Temporary Residence Limited

A monumental accomplishment spanning two discs, Mr. Boy Dog is the flawless synthesis of the many sides of this indescribable six-piece from Portland, ME. This epic album further blurs the lines between avant rock, jazz, ambient, Middle Eastern and Russian folk, and Gamelan-inspired counterpoint. And it does so with seemingly effortless ease. Recorded over a two-year period, the album marks a noticeable departure in sound and color, while maintaining their trademark textures and attention to detail. From the opening explosive bursts of Coltrane-inspired free jazz on "Round Valley" to the Can-style rock hooks of "Stumblin' Block" and on through the tidal noisescapes of "An Egypt That Does Not Exist," you are held breathless from start to finish. Thankfully the band is considerate enough to let you come up for air between discs.

TRACK LISTING
DISC ONE:
1. Round Valley
2. Nataraja
3. Camel Bell
4. Stumblin' Block
5. Tongue Drongue
6. Vuka

DISC TWO:
1. Unmarked Boxes
2. Telikos Two
3. Untitled 1
4. Nod
5. Untitled 2
6. An Egypt That Does Not Exist

ALSO AVAILABLE
"Elements of Structure / Permanence" CD - Temporary Residence Limited 2002
"And Farewell To Hightide" 2CD - Temporary Residence Limited 2002
Travels in Constants Vol. 10 CDEP - Temporary Residence Limited 2001
"Homb" CD - Temporary Residence Limited 1999