Colosseum LiveS – The Reunion Concerts
Colosseum · 2004
77 min · 10 tracks · progressive rock
A lively fusion of jazz-inflected progressive rock with improvisational flair and evocative storytelling.
Why this album works
The album is significant for reestablishing Colosseum's presence in the music scene, garnering positive reviews for its vibrant performances. It also highlights the band's influence on the progressive and jazz-rock genres, earning a place in live concert recordings that celebrate their storied career.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs evocative storytelling journeys
- Context
- Released in 2004, this album marked Colosseum's return after a long hiatus since their last studio album, 'The Time Machine' in 1971. It showcases the band's enduring legacy as pioneers of progressive rock, capturing both new material and classic tracks performed live.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Procol Harum· King Crimson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Those About to Die… 5:11
- 2 Elegy 4:23
- 3 The Valentyne Suite: January’s Search 5:38
- 4 The Valentyne Suite: February’s Valentine 5:16
- 5 The Valentyne Suite: The Grass Is Always Greener Standout 9:53
- 6 Theme for an Imaginary Western Standout 6:42
- 7 The Machine Demands Another Sacrifice 2:02
- 8 Solo Colonia Standout 12:26
- 9 Lost Angeles 13:28
- 10 Stormy Monday Blues 12:11
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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