Black Rain, by Compiled by Charles Bals

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Charles Bals, the curator behind the America Dream Reserve compilation, continues his journey into a wasteland of obscure recordings sourced from previously unknown tapes and vinyl of the 70s and 80s. This collection is made for an overcast, rainy night. Where the nocturnal ramblings of wandering silent types can be heard over an endless stretch of asphalt.

This time, Bals has put together a compilation that contains a darker, more solitary narrative—a collection of reclusive, ‘sigh-chedelic’ folk. The anthology sources rare moments that feel like they were pulling-the-paisley-thread of a dying psychedelic folk rock movement. Although it passed from the mainstream, the genre continued to percolate in bedrooms, kept alive through unsigned bands and mysterious individuals. Despite recording in different countries, these artists found there way to a kindred feeling. When heard together, the feeling of an era’s aftermath comes into focus. Charles’ compilation brings out the potency of these disparate selections.

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released August 16, 2024

Compiled by Charles Bals
Mastering and lacquer cut by Greg Reierson
Additional mastering for digital audio by Brandon Hocura (A3, A5, B1, and B2)
Design by Charles Bals
Additional design work and sleeve layout by Asger Behncke Jacobsen
Produced by Smiling C

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Smiling C is an archival project that shares the stories & songs of under-appreciated artists. We produce a collection of records, documentaries, & digital releases to highlight musicians who didn’t get the deserved recognition for taking creative chances in their time. Working directly with the artists, we strive to make their innovative visions more accessible. ... more

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