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!!

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