Mitski – Be The Cowboy [Black Vinyl LP, Gatefold Jacket]

Widely acclaimed as one of the defining indie rock albums of the late 2010s, Be The Cowboy represents Mitski at her most focused and emotionally direct. This black vinyl LP with gatefold jacket captures the Japanese-American singer-songwriter’s masterful blend of introspective lyricism and deceptively catchy melodies that made the album a critical and commercial breakthrough. The record showcased Mitski’s ability to distill complex emotions into concise, powerful songs while expanding her sonic palette with producer Patrick Hyland, creating her most accessible yet deeply personal work.

The album’s musical landscape seamlessly weaves together indie rock, synth-pop, and art rock elements, with Mitski’s vulnerable vocals serving as the emotional anchor throughout fourteen carefully crafted tracks. Opening statement “Geyser” sets the tone with its stark arrangement and raw honesty, while the infectious “Nobody” became a viral sensation that introduced her music to a broader audience. The haunting ballad “First Love / Late Spring” demonstrates her gift for capturing universal feelings of longing and loss with poetic precision, creating one of her most emotionally resonant compositions.

This gatefold vinyl edition provides enhanced presentation with expanded artwork and liner notes that complement the album’s intimate nature. The standard weight pressing delivers solid audio quality that preserves the album’s dynamic range and sonic details, while the gatefold packaging offers additional visual elements that enhance the listening experience. The pressing serves as an attractive physical representation of one of indie rock’s most celebrated recent releases.

• Format: Black Vinyl LP
• Standout tracks: “Geyser,” “Nobody,” “First Love / Late Spring”
• Pressing details: Gatefold jacket, standard weight vinyl, expanded artwork
• Genre/style: Indie Rock, Art Pop, Singer-Songwriter, Alternative Rock
• UPC: 656605145013

Be The Cowboy stands as a compelling entry point for newcomers to Mitski’s artistry and a rewarding listen for established fans.

* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.

Track List:

Side A:

1. Geyser
2. Why Didn’t You Stop Me?
3. Old Friend
4. A Pearl
5. Lonesome Love
6. Remember My Name
7. Me And My Husband

Side B:

1. Come Into The Water
2. Nobody
3. Pink In The Night
4. A Horse Named Cold Air
5. Washing Machine Heart
6. Blue Light
7. Two Slow Dancers