Oar - Spence, Alexander -skip- - LP - Brand New Vinyl (Arrives in 20days)

Few records are as shrouded in legend—and raw vulnerability—as Alexander ‘Skip’ Spence’s Oar. Recorded in 1969 after Spence’s turbulent exit from Moby Grape, this album stands as an utterly singular work—one man, isolated in Nashville, laying down all the instruments himself. The result is a stark, deeply personal odyssey that drifts between folk, blues, and off-kilter rock, stitched together by Spence’s fragile voice and unvarnished honesty. Oar doesn’t sound like its era; it sounds like a transmission from another plane—achingly intimate, beautifully fractured, and daringly experimental. Tracks like “Weighted Down (The Prison Song)” and “War in Peace” are filled with spectral melodies and unpredictable twists, offering an unfiltered glimpse into Spence’s mind at its most exposed. The sense of vulnerability is palpable, yet there’s an undeniable warmth and inventiveness throughout. For collectors and adventurous listeners, Oar is a rare artifact that rewards repeated listening and stands as a testament to the power—and peril—of artistic solitude. If you value albums that push boundaries and capture the spirit of an artist without compromise, this is an essential addition to your collection.