--- product_id: 7890740 title: "The Lonesome Crowded West" price: "R978" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7890740-the-lonesome-crowded-west store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # The Lonesome Crowded West **Price:** R978 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Lonesome Crowded West - **How much does it cost?** R978 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7890740-the-lonesome-crowded-west) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Subject to it's own Pitchfork documentary, listed in numerous prestigious Best Albums of the 90s lists, and destined to be re-discovered by continuous generations, THE LONESOME CROWDED WEST stands as the defacto Northwest indie-rock record. Originally released in 1997, it not only helped shape the sound that came to be associated with the American Pacific Northwest, but across these sprawling, wide-open 15 songs, Modest House helped redefine what was possible for guitar music. As such, THE LONESOME CROWDED WEST has often been mimicked, but it's awesome open-hearted existentialism and manic ambition has rarely been matched. A modern classic that demands reappraisal. Review: How did I miss this in 1997? - A truly amazing piece of work that I wish I had discovered in 1997. "The Lonesome Crowded West" is some of Modest Mouse's finest work, and perhaps one of the top albums of the 90's. From the very first line of "Teeth like God's Shoeshine," you know this is going to be an interesting record. And interesting is a major understatement. Singer Isaac Brock comes in spitting fire, teetering on the edge of sanity as he sing/yells his way through the despair and the search for meaning in life. Brock, along with bassist Eric Juby , drummer Jeremiah Green and a handful of guest musicians deliver a powerful, multi-layered, intricate collection of songs, each unique in their own right, and never boring. Especially check out the hypnotic "Heart Cooks Brain," "Convenient Parking and "Doin' the Cockroach." For new listeners, it may be a little tough to digest on the first listen. After a couple spins, this album will grab hold of you and be a staple in your musical diet for a long time to come. Review: Great value - Modest Mouse, enough said ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00N3B8VQS | | Best Sellers Rank | #14,411 in CDs & Vinyl ( See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl ) #7,223 in Rock (CDs & Vinyl) | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (668) | | Date First Available | August 29, 2014 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item model number | GPLP009 | | Label | Glacial Pace Rec. | | Language | English | | Manufacturer | Glacial Pace Rec. | | Number of discs | 2 | | Original Release Date | 2014 | | Product Dimensions | 12 x 12.6 x 1 inches; 1.45 Pounds | ## Images ![The Lonesome Crowded West - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41AUt3LUgRL.jpg) ![The Lonesome Crowded West - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81qMguWRO3L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ How did I miss this in 1997? *by B***R on August 28, 2005* A truly amazing piece of work that I wish I had discovered in 1997. "The Lonesome Crowded West" is some of Modest Mouse's finest work, and perhaps one of the top albums of the 90's. From the very first line of "Teeth like God's Shoeshine," you know this is going to be an interesting record. And interesting is a major understatement. Singer Isaac Brock comes in spitting fire, teetering on the edge of sanity as he sing/yells his way through the despair and the search for meaning in life. Brock, along with bassist Eric Juby , drummer Jeremiah Green and a handful of guest musicians deliver a powerful, multi-layered, intricate collection of songs, each unique in their own right, and never boring. Especially check out the hypnotic "Heart Cooks Brain," "Convenient Parking and "Doin' the Cockroach." For new listeners, it may be a little tough to digest on the first listen. After a couple spins, this album will grab hold of you and be a staple in your musical diet for a long time to come. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value *by M***M on October 29, 2025* Modest Mouse, enough said ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent *by S***S on May 21, 2025* Excellent condition and fast delivery! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7890740-the-lonesome-crowded-west](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/7890740-the-lonesome-crowded-west) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*