“Well,” Laney said, after some thought, and feeling a peculiar compulsion to attempt a truthful answer, “I remember buying their first album. When it came out.” “Title?” The one-eared man grew graver still. “ ‘Lo Rez Skyline,” ’ Laney said, grateful for whatever minute synaptic event had allowed the recall. “But I couldn’t tell you how many they’ve put out since.” “Twenty-six, not counting compilations,” said Mr. Yamazaki, straightening his glasses.
