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LA RECENSIONE
You were in Slint (who?).
Then in Tortoise (cool!).
M, Aerial M, Papa M.... The last one is good. Until when?
You play what you know. Namely indie-post-rock-instrumental-semi-lo-fi.
One note at a time (Arundel), gentle guitars with feedback breezes (Pink Holler), airy melodies (Up North Kids), loops & interweavings that nail you down for a quarter of an hour (I Am Not Lonely With Cricket - even though it seems so to me).
Billy Corgan calls you to play in Zwan.
You make an album, a tour.
You get tired, you leave and take the bassist with you.
Too cool.
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Summary by Bot
This review praises Papa M’s album ‘Live From A Shark Cage’ for its refined indie post-rock style featuring delicate guitars, ethereal melodies, and intricate loops. It briefly touches on the artist’s notable past associations with Slint, Tortoise, and Zwan. The reviewer appreciates the consistency and quality of the work, highlighting its calming yet engaging musical textures.Tracklist Videos
Papa M
Papa M is the solo moniker of American guitarist David Pajo. Known for foundational work with Slint and collaborations involving Tortoise, Stereolab, Zwan, and Bonnie “Prince” Billy, Pajo’s Papa M spans instrumental post-rock, hushed folk, and experimental textures. Key releases include Live From a Shark Cage (1999), Whatever, Mortal (2001), Highway Songs (2016), and A Broke Moon Rises (2018), largely via Drag City.04 Reviews
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