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This is absolutely a jam session—an improvisational democracy where everyone has equal footing. Oldham (BPB) takes a step back here, letting himself become part of the greater stew of Gamelan instruments, organ, synthesizer, and acoustic guitars. Nobody takes a full-on solo; they meander, coming in with a prominent contribution before drifting back to the sidelines. Everything repeats multiple times for swirling, serene eight-minute stretches. Repetition is key to Bitchin Bajas' sound—they thrive when they're given maximum space, taking time to experiment and explore different pockets of a song. In photos from the recording sessions, you can see Oldham sitting cross-legged on the floor with the band, all four of them playing assorted keyboards. Dan Quinlivan and Cooper Crain twist knobs; Rob Frye's flute lies close at hand in case the right moment presents itself. (On several occasions, it does.) This is Bitchin Bajas' ideal, off-the-cuff zone. They revel in the freedom to chase a sound "based on the energy" of a given moment.

"When your heart is pure, your mind is clear," repeats Oldham at one point, and you're inclined to believe him.

Tracklist:
01  - May Life Throw You a Pleasant Curve
02  - Nature Makes Us For Ourselves
03  - Your Heart is Pure, Your MInd is Clear, and Your Soul Devout.
04  - Your Whole Family Are Well.
05  - Despair is Criminal.
06  - You Are Not _Superman_.
07  - Show Your Love and Your Love Will Be Returned.
08  - You Will Soon Discover How Truly Fortunate You Really Are.
09  - 1-09 Your Hard Work is About to Pay Off. Keep On Keeping On.

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