"The internet was made for artists like Ed Askew who were ignored in their time, and are now ready to be uncovered, rediscovered, repackaged and reissued to new generations, who can then make Lil B memes out of his old press shots. Consequence of Sound is premiering his new song “For The World” featuring guest vocals from Sharon Van Etten. Askew's tactile, matter-of-fact lyrics draw out a storybook structure, while banjo plucking and bouncy barroom chords draw you into its communal vibe. It's an experience that's meant to be shared, like two hands coming together… read more
"The internet was made for artists like Ed Askew who were ignored in their time, and are now ready to be uncovered, rediscovered, repackaged and… read more
"The internet was made for artists like Ed Askew who were ignored in their time, and are now ready to be uncovered, rediscovered, repackaged and reissued to new generations, who can… read more
Ed Askew (born Edward C. Askew in Stamford, Connecticut, in 1940) is an American singer-songwriter and painter who first recorded in 1968. He collaborated with Sharon Van Etten on his 2013 album For the World. Askew is known for his album in the original ESP Disk’s vague rock/folk/freak series, issued eponymously and since reissued as Ask The Unicorn. Years later, thanks to detective work by Clint Simonson of the De Stijl Records imprint, it turned out that Askew had recorded a follow-up to his ESP Disk in 1970 that had lain in the can for decades. Originally released as a limited … read more
Ed Askew (born Edward C. Askew in Stamford, Connecticut, in 1940) is an American singer-songwriter and painter who first recorded in 1968. He collaborated with Sharon Van Etten on his 2013 … read more
Ed Askew (born Edward C. Askew in Stamford, Connecticut, in 1940) is an American singer-songwriter and painter who first recorded in 1968. He collaborated with Sharon Van Etten on his 2013 album For the World. Askew is known for his al… read more