Liz Phair

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Growing out of the American underground of the late ’80s, Liz Phair fused lo-fi indie rock production techniques with the sensibility and structure of classic singer/songwriters. Exile in Guyville, her gold-selling debut album, was enthusiastically praised upon its 1993 release and spawned a rash of imitators during the following years, particularly American female singer/songwriters. For her part, Phair wasn’t able to fully break into the mainstream, even with the support of the press and MTV. Whip-Smart, her second album, was heavily promoted upon its 1994 release, yet despite its relatively strong chart positions, it was viewed as a disappointment and Phair’s momentum declined steadily during the mid-’90s, as she took several years to record her third album. - by Stephen Thomas Erlewine

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Never heard Liz Phair? Here’s our favorite 3 songs…

Fuck and Run
Johnny Feelgood
What Makes You Happy

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Interview

With Drummer Ric Menck

WC: Ric, you have a huge record collection. When you die, will you please have your family share some of your record collection with me?
RM: This question suggests I’m going to die, which I’m not comfortable thinking or talking about.

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