A1: The Black Crow () A2: Tigress () A3: Nervous Bride () A4: Being In Love () B1: Lioness () B2: Coxcomb Red () B3: Back On Top () B4: Baby Take A Look () B5: Just A Spark ()
Description:
"The Lioness" is a haunting and emotionally resonant LP by Songs:Ohia, the project of American songwriter Jason Molina. Released on vinyl, this album is often regarded as one of his most intense and intimate works: sparse arrangements, slow-burning song structures and deeply confessional lyrics circle themes of love, loss, longing and quiet resilience. With its raw production and the distinctive, aching timbre of Molina's voice, "The Lioness" creates an atmosphere that feels both fragile and monumental, inviting listeners into a nocturnal world of introspection. The songs unfold with a patient, almost hypnotic power, where every chord change and lyrical turn carries significant emotional weight, making the LP a compelling listen from start to finish and a key piece in the broader slowcore / indie-folk canon.
Songs:Ohia was the primary songwriting vehicle for Jason Molina, who became a cult figure in indie music for his prolific output and his singular, emotionally direct writing style. Over the years, he released a series of critically acclaimed albums under the Songs:Ohia name and later with the Magnolia Electric Co., earning a devoted following for his ability to blend folk, blues and indie rock into stark, soul-baring songs. His work is frequently cited as highly influential in the slowcore and Americana-adjacent indie scenes, with "The Lioness" often singled out by fans and critics as one of his defining achievements.
The LP edition of "The Lioness" offers the album in a format that emphasizes its analogue warmth: the vinyl's natural depth and subtle surface noise complement the record's intimate, late-night character. It is tailored for listeners who prefer to experience the album as a continuous, side-by-side journey, with the physical act of flipping the record mirroring the emotional shifts between the songs. For collectors of independent music and fans of vinyl, this pressing is both a rewarding listening experience and a valuable addition to a curated record shelf.
Secretly Canadian, the manufacturer and label behind this release, is an independent record company known for carefully curated, artist-driven projects and high-quality pressings. Based in the United States and part of the broader Secretly Group, the label has spent decades supporting distinctive voices from the indie and alternative worlds, building a catalog that spans intimate singer-songwriter albums, experimental projects and influential rock records. Their commitment to long-term artist development, thoughtful packaging and reliable production standards has earned Secretly Canadian a strong reputation among audiophiles and collectors, making this LP edition of "The Lioness" a release that reflects both musical and manufacturing integrity.
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