Shleep - Robert Wyatt - Audio CD - Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

Robert Wyatt’s ‘Shleep’ is a singular, late-career masterpiece that finds the Soft Machine co-founder at his most invitingly open and collaborative. Released in 1997, this album is a mosaic of subtle jazz inflections, folk-rooted melody, and Wyatt’s unmistakably tender voice—fragile yet quietly authoritative. What sets ‘Shleep’ apart is its seamless merging of genres: jazz’s improvisational spirit, pop’s melodic accessibility, and the introspective lyricism that only Wyatt can conjure. Featuring contributions from heavyweights like Brian Eno and Paul Weller, the record feels less like a solo effort and more like a gathering of kindred spirits. Lyrically, it traverses the whimsical and the profound, with Wyatt’s lyrics offering gentle existential musings and sly wit. There’s a soft, experimental edge here—not abrasive, but exploratory in the way only a true original can deliver. For the discerning listener, ‘Shleep’ is not just an album but an invitation into a world of understated innovation. It’s an essential listen for enthusiasts who appreciate music that rewards close attention and repeated listening. In the context of Wyatt’s storied career, ‘Shleep’ stands as both a culmination and a new beginning. Track List: 1 - Heaps Of Sheeps - 4:56 2 - The Duchess - 4:18 3 - Maryan - 6:11 4 - Was A Friend - 6:09 5 - Free Will And Testament - 4:13 6 - September The Ninth - 6:41 7 - Alien - 6:47 8 - Out Of Season - 2:32 9 - A Sunday In Madrid - 4:41 10 - Blues In Bob Minor - 5:46 11 - The Whole Point Of No Return - 1:25 - Bonus Track For Japan Only - 12 - September In The Rain - 2:30