A stellar debut and another new name from Gothenburg to keep track of

MUSIC: Rarely has the term “soundscapes” seemed more appropriate than for “Collines” and “Racines”

and included “The Philosopher”

Originally release by Magic Bullet Records in 2001

SMOG - Red Apple Falls LP Crossover A stellar debut and anotherAfter the surprising success of his previous album, "The Doctor Came At Dawn," Bill Callahan teamed up with some Chicago musicians to record this album. They managed to create an atmospheric, slightly country esque mood around Callahan's voice, creating a concept album about the color red (song titles include "Blood Red Bird," "Red Apples," "Red Apple Falls," etc.). It's very stripped down and haunting, but for the most part, truly accessible, which