The Prodigal Son (Ry Cooder album)
The Prodigal Son is a 2018 studio album, the sixteenth to be released by American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ry Cooder. The album was released on May 11, 2018, by Concord and Perro Verde record labels. The record also produced two singles.
The Prodigal Son (Ry Cooder album)
Election Special is the 15th studio album by American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ry Cooder. It was released on August 16, 2012, by Perro Verde and Nonesuch Records. Cooder recorded and produced the album mostly at Drive-By Studios in North Hollywood, performing all of the instrumentation, including bass, guitar, and mandolin, with the exception of drums, which were played by his son Joachim.
Election Special
Cooder's lyrics reflected populist ideals and sentiments. (The Fourth Estate pictured)
"Mutt Romney Blues" and its music video satirized then-Presidential nominee Mitt Romney.