Jim White

Jim White is an American singer-songwriter associated with alt-country and Americana, known for albums such as Wrong-Eyed Jesus and Drill A Hole In That Substrate And Tell Me What You See.

From the review: 2004 album Drill A Hole In That Substrate And Tell Me What You See (Luaka Bop – 2004); the track "Static On The Radio" highlighted. The album was produced (together) with Joe Henry and features collaborators including Aimee Mann, Bill Frisell, Ralph Carney and Mary Gauthier. The review references themes of travel and 'motels and highways' and lists past jobs/experiences mentioned in the review.

DeBaser's available review (2004) praises Jim White's 2004 album Drill A Hole In That Substrate And Tell Me What You See for its refined arrangements, warm raspy voice and evocative songwriting. The reviewer highlights the track "Static On The Radio", production by Joe Henry and guest contributions from Aimee Mann, Bill Frisell, Ralph Carney and Mary Gauthier. The record is described as rooted in American folk/Americana while using tasteful electronics and horns.

For:Fans of Americana / alt-country, listeners who like literate singer-songwriters and subtle, arranged recordings; followers of collaborators like Aimee Mann, Bill Frisell and Joe Henry.