February 25, 2015--The Black Crowes, Seein' Things

Artist:  The Black Crowes
Song:  Seein' Things
Album:  Shake Your Money Maker

Okay, so I was skipping through my music library when this beauty appeared.  And since it brings me memories of my childhood of my mother screaming into a diet coke bottle as if it were her microphone, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to share it with the world.  Too bad I don't have a video of her singing it though....Just kidding, mom.  I wouldn't do that. 

These guys started in 1989.  Two brothers, Chris and Rich Robinson.  Their father had tried to discourage them from pursuing their musical passion as he hadn't had such a great experience himself.  However, their first album "Shake Your Money Maker" just so happened to be a success selling over one million copies and being their best selling (and my favorite) album to date.  The band has seen their fair share of struggles, some of which they brought on themselves.

They have released 9 studio albums, none of which were as successful as their first.  However, when the group tours, they still play to sold out venues.  However, it isn't the "real" group.  Sure, Chris is still there, but Rich and he had a falling out and Rich no longer tours with the band.  Over the years there has been a slew of different musicians come and go, but the brothers always remained.  Until now.  

You need a graph just to see the changes in their line-up over the years.  If you haven't, you should watch "Almost Famous".  Actress Kate Hudson played Penny Lane.  Kate was married to the Black Crowes' lead singer, Chris Robinson for some time until their divorce. 

Enjoy!

--kk