NEM#38: Jonathan Segel’s Long-Form Songs

Jonathan played in the '80s with Camper van Beethoven and has since put out 40+ solo albums, sometimes with songs, sometimes guitar improvisations, or instrumental music for dance or film. We discuss his lengthy art-rock songs with political content: "Sleep for a Hundred Years" and the title track from Superfluity (2017), then look back to "Civil Disobedience" from Edgy not Artsy (2003). End song: "Hey You (I Know You Know Me)" from All Attractions (2012). Opening music: "Auspicious Circles" from Site (2008). Closing music: "Still Wishing to Course" from Camper Van Beethoven (1986). Learn more at jonathansegel.com. Hear more Nakedly Examined Music. Like our Facebook page.