At the center of the 1997's debut, a BETTER VIEW OF THE RISING MOON, is the continued search for the band's creative vision as artists and friends. Each member of 1997 comes from diverse backgrounds, yet by mashing all of their styles and influences into a musical melting pot, the band has created a sound and style that is startlingly fresh and distinctive. The male and female harmonies summon elements of contemporary emo, lovelorn pop, groove and acoustic folk sing-along. The final product defies easy categorization and serves as a refreshing aural canvas for the talents of five unique people with something to say to the world.
1) Water's Edge
2) Garden of Evil
3) Hey Darlin'
4) In Your Car
5) Patience Prudence
6) Grace
7) The Roads You Can Take
8) Likelovepoetry
9) Tennessee Song
10) Enough Is Enough
11) Droppin' Dimes
12) Curse or Cure