A Death cab for cutie curated collection
Death Cab for Cutie’s bassist Nick Harmer curated albums from VMP’s catalog to share memories of home and the Pacific Northwest, and his admiration for fellow artists. His picks range from ’70s outlaw country to ’90s hip-hop and more. Read more below to learn about why he picked each record.
When this album was released, it was the perfect intersection of so many subcultures and interests of mine that I felt like it was created specifically for me.
$50
I can’t talk about the music of the Pacific Northwest without talking about Modest Mouse, and this album is solid proof of their necessity and importance to the musical landscape of where I live.
$50
Even today, this album continues to educate me and remind me of the power of Public Enemy.
$50
As far back as I can remember, Waylon’s music was in [my family’s] house and I revisit it often in my adult life to stir up old memories and emotions.
$42
This album is an essential piece of understanding the complete picture of J Dilla’s musical mind and his indelible contribution to modern music.
$50
The question isn’t when am I listening to Built to Spill, the question is when am I not?
$38
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When I’m stuck in a rut, I play this album – and many of her others – to open my ears and mind to what is possible.
$40
