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Genre:
Rock
Release Date: 04/08/1997
Third Eye Blind's eponymous debut is catchier than the average
post-grunge album, and that fact alone reveals a lot about the band. Instead of relying on standard, plodding
grunge influences,
Third Eye Blind draw heavily from the simple hook-laden traditions of classic
arena rock, which makes the album more immediate. Unfortunately, this also makes it a little simplistic -- the group can craft a naggingly memorable hook, as evidenced by the single
"Semi-Charmed Life," but they aren't always able to fashion them into songs. Still,
Third Eye Blind is easy on the ears, and its straight-ahead professionalism makes it a pleasurable listen for post-grungers.
~Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide
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