Songs and Other Things

From his early days with the Neon Boys and Television, throughout his solo career, and most recently as the guitarist in Patti Smith's band, Tom Verlaine has truly shaped the sound of modern music. His influence on the rock world is immeasurable with bands as diverse as The Strokes and Dos claiming him as an influence. No one, however, has been able to replicate his sounds, from delicate lace-like details to soaring and singling lines. It's hard to describe without a slew of superlatives.

Thrill Jockey's simultaneous release of 'Around' and 'Songs and Other Things' are the first new releases by Tom Verlaine since 'Warm and Cool' in 1992.

'Songs an Other Things' is Tom Verlaine's first vocal release since 'The Wonder' in 1990 and the return of his cool vibrato weaving in and out of his guitar lines is utterly exciting. For this album, Verlaine recorded with a variety of friends including Television bassist Fred Smith. He wrote all the songs, played all the guitars and even spent some time on bass.