Superb topic.

Jonathan Richman (a supergroup of one), "Our Dog Is Growing Older Now," on "Colours Are Brighter," a charity record for Save the Children. Contains many notables, including the incomporable Ivor Cutler. Available on streaming but not YouTube.

https://www.allmusic.com/album/colours-are-brighter-songs-for-children-mw0000469624