Bandmixers Discography Series / Selections From -
COUNTING CROWS / GREATEST HITS COMPILATION (2003)
|
Counting Crows is an American rock band formed in 1991 in Berkeley, California. The band’s sound blends alternative rock, folk, and Americana influences, characterized by introspective lyrics and Adam Duritz’s distinctive, emotive vocals. Counting Crows gained widespread attention with their debut album, August and Everything After (1993), which included the hit single “Mr. Jones,” a song that became an anthem of the 1990s and helped propel the band into mainstream success. They followed up with Recovering the Satellites (1996), which included hits like “A Long December” and “Angels of the Silences,” further solidifying their place in 1990s rock. Counting Crows have maintained a loyal fan base over the years, releasing several albums such as This Desert Life (1999), Hard Candy (2002), and Somewhere Under Wonderland (2014). Although they have seen changes in lineup over the years, the core of the band has remained consistent with Duritz as the primary songwriter and frontman. The band is known for their energetic live performances and deep, emotional songs about love, loss, and self-reflection. While their commercial success has fluctuated over the years, Counting Crows remain a respected and enduring act in rock music, with a lasting influence on the alt-rock genre.
|
|
FEATURED SONG SELECTIONS
|
BAND MEMBER SLOTS
|
SERIES INFORMATION
|
Note: If you're signing up for "Guitar 1" as your primary instrument you're committing to lead and rhythm guitar parts, whereas "Guitar 2" is rhythm guitar-parts only unless otherwise agreed upon by participating guitarists. Overall song presentation by all musicians should follow standard instrumentation and arrangements as originally recorded on the song's studio versions, keeping everyone on the same page regarding practice time and event performances.
Bandmixers - Discography / Rules of Participation
- All participating musicians are required to have an intermediate to advanced-level skill set and playing ability to participate (see FAQ).
- At-home individual learning/practicing along with the ability to readily-apply your respective playing parts into a group rehearsal and live performance setting.
- If you're new to the community and/or are unsure if a given band is the right fit for your particular skill level but have interest in participating, drop us a note and tell us a bit about your playing background, skill level, ability to accurately learn material on your own, etc.
Series Program Format
- We select 4 iconic albums, choose 6 classic tracks from each to make up 4 Discography bands per live event.
- Participating musicians self-select into one of the event's album-showcase bands based on their primary instrument and ability-level.
- Participant cost is $295 and includes:
- Dedicated band members
- FoF hosted band "meet-n-greet" session
- Three, 2-hour pre-scheduled band rehearsal sessions at our studio facility (see schedule above)
- Curated 6 to 7-song album set w/band selected "bonus" track (7 to 8 song-set in all)
- Venue booking, show promotion and event hosting
- Complimentary drink
- Awesome live show for friends, family and the FoF community!
|
Step One: Claim Your Spot
Please fill out AND submit the form below BEFORE proceeding to payment step.
|
Step Two: Submit Payment
Payment reserves your album selection and instrument choice. Payments are processed through PayPal with all major debit/credit cards accepted.
|