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Weapons of Beauty: Jay Buchanan’s Album Artwork & Working With Jeremy Lipking

Mar 1, 2026
Why did Jay Buchanan choose a "living master" for his solo debut artwork? In this highlight from The Sonic Road Podcast, Rival Sons frontman Jay Buchanan discusses the high-art concept behind his debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty. Jay explains why streaming platforms can never replicate the soulful experience of a vinyl record and details his rare collaboration with world-renowned classical painter Jeremy Lipking. Discover: The Desert Call: How Jay reached out to Lipking from his Mojave bunker, telling the artist, "I think I'm writing a Lipking painting". A Living Master: Why Jay considers Jeremy Lipking to be one of the best classical painters in the world today. The Vinyl Priority: Jay breaks down his "vinyl world" philosophy, from mastering specifically for the turntable to the tactile joy of giving a record as a gift. The Exclusive Portrait: What it means to have a custom-painted portrait as a defining visual for his solo career. Follow Jay Buchanan on Instagram: @jaythebirdthatsings Listen & Purchase Weapons Of Beauty Here: weaponsofbeauty.com Follow Rival Sons Here: rivalsons.com
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