In Performance 1970–1974
Mott the Hoople · 2008
69 min · 50 tracks · glam rock
A vibrant collection of glam rock anthems pulsating with energy and theatrical flair from one of the genre's key architects.
Why this album works
'In Performance 1970–1974' is significant as it documents Mott the Hoople's live performances, highlighting their influential role in the glam rock movement. The album offers a retrospective look at their impact on the genre, providing fans with rare live renditions of tracks that defined an era and contributed to their enduring legacy.
- Best for
- dynamic mix of energy levels theatrical flair for performance sustained engagement through variety
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'In Performance 1970–1974' captures Mott the Hoople's early years as they transitioned from cult favorites to mainstream success. This compilation showcases their evolution during a period marked by their breakthrough hit 'All the Young Dudes' in 1972, which solidified their place in rock history.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Holograf· Freddie Mercury
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Ohio 4:47
- 2 No Wheels to Ride 7:41
- 3 Rock ’n’ Roll Queen Standout 4:31
- 4 Thunderbuck Ram 4:34
- 5 When My Mind’s Gone 6:42
- 6 Keep a Knockin’ 7:52
- 7 You Really Got Me 8:55
- 8 Long Red 4:05
- 9 The Original Mixed Up Kid 3:45
- 10 Walking With a Mountain 6:45
- 11 Laugh at Me 5:22
- 12 Thunderbuck Ram 4:42
Disc 2
- 1 Introduction / Jupiter (from the Planets)
- 2 Jerkin’ Crocus
- 3 Sucker
- 4 Hymn for the Dudes Standout
- 5 Ready for Love
- 6 Sweet Jane
- 7 Sea Diver
- 8 Sweet Angeline
- 9 One of the Boys
- 10 Midnight Lady
- 11 All the Young Dudes Standout
- 12 Honky Tonk Woman
Disc 3
- 1 No Wheels to Ride
- 2 Whisky Woman
- 3 Walkin’ With a Mountain / Jumpin’ Jack Flash / Satisfaction
- 4 It’ll Be Mine
- 5 Angel of Eighth Avenue
- 6 Drivin’ Sister
- 7 All the Young Dudes Standout
- 8 All the Way From Memphis
- 9 Sweet Angeline
- 10 Death May Be Your Santa Claus (Wild and Rude mix)
- 11 The Ballard of Billy Joe (demo)
- 12 If Your Heat Lay With the Rebel (demo)
- 13 It Would Be a Pleasure (demo)
Disc 4
- 1 American Pie
- 2 The Golden Age of Rock ’n’ Roll
- 3 Sucker
- 4 Roll Away the Stone / Sweet Jane
- 5 Rest in Peace
- 6 Here Comes the Queen
- 7 One of the Boys
- 8 Born Late ’58
- 9 Hymn for the Dudes Standout
- 10 Marionette
- 11 Drivin’ Sister / Crash Street Kids / Violence
- 12 All the Way From Memphis
- 13 All the Young Dudes Standout
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