Creative troubadour behind “Balloon Man,” “Madonna of the Wasps,” “So You Think Youre In Love”

Existing fans will rightfully be thrilled that Hitchcock not only hasn’t lost his edge, but has sharpened his knives on this superb set. Newcomers can start here to get a whiff of one of music’s most pungent, eccentric and lovable journeymen doing what he does best. Now with 21 total albums in his career, this show will demonstrate that you have much more to explore.