Aggro Femme

I was very recently (3 days ago) introduced to this band via the song by the album’s title, No Depression. The song was originally recorded in 1936 by the Original Carter Family, and instantly reminded me of Big Rock Candy Mountain, typically attributed to Harry McClintock, both songs being from generally the same musical “era,” as it were, during the Depression.

As an aside, I’m no history buff. Remembering what happened when is not one of my strong suits, so if I’m mistaken, leave me a comment and I’ll do my best to swallow my pride and correct myself. =P

BUT! Back to the matter at hand.

Uncle Tupelo sound like the Hank Williamses and They Might Be Giants had children. The musicianship is fantastic (the base lines are particularly technically superior). They broke up in the mid-nineties and formed Son Volt and Wilco, the latter being a band I should be more familiar with, yet sadly am not. This oversight will be rectified soon enough, but after having given them another listen, I may remember that I didn’t like them. *shrug* I’ll let you know. Check out the Wikipedia entry on Uncle Tupelo.

My favorite songs from this album (so far… another premature review) include “Factory Belt,” “No Depression” (naturally), “Whiskey Bottle” and “Life Worth Livin’.”

Let’s go with a 4.25 out of 5. Again, so far.

1 – SUCK!
2 – I guess I should at least finish it…
3 – I kinda liked this one.
4 – Love it!
5 – One of my favorites of all time.

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