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Little Big Town
Little Big Town
(Sony/Monument)
First Appeared at The Music Box,
July 2002, Volume 9, #7
Written by John Metzger
If they play their cards right, the members of Little Big Town could very soon be living the life
of which most artists dream. The band’s music, as evidenced by its self-titled debut, is the sort of
thing destined for blockbuster movie soundtracks, mainstream country radio, and an inordinate number
of Grammy awards. That is: it’s inherently infectious, utterly inoffensive, and blatantly bland.
That’s not to say that there aren’t things to like about the album. The Byrds-ian guitar and
Dylan-esque harmonica that clamor around in Everything Changes, the pedal steel that floats
above Never Felt Love, and the Fleetwood Mac-style harmonies that drift throughout the disc
all lend credence to the notion that perhaps there’s a little more to Little Big Town than initially
meets the eye. Unfortunately, all one gets is the occasional glimpse of inspiration, as the band
largely plays it safe, never wanting to really challenge its fans. While there aren’t any bad songs
on the album, there aren’t any great ones either. Nevertheless, it’s only a matter of time until
they reach the fame and glory for which they strive. 
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Ratings
1 Star: Pitiful
2 Stars: Listenable
3 Stars: Respectable
4 Stars: Excellent
5 Stars: Can't Live Without It!!
Copyright © 2002
The Music Box
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