For his most recent album, 2011sBeyond the Sun, roots rocker Chris Isaak went old school.
I had so much fun making that record, Isaak tells EW via email.
No tricks or overdubbing… like Elvis did with [Sun founder] Sam Phillips.
Credit: Andrew Macpherson
They dont chase money, gold records, or hits, Isaak says.
They are crazy about good music, and they will work to get it.
Accordingly,First Comes the Nightforegoes the glitz and pop sheen that could guarantee a hit record.
One minute its love and magic and then the curtain falls.'
Sound Emporium, where he recorded much of the album, is conveniently located next to a good barbecue.
Check out Reverie below andstay tunedforFirst Comes the Night, out Nov. 13.
