If you know Jim O'Rourke, you'll probably associate him with his work as a producer and occasional member of Sonic Youth. Born and raised in Chicago’s experimental improvisation scene, the producer, composer and singer-songwriter has rarely allowed himself to be pigeonholed into a single genre. He moves effortlessly between ambient, noise and minimalism, as well as rock styles such as indie rock and post-rock.
Shortly before the turn of the century, he released what is probably his best-known album, Eureka. At first glance, Eureka sounds like warm, harmonious 70's folk and soft rock. But beneath the smooth surface lie complex, avant-garde structures. The best example is the opening track, Woman Of The World. The song begins with a gently plucked acoustic guitar, and gradually more instruments are layered on top. Piano, brass and string arrangements drive the track forward, culminating in a compelling pop orchestral arrangement. It is certainly no masterpiece, but it is an album that was ahead of its time and, over 30 years on, has lost none of its beauty.
Jim O'Rourke - Woman Of The World
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This may have been the first solo song of Jim’s that I heard and it still resonates a quarter of a century later.
Sometimes songs don’t have to be complex or a “career best” to make a deep impression and for me this is one of those songs.
Thanks for sharing, Walter!
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