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Sleepy Eyed

by Buffalo Tom

Released: July 11, 1995

Alternative rock

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"Sleepy Eyed" is the fifth studio album by the alternative rock band Buffalo Tom, released in 1995. Key tracks from the album include the popular "Summer", and the aggressive, driving track "It's You." Despite its heavy rock feel, "Sleepy Eyed" also exhibits the band's ability to transition into softer, more gentle tracks, displaying their versatility. The band is known for its robust lyricism, catchy tunes, and a distinctive blend of 1980s indie rock with the powerful, more polished approach of 1990s alternative rock.

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Hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, Buffalo Tom was formed…

Hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, Buffalo Tom was formed in 1986.

Its members include Bill Janovitz (singer and guitarist)…

Its members include Bill Janovitz (singer and guitarist), Chris Colbourn (bass and occasional vocals), and Tom Maginnis (drums).

"Sleepy Eyed" was nominated as the band's most…

"Sleepy Eyed" was nominated as the band's most rock-oriented at the time, boasting several energetic tracks.

The album was acclaimed for its raw energy…

The album was acclaimed for its raw energy, emotion-infused lyrics, and dynamic range, securing Buffalo Tom's space in the realm of alternative rock.

It is characterized by its grungy aesthetics, hearty…

It is characterized by its grungy aesthetics, hearty guitar riffs, and introspective lyricism entailing a rich array of stories and feelings.

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"Sleepy Eyed" is the fifth studio album by the alternative rock band Buffalo Tom, released in 1995. The band is known for its robust lyricism, catchy tunes, and a distinctive blend of 1980s indie rock with the powerful, more polished approach of 1990s alternative rock.

Hailing from Boston, Massachusetts, Buffalo Tom was formed in 1986. Its members include Bill Janovitz (singer and guitarist), Chris Colbourn (bass and occasional vocals), and Tom Maginnis (drums).

"Sleepy Eyed" was nominated as the band's most rock-oriented at the time, boasting several energetic tracks. It is characterized by its grungy aesthetics, hearty guitar riffs, and introspective lyricism entailing a rich array of stories and feelings. Key tracks from the album include the popular "Summer", and the aggressive, driving track "It's You."

Despite its heavy rock feel, "Sleepy Eyed" also exhibits the band's ability to transition into softer, more gentle tracks, displaying their versatility. The album was acclaimed for its raw energy, emotion-infused lyrics, and dynamic range, securing Buffalo Tom's space in the realm of alternative rock.