Steve Wynn – The Emusic Singles Collection (LP Green Vinyl)
Steve Wynn’s The Emusic Singles Collection is a brilliant, gritty, and highly eclectic indie-rock artifact that captures a unique moment of spontaneous digital experimentation. Originally released as a German-only compilation CD/LP in 2001 by Blue Rose Records, and later repressed on vinyl, the album tracks a fascinating creative experiment: throughout the year 2000, the former Dream Syndicate frontman committed to writing, recording, and uploading a brand new single every single month.
Bypassing the traditional, exhausting label demo-and-rewrite machine, Wynn used this project to capture the pure, immediate spark of songwriting. Because the tracks were recorded rapidly across different countries and studios, the collection stands as one of the most sonically diverse and unpredictable entries in his solo catalog.
While traditional compilations can feel like a disjointed cash-in, The Emusic Singles Collection functions as a cohesive time capsule of raw inspiration. It is a must-have LP for Paisley Underground completionists and any fan of dirty, guitar-driven storytelling rock.
Label: Wouldn't Waste Records
Country: Denmark
Media Condition: Near Mint (NM or M-)
Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Sleeve has a small seam split at the top