Various ArtistsCiao My Shining Star: The Songs Of Mark Mulcahy
Shout! Factory [2009]
Fire Note Says: A compilation that you might not want to pass up!
Album Review:
Indie icon Mark Mulcahy (Miracle Legion, Polaris) lost his wife unexpectedly last year and proceeds from the sale of this tribute album will help Mulcahy raise his young daughters and continue his music career. The common listener probably has no idea of Mulcahy's previous bands or solo work but I guarantee you will know the contributing artists, that have reached out to support their friend. The album features 21 exclusive recordings of Mulcahy songs, which kicks off with Thom Yorke and also includes The National, Michael Stipe, Dinosaur Jr., Frank Black, Vic Chesnutt, Unbelievable Truth, Frank Turner, Ben Kweller, Josh Rouse, The Autumn Defense, Hayden, Juliana Hatfield, Mercury Rev and Elvis Perkins - to just name a few! Not many compilations can brag about the talented lineup here. This record is not only a great introduction to Mulcahy's work but an outstanding nod to human compassion and reaching out displayed in grand fashion. Along with this record release there will be a special digital only release, that has another 20 tracks which features A.C. Newman, Buffalo Tom, Laura Veirs and Joe Purdy. Not that the music itself could be enough but to coincide with the release, there will be two concert events, one in London and one in New York. Ciao My Shining Star is an easy cause to get behind and has a spectacular lineup that gives you no reason to not join in!
Key Tracks: "All For The Best" - Thom Yorke, "Everything's Coming Undone" - Michael Stipe, "The Quiet One" - Frank Turner
Official Mark Mulcahy Website
Mark Mulcahy MySpace
Shout! Factory
-Reviewed by Robyn Gatsby
1 comments:
Great post- such an incredible gathering of musicians getting behind a great cause. There's some more of the compilation up on Mulcahy's Myspace page. The National and Dinosaur Jr. also contributed some great music- www.myspace.com/markmulcahymusic
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