The Black Crowes - Cabin Fever
The Black Crowes - Cabin Fever

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The Black Crowes - Cabin Fever

2009
Movie
76 min
English

Cabin Fever was an innovative recording session where Before The Frost... Until The Freeze was recorded over a series of five nights at Levon Helm Studios. The sessions were filmed in front of an intimate live audience and allows the viewer into the recording studio with the band. Songwriting sessions are revealed and lots of never before seen banter and behind the scenes footage is shown.

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: Tito OrtizGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the intense creative process and tumultuous journey of The Black Crowes as they recorded their seventh studio album, 'Warped'! Filmed in 2008, it captures the band in their Atlanta studio, showcasing the raw energy and occasional friction that defined their songwriting and recording sessions. The film offers an intimate look at the band members' interactions and their dedication to their craft, culminating in the creation of a pivotal album in their discography.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on the making of an album, 'Cabin Fever' received mixed to positive reviews from music enthusiasts and critics. It was largely praised for its candid portrayal of the band's creative dynamics and the behind-the-scenes look at their recording process. Some critics found it a bit lengthy, but most appreciated the unfiltered access to The Black Crowes during a significant period.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a compelling, warts-and-all look at the band's creative process.

  • Appreciated for its unfiltered access to The Black Crowes in the studio.

  • Some viewers found the pacing a bit slow, but generally engaging for fans.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this specific documentary, but general fan sentiment indicates appreciation for the in-depth look at The Black Crowes' studio work and the band's chemistry.

Fun Fact

The documentary title 'Cabin Fever' refers to the intense, isolated environment of being holed up in the studio for extended periods, a common experience for bands during album creation.

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