What makes A Night in San Francisco by Van Morrison notable?

This live album stands out for its seamless integration of Morrison's diverse influences, showcasing his ability to reinterpret classics while maintaining their emotional depth. It was well-received critically and illustrates Morrison's impact on the live music scene, further solidifying his legacy as a dynamic performer. By the time of its release in 1994, Van Morrison was an established artist with a rich catalog, having released his acclaimed album 'Enlightenment' in 1990. 'A Night in San Francisco' captures the energy of his live performances during a period when he was experiencing a creative resurgence, frequently blending genres and revisiting classic hits with fresh interpretations.

Who is A Night in San Francisco for?

A Night in San Francisco works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, vibrant live energy and improvisation and headphone detail hunting during solos.

How many songs are on A Night in San Francisco?

A Night in San Francisco has 22 tracks, running approximately 147 minutes.

A Night in San Francisco

Van Morrison · 1994

147 min · 22 tracks · jazz fusion · Celtic music · blue-eyed soul

A vibrant live showcase blending soul, jazz, and rock with Morrison's evocative storytelling and improvisational flair.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
vibrant live energy and improvisation
headphone detail hunting during solos
late-night reflective listening experience
cathartic storytelling through performance

Maybe skip if you want

prefer short, standalone tracks
seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time of its release in 1994, Van Morrison was an established artist with a rich catalog, having released his acclaimed album 'Enlightenment' in 1990. 'A Night in San Francisco' captures the energy of his live performances during a period when he was experiencing a creative resurgence, frequently blending genres and revisiting classic hits with fresh interpretations.
Stylistic neighbors: Leonard Cohen· Bob Dylan· John Hiatt

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Tracklist

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

Disc 1

1 Did Ye Get Healed? 4:19
2 It's All in the Game / Make It Real One More Time 4:19
3 I've Been Working 3:23
4 I Forgot That Love Existed 6:17
5 Vanlose Stairway / Trans-Euro Train / Fool for You 6:55
6 You Make Me Feel So Free 3:13
7 Beautiful Vision 4:11
8 See Me Through / Soldier of Fortune / Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin 10:17
9 Ain't That Loving You Baby? 4:44
10 Stormy Monday / Have You Ever Loved a Woman? / No Rollin' Blues 6:08
11 Help Me 6:09
12 Good Morning Little Schoolgirl 3:32
13 Tupelo Honey 4:01
14 Moondance / My Funny Valentine 9:09

Disc 2

1 Jumpin' With Symphony Sid 4:48
2 It Fills You Up 4:42
3 I'll Take Care of You / It's a Man's, Man's, Man's World 16:23
4 Lonely Avenue / 4 O'Clock in the Morning 14:50
5 So Quiet in Here / That's Where It's At 5:00
6 In the Garden / You Send Me / Allegheny 9:40
7 Have I Told You Lately That I Love You? 3:50
8 Shakin' All Over / Gloria 11:30

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