Why It Matters

By

James Stafford

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From the Stacks: Music to Break a Lease!

Great album cover or greatest album cover? Discuss. I’m not sure what I like most about this sleeve. Is it the Jerry Lewis clone on the cover? The fact that this particular apartment building apparently has brick floors? Is it the idea that in 1956 there was such a shortage of shitty, neighbor-annoying music that…

Music to Break a Lease front Great album cover or greatest album cover? Discuss.

I’m not sure what I like most about this sleeve. Is it the Jerry Lewis clone on the cover? The fact that this particular apartment building apparently has brick floors? Is it the idea that in 1956 there was such a shortage of shitty, neighbor-annoying music that a compilation like this was necessary?

And it is annoying. Listen for yourself:

It must have sold, as it inspired at least two more albums: Music to Break a Sub-Lease and More Music to Break a Lease.

If you really want a copy, expect to pay 5-10 bucks. Happy hunting.

Music to Break a Lease back

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Responses to “From the Stacks: Music to Break a Lease!”

  1. April Moseley

    Oh my.

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  2. KatyD

    Actually I have a couple of problem neighbors I’d love to drive out….could I borrow this? 😉

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