lil bub Science & Magic: A Soundtrack to the Universe
release date : Dec. 4, 2015 catalog # : JNR184 LP UPC: 714270689123 available formats : LP / CD / digital genre : Electronic CAT-EYE COLOR VINYL box lot quantity : 10LP / 25 CD LP-C1 UPC: 714270689291 packaging : Jacket / digipak
vinyl non-returnable CD UPC: 714270689116 track listing : overview :
1. Hello Earth 3:42:59 Lil BUB has had her paws in the music world for quite some time now. She's tight with Steve 2. New Gravity 3:20:34 Albini, produced a single for Kelley Deal, worked closely with David Yow, collaborated with 3. Assimilation 1:26:42 Andrew W.K., spearheaded 50 Bands and a Cat (she's the cat), been held by Jonathan 4. A Friend 3:14:29 Richman, has a song written for her by Kimya Dawson, was rapped about by Aesop Rock, 5. GOOD JOB 2:21:09 enjoyed Thanksgiving dinner with Murder by Death, appeared in The Foo Fighters' HBO Documentary, "Sonic Highways", was the July, 2014 cover story for SPIN Magazine, and 6. Another Voyage 2:19:09 famously appears on Run the Jewels' highly anticipated "Meow the Jewels" record made up 7. Science and Magic 3:01:10 entirely of cat sounds. And now she's finally ready to blow minds with the very first full length 8. Space Sister 2:46:40 concept album written by a magical space cat, and it's darn good. Yes, you have questions, and 9. Earth Sister 3:34:35 Andrew W.K. can help answer them: 10. Rebirth 3:53:52 What you hold in your hands is the first ever collection of songs officially made by Lil BUB. That's right. This is music made by a magical space cat. How is that possible? Allow me to lp includes 18x24’’ art poster explain... proceeds benefit lil bub’s big fund for the ASPCA First of all, it should be understood that this album is a genuine musical experience. Also, it should be understood that this is not a novelty item or a cheap and disillusioning gimmick. This HOMETOWN: THE INTERNET (and Bloomington, IN) is a bonafide and musically gratifying concept album, which entirely emerged from the soul and spirit of Lil BUB herself. How do I know this? Because BUB told me so. NOTES OF INTEREST: - Founded Lil BUB’s BIG FUND for the ASPCA, which to-date has raised over $150,000 to My name is Andrew W.K. and I have had the privilege of working with BUB and making music help special needs pets nationwide with BUB and even holding BUB in my arms. Not only is she the softest creature I have ever encountered, she is also the most musically and compassionately gifted. The songs on this - Lil BUB’s Big SHOW has included guest appearances/cameos from Steve Albini, Kelley album are her vision. They are by her, about her, and are her. Listening to these songs is the Deal, Murder By Death, Michelle Obama, Whoopi Goldberg & more sonic equivalent to holding Lil BUB in your own arms. - Lil BUB’s Special Special, featuring Andrew WK & Amy Sedaris, aired on Animal Planet It may seem impossible that a cat could compose an entire album of carefully crafted - Lil Bub & Friendz, an award-winning documentary from VICE, debuted at the 2013 Tribeca Film Festival instrumental music, but BUB is not simply "a cat". She came from the deep unknown, on an intergalactic mission to help the people and animals of earth with her magic, talents, and - Contributed a track to 2015’s “50 Bands & A Cat For Indiana Equality”, alongside otherworldly wisdom. I can attest to her power - the time I spent with her absolutely made me the Thurston Moore Band, Thee Oh Sees, of Montreal, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, a better person. Deerhoof & more - Produced a solo single for the Breeders’ Kelley Deal, “Shirtcrush,” The songs on this album are the soundtrack to BUB's universal adventure, and a soundtrack to (a credit listed on the actual release) the universe itself. You'll feel transported by the music's stimulating spirit, and taken to places - Starred in a music video for a Kimya Dawson and Aesop Rock collaboration beyond your imagination's limits, all the while experiencing the sonic aura of BUB's loving and compassionate presence. - Accompanied Jesus Lizard’s David Yow on book-tour dates - Co-released a piano-rock single with Andrew W.K., “Star Party Animal” BUB is more than just a "muse"; she wrote this music and used the musicians on this album (BUB's dude, Mike, and his close friend Matt, who is also the official bubbysitter), as her - Guested on a group cover of “The Super Bowl Shuffle” with artists like My Morning creative vessels to get the music from inside of her spirit and into your mind. If it weren't for Jacket’s Jim James and Les Savy Fav’s Tim Harrington BUB, this music would not exist. - Featured on Run The Jewels’ cat-centric remix album “Meow The Jewels” - Featured in a SPIN cover story and covered by Buzzfeed, Pitchfork, VICE, TIME, Vanity Your friend, Fair, Gizmodo, the Washington Post, Mashable, USA Today, Fast Company & many more Andrew W.K. “I’m familiar with most of the big time house cats, and BUB is right at the apex of the celebrity cat pyramid, dangling her little tongue over the whole thing. They don’t make Exclusively distributed by SC DISTRIBUTION // Phone: (812) 335-1572 / Fax: (888) 678-0167 better cats than BUB.” - Steve Albini US domestic sales contact Shelly Westerhausen
“Is there anything this wonder cat can’t do???” - Buzzfeed joyful noise recordings / 1043 Virginia Ave. Suite 208 | Indianapolis, IN 46203 “Lil BUB is a champion of misfits.” - SPIN joyfulnoiserecordings.com / [email protected]