Jayhawks - Settled Down Like Rain

What this video is

Released as a single in early 1993 from Hollywood Town Hall (Def American, September 1992), 'Settled Down Like Rain' emerged during the Jayhawks' transition from regional Minneapolis cult act to nationally recognized alternative country pioneers. The band formed part of a vibrant Twin Cities scene alongside the Replacements, Hüsker Dü, and Soul Asylum, but occupied a distinct lane — rooted in Gram…

Why it matters

As one of three singles from Hollywood Town Hall, 'Settled Down Like Rain' represents a pivotal artifact in the formalization of alternative country as a genre. Co-written by Gary Louris and Mark Olson, it exemplifies the band's signature blend of folk storytelling, country harmony, and indie-rock…