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Blues Brothers and Friends: Live from Chicago's House of Blues

The Blues Brothers · 1997

51 min · 15 tracks · R&B

A vibrant celebration of blues, infused with energy and live improvisation that captures the spirit of Chicago's music scene.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • celebratory live performance energy
  • sing-along friendly crowd favorites
  • steady groove for dancing
  • vibrant improvisation and spontaneity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking quiet introspective moments
  • prefer studio polish over live

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Blues Brothers and Friends: Live from Chicago's House of Blues' marked a revival for The Blues Brothers, who had not released new material since their 1980 film. This live album showcases the enduring legacy of the band as they continued to celebrate classic blues and R&B alongside guest artists, reaffirming their status in the genre decades after their initial breakthrough.
Stylistic neighbors
James Brown· Otis Redding· Wilson Pickett

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 3:17
  • 2 Green Onions 2:47
  • 3 Chicken Shack 0:51
  • 4 Sweet Home Chicago 2:41
  • 5 I Wish You Would 4:22
  • 6 Messin’ With the Kid 4:16
  • 7 All My Money Back 3:22
  • 8 Born In Chicago 2:08
  • 9 Blues, Why You Worry Me? 4:47
  • 10 Groove With Me Tonight 4:14
  • 11 634‒5789 5:38
  • 12 All She Wants to Do Is Rock 2:33
  • 13 Flip, Flop and Fly 3:15
  • 14 Money (That’s What I Want) 3:28
  • 15 Viva Las Vegas 3:58

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