Pure Comedy, released in 2017, is a sprawling, thematic album that tackles modern culture and societal anxieties with characteristic wit and cynicism. The title track, at nearly 14 minutes, sets the stage for a verbose and critical examination of the human condition.
- The album was produced by Tillman and Jonathan Rado of Foxygen, and recorded at the Los Angeles studio of the producer.
- Pure Comedy debuted at number 114 on the US Billboard 200 chart.
- The album was met with generally positive reviews, with critics often noting its lyrical depth and ambitious scope.
Father John Misty is the project of Seattle-based singer-songwriter Josh Tillman. He emerged in 2010, initially as a solo artist separate from his work with the band Fleet Foxes.
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