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Everything you need to know about the Counting Crows

"Step out the front door like a ghost into the fog where no one notices, the difference, of white on white... in between the moon and you, the angels get a better view, of the crumbling, difference between wrong and right... I walk in the air, between the rain, through myself and back again... why? I don't know... Maria says she's dying through the door I hear her crying......"

This is what I heard placed the very first CD I ever bought into my brand-new CD player, and I've always remembered the lyrics since that first night. This is the beginning of the first song on from "August and Everything After" by the Counting Crows. The song is called "Round Here", and it's the beginning of a nearly flawless album. Adam Duritz has one of those unique voices in the same league as Shannon Hoon from Blind Melon and Mark Sandman from Morphine. There is a distinctive inflection in every word they sing, seemingly drawing on every painful moment they've ever experienced, and transforming it into subtle emotion in every lyric. I've always like distinctive voices, and even more, I like original lyrics and songwriting. If you can write the lyrics of a song on a piece of paper and show them to someone who has never heard of the band or songwriter, and the person responds, "Did you write that poetry?", then you've got the keys for some good music. I'm also shallow at times and enjoy the catchy lyrics and unique rhythms, and that's what makes this album great. You can read the lyrics like poetry, you can tap your foot and be amazed how many instruments and influences the musics involves, and you can feel the emotion they're conveying in every song. This album has no B-side, every song is solid in every way. If you like "Blues Traveler" "Dave Matthews" "Morphine" "Blind Melon", you'll like this album.Read full review...

COUNTING CROWS CROWNING 'CLASSIC'

Even now, the Counting Crows are largely known for their single: Mr. Jones which sounded alot like an altered Hootie and the Blowfish number. That's the mistake people make: this is a brilliant band, much in the vein of R.E.M., who says so much that its almost overwhelming to really listen to the pain in the voice of lead singer songwriter: Adam Duritz. This CD will be destined to be one of the classic CD's of the 1990's, mark my word. Every track cuts with an edge that is suprisingly easy to get around and embrace. The other great single: "Round Here" still represents the 90's to many. One of the rare albums in existence where EVERY track is good, perhaps because it was the band's first album as the Crows and was sort of an omnibus. Highly recommended, and a bargain used at the $2.50-$4 price range in mint condition. Reviewed by Jeff of MacafeezRead full review...

Classic Counting Crows

"August and Everything After" was Counting Crows' first album, and, I think, their best. The songs collected here have a generally melancholy feel, but there are moments of hope, such as in "Mr. Jones" and "Rain King", and they stand out that much more against the grey backdrop. "Round Here", "Ghost Train", and (my personal favorite Counting Crows song) "Sullivan Street" have a haunting raw emotion to them. The album shows that the Crows are more than just their mega-hit "Mr. Jones", and is a classic for those who, like me, fondly remember the early '90's when this was released, as well as for those who had never heard of Counting Crows until they did "Accidentally in Love" for Shrek 2.Read full review...

Loved this cd for years!

Great cd, great value, exactly as described!

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Best album of 1994, hands down.

Adam Duritz's soulful voice blends perfectly with his story telling ability. Every song from this, their debut masterpiece, is a testament to the talent that he has.
The album opens with the mysterious 'Round Here, and soulfully delivers track after track of memorable songs, from Anna Begins, Raining in Baltimore, Time and Time Again, to the iconic Rain King and Mr. Jones, and ends with an upbeat, but no less dramatic flair.
The Counting Crows freshman offering still stands the test of time as the penultimate post-grunge era album.Read full review...

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Great band, I had this years ago and found it for a great price. Their style in this album is more their original style, not so commercialized.

WOW I COULD SEE MYSELF SITTING AND CHATTING WITH YOU

You remind me what it was like to be young..You remind us why we love music..you show us what music is supposed to be like..All these new artists aren't like the ones I used to know..you just can't feel the music like you used to. I know exactly what you mean...Read full review...

Good, mellow rock!

I first heard this disc when it came out, back in '93. All the songs were great,with cathcy rythyms and well writen lyrics! Aside from all the hard and agressive stuff I usually listen to, this disc added some balance and variety to my taste. This is one of those discs I like to listen to just to unwind and relax! Adam Duritz is a great songwriter, and what he says in his lyrics really calms the listener! If you want to hear something peaceful and relaxing,buy this!Read full review...

Counting crows cd

Gteat service and a good and not scratched cd for being used thxe

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Great deal

CD was in great shape for a great price!

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