Umbilical (album)
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Umbilical is the second studio album by Brazilian singer-songwriter Tiago Iorc
, released October 2011.
for the production of "Umbilical".
Chase — who had previously worked with groups such as The Smashing Pumpkins
, Tahiti 80
, and The Divine Comedy
— pre-produced Tiago's album over the internet before actually meeting with him in Rio de Janeiro for recording sessions. After two weeks finishing basic tracks with the band, they both headed back to New York City for final recording and mixing at Stratosphere Sound
— recording studio Chase co-owns with former Smashing Pumpkins guitarist James Iha
and Foutains Of Wayne band member Adam Schlesinger
.
"It was Tiago's voice that first drew me in. I had only heard a few songs from his debut album but there was a fragility and honesty in his voice that I connected with. I intentionally didn't study that album too much once I knew we were going to work together because I didn't want to feel I had rules about what genre to keep him in, or what production constraints we had to adhere to based on that first effort. I could sense there was immense potential in Tiago and his band, but I wanted to move them away from that clean, careful sound and see the music evolve towards something darker, grittier and more complex, which I felt would make his unusual voice stand out even that much more. Tiago is both a classic and a contemporary soul — combining the best of singers like Nick Drake and bands like Radiohead. I hope people can enjoy getting as caught up in the mastery of his lyrics and his beautiful, textural voice as I have". — Andy Chase
Umbilical was mastered at Sterling Sound by Ted Jensen
and released on October 2011.
except where noted.
Tiago Iorc
Tiago Iorc is a Brazilian musician, singer-songwriter and recording artist. In 2007, his debut acoustic single "Nothing But a Song" reached a nation-wide audience after being featured on a popular Brazilian soap opera. The attention toward his voice and music got him his first record deal and led...
, released October 2011.
Background
Tiago spent little over five months gathering thoughts and musical ideas in his apartment in Brazil before teaming up with New York-based Andy ChaseAndy Chase
Andy Chase is a New York based musician/songwriter/producer. He is a member of the bands Ivy, Brookville, and Paco. He is also a co-owner of New York City recording studio Stratosphere sound with partners James Iha , and Adam Schlesinger .In 1995, Chase co-produced and engineered the title track...
for the production of "Umbilical".
Chase — who had previously worked with groups such as The Smashing Pumpkins
The Smashing Pumpkins
The Smashing Pumpkins are an American alternative rock band that formed in Chicago, Illinois in 1988. Formed by Billy Corgan frontman and James Iha , the band has included Jimmy Chamberlin , D'arcy Wretzky , and currently includes Jeff Schroeder Mike Byrne , and Nicole Fiorentino The Smashing...
, Tahiti 80
Tahiti 80
Tahiti 80 are a French indie pop band from Rouen and Paris. The group was founded in 1993 by Xavier Boyer, Pedro Resende, Médéric Gontier and Sylvain Marchand....
, and The Divine Comedy
The Divine Comedy
The Divine Comedy is an epic poem written by Dante Alighieri between 1308 and his death in 1321. It is widely considered the preeminent work of Italian literature, and is seen as one of the greatest works of world literature...
— pre-produced Tiago's album over the internet before actually meeting with him in Rio de Janeiro for recording sessions. After two weeks finishing basic tracks with the band, they both headed back to New York City for final recording and mixing at Stratosphere Sound
Stratosphere Sound
Stratosphere Sound is a recording studio located in New York City. Previously known as "The Place", the studio was renamed Stratosphere Sound in 1999....
— recording studio Chase co-owns with former Smashing Pumpkins guitarist James Iha
James Iha
James Yoshinobu Iha b. March 26, 1968 in Chicago, Illinois) is a Japanese American rock musician. He is best known as having been a guitarist and co-founder of the alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins and for his eclectic musical projects of recent years, most notably being a permanent...
and Foutains Of Wayne band member Adam Schlesinger
Adam Schlesinger
Adam Schlesinger is an American songwriter, composer and record producer. He has been nominated for Oscar, Tony, Emmy, Grammy , and Golden Globe Awards. He is also a winner of the ASCAP Pop Music Award....
.
"It was Tiago's voice that first drew me in. I had only heard a few songs from his debut album but there was a fragility and honesty in his voice that I connected with. I intentionally didn't study that album too much once I knew we were going to work together because I didn't want to feel I had rules about what genre to keep him in, or what production constraints we had to adhere to based on that first effort. I could sense there was immense potential in Tiago and his band, but I wanted to move them away from that clean, careful sound and see the music evolve towards something darker, grittier and more complex, which I felt would make his unusual voice stand out even that much more. Tiago is both a classic and a contemporary soul — combining the best of singers like Nick Drake and bands like Radiohead. I hope people can enjoy getting as caught up in the mastery of his lyrics and his beautiful, textural voice as I have". — Andy Chase
Andy Chase
Andy Chase is a New York based musician/songwriter/producer. He is a member of the bands Ivy, Brookville, and Paco. He is also a co-owner of New York City recording studio Stratosphere sound with partners James Iha , and Adam Schlesinger .In 1995, Chase co-produced and engineered the title track...
Umbilical was mastered at Sterling Sound by Ted Jensen
Ted Jensen
Ted Jensen is an American recording engineer. Jensen is the chief mastering engineer at Sterling Sound. He started his career as a mastering engineer in 1976 and is currently the most active Mastering Engineer in the industry...
and released on October 2011.
Track listing
All songs written by Tiago IorcTiago Iorc
Tiago Iorc is a Brazilian musician, singer-songwriter and recording artist. In 2007, his debut acoustic single "Nothing But a Song" reached a nation-wide audience after being featured on a popular Brazilian soap opera. The attention toward his voice and music got him his first record deal and led...
except where noted.
- "Story of a Man"
- "Ducks in a Pond"
- "Just So You Know"
- "What Weighs Me Down"
- "Umbilical"
- "Patron"
- "Gave Me a Name"
- "Even (Song to a Friend)" (Iorc, Leomaristi)
- "Who Needs Answers"
- "If Everything Is Worth It"
- "Unordinary Gold"
Personnel
Credits adapted from Umbilical booklet liner notes.- Andy ChaseAndy ChaseAndy Chase is a New York based musician/songwriter/producer. He is a member of the bands Ivy, Brookville, and Paco. He is also a co-owner of New York City recording studio Stratosphere sound with partners James Iha , and Adam Schlesinger .In 1995, Chase co-produced and engineered the title track...
- producer, mixer - Bruce DriscollBruce DriscollBruce Driscoll is a Brazilian/American record producer, songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist. He first gained notoriety as one half of the indie pop band Astaire . Co-writing/Producing/Self-releasing songs with his sister, Erica, the duo quickly became iTunes darlings...
- additional production and mixing - Daniel Gordon - drums, percussion
- Leomaristi dos Santos - double bass
- Rodrigo Nogueira - bass guitar
- Rodrigo Tavares - keyboards, guitar
- Rogério Leitum de Souza - trumpet, flugel horn
- Ted JensenTed JensenTed Jensen is an American recording engineer. Jensen is the chief mastering engineer at Sterling Sound. He started his career as a mastering engineer in 1976 and is currently the most active Mastering Engineer in the industry...
- mastering - Tiago IorcTiago IorcTiago Iorc is a Brazilian musician, singer-songwriter and recording artist. In 2007, his debut acoustic single "Nothing But a Song" reached a nation-wide audience after being featured on a popular Brazilian soap opera. The attention toward his voice and music got him his first record deal and led...
- vocals, acoustic guitar, acoustic piano, writer