Triage (David Baerwald album)

The album was produced by Bill Bottrell, Baerwald, and Dan Schwartz. Baerwald was open to different musical styles and tried not to limit the music to any specific genre. Many of its songs were influenced by politics and conspiracy theories. The album is dedicated to politicians and government officials disliked by Baerwald. Herb Alpert played trumpet on "A Secret Silken World"; due to its theme of sadism, Joni Mitchell allegedly counseled against recording the song. "Nobody" was written after Baerwald tagged along with members of the LAPD gang division. "A Bitter Tree" addresses adultery. The closing two songs incorporate more optimistic sentiments. ==Critical reception==

The New York Times wrote that the album "leavens its juicy dollops of depravity and paranoia with just enough humor to keep from being an apocalyptic bore." The Calgary Herald noted that Baerwald's "voice—singing, mumbling and shouting those powerful lyrics—carries Triage, with the music pushed down to a subtle supporting role." AllMusic rated Triage 4.5 out of 5 stars, deeming it "a bumpy ride." ==Track listing==

• David Baerwald – vocals, guitars, keyboards, bass • Bill Bottrell – guitars, keyboards, vocals, loops • Greg Arreguin – guitar • David Daniels – guitar • Dan Schwartz – bass, guitar • David Kemper – drums • Brian MacLeod – drums • Kevin Gilbert – piano, drums • Herb Alpert – trumpet on "A Secret Silken World" ==References==