Game Theory Big Shot Chronicles CD

Omnivore Recordings continues the re-examination and re-appreciation of Game Theory's stellar 1980s catalog with The Big Shot Chronicles. Passionate fans of the group all have a favorite GT album, and the band's drummer, Gil Ray, refers to The Big Shot Chronicles as his favorite in a revealing interview with set co-producer and Game Theory constant/confidant Dan Vallor in the new reissue's liner notes. Once again helmed by Mitch Easter (R.E.M., Let's Active), the 12-track album features an expansion of the band's sound, and contains the MTV 120 Minutes staple, "Erica's Word." For it's 30th anniversary, 13 tracks have been added-9 of which are previously unissued. From demos, outtakes, rough mixes, and live tracks, one can see the sonic trajectory the band was on-leading up to their arguable magnum opus, Lolita Nation. In addition to alternate versions of originals, this set includes a wealth of covers of songs by Todd Rundgren, Roxy Music, Big Star, The Velvet Underground, and more. Including some surprises.

1. Here It Is Tomorrow 2. Where You Going Northern 3. I've Tried Subtlety 4. Erica's Word 5. Make Any Vows 6. Regenisraen 7. Crash Into June 8. Book of Millionaires 9. The Only Lesson Learned 10. Too Closely 11. Never Mind 12. Like a Girl Jesus 13. Linus and Lucy 14. Couldn't I Just Tell You 15. Seattle 16. Sweet Jane 17. The Only Lesson 18. Make Any Vows 19. Erica's Word 20. Jesus Christ 21. Like a Girl Jesus 22. Re-Make/Re-Model 23. If and When It Falls Apart 24. Friend of the Family 25. Come Home with Me