Dirty Rice 2016 Southern California troubadour Jim Sullivan

Southern California troubadour Jim Sullivan -- not to be confused with British guitarist Big Jim Sullivan -- was a big man with a big voice who built up a small regional following in the late '60s and convinced an old friend to start a label for the sole purpose of releasing his debut album in 1969

In my opinion it checks all the boxes

While the sound on this one isn’t as dirty as their earlier albums

The album showcases a strong musical identity and abstract yet incisive lyricism

the music and song titles carry themes of introversion

Dirty Rice 2016 Southern California troubadour Jim SullivanAfter a seven year break, Californian punks Mad Caddies released Dirty Rice in 2014. Showcasing the bands ska reggae tendencies, Dirty Rice features 12 songs that highlights their ability to write and record a uniquely Californian punk sound.