John Vanderslice, producer, hugs.

 

Scott Solter, engineer, David Sylvian stories.

 

Brandon Eggleston, assistant engineer, Steve Malkmus stories.

 

John Darnielle, artiste, binge drinking.

 

Peter Hughes, bass, divorce.

 

Christopher McGuire, drums, Tourette's.

 

Franklin Bruno, keyboards, news from home.

 

Nora, violin, respite from exclusively male company.

 

Themba, dancing, moral support.