A Live One
37 min · 13 tracks · blues · folk · traditional folk music
A vivid tapestry of storytelling and humor woven through folk-inflected melodies and bluesy undertones.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- humorous storytelling with wit
- varied pacing keeps engagement
- for intimate gatherings
- reflective moments in between
- short tracks encourage replay
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, sprawling compositions
- seek high-energy dance tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, 'A Live One' came during Loudon Wainwright III's sustained career in the folk music scene, following his critically acclaimed album 'History'. At this point, he was solidifying his reputation as a poignant storyteller known for blending humor with poignant reflections on life and relationships.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Prine· Steve Goodman· Ramblin' Jack Elliott
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Motel Blues 3:42
- 2 Hollywood Hopeful 1:25
- 3 Whatever Happened to Us 1:56
- 4 Natural Disaster 2:21
- 5 Suicide Song 2:27
- 6 School Days 3:33
- 7 Kings and Queens 2:43
- 8 Down Drinking at the Bar 4:05
- 9 B-Side 2:21
- 10 Nocturnal Stumblebutt 3:58
- 11 Red Guitar 1:58
- 12 Clockwork Chartreuse 4:13
- 13 Lullaby 3:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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