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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic mix of energy levels
  • theatrical flair for performance
  • sustained engagement through variety
  • sing-along anthems for gatherings
  • wave-like pacing with peaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise listening experiences
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career 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
David Bowie· T. Rex· The Sweet

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 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 10 Marionette
  • 11 Drivin’ Sister / Crash Street Kids / Violence
  • 12 All the Way From Memphis
  • 13 All the Young Dudes

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