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THE REVIEW
1999- This is perhaps the most important period for the Counting Crows who manage to confirm with this album (Certified platinum on 1/24/00) everything they had demonstrated in their previous releases (Recovering the Satellites, August and Everything After). A deep and at times very melancholic album, but not for the entire duration of the album.
The first two tracks in a very country style "Hanginaraund" and "Mrs. Potter's Lullaby" are indeed very pleasant and catchy and introduce what I consider the most beautiful track of the album "Amy Hit the Atmosphere" [Amy ha raggiunto l'atmosfera] which tells the story of a girl who emerged from the tunnel of drugs in the darkest moment of crisis. Track no. 4 is called "Four Days", not coincidentally, and I consider it a very "dark" song due to the stylistic choices especially of the guitarists. The following tracks, both very long, can be considered the "heart" of the album ("All My Friends" and "High Life") and accompany a "Colorblind" that upon listening can only instill anguish and sadness in the soul, thanks to the voice of singer Adam Duritz and his piano (soundtrack of "Cruel Intentions" 1999). The song with which the third work of the CC concludes is "St. Robinson in His Cadillac Dream," a fast-paced and engaging ballad that was the first to see the light among all.
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This Desert Life, Counting Crows' third album, confirms their reputation with platinum success and emotional depth. The album mixes country influences with melancholic themes, highlighted by standout tracks such as Amy Hit the Atmosphere and Colorblind. Adam Duritz's voice and piano create a soulful experience recognized even in popular culture. The review praises the album’s blend of moods and musical complexity.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Counting Crows
Counting Crows are an American rock band formed in 1991, best known for emotionally driven, roots-influenced alternative rock centered on vocalist Adam Duritz. Their 1993 debut “August and Everything After” became their defining release and introduced the hit “Mr. Jones.”12 Reviews
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By Angeldust82
"This Desert Life seals my associative/assertive network by bringing together 10 tracks like a florist would assemble a bunch of poppies and snowdrops."
"'This Desert Life' remains the least known, sold, and probably least representative album of the 7 from San Francisco, but what can I say...it works!!!"
