Old 97 fans?........Anyone? - Democratic Underground

vi5

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Wed Dec-03-03 08:49 AM
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Old 97 fans?........Anyone?

This band writes such stellar pop/rock tunes with a slight (20%) country feel to them. Rhett Miller is a phenomenal songwriter and lyricist. This band never ceases to make me smile, tap my foot, and hum/sing along.

In a just world they would be huge, but alas.....

Any other fans out there?

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GOPisEvil

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Wed Dec-03-03 08:50 AM
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1. Not a HUGE fan in terms of owning a lot of their music...

...but what I have heard, I like. I've just got SO MUCH country/pop/rock in my collection now, it's hard to add new stuff. :crazy: There always seems to be a more important purchase when it's time to buy cds for some reason.

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vi5

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Wed Dec-03-03 08:57 AM
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2. I know the feeling......

That's why half.com is my savior. If I hunt around at the right times I can get 4-5 cd's used for what I would normally have to spend on only 1-2.

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GOPisEvil

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Wed Dec-03-03 08:59 AM
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3. We have a Cheapo here. Used CDs are a good thing.

The only time I buy new is if I know the band is a small-time outfit that needs every dime. Er, also when I just HAVE to have a new release...

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vi5

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Wed Dec-03-03 09:01 AM
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4. Ditto.....

I'm big on supporting new artists. I'll even buy multiple copies to give to others just to give them some extra sales if I have the cash.

But used CD's are the greatest.

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GOPisEvil

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Wed Dec-03-03 09:05 AM
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6. This is why I have The Wrens, Grand Champeen and The Rite Flyers...

...in my collection from last month alone. :crazy: I saw The Rite Flyers WAY back at South by Southwest (they're local though). FINALLY their damned cd is out, and I bought it from them at an in-store. It is outstanding, especially for a first effort!

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Dhalgren

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Wed Dec-03-03 09:02 AM
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5. I love the Old 97s!

I heard them several years ago on "Austin City Limits". I've bought their cds - I like them alot.

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peekaloo

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Wed Dec-03-03 09:24 AM
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7. I really liked 'Fight Songs'.....

saw the band play a couple of months ago but they didn't include 'Jagged' on their setlist. :-(

I'll agree that Rhett Miller is quite talented, but it seems he may be taking the "pretty boy rock star" route.....x(

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vi5

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Wed Dec-03-03 09:26 AM
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8. Pretty boy? Oh man...

It's possible, but given that ugly mug shot on the cover of his recent solo album, I dont' think he has much of a career in that field.

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