Ryan Adams, Zach Galifianakis, more join Merge 20th set

As previously reported, Merge records is celebrating its first 20 years with a uber-special box set, released in 14 special editions and curated by some special musically inclined guests. Already announced? The currently guitar-less Peter Buck (of R.E.M.) and Junebug director Phil Morrison. Think that's exciting? Just wait until you hear who else the indie label has on the dock for your listening pleasure.

A little birdie tells us that none other than Zach Galifianakis, Marjane Satrapi (Persepolis), Alex Ross, and artists Andrea Zittel and Kara Walker are getting in on the action. In addition to these lovely add-ons, we've also been let it on a special two-disc bonus. The first features covers of Merge favorites by non-Merge artists such as Ryan Adams, Death Cab for Cutie, The National and others. The second disc contains remixed Merge songs by Battles, Jason Forrest, Four Tet and more.

So, what are you waiting for? You've got until January to order up.

Related links:
Feature: Rhymes with Crouton: The Touching Story of Zach Galifianakis
Cover Story: Ryan Adams: The View from the Plateau
Cover Story: The Meaning of Life By Ben Gibbard

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