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Drugs, Ladies, Locations

by Clay Otis

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"Drugs, Ladies, Locations" is an outtake from the 2014 experimental kraut-punk-infused album CITIZEN CLAY, featuring a supergroup of DREAM TEAM and THE SHEIKS. It was the last track recorded during the sessions at the end of a very long weekend -- conceived in the moment and improvised on the spot in a final, late night burst of catharsis.

"DLL" didn't make the cut for CITIZEN CLAY. At that point the song was still a raw jam with a runtime of nearly 30 minutes. Clay intended to have it edited down and released on its own as a single. But as is often the case with prolific songwriters, his enthusiasm for moving forward and creating new music always took priority.

After several stops and starts over a period of several years, "DLL" was finally edited in August of 2021 by Toby Vest and mixed by Pete Matthews at their Memphis studio, High/Low Recording. American Grapefruit is proud to release this recording in honor of what would be our beloved friend Clay “Otis” Hardee's 40th birthday.

If you purchase this track, you'll receive the high quality 48k/24-bit master file, high res artwork, and 6 additional promotional designs created by St. Francis Elevator Ride.

All proceeds from the sales of this track will be donated to the Memphis Community Bail Fund.
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Happy Birthday, Clayboi.

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released September 24, 2021

Clay "Otis" Hardee - Vocals
Jake Vest - Bass
Brent Stabbs - Guitar
Greg Faison - Drums
Frank McLallen - Juno-106
Keith Cooper - Guitar
Jesse Davis - Backing vocals
St. Francis Elevator Ride - Art

Engineered and edited by Toby Vest
Mixed by Pete Matthews
Mastered by Matt Qualls

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"Clay Otis & The Showbiz Lights (Pop)- A Showbiz Lights show is a genre-bending walk through the history of pop seen through the tormented, girl crazy mind of Clay Otis Hardee. Backed by members of Tiger High, Dream Team, and The Bulletproof Vests."
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