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unusual facts about Black Francis


Double tracking

Some critics complained that the effect gave the impression that Lennon recorded all his vocals in a bathroom, but some performers, like Black Francis and Paul Simon, value the rich echo chamber sound that it produces.


Dan Schmid

In 2007, Schmid was selected to play in former Pixies singer and then Eugene resident Black Francis' backing band, recording bass guitar on his critically acclaimed album Bluefinger and playing on his international tour supporting the album.


see also

Svn Fngrs

Svn Fngrs is a mini-album by Black Francis (aka Frank Black), released on March 3, 2008.