Having felt ashamed that with the 11 songs present on this compilation, I have by that point heard more Built to Spill renditions of Daniel Johnston's songs than those in his own key, I set upon a moderate research into his projects. Now, a more familiar listener, this album seems like a fair homage. My initial criticisms of simplicity and repetitiveness are criticisms largely of Johnston as well. But Johnston is justified by the context of his work, while Built to Spill are justified by the intention and iteration of their covers.rTl;dr it's good, faithful, listen if only Daniel Johnston is your shit.
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