A masterpiece that culminates roots rock exploration with controversial artwork!
Building on the momentum of their previous album, this album boldly introduced elements of psychedelia and folk, reaching the top of the US charts and establishing their position as the standard-bearers of vintage rock in the 90s.
This important album inherits the soul of vintage rock while infusing it with a unique experimental spirit. Moving away from the straightforward sound of their previous albums, the band's musical approach, incorporating Latin rhythms and jam session-inspired elements, was highly praised by many critics as "fresh and original." It reached number 11 in the US and number 8 in the UK, and achieved RIAA Gold certification in the US, shipping over 500,000 copies. These figures demonstrate that their earthy yet sophisticated rock garnered solid support, even during the heyday of alternative music.
11 TRACKS:
1)
Gone
2)
A Conspiracy
3)
High Head Blues
4)
Cursed Diamond
5)
Nonfiction
6)
She Gave Good Sunflower
7)
P. 25 London
8)
Ballad In Urgency
9)
Wiser Time
10)
Downtown Money Waster
11)
Descending
Percussion - Eric Bobo
Steel Guitar [Pedal] - Bruce Kaphan
Producer - Jack Joseph Puig
Recorded By, Mixed By - Jack Joseph Puig
Producer - The Black Crowes
Mastered By - Bob Ludwig
Performer [Assorted Musical Gifts] - Andy Sturmer
Engineer [Assistant] - Jeff Sheehan
Mandolin - Jimmy "Two Fingers" Ashhurst
Drums [The Smashing Of The Skins] - Steve Gorman
Guitar [The Guitar Playing] - Rich Robinson
Written-By - Rich Robinson
Bass [Bass Fishing] - Johnny Colt
Art Direction [Album Art And Art Direction Conceptualized] - Chris Robinson (2)
Vocals, Harmonica [The Singing And The Harmonica Playing] - Chris Robinson (2)
Written-By - Chris Robinson (2)
Guitar [Playing The Guitar] - Marc Ford
Art Direction [Album Art And Art Direction Conceptualized] - Janet Levinson
Design - Janet Levinson
Keyboards [The Keyboard Playing And Encounters] - Eddie Harsch