Tyvek's Skyin is yet another demo release from these Detroit punks. Orginally recorded in 2004, Skyin is a straight from four track recording of a tyvek practice(?). What makes this demo release stand out from the rest (Blunt Instrumentals/Blunt Instrumentals 2: True to the Game/Demos Cass.) is a couple things. First of all this is the first full length LP demo release, unlike the Blunt Instrumentals 12" picture disc which was only a one sided EP. On a second note the presentation of Skyin is also something interesting. 500 of these bad boys are in old recycled LP jackets with glued wrap around artwork. I believe mine used to be a greatest hits of The Kinks. The vinyl itself has a blank white label. As far as the music goes, I feel like only a true Tyvek fan can appreciate this LP. It can be a tough listen for some but if you know the songs and have the ears for 4-track hiss and muff you will find an incredibly real album. When I listen to this I feel as if I'm a fly on a wall in a musky humid basement during a sweaty tyvek practice. You get early versions of Tyvek classics like "Frustration Rock", "Mary Ellen Claims" and "Give it up".
This isn't essential to the average listener of Tyvek but if you love the band then this is definitely an essential buy.
Where to Buy:
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