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Home Grown

Blue Mountain · 1998

45 min · 12 tracks · alternative country

A gritty blend of alt-country and Southern rock that evokes the essence of small-town life and its complexities.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Myrna Lee — This track features introspective storytelling woven with a catchy melody, showcasing the band's ability to blend personal narratives with universal themes.
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    Generic America — A satirical take on American culture, this song stands out with its sharp lyrics and driving rhythm, making a poignant statement about societal norms.
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    It Ain’t Easy to Love a Liar — This song captures the emotional struggle of relationships fraught with deceit, highlighted by heartfelt vocals and rich instrumentation that enhances its impact.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Generic America

    The chorus shifts from a detailed critique of American consumerism to a resigned acceptance of it.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Bloody 98 2:47
  • 2 Myrna Lee 3:45
  • 3 Pretty Please 5:02
  • 4 Black Dog 2:34
  • 5 Generic America 4:20
  • 6 Last Words of Midnight Clyde 4:55
  • 7 Babe 4:04
  • 8 It Ain’t Easy to Love a Liar 4:59
  • 9 Ira Magee 4:10
  • 10 Town Clown 2:44
  • 11 Dead End Street 4:21
  • 12 Rain 1:42

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