A stark and emotionally charged farewell, Bare As Bone, Bright As Blood stands as the final studio statement from The Pretty Things, recorded shortly before the passing of Phil May. Stripping away electric amplification, the band leans into acoustic blues, folk and roots traditions, echoing the raw spirit of Depression‑era Mississippi. May’s voice — weathered, intimate and unguarded — sits at the centre of sparse arrangements that honour the band’s early R&B origins while embracing a mature, reflective tone. A powerful and poignant closing chapter from one of Britain’s most influential underground groups.

Track Listing

1. Can’t Be Satisfied
2. Come Into My Kitchen
3. Ain’t No Grave
4. Faultline
5. Redemption Day
6. The Devil Had A Hold Of Me
7. Bright As Blood
8. Love In Vain
9. Black Girl
10. To Build A Wall (Phil – For My Kids)
11. Another World

Features

Final studio album featuring Phil May
Acoustic reinterpretations of blues standards and originals
Evokes early R&B and folk‑blues traditions
Includes covers by Gillian Welch, Son House and more
Emotionally resonant, stripped‑back performances
Pressed on 180g red coloured vinyl

Information

Artist: The Pretty Things
Title: Bare As Bone, Bright As Blood
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, 180g, Red
Label: Madfish – SMALP1134
Released: 25 September 2020
Country: UK
Genre: Blues / Rock / Acoustic
Style: Acoustic Blues / Folk Rock
Barcode: 0636551813419
Packaging: Standard sleeve with printed inner
Total Runtime: Approx. 40 minutes