DAVID ACKLES - "American Gothic".

An American singer-songwriter, who recorded four albums between 1968 and 1973.

Describing Ackles's style in 2003, critic Colin McElligatt wrote, "An unlikely clash of anachronistic show business and modern-day lyricism...deeply informs his recorded output. Alternately calling to mind Hoagy Carmichael, Irving Berlin, Robbie Robertson, Tim Hardin, and Scott Walker, Ackles forged an utterly unique sound out of stray parts that comprise a whole that is as uncompromising as it is unrivaled."

Although he never gained wide commercial success, he influenced other artists, especially British singer-songwriters such as Elvis Costello, Elton John and Phil Collins, all of whom are self-declared fans of Ackles. After Ackles's death Costello said, "It's a mystery to me why his wonderful songs are not better known.

Produced by Bernie Taupin.

Original 1972 New Zealand Vinyl 12" LP pressing on the Elektra Records label.

Manufactured/Distributed in NZ by EMI Records Ltd.

Cat. # EKS. 75032

Side One: American Gothic 3:19 Love's Enough 3:15 Ballad Of The Ship Of State 4:16 One Night Stand 2:47 Oh, California! 2:37 Another Friday Night 4:28

Side Two: Family Band 2:35 Midnight Carousel 3:40 Waiting For The Moving Van 3:35 Blues For Billy Whitecloud 2:36 Montana Song 10:05

Condition Guaranteed: VG+ to Near-Mint!! A few light Scuffs - Will Play As New. Visual Grading - Guaranteed As Above.

Cover is as in Pic. EX+

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