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THE BLACK CROWES IN SEATTLE

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BY MEGAN PERRY

Thick theatre curtains and strings of market lights adorned McCaw Hall’s massive stage. Above, a large valance boasted a Poe-esque illustration depicting a gothic-style crow perched between the words “Happiness Bastards.” Its presence heralded the title and arrival of The Black Crowes’ 2024 release –a collection of newly minted material from the seminal Southern rock band- their first in 15 years. The name also an astute reference to beat poet Kirby Doyle’s work and is a clever nod to the Robinson brothers’ relationship. 

This dramatic backdrop framed a large-scale diorama-like display reminiscent of an old-school traveling medicine roadshow. Yet in the magical, harmonious world of The Black Crowes, who burst into the limelight with their unconventional sly style of R&B-soul meets unadulterated rock & roll nearly thirty-five years ago, made certain their oddities and curiosities were of the musical variety. Mirrored risers…