Spencer Cullum - Spencer Cullum's Coin Collection 2

On Coin Collection 2, Spencer Cullum shifts course from the overt English folk stylings of his debut, aiming instead for something more elusive and personal. “You can never escape your musical influences,” he says, “but I wanted them to be more hidden sub-consciously than upfront.” The result is a richly textured, subtly psychedelic folk-pop album that nods to its inspirations while carving out a voice of its own.

Recorded over just two days in Nashville, the album’s ease and cohesion belie its emotional depth. Cullum’s gentle delivery—somewhere between Robert Wyatt and Ray Davies—pairs with lyrics that touch on themes like dementia and violence, often hidden beneath soft harmonies and lush arrangements. Guests like Dana Gavanski, Yuma Abe, Caitlin Rose, Erin Rae, and Rich Ruth lend subtle but vital contributions, never crowding the space, but enhancing the album’s immersive quality.

A thoughtful, carefully assembled work that rewards close listening.

Label: Full Time Hobby
Format: Silver Vinyl LP