The 1980 album "Heartattack and Vine" features the distinctive fusion of blues, jazz, and experimental music that defined Tom Waits' sound, with a raw, unvarnished energy. This release showcases Waits' unique lyrical style and vocal delivery.
- Recorded at Wally Heider Studios in Hollywood, California, the album was produced by Tom Waits himself.
- "Heartattack and Vine" was Tom Waits' last album released on the Asylum label before moving to Island Records.
- The album's title track and "Jersey Girl" became notable songs from this period of his career.
Tom Waits is a distinctive singer-songwriter known for his gravelly voice and fusion of blues, jazz, and experimental music. In 1980, he moved from Asylum Records to Island Records, marking a significant shift in his career and sound.
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