Nine Days

This year marks the 25th anniversary of The Madding Crowd, the breakthrough album by Nine Days that gave the world the unforgettable earworm, “Absolutely (Story of a Girl).” Since its release in 2000, the record has stood as a cornerstone of late 90s/early 2000s pop-rock, cementing the band’s place in music history. With over 150 million streams on Spotify alone, and a recent RIAA double-platinum certification for “Absolutely (Story of a Girl),” Nine Days is reflecting on their legacy while looking ahead to an exciting new chapter. Formed on Long Island, New York, Nine Days was built on the creative partnership of singer/guitarists John Hampson and Brian Desveaux. Combining heartfelt lyrics with catchy melodies and big guitars, the band quickly rose through the ranks of the local music scene, gaining national attention with the release of The Madding Crowd. Anchored by the infectious charm of “Absolutely (Story of a Girl),” the album resonated

with listeners worldwide, blending earnest storytelling with the buoyant energy of the era. Since then, “Absolutely (Story of a Girl)” has remained a cultural touchstone, recently finding new life in the Academy Award-winning film Everything Everywhere All at Once. The song’s chorus was re-written and reimagined by Hampson exclusively for the film in several unique variations, including a 90s-style ballad, appearing three times throughout its runtime. This creative integration underscored the timelessness of the track and introduced it to a new generation of fans.