{"product_id":"607396707218","title":"Richard Thompson - Hippies, Thugs and Heroes - Import Vinyl 2 LP Record","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRichard Thompson\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaving produced numerous masterpieces with various bands and projects—including the Fairport Convention and the Richard \u0026amp; Linda duo—and boasting a musical career spanning nearly 60 years, Richard Thompson remains a leading figure in the British folk and traditional music scene, actively working across the United States and the UK: , Richard Thompson—a leading figure in the British folk and traditional music scene—is set to release his first new studio album in two years via New West Records in 2026!\n\nAs the title *HIPPIES, THUGS, AND HEROES* suggests, this album features a collection of narrative-driven songs depicting a variety of characters—from old friends and his former self, evoked from his subconscious, to fictional figures. Based on demos Thompson crafted at home, the album was recorded in a style close to a live performance—requiring only 2 to 4 takes—with a total of more than 10 musicians, including longtime band members Michael Jerome (drums\/percussion) and Taras Prodaniuk (bass), David Mansfield (guitar\/fiddle), who joined the band for this album, and his wife, Zara Phillips (backing vocals)—a total of over 10 musicians—in a manner that was almost like a live performance, with each track recorded in just 2 to 4 takes. As evident from the production process, the album reflects the band’s current vitality and momentum as a live act, as well as Thompson’s strong sense of identity, which he takes great pride in. Starting with the jungle-pop track “Sorcerer’s Apprentice,” which evokes THE BYRDS, and moving through the hard-rock-flavored lead single “ \"Cocaine Walking, Booze Talking,\" featuring a robust, organic sound, all the way to the bluesy \"Stringer\"—this is a truly superb album that masterfully blends the “mature” sophistication honed over a long career with a wide range of arrangements and musical ideas born of creative inspiration that defies his 77 years!!\n(From the manufacturer’s information)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53419068621089,"sku":"607396707218","price":7890.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/607396707218.jpg?v=1788220099","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/607396707218","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}