The Avett Brothers

The Avetts' major label debut confirms what the group's zealous fans have known for years: They pen anthemic, heartfelt tunes that wander the back roads between Americana and emo pop. Produced by Rick Rubin, I and Love and You dispels the nagging myth that the Avett Brothers are better live. A decade from now there will exist an entire generation of 20-somethings who will wax nostalgic about living, loving and crying to this record back in their high school years. It just has that feel.

North Carolina trio Avett Brothers once sounded like Appalachian Beatles: chirpy
harmonies over effervescent acoustic guitar, banjo and upright bass. They've gotten
moodier in recent years, and for their major-label debut, producer Rick Rubin has turned
the group into a lush chamber-folk outfit. I and Love and You is packed with complex,
piano-based beauties. "They say, 'Don't take your business to the big time,'" sing... More >