We couldn’t believe the sheer number of albums that Longboat has been releasing in his career. Hailing from Seattle, the talented jazz tenor saxophonist, songwriter, and singer has recently unveiled his 37th LP to date, ‘Proud of My Postcode’, a relatable offering that draws inspiration from the time Longboat spent living in London, UK. True to the project’s cross-genre influences, the album sees the American troubadour engaging in malleable alt-pop episodes, all treated to catchy, quirky melodies and elegant vocal delivery.
Lyrically, ‘Proud of My Postcode’ draws from Longboat’s personal experience in the British capital, with Clerkenwell being the likely postcode that the album is referencing. A quick look at its 13 tracks and their titles will playfully suggest what the album is about: a cultural homage to the UK, packed with typical imagery such as a Victorian poltergeist, a red Routemaster, and mud lurking… We appreciate Longboat’s observant allure, with his passion for British culture truly emerging from his songs.
Delving deeper into the meaningful ethos that propels the record, Longboat explains: “‘Proud of My Postcode’ doesn’t draw a complete picture of the UK, but I hope it helps to convey my affection for this country. I particularly like the way people celebrate the mundane here between various and sundry political and economic crises”. In a way, the album functions as a love letter to Great Britain, a country in which Longboat would like to spend his future years.
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