On May 14, 1996, “Carrot Top” label released “Milk and Scissors”, the second Handsome Family album. It was recorded 1995 – 199, at “Kingsize Sound Laboratories” in Chicago, Illinois, and was produced by Dave Trumfio, Brett Sparks, Rennie Sparks and Mike Werner.
Personnel:
- Brett Sparks – vocals, guitar, dobro, organ, harmonica, lap steel
- Rennie Sparks – vocals, bass
- Mike Werner – percussion
- Diane Murphy – band photography
- Brad Miller – cover photography
- Rennie & Mike, Sheila Sachs – design
Tracks listing:
All music by Brett Sparks, all lyrics by Rennie Sparks, except where noted.
- Lake Geneva
- Winnebago Skeletons
- Drunk By Noon
- The House Carpenter – traditional, arranged by Brett Sparks, Rennie Sparks and Mike Werner, inspired by Clarence Ashley’s 1930 recording
- The Dutch Boy
- The King Who Wouldn’t Smile
- Emily Shore 1819-1839
- 3-Legged Dog – Darrell Sparks
- #1 Country Song – Brett Sparks
- Amelia Earhart vs. The Dancing Bear
- Tin Foil
- Puddin’ Fingers – Mike Werner
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