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Counting Crows

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Group. Formed 1991.

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Biography

Counting Crows is an American rock band originating from Berkeley, California, formed in 1991. The group gained popularity in 1994 following the release of its debut album, August and Everything After, which featured the hit single "Mr. Jones". The band's influences include Van Morrison, R.E.M., Mike & The Mechanics, Nirvana, Bob Dylan, and The Band. They received a 2004 Academy Award nomination for the song "Accidentally in Love", which was included in the film Shrek 2.

According to the official band website, Counting Crows has sold over 20 million records worldwide.

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  1. Life on the road

    Wed 6 May 2009 09:43

    Counting Crows' Adam Duritz reveals his tour secrets

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  1. August And Everything After 1993

    August and Everything After

    Reviewed by Chris White

    Counting Crows were never remotely this good again.

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