album · January 2, 1958
An Actual Story in Sound of a Dog’s Life
Folkways RecordsSee this day
folkfolk rock
This 1958 album purports to be a dog's life, told through sound alone. It's an experimental piece from the Folkways catalog, blending field recordings with a narrative of sorts.
- The album was recorded and compiled by Tony Schwartz himself. It was released on Folkways Records in 1958. The genre is listed as folk and folk rock.
- The album is an example of Schwartz's experimental approach to sound documentary. He was known for his innovative use of tape recorders and an immersive recording technique.
- Folkways Records was known for its diverse catalog of folk music, spoken word, and documentary recordings. This release fits within their mission to document American life and culture.
Tony Schwartz was a field recordist and sound archivist, born in New York City. He documented everyday life in the city, creating a unique archive of urban sounds and oral histories.
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