They're b-sides, they're outtakes, they're Pinback! On Ace Fu.

The triumphant and long-awaited release of Pinback's third album, the crisp, sparkling and gorgeous Summer in Abaddon. Includes the stunning new single "Fortress." On Touch and Go.

on Touch and Go.

The first ever solo outing from Armistead Burwell Smith IV of Pinback and Three Mile Pilot. Five songs of all killer, no filler contemplative, textured and intense pop for which Zach has become known. On Ace Fu.

A five song EP that runs nearly tirty minutes long, recorded the year after Blue Screen Life was released. We waited and waited and waited for this one and it was well worth it as Pinback releases their best record yet. Just when you thought a great band couldn't get any better, they raise the bar with this. Amazing stuff. Includes the title track, live favorite "Victorius D," new live favorite "Microtonic Wave," the ultra groovy "B" and the soul-filled instant classic "Grey - Machine." (AK025)

Reissue of the in-between-albums EP from that hot new group that's sweeping the nation and one of their strongest and most consistent releases to date.. Includes the wonderful "Manchuria." Originally released by Tree, now with new inner tray art on Absolutely Kosher. (AK020)

The second full length from the dynamic duo of Rob Crow (Thingy, Optiganally Yours, Heavy Vegetable) and Armistead B. Smith IV (Three Mile Pilot). Ace Fu says, "As with previous Pinback releases, the duo's propensity for thoughtful instrumentation and dense layering of melodies is remarkably unique and nothing short of beautiful. Every song on Blue Screen Life holds muted harmonies, hypnotic rhythms and lush orchestration that subtly resonate long after one listen. The duo trade vocals as with comfort, poise and precision. Yet, despite all of the underlying complexities in Pinback's music their songs somehow always seem sincere, honest and simply dreamy. Blue Screen Life shows the band's most creative and focused direction as a collaborative effort. The songs have a new energy and vibrancy about them which carries this record into new artistic terrain; terrain which will no doubt be charted by Pinback for others to only admire and attempt to emulate."

on Ace Fu.

Double-CD set lovingly anthologizes B-sides, oddities, out of print 7" tracks, and unreleased rarities. Worth it's weight in gold or even truffles. On Headhunter/Cargo.

Awesomely shaped picture disc record with the a-side single (from Chief Assassin...) with "Nussun" (also on An Old Town) on the flip. Time to take down that Stryper picture disc and throw this one on the wall...or on the record player, of course. On Headhunter/Cargo

The debut album from Rob Crow and Armistead B. Smith IV and possibly the Spiderland of new underground pop. Even-keeled, mid-tempo and knock-you-on-your-ass gorgeous. Includes "Loro," "Tripoli," and "Charborg." On Ace Fu.

Finally available through us! 1998's self-titled CDEP courtesy of Gravity Records, just about the last release of new material we've seen by this incredbile San Diego band whose halves went on to Pinback and the Black Heart Procession.

Posthumous collection of out-takes, b-sides, live recordings and covers. Unlike many odds & sods CD's, this is not "for fans only," as they say. The acapella version of "Love American Style" alone makes this collection essential. Includes covers by Klark Kent and the Residents. On Headhunter/Cargo.

Ryan Craven of the Jim Yoshii Pile-Up swears that this is one of the greatest albums ever. He says that it's fantastic on the first listen and after the 25th or so listen, it becomes godlike. I am, admittedly, a more recent convert, but I am inclined to give his claim creedence. It's clear here how both Pinback and Black Heart Procession came to be, but there's an urgency here, a potent yet tragic sexuality that makes this record unique. Great stuff. On Headhunter/Cargo.

on Cargo/Headhunter.

The awesome 2nd album by San Diego's legendary experimental pop combo, half of whom would later become Thingy. One of the hidden treasures of the 20th century. No music listener should be without a copy and no, this isn't hyperbole. Includes the killer "Cotton Swab," "Song for Wesley" (Willis), "E/Or," "Jackie Chan Is A Punk Rocker" and too many other great songs to name, 28 in all. On Headhunter/Cargo.

Debut album from San Diego's finest and the beginning of a legacy. If only Chicago had nicer weather, pop music might have gone in this direction. Includes "Head Rush" and "Thingy." On Headhunter/Cargo.

Artist Direct says, "Three Mile Pilot have recorded an overwhelming clarion call to the next generation of music beyond "alternative" -- cautionary yet hopeful, discordant yet inviting, powerful and hypnotic." Chapter two in an enthralling and compelling saga. This is not the major label version. On Headhunter/Cargo.

All Music Guide says, "Na Vucca Do Lupu is a semi-remarkable release for 1992 � the band's guitar-less lineup keeps it from falling into any of the sounds that were quickly becoming cliches in the early '90s, using robust bass work to fill the gaps instead." On Headhunter/Cargo.