Counting Crows Deliver an Emotionally Driven Set in Franklin
FirstBank Amphitheater — Franklin, TN | August 12, 2021
Counting Crows delivered a reflective, emotionally charged performance at FirstBank Amphitheater on August 12, 2021, leaning into mood, storytelling, and connection rather than spectacle. Set against the natural bowl of the venue, the band’s sound carried with warmth and clarity, creating a night built more on feeling than volume.
The strongest reactions came during enduring favorites like “Mr. Jones,” “Round Here,” “A Long December,” and “Accidentally in Love,” each drawing loud sing-alongs from the crowd. Adam Duritz’s delivery was loose and expressive, allowing songs to stretch and evolve organically as the band followed his lead. The performance felt unhurried, with arrangements that prioritized atmosphere and emotional weight over strict replication of studio versions.
Additional selections included Omaha, Rain King, Anna Begins, Colorblind, and Hanginaround, offering a balanced look across the band’s catalog while maintaining a cohesive flow throughout the set.
The Franklin stop reaffirmed Counting Crows’ reputation as a live band built on emotion and narrative—unpolished by design, but deeply resonant when experienced in the moment.
Band Lineup
Adam Duritz — Vocals
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/countingcrowsDavid Bryson — Guitar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidbrysonDan Vickrey — Guitar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danvickreyMillard Powers — Bass
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millardpowersJim Bogios — Drums
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimbogiosCharlie Gillingham — Keyboards
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charliegillingham
