984. Casual fans may befamiliar with Russell‘s work with leftfield disco outfits Dinosaur L and Loose Joints, but this set, along with recent compilations Corn and Another Thought, demonstrate Russell‘s scope and versatility as an artist who refused tobe tied down by any scene. Fully remastered double vinylset with printed inner sleeves and a 12 page booklet including liner notes by Tim Lawrence, Ernie Brooks and Arthur Russell.

• black vinyl pressing
• remastered audio
• includes 12-page booklet
• music label: Audika 2017

reviewed by dj winyl destination 03/2017