VINYL: NM SLEEVE: NM PRESSING: 1982 US LABEL: ASYLUM RECORDS GENRE: ROCK

Warren Zevon's 'The Envoy'. This album is a showcase of Zevon's sharp songwriting skills, with lyrics that touch on topics like politics, drugs, love and death. Warren Zevon is a master of blending humor and tragedy, with songs that will make you laugh, cry and think. Whether he's singing about nuclear arms in the Middle East ('The Envoy'), cocaine addiction ('Charlie's Medicine'), or the quest for fame and fortune ('Looking for the Next Best Thing'), Zevon delivers his words with passion and conviction. And don't forget the music. Zevon plays piano, guitar and synthesizer, and is backed by a stellar cast of musicians, including members of the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and the E Street Band. The result is a rock album that is catchy, edgy and timeless. So don't miss this chance to own one of the best albums by one of the most underrated artists of all time!Some trivia about the album:

- The album was released in 1982 by Asylum Records², but it was a commercial flop and led to Zevon being dropped by his label².
- The title track 'The Envoy' was inspired by American diplomat Philip Habib, who was sent by President Reagan to negotiate peace in the Middle East²³.
- The song 'Charlie's Medicine' was based on the true story of Zevon's drug dealer, who was murdered by a rival gang².
- The song 'Never Too Late for Love' features backing vocals by Karla Bonoff, who was Zevon's girlfriend at the time².

The track listing:

Side one
1. The Envoy (3:12)
2. The Overdraft (2:43)
3. The Hula Hula Boys (3:01)
4. Jesus Mentioned (2:45)
5. Let Nothing Come Between You (3:38)

Side two
6. Ain't That Pretty at All (3:34)
7. Charlie's Medicine (4:48)
8. Looking for the Next Best Thing (3:41)
9. Never Too Late for Love (4:37)