East River Pipe - We Live in Rented Rooms (2011)

Fred Cornog's seventh East River Pipe album, We Live in Rented Rooms, demonstrates a significant sonic evolution for the artist. Due to studio equipment upgrades, the sound has moved away from lo-fi aesthetics, becoming richer and more meticulously arranged while maintaining the author's characteristic slowness and melancholy. The lyrical themes encompass a wide range of issues, from political cynicism and historical allegories to personal creative crises and doomed romantic relationships. Despite maintaining an overall sad atmosphere, the lyrics exhibit less self-loathing, and the characters' stories have acquired greater social relevance. The album is recognized as one of Cornog's strongest works, combining economical songwriting with masterfully executed arrangements.

Tracklist:
01-01 East River Pipe - Backroom Deals [3:07]
01-02 East River Pipe - Cold Ground [4:00]
01-03 East River Pipe - Payback Time [3:25]
01-04 East River Pipe - Summer Boy [2:33]
01-05 East River Pipe - I Don't Care About Your Blue Wings [3:08]
01-06 East River Pipe - Tommy Made a Movie [3:43]
01-07 East River Pipe - The Flames Are Coming Back [5:53]
01-08 East River Pipe - When You Were Doing Cocaine [3:42]
01-09 East River Pipe - Conman [5:04]
01-10 East River Pipe - Three Ships [5:20]