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Smitten

by Buffalo Tom

Released: September 29, 1998

Alternative rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

The release of Smitten followed a period of several years during which the band had been less active due to personal circumstances. "Smitten" is the seventh studio album by American alternative rock band Buffalo Tom, released on September 28, 1998. The album continues the band's track record of producing high-quality alternative rock, delivering a collection of strong songs complemented by their signature mix of grimy guitars and heart-on-sleeve lyricism.

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Interesting Facts

Buffalo Tom, the band behind Smitten, is an…

Buffalo Tom, the band behind Smitten, is an American alternative rock band from Boston, Massachusetts consisting of Bill Janovitz, Chris Colbourn, and Tom Maginnis.

The group formed in 1986 and became known…

The group formed in 1986 and became known for its passionate, guitar-heavy sound and fiercely introspective lyrics.

Despite this, Smitten is often lauded as a…

Despite this, Smitten is often lauded as a testament to Buffalo Tom's lasting appeal and artistry.

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Reception

Although widely praised for its carefully crafted, emotional depth and superb composition, it did not achieve the same commercial success of some of the band's earlier releases.

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The Complete Album Story

"Smitten" is the seventh studio album by American alternative rock band Buffalo Tom, released on September 28, 1998. The album continues the band's track record of producing high-quality alternative rock, delivering a collection of strong songs complemented by their signature mix of grimy guitars and heart-on-sleeve lyricism. Although widely praised for its carefully crafted, emotional depth and superb composition, it did not achieve the same commercial success of some of the band's earlier releases.

Buffalo Tom, the band behind Smitten, is an American alternative rock band from Boston, Massachusetts consisting of Bill Janovitz, Chris Colbourn, and Tom Maginnis. The group formed in 1986 and became known for its passionate, guitar-heavy sound and fiercely introspective lyrics. The release of Smitten followed a period of several years during which the band had been less active due to personal circumstances. Despite this, Smitten is often lauded as a testament to Buffalo Tom's lasting appeal and artistry.