In the September 2006 issue of The Believer, writer Paul La Farge presents a compelling argument in his lengthy and often humorous essay on Dungeons & Dragons. He suggests that this beloved role playing game is not just a game, but a powerful ritual. Unlike games, which emphasize individual differences and competition, rituals aim to unite and connect people. This concept of ritual as a uniting force is evident throughout the 25-year history of Jagjaguwar, an independent record label named after a Dungeons & Dragons name generator. From collaborations with other labels like Secretly Canadian, to the close relationships between Jagjaguwar artists and their collaborators, the label has always embraced the idea of ritual in the creation and sharing of music. With Join The Ritual, the latest installment in Jagjaguwar's 25th Anniversary celebration, the label pays tribute to the artists and labels that have influenced and inspired them, creating a magical and transformative experience for both the artists and the listeners. These include legendary

SIDE A:

1. Spencer Krug - Red Dress 2. The Besnard Lakes - Good Morning, Captain 3. They Hate Change - The Seeming and The Meaning 4. Angel Olsen - Cold Blooded Old Times 5. Bruce Hornsby - Feel The Pain 6. Jamila Woods - Fast Car

SIDE B:

7. Nap Eyes - Car 8. S. Carey - Weight of Water 9. Pink Mountaintops - The Concept 10. Cut Worms - One For The Catholic Girls 11. Okay Kaya - Nightswimming