Various Artists: Imaginational Anthem Vol. XII I Thought I Told You - A Yorkshire Tribute to Michael Chapman (Vinyl LP)

Michael Chapman (1941-2021) released his debut album Rainmaker in 1969 on Harvest. He went on to release over fifty albums and influence many with his evocative songwriting and guitar prowess. From heady jams to expressive ballads to experimental noise, Chapman’s work continues to inspire.

Tompkins Square recruited Henry Parker to curate a collection of covers by working musicians from Chapman’s home turf in Northern England. With stunning artwork by local artist Bunty Marshall mapping the important places in Michael’s life, and package design by D. Norsen, this 12th volume of Tompkins Square’s Imaginational Anthem series is the ultimate tribute to a very dearly missed artist.

1. Henry Parker - In The Valley
2. Dean McPhee - Caddo Lake
3. Katie Spencer - You Say 
4. Bobby Lee - Heat Index
5. Holly Blackshaw - March Rain
6. Andrew DR Abbott - (Some) Trains
7. Hawthonn - Kodak Ghosts
8. Chris Brain - Among The Trees