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Rock
Release Date: 10/09/2001
Throughout
Once We Were Trees, the sophomore release from
the Beachwood Sparks on
Sub Pop Records, the SoCal indie cowboys deliver an album displaying astounding musical, songwriting, and repertory growth from their critically acclaimed self-titled debut. Previously,
the Beachwood Sparks were labeled a retro extension of the late-'60s
country-rock icons
Buffalo Springfield and
the Flying Burrito Brothers. On
Once We Were Trees,
the Beachwood Sparks prove themselves as one of the most exciting subgenre leaders in the current
indie rock world. The mid-tempo groove of
"The Sun Surrounds Me" illustrates the songwriting growth
the Sparks have achieved in the last three years, followed by the somewhat campy yet cool
"You Take the Gold," which reverts to a simple carefree singalong melody and guitar-driven hook. One notable track is a revamped version of the
adult contemporary Sade hit
"By Your Side," which stands as the album's "must listen" track.
~Matt Reasor, All Music Guide
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