M. Ward

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	A Wasteland Companion New - Vinyl - MRG433 Sealed 2012 Gatefold Jacket Original. Small Corner Bump. "Matthew Stephen Ward's Seventh Studio Album Was Recorded In Eight Different Studios And Boasts 18 Guest Musicians, Including Rachel Cox (Oakley Hall), Steve Shelley (Sonic Youth), Howe Gelb (Giant Sand), Mike Mogis (Bright Eyes), Tom Hagerman (Devotchka), Tobey Leaman (Dr. Dog), And She & Him's X Chromosome Zooey Deschanel, Just To Name A Few. Such A Heroic Production Itinerary Should Surely Yield Appropriately Epic Results, But Ward's Wasteland Companion Feels As Organic And Understated As Anything He's Done Thus Far. Most Of The 12 Songs Flirt With Ambient Textures, But They Remain Firmly Imbued With The Breezy, Tape-saturated Patina That Permeated Early Works Like Transfiguration Of Vincent And Transistor Radio. For The Most Part, Outside Of The Slight But Catchy "Primitive Girl" And The Driving "Sweetheart," He Eschews Many Of The Pop Tics That Colored 2009's Hold Time For Meandering, Dustbowl Folk Arrangements ("Clean Slate"), Galloping, Country-gospel Motifs ("Pure Joy"), And Tin Pan Alley Nostalgia ("There's A Key"). Ward's Naturalistic Approach And Consistently Retro Vibe Work Best When He Lands Somewhere In The Middle Of It All, As Is The Case With The Lush And Timeless Sounding "Wild Goose" And The Bluesy Title Track, Both Of Which Appear In The Album's Spare And Satisfying Second Half. Fans Who Were Wondering If Ward's Mainstream Successes Would Yield A Stylistic Sea Change Can Rest Easy, As His Signature, Sepia-tone Demeanor, For Better Or For Worse, Remains Steadfast." Allmusic Review By James Christopher Monger. more
	A Wasteland Companion New - Vinyl - MRG433 Sealed 2012 colored vinyl. Released in 2012, "A Wasteland Companion" is the sixth studio album by acclaimed American singer-songwriter M. Ward. Known for his warm, vintage soundscapes and intricate guitar work, M. Ward delivers a collection of 12 tracks that blend elements of folk, indie rock, and Americana. The album showcases collaborations with notable artists such as Zooey Deschanel, Mike Mogis, and Howe Gelb, adding depth to its textured arrangements. Recorded across eight studios in cities like Portland, Los Angeles, and Bristol, the album offers a rich sonic palette that highlights M. Ward’s signature blend of nostalgia and modernity. Lyrically, "A Wasteland Companion" explores themes of love, longing, and the passage of time, all delivered with Ward’s understated vocal style and poetic songwriting. Standout tracks like “Primitive Girl” and “The First Time I Ran Away” exemplify his knack for melody and evocative storytelling. The album received positive critical reception for its heartfelt compositions and production, cementing M. Ward's reputation within the contemporary folk and indie music scene. With its thoughtful songwriting and inviting sound, "A Wasteland Companion" remains a significant entry in M. Ward's discography, appealing to fans of indie folk and Americana music alike. more
	What A Wonderful Industry New - Vinyl - MWARD001 Sealed 2018 Original Pressed On Cloudy Clear Vinyl, Housed In A Gatefold Jacket. more
	What A Wonderful Industry New - Vinyl - MWARD001 Sealed 2018 Original, Slated To Be Pressed On Cloudy Clear Vinyl, Housed In A Gatefold Jacket. more