Tuesday, August 17, 2004
August 12: Counting Crows - August and Everything After
I remarked to one of the 12 Pearls guys this weekend that this '90s month has been a little depressing on some levels, because I'm slowly realizing that almost all the bands I idolized growing up have become completely irrelevant. Today's example: the Counting Crows.
At the moment, the Crows are primarily known for that annoying song on the Shrek 2 soundtrack; prior to that, their last hit was a Joni Mitchell cover that featured Vanessa Carlton on backing vocals. Remember when they were considered cool, combining the music of roots rock with the lyrical sensibilities of REM or U2? Remember when Adam Duritz's voice didn't completely annoy you? Listen to this album, and you will.
At the moment, the Crows are primarily known for that annoying song on the Shrek 2 soundtrack; prior to that, their last hit was a Joni Mitchell cover that featured Vanessa Carlton on backing vocals. Remember when they were considered cool, combining the music of roots rock with the lyrical sensibilities of REM or U2? Remember when Adam Duritz's voice didn't completely annoy you? Listen to this album, and you will.
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