David Thomas Broughton - The Complete Guide To Insufficiency
[Birdwar Records]

Having built up a strong fanbase over the last couple of years on the Leeds live scene, oddball folk wonder David Thomas Broughton releases his debut album, 'The Complete Guide To Insufficiency', on new label Birdwar Records.

2004 gave birth to quite a few experimental and inspiring folk artists; Devendrah Banhart, Jody Wildgoose, Gravenhurst and now, David Thomas Broughton seems to be progressing the scene even further into the new year. Broughton's work is largely based around layers and loops of circling, hypnotic guitars and his weirdy, off-kilter possessed vocals. He writes mantra-style songs that are both heartfelt and emotional, yet offer a dark twist. At only 5 songs over a duration of 40 minutes, the tracks are long, stretched and sprawling, like Can if they'd tried their hand at folk music.

Due to the overwhelming response Broughton's live sets attract and the realisation his magic is best showcased when displayed in it's raw state, 'The Complete Guide To Insufficiency' was recorded in one complete take at Wrangthorn Church, Leeds to capture the jagged minimalism of his somewhat unique performances. But it is this rough around the edges recording style that adds much character to otherwise boring studio production, and alongside his own twisted-folk vision, is what helps set Broughton apart from his peers.

Remarkable, like a timless classic or an obscure LP you discovered in a dusty second hand shop.