This 2000 album finds Giant Sand at a creative peak, delivering a sprawling, cohesive statement of experimental americana. Chore of Enchantment explores textures and moods with a patient, deliberate hand.
- Recorded in Tucson, Arizona, the album was produced by Howe Gelb and the band.
- Chore of Enchantment was released on Fire Records, a label known for its roster of alternative and indie artists.
- The album features guest appearances from members of bands like Calexico and Friends of Dean Martinez, underscoring its deep roots in the Southwestern music scene.
Giant Sand is the long-running project of Howe Gelb, a seminal figure in the Arizona desert rock scene. At the time of Chore of Enchantment's release, the band was solidifying a sound that blended experimental americana with a distinct, often wry, indie rock sensibility.
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