>> Old 97's

Emphasizing roots and honky-tonk even more than in standard rockabilly, the Old 97's create a chaotic whirlwind of Texas-flavored rockabilly. With a distinctly country flavor, the Old 97's crank out upbeat rock, sounding somewhat like a mix of Son Volt and X.

Fight Songs found the 97s shooting off into another direction, this time taking on a more pop sound than ever before. Though its songs still hold touches of roots rock and country, pop styles would dominate the new look Old 97's.