Though it’s not all wild soundscapes as half the tracks are without studio gimmickry. There are a few rock ‘n’ roll songs, such as “Satellite,” and the music and subject matter of the last few tracks will sound familiar to fans of Farrar’s previous work. “Methamphetamine” is led by guest musician Eric Heywood’s pedal steel guitar and presents the most straightforward story of Farrar’s lyrics. It’s a lonely, dusty tale of an addict, working the night shift somewhere, after blowing “a killer job in a backup band”. He’s “healthy now, but wonder if he’ll “ever be free” of the drug’s hold. “Highways and Cigarettes” finds Farrar joined by Shannon McNally on the vocals. They extol the virtues of “living out these American late night blues,” following the road where it takes you. The album closes with the uplifting “Phosphate Skin” with the message that “It can only get better from here/ Don’t have any fear.” It’s a wonderful sentiment for all.
A Deluxe Edition of The Search is available exclusively through iTunes featuring all 22 songs from the recoding sessions. For those who already own the CD, the eight extra tracks available separately.
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