Everything Is Recorded, the brainchild of producer and XL Recordings founder Richard Russell, has brought together an unexpected duo in the form of Bill Callahan and Noah Cyrus. This collaboration, resulting in the track “Porcupine Tattoo,” stemmed from a simple question posed by Russell to Callahan during their sessions for a new Everything Is Recorded album. The answer, Noah Cyrus, led to a unique musical partnership that has captured the attention of many. The recording features Callahan’s vocal demo complemented by Cyrus’s toplines, all recorded at the iconic Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles.
The Unlikely Duet
A 7″ single release from XL and Drag City will soon follow the digital debut of “Porcupine Tattoo,” with the B-side featuring another collaboration between Russell and Callahan titled “Norm,” a heartfelt tribute to the late Norm Macdonald. Russell, known for his keen eye for talent, previously included Callahan’s song “I’m New Here” in the Gil-Scott Heron covers album of the same name. Over the past year, Russell has released a series of album-length compositions, each named after a seasonal solstice or equinox.
Listen to “Porcupine Tattoo”
FAQs
Q: How did the collaboration between Bill Callahan and Noah Cyrus come about?
A: The collaboration between Bill Callahan and Noah Cyrus was initiated when Richard Russell, the mastermind behind Everything Is Recorded, asked Callahan who he would most like to write a song for during their album sessions.
Q: What can we expect from the upcoming 7″ single release?
A: The 7″ single release from XL and Drag City will feature “Porcupine Tattoo” as the lead track, backed by another collaboration between Russell and Callahan titled “Norm,” dedicated to the late Norm Macdonald.
Q: What other projects has Richard Russell been involved in recently?
A: Richard Russell has been busy releasing a series of album-length compositions over the past year, each named after a seasonal solstice or equinox, showcasing his diverse musical talents.
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