Andy Bell - Pinball Wanderer [CYAN]
28.2.25 - CYAN VINYL LP
Ride guitarist and songwriter Andy Bell's third solo album, Pinball Wanderer is an otherworldly collection of intergalactic wizardry that mixes psychedelic melodies, Can-via-The Stone Roses grooves and Arthur Russell-style experimental textures.
With guest appearances from Dot Allison and Neu! legend Michael Rother on a cover of The Passions' peerless post-punk classic I'm in Love With a German Film Star, it is perfect for both deep-listening headphones moments and cutting across the coolest, most understated dancefloors.
The loose-limbed rhythm tracks were the starting point and were laid down with the help of Andy's old Oasis bandmate Gem Archer. The rest followed after an intense all-night session last summer, with the completed album being delivered the following morning. It's Andy's finest work to date; a quintessential night time record where you can slip through the gaps in the notes and revel in the moment.