Modest Mouse

In the live recording from November 14, 1997, at Boston's in Tempe, Arizona, Modest Mouse was riding a wave of growing recognition following the release of their album "The Lonesome Crowded West" earlier that year. This album marked a pivotal moment in their career, showcasing their unique blend of indie rock and introspective lyrics, as they began to carve out a niche within the burgeoning emo and post-rock scenes. Notably, the band's sound was evolving rapidly, and during this performance, listeners could really hear the raw energy and experimental edge that defined their concerts at the time. Plus, this recording captures them just before they exploded onto the mainstream with their later successes, making it a beautiful snapshot of a band on the brink of something big.

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