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A Black & White Night Live

Roy Orbison · 1989

57 min · 16 tracks · country · rockabilly

A soaring blend of Roy Orbison's emotive vocals against a backdrop of timeless rock and country melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • emotive vocals for reflective moments
  • for evening gatherings
  • nostalgic tunes for quiet nights
  • sing-along classics with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer modern production styles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1989, 'A Black & White Night Live' captures Roy Orbison during a late-career renaissance. This live album showcases his return to the spotlight following a period of diminished commercial success, coinciding with his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. The concert featured notable backing musicians like Elvis Costello and Tom Waits, further solidifying Orbison's influence and legacy.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Only the Lonely 2:43
  • 2 In Dreams 3:09
  • 3 Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream) 3:49
  • 4 Leah 2:59
  • 5 Move on Down the Line 5:12
  • 6 Crying 3:08
  • 7 Mean Woman Blues 3:06
  • 8 Running Scared 2:30
  • 9 Blue Bayou 3:11
  • 10 Candy Man 3:33
  • 11 Uptown 3:19
  • 12 Ooby Dooby 4:11
  • 13 The Comedians 3:36
  • 14 (All I Can Do Is) Dream You 3:25
  • 15 It's Over 3:12
  • 16 Oh Pretty Woman 6:20

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