Big Black - The Rich Man's Eight Track Tape CD

An indispensable compilation, "The Rich Man's Eight Track Tape" combines Big Black's monumental "Atomizer" LP with the following "Headache" EP and "Heartbeat" three-song single.

While "Atomizer" undoubtedly remains one of the standout records of the mid-'80s underground scene, the "Headache" EP (released a year following) doesn't belong on the same playing field, although it's fine in its own right. Had "Headache" been released prior to "Atomizer", it would probably be held in higher regard.

Obviously not a fan of the compact disc medium, Steve Albini goes to great lengths in the packaging and on the disc itself to encourage the consumer to scratch, fingerprint and eat off of the CD. He also reminds the listener that the format taking the title was state-of-the-art in the early '70s.

Regardless of the medium and its supposed limitations, "The Rich Man's Eight Track Tape" is worth seeking out.

Tracklist:

1. Jordan Minnesota
2. Passing Complexion
3. Big Money
4. Kerosene
5. Bad Houses
6. Fists of Love
7. Stinking Drunk
8. Bazooka Joe
9. Cable (Live)
10. Heartbeat
11. Things to Do Today
12. I Can't Believe
13. My Disco
14. Grinder
15. Ready Men
16. Pete, King of the Detectives

About this product: this CD is housed in a jewelcase.