At the Family Dog Ballroom
Jefferson Airplane · 2007
78 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
Explosive live energy combines with intricate harmonies and psychedelic instrumentation, capturing the essence of a transformative era in rock music.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its documentation of Jefferson Airplane's live performance during the height of the counterculture movement. It captures tracks that have become anthems of the era, such as 'Somebody to Love' and 'Volunteers', showcasing the band's influence on rock music and social commentary. The album offers insight into their improvisational style and was well-received among fans, further cementing their legacy.
- Best for
- extended jams for deep listening explosive energy for live settings transformative experiences with friends
- Context
- Released in 2007, 'At the Family Dog Ballroom' is a posthumous live album from Jefferson Airplane, showcasing their performance from 1969. This release came during a resurgence of interest in the band as part of the psychedelic rock revival. The album serves as a historical document, highlighting the group's dynamic live sound at a pivotal moment in their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wilson Pickett· Bobby Vee· Al Kooper· Bread· Billy Preston· Barry McGuire· Tom Scott· Johnny Rivers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ballad of You & Me & Pooneil 15:17
- 2 Good Shepherd 6:52
- 3 We Can Be Together 5:50
- 4 Somebody to Love Standout 3:54
- 5 The Farm 2:56
- 6 Crown of Creation 3:08
- 7 Come Back Baby 5:44
- 8 Wooden Ships Standout 6:11
- 9 Volunteers Standout 2:26
- 10 Jam 26:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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