John Vanderslice is one of America's most important artists, a "songwriter's songwriter" loved by contemporaries Bright Eyes, Spoon and Death Cab For Cutie. 'Emerald City' is Vanderslice's 6th album for Barsuk (Rilo Kiley, Death Cab For Cutie, Nada Surf, Jesse Sykes). The record's title refers to the green zone in Baghdad. The songs and themes are fuelled by an era of deep insecurity and paranoia; he has become known for his chameleonic ability to inhabit other, often morally ambiguous, characters - internet paedophiles, Guantanamo guards, serial killers, and Vietnam vets. But far from heavy, the songs are always delicate, meticulously arranged, and sweetly sung, Vanderslice's voice a hopeful tone against tragic tales. It's an album filled with love songs - confused and angry, afraid and defeated. Longtime Listener edition includes 2 exclusive/unreleased Bonus Tracks!

Track Listing

Disc 1:

1. Kookaburra
2. Time To Go
3. The Parade
4. White Dove
5. Tablespoon Of Codeine
6. The Tower
7. The Minaret
8. Numbered Lithograph
9. Central Booking
10. The Hospital - (Bonus Track)
11. Mother Of All Dead Time Factories - (Bonus Track)