"John Cale's 'Mercy': A Restless and Collaborative Masterpiece"

John Cale, the avant-garde music legend, has released a new album titled "Mercy" at the age of 80. The album is a highly collaborative effort featuring artists such as Weyes Blood, Sylvan Esso, and Animal Collective. Cale embraced unconventional approaches to songwriting, drawing inspiration from hip-hop and improvisation. The album took 2.5 years to complete, and Cale is now preparing to go on tour, always seeking new solutions and pushing the boundaries of his music.