This 2006 triple-disc collection compiles rarities from throughout Waits' career, including bluesy stomps, tender ballads, and experimental noise pieces. It served as a fascinating appendix to his official discography.
- The collection features 30 tracks, drawing from B-sides, compilation appearances, and previously unreleased material recorded between 1983 and 2006.
- The album's title refers to three distinct categories of songs: "Brawlers" for the more raucous tracks, "Bawlers" for the ballads, and "Bastards" for the more experimental pieces.
- Upon its release, "Orphans" was critically acclaimed for its depth and breadth, offering fans a comprehensive look at the less-charted territories of Waits' work.
Tom Waits is an American singer-songwriter known for his distinctive, gravelly voice and a musical style that blends blues, jazz, and avant-garde influences. "Orphans" was released late in his career, after a prolific period that saw him explore more experimental sounds.
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