Normally, we feature Vancouver artists in On Our Radar.

However, as Neko Case once called Lotusland home when launching her solo career, there's an argument she's an honorary Vancouverite, despite now living in Vermont. 

And even if that wasn't the case, the true American original deserves the spotlight for "Curse of the I-5 Corridor" for reasons that include: 

• The presence of the great Mark Lanegan, who first rose to prominence with the Screaming Trees and has gone on to fashion a solo career that's showcased him as one of the most haunting songwriters in modern America.
• Our weakness for impeccably executed duets, and "Curse of the I-5 Corridor" certainly ticks off all the boxes, dripping regret, desperate longing, and a willingness to accept bad decisions. 
• Cartoon dongs and boobs, sometimes covered in enough hair to make a Greek sailor blush, sometimes sporting sunglasses and hats, sometimes droopier than a St. Bernard, sometimes standing at high noon.

Be forewarned that the below clip offers only a brief taste of "Curse of the I-5 Corridor", which clocks in at a semi-epic seven minutes on Case's new album, Hell-On.

Also, you might want to check out "Jesus Is My Friend" by Sonseed instead if the idea of a cooter with teeth and drooping funbags offends your religious sensibilities.