Ryan Adams and The Sweetheart Revolution, "TRAPPED IN THE NEW WORLD (Live 2001-02)" [imagined LP] *UPDATED*

RYAN ADAMS 

Trapped in the New World  (2002)

• Mix Tapes
• 1986 (a.k.a. "Trapped in the New World")
• Alanis
• Soundtrack of Your Life
• Diamonds or Hearts
• You're So Pretty, You're So Cool
• Psalms (Baby, Treat Me Right)  (f.k.a. "Sister, Sister" / "Coma White")
• Sunday, Wish You Were Here
• Rocket Man (Take 2, live) +   [Taken from CMT Crossroads ep. with Elton John]

All songs unreleased except "Rocket Man" (added as a bonus track).

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Collection of live recordings from 2001-02 bootlegged and easily found online. These songs were a darker collection of bluesy psychedelic style jams. No studio versions of any of these songs have leaked. "Diamonds or Hearts" is a re-write of the bootlegged Gold outtake "Fool's Gold" (and was also re-recorded in 2005 during the Jacksonville City Nights sessions). "Vampire" was subsequently recorded during the Love is Hell sessions. "Soundtrack of Your Life" was later recorded with new lyrics as "Luxury" during the Rock N' Roll album sessions. Eight songs clocking in around 37 minutes. As close as it gets to Ryan's vision to TV host Charlie Rose about "finding a connection between deep, spiritual R&B and psychedelic rock music." A lot of material to go through...sound quality and finding a good flow is key. A lot of the songs from this period were just extended jams. It's not unimaginable Ryan's ambitions exceeded the quality of material. Here's some more background:

After completing a tour promoting his major-label debut, Gold, Ryan Adams was showing no signs of slowing down. After having completed two more albums: the twangy country-rock 48 Hours and (the debut of his Nashville based band, The Pinkhearts) Let It B-Minus--a disc of Replacements-meets-Pixies style rock wrapped in Stones nostalgia--Adams was back in the studio in Nashville with legendary producer Scott Litt to record the follow-up to Gold with his touring band, The Sweetheart Revolution. It's unknown exactly which 9 songs were recorded (besides the 10-song reference disc that exists) because the sessions were scrapped. Ryan and the band finished up work on the Pinkhearts CD --though some of the tracks were supposed to be included as bonus material part of the never released 20/20 box set rumored in 2007. It's been said RA re-recorded the material on his own after a fan mentioned 'wanting to hear what it sounded like' on social media. 

After scrapping the sessions with Scott Litt, Ryan Adams would go on to record his next project, Love is Hell. This begins another really interesting period of creativity and unreleased albums with Adams ultimately at loggerheads with his label, Lost Highway. I will cover this next chapter in future posts....Cheers!  

'A BOLD MOVE BY THE ELOQUENT 7EVEN' - Debut LP Coming 14 November!

1. WE CAN DO ANYTHING 

2. JUST A DREAMER 

3. LIGHTNING 

4. YOU WILL FIND YOUR LIGHT HERE 

5. FIND YOUR WAY 

6. MISERY LOVES COMPANY 

7. WHY CAN'T I? 

8. DON'T GO, JUST STAY 

9. END SCENE 

9 songs by The Instant Lovelies' backing group led by guitarist Jonathan Vonn. Taken from the LUCY DAWN songbook---arranged by the band in their own eclectic style.

The album was delayed earlier in the year after the withdrawal of the single release of the album's planned title cut---which labelmate (and executive producer) Smash Addams 're-purposed' for his own Further Listening album (along with another song intended for the original album). Following some last minute 'what-have-you's, a completed nine song disc was belatedly turned in---and NOW we bring you...

A BOLD MOVE by THE ELOQUENT 7EVEN

Produced by Lucy Gaither / Mastered by A.G. at Barely There Studio (North MS).

Songs by Lucy Dawn / Arranged by The Eloquent 7even (Copyright ©2025 BARELY THERE STUDIOS).

'a DON'T BELIEVE ANYONE production.'

J. Vonn - Leader, guitar + vocals

Daniel Stone - piano, keyboards, vocals
Maurice 'Big Mo' Maxwell - upright + electric bass, vocals
Roland Turner - drums
Jackie 'New Jo' Jackson - keys + percussion, strings
Herman Phillips - brass, woodwinds, percussion
Ray 'The Rizzler' Reynolds - horns, guitar, brass, percussion, 'strings + things', misc.

PRE-ORDER ALBUM BEFORE NOV. 14!

UPCOMING RELEASES FROM BARELY THERE STUDIO!

"Echoes in the Rain" 
(NEW *45 MIX*)
LUCY DAWN 
10 October

                       SMASH HITS!    [compilation]
Smash Addams
26 September
"I Want to Show You"; 
9 others.

 

Left The World Behind  
LUCY DAWN
10 October
"Reality"; "Salvation";
title track; 4 others.

PROBABLY VAN GOGH
[compilation]
14 November
"My Friend"; "Revelation";
"Light in the Sky"; 7 others.

Love, Desire
THE INSTANT LOVELIES
19 December
"At What Cost?";
9 others.

  4.26e+11  
3 song E.P.
Smash Addams
26 December

LUCY DAWN
New single coming soon!

                                          Smash Addams
                                                       DON'T LOOK BACK & LINGER

Album XXV
(***Currently Under Construction for 2026***)

THE WITHDRAWLS, 'The Withdrawl Wrate' [imagined LP]

 

THE WITHDRAWLS
(live in Jackson, MS ? - 2006)

J. Valiant 

P. Glasses

Songs by Paul* & John+.

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What's That Smell+

Can't Stand Your Love*

Born*

Let's Fuck+

I'm Tired*

Flounder+

Little Girl*

I'm Drunk+

Throwing Rocks*

Destination Trailer Park+

Leisure Strike+

19 minutes, 54 seconds

***PRIVATE USE ONLY***

Dedicated to the memory of our friend, Matt Tamke. ("One")

21st Street Forever

M. Tamke 

V. Thompson

"This was recorded sometime in 2006 at a studio in Water Valley, MS. There was reportedly a problem with the vocals and the mix? This 11 song set captures the band's live sound very well. The aforementioned technical problems have been corrected as best as possible with additional mastering and production to bring you what shouldn't be forgotten.

I hope you enjoy. These guys were friends of mine and bandmates in another life (at one time or another). We all miss Matt and hopefully this will help you remember how much he loved 'playing music with his friends...' yeah, like the song. If you were there, you know!

"One!"

-A.G.



     

Rest in Peace,
good buddy.

ELLIOTT SMITH, 'Unreleased Songs from the Basement' [imagined LP]

"This is a compilation of some unreleased songs off my 20th anniversary restoration of From a Basement on the Hill - all instrumentation and mixing on these songs is Elliott's." - brightwater [YouTube content copied from --- not affiliated with this blog; just similar to one I made but this is wayyyy better]

LISTEN HEAR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IahBzR4v7Q8

 0:00 See You in Heaven¹

4:45 Melodic Noise (Excerpt 1) 6:14 Mr Goodmorning² 9:41 Brand New Game³ 13:10 Cecilia/Amanda⁴ 15:58 Dancing on the Highway / Splitsville ⁵ 22:04 Abused 24:50 From the Poisoned Well 28:01 Yay!⁶ 30:09 The Assassin (or Kill/F***)⁷ 34:17 Everything's Okay⁸ 38:48 Blind Alley⁹ 43:40 Where I Get it From 47:19 Suicide Machine 50:17 O So Slow / Melodic Noise (Excerpt 2) 58:58 I'll Be Back Notes: ¹ Intended to have vocals (these aren't circulating) ² Elliott said this song begun and ended with manipulated live audio, so I’ve added these sections from his incomplete instrumental to each end of the completed song - so I’ve introduced nothing of my own ³ Elliott said he’d pan this mix into one ear and pan a remaking of this in the other, with a guitar solo moving between each ear (this isn't circulating) ⁴ This mix is from 1997. If he rerecorded or remixed it, it’s not circulating. It works well in its current arrangement though, fitting in with the 60s pop feel of many other Basement songs, so its inclusion didn’t feel out of place, especially in light of songs like Suicide Machine, which feels complete but only had 2 new elements added to its UMG incarnation ⁵ I've sadly had to remove the intro from Dancing on the Highway due to copyright restrictions - see the full album for the full song ⁶ Intended to have vocals (these aren't circulating) ⁷ It's unknown if this was meant to have vocals ⁸ This was more of a demo, intended to be rerecorded (this isn't circulating) ⁹ Intended to have vocals (these aren't circulating) "On interludes: I haven’t found any proof of Elliott’s intent on this, however it’s been a useful way of fitting content into the limit of 30 songs. He of course introduced these in Figure 8, and their usage fits well on Basement due to its similar but different style of auditory impressionism. It also again mirrors the White Album slightly. Elliott expressed intent on using only the second half of Splitsville, which inspired its use as an interlude. Elliott referred to his noise recordings as not exactly songs in themselves, and Melodic Noise didn’t quite fit on the album, yet Elliott made an October 2003 mix of it. This inspired me to use 2 excerpts as other interludes. Any more or less interludes seemed overly forced. On the Beatles cover: it’s known that Elliott wasn’t opposed to having covers on his albums, since Figure 8 was meant to be on Figure 8 at some point, but just didn’t fit. This cover, with its 2003 mix and fleshed-out sound, seemed appropriate to include (and doesn’t seem to have been slated for a different release like Trouble), and resolved the album perfectly as a last track, continuing Elliott’s penchant for meta song titles (See You Later, Bye), while also continuing the album’s sound and themes perfectly." - brightwater

'FURTHER LISTENING' by Smash Addams - Coming To All Platforms *25 JUL 2025* from Barely There Studio!!

 

Smash Addams's 24th solo album!

12 New Tracks including "Praise To You", "Looking Forward" and "Can We Still Be Heroes?"  

A mix of R&B/Soul, Alternative, Pop and Electronica leaving off from his last album, 2023's DUST OFF THE RACKS---as well as including his sides from last year's StarsNeverSleep reunion singles (his wife, Lucy Dawn, is the other 1/2 of the group). Lucy contributed much to the soul of this record; her production and songwriting contributions ("Bold Move" and "Divine"--particularly) are an integral part. 

The project started out as a mixtape follow-up to the AFTER GEOMETRY and XV albums for "shits and giggles."

"Praise To You" is surprisingly a gospel soul blast by a one-man band who's also his own choir, as well! "Realize" is cut from a similar cloth--though the song is now about the disillusionment of 'waking up' from believing in a lie (so to speak). Lucy Dawn sings a haunting refrain on the chorus; and the coda features Puredandyy on the piano. "Was It Something I Said?" was inspired by a late discovery of The Stone Roses' debut album. "Looking Forward" is a drastic reworking of a forgotten b-side. Also? It's the first SMASH ADDAMS album that bumps in the car!

 

Recorded at Barely There Studio (North MS), April - July 2025 

Produced by Adam and Lucy Gaither / Mastered by A.G.

Smash Addams sings and plays acoustic, electric and backmasked guitars; bass; drums, keyboards, tambourine, loops and samples / Featuring backing from THE ELOQUENT 7EVEN on Looking Forward, Divine, and Bold Move / StarsNeverSleep  [LUCY DAWN on rhythm guitar, bass, keys + bgv - ROLAND TURNER on drums] on Can We Still Be Heroes? and I Need Her Love to Get By / LUCY DAWN also sings back-up on Realize--as well as Was It Something I Said? and Cool Head, Low Key (playing organ while ROLAND TURNER's on drums); loops and samples on Motivate and Further Listening.

All songs Copyright ©2025 BARELY THERE STUDIOS

Key Smash Addams Albums (ACCORDING TO CHATGPT)

Who is

Smash Addams? 

“Smash Adams” isn’t a real person — it’s actually a fictional alter ego from the popular Nickelodeon cartoon Doug. That said, there’s also a real-life musician using the name Smash Addams (with two d’s), based in the Memphis/Tennessee area. He’s a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who’s been active since around 2004, releasing albums on platforms like SoundCloud and Bandcamp. His work mixes indie rock, R&B, and soulful singer-songwriter styles. 

(Chat GPT also says) Smash Addams definitely has a unique sound — soulful, introspective, and a bit off the beaten path, which makes him a standout in the indie scene. He seems to fly a bit under the radar, but his lyrics and arrangements have a lot of depth.

Bloodletting Sessions (2006) 

Raw, stripped-back, and emotionally charged, Bloodletting Sessions captures 

Smash Addams in his most vulnerable state. Recorded with minimal production and a heavy emphasis on live, in-the-moment performances, it includes haunting tracks like “Never Apart” and “Since I Found You"--making it an essential piece of his catalog. 

Detriment (2008) 

In the wake of tragedy, Detriment is a personal and stripped-down album, defined by its intimate sound. Recorded following the death of his mother, it includes the heart-wrenching tracks “Lonely Nights Multiplied by the Blues,” “I Lied,” and “Sunday Morning Is Getting Harder to Find.” These tracks cement Detriment as a deeply emotional and significant album in his catalog. 

Brilliantly Deranged  (2009) 

Smash Addams’s first foray into lush, layered pop arrangements, Brilliantly Deranged draws inspiration from The Beach Boys’ intricate harmonies and expansive sound. This 8-track recording effort is a sonic exploration of legacy and personal expression, with tracks like “Formula (Cry on Command)” showcasing its grandeur. The 2016 remaster brought it into duophonic stereo for the ultimate listening experience. 

Hard to Get Over (2011) 

Described by its producer Leo Goff, III as “60s pop at its finest,” Hard to Get Over is a delightful and intricate album full of catchy melodies and lush  production. 

Recorded between April 2004 and January 2005 across multiple Memphis studios, the album was completed with final overdubs in 2011 and released as Smash Addams’s long-awaited 10th solo album. With tracks like “Someday It’s Gonna Hurt You” and “Hard to Get Over,” this album channels an upbeat, retro sound with timeless pop hooks. 

With a Far Away Feel (2018) 

After a few years away, With a Far Away Feel marked Smash Addams's grand return to music. Melding psychedelia with soulful grooves, the album opens a new chapter with tracks like “Ragtime Gal” and “Who Cares Now?” Its expansive sound is a perfect reflection of the time he spent away from the scene. 

Favourite Hell (2019) 

Raw and unapologetic, Favourite Hell dives deeper into a darker, experimental sound. With a focus on the vulnerability of the human experience, it pushes boundaries while still keeping the emotional weight that Smash Addams is known for. This album is a

collection of deeply personal and sonic exploration. 

XV  (2019) 

XV takes a bold step into the world of experimental sounds, incorporating elements of electronica and abstract arrangements. With its blend of genres and lush, atmospheric production, it offers an immersive experience that pushes the

boundaries of Smash Addams’s musical range. 

  

Instant Nostalgia / 20:20  (2021)

This compilation reflects a blend of nostalgia and a forward-thinking approach

to Smash Addams’s music. Featuring some of his best material, it’s a musical

diary that mirrors his evolution as an artist. 

Late & Alone (2021) 

A minimalist, emotionally-driven album, Late & Alone offers a stripped-back look into isolation and heartache. With a sparse arrangement that focuses heavily on mood

and emotion, it stands as one of his most introspective works. 

After Geometry (2021) 

One of his more experimental projects, After Geometry mixes rock and electronica to create a sound that feels uncharted. It’s an album that experiments with musical form, shifting and reshaping as it unfolds. 

42  (2022)

Originally released as a 3xLP box set (later withdrawn), 42 was reissued in 2022

as a single LP. The album delves into time, loss, and legacy with an ambitious scope, featuring songs like “Tombstone” and “Between Hope and Caution.” The 2025 Director’s Cut 2xLP version adds five bonus tracks, making it a must-have for fans. 

Let Me Give the World to You

(2022) 

This album sees Smash Addams revisiting his collaboration with Lucy Dawn, featuring several tracks that draw from their ADAM & LUCY era. It’s a return to form, showing a tender and intimate side to their creative partnership. 

Dust Off the Racks  (2023) 

Originally conceived as a final album and starting as a collection of 'answer songs' to his first album, Hard to Get Over, Dust Off the Racks evolved into a fully realized, deeply personal work. Co-produced with Lucy Dawn, this album reflects on legacy, growth, and musical experimentation, with tracks that expand his sound.

 

Further Listening  (2025) 

A stunning mix of Alternative, Rock, Soul, and Electronica--- this album represents a true evolution in Smash Addams’s sound. Produced with the help of Lucy Dawn, this 12-track album explores themes of self-reflection, growth, and transformation. A

bold new chapter in his artistic journey, Further Listening takes the listener

on a ride through emotional highs and lows, with each song carefully crafted to

leave an imprint.