Sparhawk and Garrington and Ms. Parker played together live to form the album's foundation.

WSJ: Low's Road to 'The Invisible Way' | Alan Sparhawk | Mimi Parker | Steve Garrington | By Jim Fusilli

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Mr. Sparhawk's guitars, along with the studio's airy ambiance and Mr. Garrington's rumbling piano, provide the platform for the voices.

WSJ: Low's Road to 'The Invisible Way' | Alan Sparhawk | Mimi Parker | Steve Garrington | By Jim Fusilli