James Ferraro paints a 21st century still life on his debut album for Hippos In Tanks.

James Ferraro paints a 21st century still life on his debut album for Hippos In Tanks.

“Imagine a Darius Milhuad-guided tour of 5th Avenue. Imagine a Whole Foods bakery that sells only cakes emblazoned with frosting replicas of Camille Pissarro’s “Haying at Eragny.” These are the surreal utopias Ferraro brings to life with sixteen swirly-pop concoctions sure to sell out at the candy stores. So slip in your ear buds, and welcome to Far Side Virtual.” Hippos on Tanks