The second studio album from Bay Area's Joanna Newsom, Ys was first released in 2006. Four out of five tracks feature full - orchestra arrangements by Van Dyke Parks. Inspired by Roy Harper's 1971 album Stormcock, evident in song length and orchestration. Ys received wide critical acclaim and made many 2006 year - end lists. Even after nearly a decade, it has aged gracefully, especially considering its artistic ambition. The album includes five songs: 'Emily,' 'Monkey & Bear,' 'Sawdust & Diamonds,' 'Only Skin,' and 'Cosmia.' It's a black double vinyl pressing, housed in a gatefold sleeve, and released by Drag City in 2006. Reviewed by graceful waif in 08/2015.
To enjoy this Joanna Newsom's Ys vinyl album, simply place it on your turntable and gently drop the needle on the track you want to listen to. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid getting fingerprints on it. Store the vinyl in a cool, dry place to prevent warping. Keep the gatefold sleeve in good condition by not bending or creasing it. If the vinyl gets dirty, you can use a soft, anti - static brush to clean it. That way, you can keep this amazing album in great shape for years to come and keep enjoying Joanna's beautiful music.
