Scattered, Smothered and Covered cover

Scattered, Smothered and Covered

Hootie & the Blowfish · 2000

56 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · roots rock

A reflective collection of rootsy rock covers infused with Hootie & the Blowfish's signature warmth and melodic storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments for quiet evenings
  • warm melodies for road trips
  • gradual emotional builds throughout
  • nostalgic covers with heartfelt delivery
  • catchy sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike slower, reflective pacing

Where this album fits

Career context
By the release of 'Scattered, Smothered and Covered', Hootie & the Blowfish had transitioned from their commercial peak in the 1990s into a phase of exploring influences through cover songs. This album, released on October 24, 2000, marks their first release after the multi-platinum success of 'Cracked Rear View' and showcases their willingness to reinterpret music from various genres while maintaining their core sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Counting Crows· Gin Blossoms· Matchbox Twenty

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fine Line 3:32
  • 2 I Go Blind 3:14
  • 3 Almost Home 3:51
  • 4 Hey Hey What Can I Do 3:52
  • 5 Renaissance Eyes 5:04
  • 6 Before the Heartache Rolls In 4:24
  • 7 Araby 2:49
  • 8 I'm Over You 4:18
  • 9 Gravity of the Situation 4:36
  • 10 I Hope That I Don't Fall in Love With You 2:58
  • 11 Dream Baby 3:00
  • 12 Driver 8 4:27
  • 13 Let Me Be Your Man 3:04
  • 14 Please, Please, Please Let Me Get What I Want 1:50
  • 15 Use Me 5:01

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