Cruel Billie
Playgirl of the Western World
A richly layered and genre-spanning record, "Playgirl of the Western World" moves between psychedelic pop, disco-funk, western-tinged country, retro rock, and beyond. Produced by Chris Dixie Darley (Father John Misty), the album leans into a distinct vintage aesthetic, brought to life through a wide palette of analog instrumentation and warm, textured production.
Cruel Billie’s songwriting is both distinctive and deeply expressive, carried by vocals that feel as intimate as they are commanding. There’s a clear sense of identity and presence throughout as she tells her stories.
The album opens with “Bird on a Wire,” the lead single that has steadily built momentum since its release last year. Elsewhere, “Run ’Til Ruin” taps into an old western energy, while “Kerosene” drives forward with urgency and a familiar pulse. Tracks like “Temperament Sanguine” and “Gloom Punch” reveal a more introspective side, adding depth to the album's emotional range.
Recorded in full at Voyager Studios, the project also marks the first lead engineering credit for V Records founder Derek Burroughs. The result is a cohesive, immersive listen that rewards repeat plays and reflects a clear attention to detail from performance through production.
Side A
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A1) Bird On A Wire
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A2) Napoleon James Marlon
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A3) Stranger
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A4) Gloom Punch
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A5) Trouvaille
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A6) Run 'Til Ruin
Side B
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B1) Milk On Linoluem
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B2) Adoration
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B3) Kerosene
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B4) Temperament Sanguine
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B5) Centralia
Music mastered for vinyl by Well Made Music. Vinyl pressed by Gotta Groove Records. Artwork by Harrison Roberts. Listen to Playgirl of the Western World on your favorite streaming platform: