In Concert
73 min · 15 tracks · folk rock
Live renditions of beloved classics blend with heartfelt storytelling, showcasing Carole King's intimate connection with her audience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hard Rock Cafe Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Natural Woman — This track stands out as a powerful anthem of self-empowerment and longing, showcasing King's emotive vocal delivery alongside a rich musical arrangement.
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It's Too Late — The introspective lyrics and smooth melody encapsulate the complexities of love and relationships, illustrating King's mastery in songwriting.
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You've Got a Friend — A definitive moment in the concert, this song conveys warmth and reassurance, highlighting King’s talent for writing heartfelt connections between people.
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I Feel the Earth Move — With its upbeat tempo and infectious energy, this track captures the dynamic essence of live performance while emphasizing King’s ability to engage audiences.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and engaging performances, though it follows a familiar live format.
What we noticed
- Carole King's piano playing is prominent throughout, often leading the arrangements and providing a cohesive sound.
- Several tracks include extended instrumental sections, allowing for improvisation and interaction with the audience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm melodies for relaxed evenings
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- sing-along moments with friends
- nostalgic reflections on love
- captivating storytelling through performance
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Captured her transition to solo fame post-Tapestry, solidifying her reputation.
- Career context
- Released in 1973, In Concert captures Carole King's transition from a celebrated songwriter and producer to a solo artist at the peak of her fame following Tapestry. This album arrived after her massive success, featuring songs that had already become staples in her repertoire, cementing her status as a leading figure in adult contemporary music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- James Taylor· Joni Mitchell· Linda Ronstadt
Tracklist
- 1 Hard Rock Cafe Start here 5:07
- 2 Up on the Roof 3:50
- 3 Smackwater Jack 4:52
- 4 So Far Away 4:26
- 5 Beautiful 4:37
- 6 Natural Woman 4:09
- 7 Hold Out for Love 7:46
- 8 Will You Love Me Tomorrow? 4:20
- 9 Jazzman 5:55
- 10 It's Too Late 5:29
- 11 Chains 3:49
- 12 I Feel the Earth Move 3:26
- 13 You've Got a Friend 5:34
- 14 Locomotion 4:42
- 15 You've Got a Friend (reprise) 5:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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