James Kochalka Superstar – Carrot Boy The Beautiful (CD + Comic Book, Album, 2002, Sudden Shame Records)

Why This CD Matters
Carrot Boy The Beautiful is a whimsical rock opera that combines music and graphic storytelling in a uniquely creative multimedia format. Created by Vermont cartoonist and indie music figure James Kochalka, the album blends lo-fi pop, indie rock, and imaginative narrative themes into a cult favorite of the early-2000s DIY arts scene. The combination of music and comic art makes it a distinctive release within both indie rock and alternative comics circles.

Collector Note
2002 US release on Sudden Shame Records. As a CD-and-comic package created by acclaimed Vermont cartoonist James Kochalka, this title holds crossover appeal for collectors of independent music, graphic novels, and Vermont cultural artifacts.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
CD: M factory new and unplayed
Case: NM with minimal shelf wear
Booklet: NM clean and complete, includes comic book

Technical Details
Format: CD + Comic Book, Album
Label: Sudden Shame Records
Country: USA
Released: 2002
Genre: Rock
Style: Indie Rock, Lo-Fi, Art Rock, Comic Pop

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Overture To Carrot Boy
Onions
Army
Mrs. Potato's Garden
Stormy Weather
Drink Water
The Secret Origin Of Carrot Boy
The Argument
Hey Kitty
Crumple
Pathetic
Explosion
Kitty Is Angry
The Miracle
She Loves Me
Why Can't We All Be Carrot Boy?

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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