Mule Variations by Tom Waits (CD, Oct-2004, Anti USA)

You probably know Tom Waits as that gruff voices louge singing poetic mastermind that he is. Most of his albums are eclectic to say the lease but many are set in a calmer tone than this album.

If you buy this album I suggest sitting back in your favorite recliner, turning but the volume and put on your sunglasses. The first cut on the album (Big In Japan) is almost rock like with the fat baseline and cool distorted guitar. Towards the end of the album and the title track have more familiar overtones of Tom's earlier work but you will love the new zeal he brings to an old favorite, if you like anything by Tom Waits..Go buy this album.

Mule Variations is another Tom Waits masterpiece and contains two of my favorite Tom Waits songs (What's He Building? and Eyeball Kid). Very laid back and relaxing stuff. A must own for Waits fans. 5 Stars.

This Cd takes some getting used to . you can't just sit down and instantly love Tom waits, He's an aquired taste . His gruff voice runs over the scales and he launches musically the beat music you'll hear . Its awesome after you take the time to really hear it

My favorite song from Tom Waits is on this album "Box of Filipino Spring Hog" - that song is heavier and a lot of energy and fun. Most of the other songs on the album are more in the relaxed laid back vein. Even one lyric only track which leaves you wanting the question answered!

Great condition, prompt delivery. I love this album and am very glad I had a chance to buy it.I recommend this merchant for others to buy from