In the Valley of Dying Stars
In the Valley of Dying Stars is the third album by Superdrag, released by Arena Rock Recording Co. in 2000. The Japanese version includes two bonus tracks, "Comfortably Bummed" and "Diane". Production. The album was produced by Nick Raskulinecz and the band. It was recorded at Stealth Studios and Woodland Studios, in Tennessee. Sam Powers plays bass on the album, replacing Tom Pappas. Critical reception. The "Riverfront Times" wrote that Superdrag's songs "have some lyrical bite but musically are as sweet as (non-boy-band) popular music gets these days." "The Washington Post  wrote: This is Superdrag's best album, exuberant pop-rock tempered with a rueful worldview." "CMJ New Music Monthly" thought that the band drives the songs "into overdrive, framing ironic shots (largely at the band's former label) in complex, almost Queen-like arrangements." "The Boston Globe" deemed the album "rich, resonant power pop." The "Tallahassee Democrat" called it "a gorgeous example of the new pop sensibility, tough and tight and brimming with brilliant hooks." Track listing. All songs written by John Davis.