Fishbone Live
Fishbone · 2009
80 min · 30 tracks · alternative rock
A vibrant collision of funk, rock, and punk energy captured in an electrifying live setting that showcases the band's eclectic spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Unyielding Conditioning Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Date Rape — This track stands out for its controversial subject matter handled with humor and urgency, showcasing Fishbone's ability to tackle serious issues through their unique musical lens.
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Party at Ground Zero — As one of their most recognizable songs, it encapsulates the band's energetic style while addressing themes of societal chaos and resilience through an infectious groove.
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Everyday Sunshine — The song blends uplifting melodies with introspective lyrics about navigating life's challenges, demonstrating Fishbone's knack for balancing joy with social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance energy
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing and flow
- varied emotional landscapes
- engaging call-and-response moments
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Celebrates the band's legacy and live prowess, resonating with dedicated fans.
- Themes
- societal chaos· live punk energy· California funk scene
- Career context
- By the time Fishbone Live was released in 2009, Fishbone had already established themselves as pioneers of the funk metal genre since their formation in 1979. This album arrived after a period of significant lineup changes and fluctuating commercial success, providing a retrospective snapshot of their dynamic sound and enduring influence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Primus· Red Hot Chili Peppers· Living Colour
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Unyielding Conditioning Start here 11:00
- 2 The Suffering 5:41
- 3 Behind Closed Doors 6:03
- 4 Bonin’ in the Boneyard 5:17
- 5 Sunless Saturday 5:55
- 6 Date Rape 3:38
- 7 Ma and Pa 6:01
- 8 Hide Behind My Glasses 5:33
- 9 Give It Up 7:23
- 10 Party at Ground Zero 8:47
- 11 Everyday Sunshine 7:17
- 12 Freddie’s Dead 5:00
Disc 2
- 1 Unyielding Conditioning Start here
- 2 The Suffering
- 3 Behind Closed Doors
- 4 Bonin’ in the Boneyard
- 5 Sunless Saturday
- 6 Date Rape
- 7 Ma & Pa 2:30
- 8 Party With Sadam
- 9 Cholly
- 10 Hide Behind My Glasses
- 11 Alcoholic
- 12 Give It Up
- 13 Party at Ground Zero
- 14 Spoken Word
- 15 Everyday Sunshine
- 16 Lyon’ Ass Bitch
- 17 Freddie’s Dead
- 18 Servitude
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Blood Sugar Sex Magik
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Shares a similar blend of funk and rock with energetic live performance elements.
Vivid
Living Colour
Combines funk, rock, and punk energy while addressing social themes in an electrifying style.
Sailing the Seas of Cheese
Primus
Features a quirky fusion of funk and rock with a chaotic yet vibrant live energy.
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