I'm glad they released this album though, collecting the three EPs together and adding some extra tracks. Those three EPs were hand-crafted, limited edition releases (1000 each, I believe), and are now out of print. If you do happen to find one used, most likely it's going to cost you a decent chunk of change. So the boys in Shipping News did their fans a favor by releasing this compilation. Some of us ain't got money to be throwing around.
For those not in the know, Shipping News is comprised of three members—Jeff Mueller, Kyle Crabtree, and Jason Noble—luminaries in the indie rock underground, and known for their work in such bands as June of 44, Rodan, The Rachels, and more. The sound of Shipping News doesn't stray too far from their resume, but if it ain't broke, why fix it? Since this is one of my favorite bands, I say you should go out and buy all of their albums. But if you're broke like me and looking for a place to start, this wouldn't be a bad place for it. —Jake
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