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Lazy Sun EP

by Jillinda Palmer

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1.
Put on your makeup and dress up right I know it ain’t easy To run a tight ship, get em’ out on time And be a people pleasey Your fuzzy face is More than just a timeless memory Can’t shake this feelin’ I get From a catchy melody Go west for a dream And it ain’t what it seems But you ain’t one to leave Wakka wakka So simple and green But your lady’s so mean You sing a sweet love song You don’t look good ridin’ a bike But you never give up on yourself And you know that’s what I like Go west for a dream And it ain’t what it seems But you ain’t one to leave Wakka wakka So simple and green But your lady’s so mean my world’s not that much different than yours inside of the TV maybe I’ll never know If I’m laughin’ at you or you’re laughin’ at me
2.
It was a morning like every other But I had come down with a fever Mama said, “Baby, you ain’t going to school today.” I crossed my arms with pride and sat down at the window in spite of my little sickness and all it was keeping inside I thought about the day I’d miss Friends playing my favorite games at recess Never thought for a second I would never ever see them again That afternoon brought with it a sound so loud it shook the whole town Progression halted in an instant They had no time to get out Everyone ran in from the fields ill prepared for such a heavy burden All their children Only recognizable by their clothes When I asked Mama, “Why?” As she wiped the tears from our eyes All she could muster to say, “He works in mysterious ways.” I wondered why them and not me I wish New London set me free But I guess there are worse things than to grow up alone As I drive down this misty road Its helps all of my memories unfold when I stop at the faded stones marked with spinning tops and yo yos This is price that we paid It’s only worth what we learn from our mistakes These things have to happen to pave the way for the rest of the world A growing town stopped dead in its tracks It all started from a spark and a flash Smells so sweet now it sickens to ensure this won’t ever happen again.
3.
True Blue 04:52
You have a funny way about you An irresistible intrigue. And every time I’m with you. There’s some place else I probably should be Everywhere I go. You seem to be following behind me I just can’t break away Your temptation is so inviting. I tell myself I don’t want you tell myself I don’t need you. Time and time again I tell myself I can’t have you I just can’t trust myself around you True Blue. I know I’m a strong girl. why do you make me so weak. I made a promise to myself And it’s a promise I have to keep gotta get you outta my head You’re more than outta site outta mind I know do you’ll no good for me But sweet love is so hard to find I tell myself that I don’t want you I tell myself I don’t need you Time and time again. I tell myself I can’t have you I just can’t trust myself around you True Blue. I know if I give in. I’ll beat myself up inside How could a little taste so sweet be worth losing all my pride I can’t keep on resisting you Though I’ve tried and tried and tried How bad can a little bit be Just this one itty bitty time My hearts a danglin’ around you Like a puppet on a string. You’ve got such power over me I fight it with every ounce of my being You’re testin’ my strength you know I want you so bad. I’m always complicating these things By only wanting what I can't have I tell myself that I don’t want you I tell myself I don’t need you Time and time again. I tell myself I can’t have you I just can’t trust myself around you True Blue.
4.
Black El Camino Did you ever see me? When I came out of hiding Why’d you still pass me by? Though my memories are hazy Enough to make a girl crazy I still remember your Black El Camino Black El Camino Could you ever hear me Was my voice just an echo Of what you’ve heard before Though my recollections can’t reflect your intentions I still remember your Black El Camino If you could see me now I’d like to think you’d be proud But I won’t expect too much Cause too much is never enough Black El Camino I have never ever been yours But I can’t deny all That you’ve handed down And all of my questions Will go on unanswered I’ll always remember your Black El Camino
5.
Lazy Sun 03:07
Lazy Sun, if you wanna stay in It’ll be just fine, cause I don’t need your sunshine all the time Lazy Sun, if you need me I’ll be being lazy too Lazy Sun, if you’re bed is so warm that you can’t show face, I’ll just stay right in my shady place ‘cause Lazy Sun, I’m okay being lonely today You know Lazy Sun, a lot of days I feel like you do But time outs can only last so long ‘Cause we all got a job to do, like you Lazy Sun, I gotta tell you the truth The hazy shade, it ain’t-a-half as fun as you So Lazy Sun, please tell me that it’s just for today You know Lazy Sun, a lot of days I feel like you do But time outs can only last so long ‘Cause we all got a job to do, like you Lazy Sun, you gotta come out and play You’ve had long enough, because tomorrow is the first of May Lazy Sun, I guess I can give you today ‘Cause Lazy Sun, I’m okay with being lonely only today
6.
Jimmy 04:45
You know the saying that “No news is good news” When it’s bad that’s always worse I wish I knew the right thing to tell you So you couldn’t hurt anymore This is for someone who I’ve never met I don’t even know his name I’m begging that someone to Turn his head on this one and You’ll live to fight another day Everything happens for a reason But this I can’t understand And when I put it all together It’s still something we never could have planned This is for someone who I’ve never met I don’t even know his name I’m begging that someone to Turn his head on this one and You’ll live to fight another day All those empty things that people say When they have nothing better The silence is so loud. You can’t go out this way Well it ain’t over baby, til it’s over But you were never the type to give up And it’s the hardest thing you’ll ever do But for me that’s enough And this is for someone who I have never met I don’t even know his name I’m begging that someone to Turn his head on this one and You’ll live to fight another day
7.
Black El Camino Did you ever see me When I came out of hiding Why’d you still pass me by Though my memories are hazy Enough to make a girl crazy I still remember your Black El Camino Black El Camino Could you ever hear me Was my voice just an echo Of what you’ve heard before Though my recollections can’t reflect your intentions I still remember your Black El Camino If you could see me now I’d like to think you’d be proud But I won’t expect too much Cause too much is never enough Black El Camino I have never ever been yours But I can’t deny all That you’ve handed down And all of my questions Will go on unanswered I’ll always remember your Black El Camino

about

Jillinda Palmer’s debut EP Lazy Sun has been a long time coming. Like a musical sponge, Jillinda has been soaking up all the best bits and pieces of the creative process through her years of collaboration with some of the best bands and musicians in Los Angeles. Jillinda (a native of Nacogdoches, TX) has played piano, organ, accordion, and provided back-up vocals for a staggering number of LA outfits including, The Damselles & The TC4, the breakups, Hi Ho Silver Oh, The Henry Clay People, The Monolators, SpongeBob & The Hi-Seas, Dan Bern, Sara Radle, Tenlons Fort, Judson, Common Rotation, Daniel Ahearn, Correatown, Le Switch, i make this sound, and The Andy Paley Orchestra. She credits all of these talented musicians as mentors who have helped her develop the singular, sun-dappled sound that defines her EP Lazy Sun.

With Lazy Sun, Jillinda gives us a glimpse into her musical world. From the chaotic and frenzied arrangement of the opening track, “Song For Kermit” to the stripped-down and soulful closer, “Jimmy”, Jillinda shows off her chops like the seasoned pro that she is. Each song on the EP is a distinct musical vignette touching on a multitude of genres including folk (“New London Set Me Free”), country (“Black El Camino”), jazz (Lazy Sun), and the Lennon-esque bluesy rock of “True Blue”. The glue that holds it all together is Jillinda’s voice. Haunting, intimate and honest, her vocal delivery draws you in and leaves you wanting more.

Lazy Sun features collaborations with Tommy Santee Klaws, Aaron Kyle, and Dave (Mustang) Lang along with many other great session players including James King on sax (Fitz and the Tantrums, M83 & Eleni Mandell) and Mike Bolger (Red Hot Chili Peppers, Jewel & Jimmy Cliff) on trumpet and accordion. The record was recorded and mixed by Joe Napolitano (Saint Motel, Hi Ho Silver Oh, & Le Switch) and mastered by Kevin Bartley at Capitol Studios.

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released August 20, 2012

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SONG FOR KERMIT check out the music video! www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVjPEMe5Qyc

BLACK EL CAMINO check out the music video!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5kGZU-j9IU

Jillinda Palmer // Lazy Sun EP

SONG FOR KERMIT
NEW LONDON SET ME FREE
TRUE BLUE
BLACK EL CAMINO
LAZY SUN
JIMMY

SONG FOR KERMIT
Lead Vocals, Wurlitzer, & Percussion Jillinda Palmer // Drums & Percussion Joe Napolitano // Upright & Bowed Bass Tom Paige // Electric Bass Dave (Mustang) Lang // Electric Guitar & Banjo David (Jazz Dave (JD 420)) Elsenbroich // Steel Guitar Kevin Milner // Trumpet & Accordion Mike Bolger // Trombone Nick Daley // Tenor & Bari Sax James King // Clarinet Steve Clothier // Wocka Wocka Chorus Tommy Santee Klaws, Donna Jo Suppipat & Jason Boles

NEW LONDON SET ME FREE (Feat. Tommy Santee Klaws)
Lead Vocals Jillinda Palmer // BG Vocals Tommy Santee Klaws, Donna Jo Suppipat & Jason Boles // Upright & Bowed Bass Tom Paige // Baritone Ukelele Joe Napolitano // Acoustic Guitar Aaron Kyle // Mandolin Jason Boles & Thomas Hien // Accordion Mike Bolger // Steel Guitar Kevin Milner // Violin Chrysanthe Tan

TRUE BLUE
Lead Vocals & Piano Jillinda Palmer // Drums, Percussion, Electric Bass & Keyboards Joe Napolitano // Acoustic Guitar Aaron Kyle // Trumpet Mike Bolger // Trombone Nick Daley // Tenor & Bari Sax James King

BLACK EL CAMINO
Lead Vocals Jillinda Palmer // BG Vocals Rebecca Fishman & Emily St. Amand Poliakoff // Drums & Percussion Joe Napolitano // Upright Bass, Acoustic Guitar, & Wurlitzer Dave (Mustang) Lang // Electric Guitar David (Jazz Dave (JD 420)) Elsenbroich // Steel Guitar Kevin Milner

LAZY SUN
Lead Vocals Jillinda Palmer // BG Vocals Emily St. Amand-Poliakoff // Drums Joe Napolitano // Piano Dave (Mustang) Lang // Upright Bass Walter Spencer // Electric Guitar David (Jazz Dave (JD 420)) Elsenbroich // Trumpet 
& Trombone Jordan Katz // Clarinet Steve Clothier

JIMMY
Lead Vocals, Piano, & Organ Jillinda Palmer // Drums, Percussion, & Electric Bass Joe Napolitano // Electric Guitar Dan Johnson

Jillinda would like to thank... Joe Napolitano, Andy Paley, Jake Gideon, Blake Collins, Ben Jaffe, Jonathan Price, Eli & Mary Chartkoff, Brittney Westover, Maria DeLuca, Joey & Andy Siara, Aaron Beaumont, Dan Bernstein, Eric Kufs, Jack Gibson, Daniel Ahearn, Mindy Jones, Walter Spencer, Casey Trela, Matt Eckel, and Ryan Harrison for sharing their music with her and inspiring her to write songs. Many thanks go to Dusty Wakeman at Mojave Audio. Thanks to Liz and all the fine folks at 1642. She would also like to acknowledge her family, and all of her friends who have supported her throughout her many musical ventures!

Jillinda would like to dedicate... “Jimmy” to Carol Orr and Alicia Williams, and “New London Set Me Free” to all those who perished and those who survived the New London Texas School Explosion on March 18th, 1937. www.newlondonschool.org

All songs written by Jillinda Palmer // Recorded by Joe Napolitano (at Hill n’ Dale Sound) // Additional recording by Tim Mitchell (at Vacation Island Recording, Brooklyn, NY) // Additional recording by Tim O’Sullivan & Jordan Katz // Mixed by Joe Napolitano (at Hill n’ Dale Sound) // Mastered by Kevin Bartley (at Capitol Mastering) // Horns Arranged by Dave (Mustang) Lang // Produced by Mamacat // Front Cover Photography by Blake Collins // Inside Photography by Jillinda Palmer, Tiara Del Fuego, & Alexander Jean-Pierre Radovanovitch // Disk Image Photography by Blake Collins // Back Cover Photography by Deirdre Holmes // Artwork & Layout by Roxy Radulescu

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Jillinda Palmer Los Angeles, California

Palmer finally comes into her own with her new debut EP, Lazy Sun. Her endearing vocals soar over a variety of styles, from the languidly dreamy country-pop of the album's title track to the sly and swanky, horn-laden New Orleans jazz of "Song for Kermit," where she could be describing her own music when she declares, "Can't shake this feeling I get from a catchy melody." —Falling James -LA Weekly ... more

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