Title: Where were these guys hiding?
Product review: Damn, why didn't someone tell me about these guys before?! I only heard of them through Amazon's automatic recommendation thingy. I've been a fan of the Jayhawks, Wilco, Patty Griffin, BoDeans, etc. for years, and have suffered through Ryan Adams -- what a disappointment! Completely overrated. Anyhow, Old 97's are my new favorites. This album is great fun. It combines country twang with catchy, original melodies and VERY smart, but simple lyrics. Miller's voice is perfect for this style. The "Do you wanna mess around" line in "Buick City Complex" is both endearing and sexual -- innocent but eager. This is my favorite song. "Designs on You" also has some great lyrics. I could go on and on, but I need to check out their other albums now. As I said, I had no idea these guys existed...on one hand, I'm bummed I didn't find them earlier, but finding them now has come at the perfect time. I was beginning to think I would run out of new favorites! BUY THIS ALBUM AND ENJOY!
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