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A quiet revelation, Small Talk is a lovingly assembled compilation of unsung brilliance—private press rarities and lost recordings that sit at the hazy intersection of soul, jazz, folk, and soft psychedelic groove. True to Forager Records’ reputation for deep digs and warm fidelity, this collection doesn’t shout—it whispers, charms, and lingers.

Every track feels like a secret passed from one dusty crate to another. There’s a homespun intimacy in the songwriting, a soft-lit analog glow to the production—warm Rhodes pianos, brushed drums, hushed harmonies, and just enough groove to sway the body as much as the heart. You can hear echoes of Shuggie Otis, Terry Callier, or early 70s Tim Buckley—but these artists exist in their own orbit, outside of time and trend.

Rather than a retrospective, Small Talk plays like a mixtape from a parallel past—a soundtrack for golden-hour listening, slow mornings, and late-night reflections. It's a collection that rewards stillness and deep attention.

A quietly essential addition to any vinyl collection rooted in soulful obscurities, mellow psych, and the unpolished beauty of the underground.