This blue vinyl edition of Year of the Dark Horse reflects the ongoing evolution of The White Buffalo, led by Jake Smith under the guidance of Grammy-winning producer Jay Joyce. Notable tracks like "Kingdom for a Fool" and "52 Card Pickup" reveal Smith's introspective storytelling, set against a foundation of country and rock that resonates throughout the album. Recorded in Joyce's Nashville studio, this work establishes Smith further as a potent songwriter with a style that lingers in the mind long after listening.