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The Black Crowes began their musical journey in Marietta, Georgia, in 1984, initially performing under the name Mr. Crowe’s Garden. Brothers Chris and Rich Robinson founded the band, driven by their deep-rooted appreciation for classic rock, blues, and Southern music traditions. The group’s dedication to authentic musicianship quickly gained attention, laying a solid foundation for their distinctive sound.
In 1990, The Black Crowes released their debut album, “Shake Your Money Maker,” which rapidly achieved commercial success, propelled by hit singles such as “She Talks to Angels,” “Jealous Again,” and a powerful cover of Otis Redding’s “Hard to Handle.” The album’s energetic blend of rock, blues, and soul resonated widely, achieving multi-platinum status and firmly establishing the band as a major presence in rock music.
Their second album, “The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion” (1992), continued their momentum, debuting at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. This release featured hit singles like “Remedy” and “Thorn in My Pride,” further solidifying their reputation for combining authentic rock sensibilities with soulful undertones. Throughout their prolific career, The Black Crowes have released eight studio albums, including notable works such as “Amorica” (1994), “Three Snakes and One Charm” (1996), and “By Your Side” (1999).
The Black Crowes have earned widespread acclaim not only through their recordings but also through their compelling live performances. Known for their improvisational style and powerful stage presence, the band has toured extensively, captivating audiences worldwide and building a loyal, dedicated fanbase. Their live shows are often praised for their authenticity, musicianship, and emotional resonance, making them a beloved and respected act in rock music circles.
Though the band has faced lineup changes and temporary disbandments over the years, Chris and Rich Robinson’s musical vision has remained consistent. The brothers’ collaborative songwriting and their deep understanding of traditional rock and blues have kept their music relevant and engaging, even through industry shifts and evolving musical trends. The Black Crowes’ influence extends well beyond their immediate genre, inspiring countless musicians and bands who admire their dedication to authenticity and musical integrity.
Beyond their musical contributions, The Black Crowes have engaged in various philanthropic activities and causes, reflecting their commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Their involvement in benefit concerts and support for charities emphasizes their broader role as artists dedicated to using their platform for positive impact.
Complete List Of The Black Crowes Songs From A to Z
- 99 lbs. – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion (1998 reissue) – 1992
- A Conspiracy – Amorica – 1994
- A Train Still Makes a Lonely Sound – Before the Frost… – 2009
- Aimless Peacock – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- And the Band Played On… – Before the Frost… – 2009
- Appaloosa – Before the Frost… – 2009
- Bad Luck Blue Eyes Goodbye – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Bad Luck Blue Eyes Goodbye (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Ballad in Urgency – Amorica – 1994
- Ballad in Urgency (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Bedside Manners – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Been a Long Time (Waiting on Love) – Before the Frost… – 2009
- Better When You’re Not Alone – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Black Moon Creeping – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Blackberry – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Bleed It Dry – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Boomer’s Story (Acoustic Version) – Croweology (iTunes bonus) – 2010
- Bring On, Bring On – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- By Your Side – By Your Side – 1999
- Chevrolet – Amorica (Japanese bonus) – 1994
- Cold Boy Smile (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Come On – Lions – 2001
- Could I’ve Been So Blind – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Cosmic Friend – Lions – 2001
- Cross Your Fingers – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Cursed Diamond – Amorica – 1994
- Cypress Tree – Lions – 2001
- Descending – Amorica – 1994
- Diamond Ring – By Your Side – 1999
- Dirty Cold Sun – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Don’t Wake Me – Shake Your Money Maker (1998 reissue) – 1990
- Downtown Money Waster – Amorica – 1994
- Downtown Money Waster (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Easy to Slip (Little Feat cover) – 1972 – 2022
- Evergreen – Warpaint – 2008
- Evil Eye – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Flesh Wound – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Follow the Moon – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Fork in the River – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- Girl from a Pawnshop – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Girl from a Pawnshop (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Go Faster – By Your Side – 1999
- Go Tell the Congregation – By Your Side – 1999
- God’s Got It – Warpaint – 2008
- Gone – Amorica – 1994
- Good Friday – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Good Friday (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Good Morning Captain – Before the Frost… – 2009
- Goodbye Daughters of the Revolution – Warpaint – 2008
- Greasy Grass River – Lions – 2001
- Greenhorn – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- Grows A Rose – By Your Side (single B-side) – 1999
- Hard to Handle – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Heavy – By Your Side – 1999
- Here Comes Daylight – Warpaint (Bonus track) – 2008
- High Head Blues – Amorica – 1994
- Hole in Your Soul – Warpaint (Bonus track) – 2008
- HorseHead – By Your Side – 1999
- HorseHead (Acoustic Version) – By Your Side (Australian bonus/single B-side) – 1999
- Hotel Illness – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Hotel Illness (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Houston Don’t Dream About Me – Before the Frost… – 2009
- How Much for Your Wings? – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- I Ain’t Hiding – Before the Frost… – 2009
- It Must Be Over – By Your Side (Australian bonus/single B-side) – 1999
- Jealous Again – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Jealous Again (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Just Say You’re Sorry – Three Snakes and One Charm (1998 reissue) – 1996
- Kept My Soul – Before the Frost… – 2009
- Kickin’ My Heart Around – By Your Side – 1999
- Kindred Friend – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Lady of Avenue A – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- Lay It All on Me – Lions – 2001
- Let Me Share the Ride – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Lickin’ – Lions – 2001
- Live Too Fast Blues/Mercy, Sweet Moan – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Locust Street – Warpaint – 2008
- Losing My Mind – Lions – 2001
- Love Is Now – Lions (Japanese version) – 2001
- Make Glad – Before the Frost… – 2009
- Mellow Down Easy – Three Snakes and One Charm (1998 reissue) – 1996
- Midnight from the Inside Out – Lions – 2001
- Miracle to Me – Lions – 2001
- Moonage Daydream (David Bowie cover) – 1972 – 2022
- Morning Song (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Movin’ On Down the Line – Warpaint – 2008
- My Morning Song – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Nebakanezer – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- No Speak No Slave – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- No Use Lying – Lions – 2001
- Nonfiction – Amorica – 1994
- Non-Fiction (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Oh Josephine – Warpaint – 2008
- Only a Fool – By Your Side – 1999
- (Only) Halfway to Everywhere – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- One Mirror Too Many – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Ozone Mama – Lions – 2001
- P. 25 London – Amorica – 1994
- Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone (The Temptations cover) – 1972 – 2022
- Peace Anyway – By Your Side (single B-side) – 1999
- Rats and Clowns – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Remedy – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Remedy (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Rocks Off (The Rolling Stones cover) – 1972 – 2022
- Roll Old Jeremiah – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- Seeing Things – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Shake ‘Em On Down (Live) – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion (Japanese bonus) – 1992
- Share the Ride (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- She (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- She Gave Good Sunflower – Amorica – 1994
- She Talks to Angels – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- She Talks to Angels (Acoustic) – Shake Your Money Maker (1998 reissue) – 1990
- She Talks to Angels (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Shine Along – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- Sister Luck – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Sister Luck (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Smile – By Your Side (single B-side) – 1999
- So Many Times – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- Sometimes Salvation – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Song of the Flesh – Amorica (1998 reissue) – 1994
- Soul Singing – Lions – 2001
- Soul Singing (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Stare It Cold – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Sting Me – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Sting Me (Slow) – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion (1998 reissue) – 1992
- Struttin’ Blues – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Sunday Night Buttermilk Waltz – Amorica (1998 reissue) – 1994
- The Garden Gate – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- The Last Place That Love Lives – Before the Frost… – 2009
- The Shady Grove – …Until the Freeze – 2009
- The Slider (T. Rex cover) – 1972 – 2022
- Then She Said My Name – By Your Side – 1999
- There’s Gold in Them Hills – Warpaint – 2008
- Thick n’ Thin – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Thorn in My Pride – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Thorn in My Pride (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Tied Up and Swallowed – Amorica (US bonus) – 1994
- Time Will Tell – The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion – 1992
- Twice As Hard – Shake Your Money Maker – 1990
- Twice As Hard (From VH1 Hard Rock Live) – By Your Side (Australian bonus) – 1999
- Under a Mountain – Three Snakes and One Charm – 1996
- Under a Mountain (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Virtue and Vice – By Your Side – 1999
- Walk Believer Walk – Warpaint – 2008
- Wanting and Waiting – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Wee Who See the Deep – Warpaint – 2008
- Welcome to the Good Times (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Welcome to the Goodtimes – By Your Side – 1999
- What Is Home? – Before the Frost… – 2009
- When The Night Comes Falling From The Sky – By Your Side (single B-side) – 1999
- Whoa Mule – Warpaint – 2008
- Willin’ (Acoustic Version) – Croweology (iTunes bonus) – 2010
- Wilted Rose – Happiness Bastards – 2024
- Wiser Time – Amorica – 1994
- Wiser Time (Acoustic Version) – Croweology – 2010
- Wounded Bird – Warpaint – 2008
- You Don’t Have to Go – By Your Side (Australian bonus/single B-side) – 1999
- You Wear It Well (Rod Stewart cover) – 1972 – 2022
- Young Man, Old Man – Lions – 2001
Albums
Shake Your Money Maker (1990): 13 songs (including bonus tracks from 1998 reissue)
The Southern Harmony and Musical Companion (1992): 13 songs (including bonus tracks and Japanese bonus)
Amorica (1994): 15 songs (including US and Japanese bonus tracks and 1998 reissue tracks)
Three Snakes and One Charm (1996): 14 songs (including 1998 reissue bonus tracks)
By Your Side (1999): 19 songs (including Australian bonus disc and single B-sides)
Lions (2001): 14 songs (including Japanese version)
Warpaint (2008): 13 songs (including bonus tracks)
Before the Frost…Until the Freeze (2009): 20 songs (combined CD and download versions)
Croweology (2010): 22 songs (including iTunes bonus tracks)
1972 (2022): 6 songs (all covers)
Happiness Bastards (2024): 10 songs
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