Word has just gotten out about the death of Sparklehorse's Mark Linkous. This is, of course, very sad news. Four powerfully-stated and under-appreciated albums as Sparklehorse, work with Danger Mouse and Fennesz and Nina Persson, curating and producing the tribute album to Daniel Johnston, and having toured with The Flaming Lips and Radiohead; Mark leaves a musical legacy behind him.
I've had the privilege to see Sparklehorse open up for The Flaming Lips at Mr. Smalls in Pittsburgh years ago. It's A Wonderful Life is still an amazing album to me--I celebrate Sparklehorse's discography. Mark brought a touch of the surreal to all of us with his distinct voice and tone. He was and will remain a remarkable, yet understated, presence in music.
He will be missed.
It's A Wonderful Life - Sparklehorse
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