Hot August Night
Neil Diamond · 1972
93 min · 22 tracks · folk · pop rock · soft rock
A vibrant live album where Neil Diamond's emotional storytelling intertwines with rich, orchestral arrangements and energetic performances.
Why this album works
'Hot August Night' has been lauded for its critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts. The album is particularly recognized for its definitive versions of hits like 'Sweet Caroline' and 'Cracklin’ Rosie,' which have become staples in popular music and contributed to Diamond's enduring legacy as a live performer.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys energetic live performance atmosphere
- Context
- Released in 1972, 'Hot August Night' captures Neil Diamond at the peak of his popularity following his breakthrough with 'Sweet Caroline' in 1969. This live recording showcases his ability to connect with audiences and solidified his status as a major pop star during the early 1970s, just as he was transitioning from a successful songwriter to a celebrated performer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kim Carnes· Leonard Cohen· Billy Joel
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Prologue 3:08
- 2 Crunchy Granola Suite 4:26
- 3 Done Too Soon 3:22
- 4 Dialogue 1:23
- 5 Solitary Man 3:14
- 6 Cherry Cherry 4:43
- 7 Sweet Caroline Standout 4:15
- 8 Porcupine Pie 1:57
- 9 You’re So Sweet Horseflies Keep Hangin’ ’round Your Face 2:18
- 10 Red Red Wine 3:56
- 11 Soggy Pretzels 3:23
- 12 And the Grass Won’t Pay No Mind 4:39
- 13 Shilo 3:35
- 14 Girl, You’ll Be a Woman Soon 2:54
Disc 2
- 1 Play Me 4:46
- 2 Canta Libre 5:27
- 3 Morningside 5:35
- 4 Song Sung Blue 4:50
- 5 Cracklin’ Rosie Standout 2:53
- 6 Holly Holy 6:27
- 7 I Am… I Said Standout 6:11
- 8 Walk Off / Soolaimon / Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show / Encore 9:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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