Joe Cocker Live
Joe Cocker · 1990
72 min · 15 tracks · blues
Raw, soulful vocals soar over a dynamic blend of rock and blues-infused instrumentals.
Why this album works
This album is significant not only for its powerful representation of Cocker's live performances but also for its chart success, peaking at No. 21 on the Billboard 200. It solidified his legacy as a captivating live artist and highlighted his resilience in the music industry during a time when many artists struggled to maintain relevance.
- Best for
- dynamic live performance energy soaring vocals for emotional release wave-like pacing throughout experience
- Context
- Released in 1990, 'Joe Cocker Live' captures the essence of Joe Cocker’s career resurgence following his commercial peak in the late '80s. This live album came after his successful studio album 'One Night of Sin' and showcased his enduring appeal as a live performer after years of personal struggles and fluctuating popularity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Elton John· Joe Jackson· David Bowie· The Who· Eric Clapton· Ringo Starr· Paul McCartney· Queen
- If this clicks, go next to
- Night Calls — Continues the soulful vibe with a mix of rock and introspective themes.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Feelin’ Alright".
- 1 Feelin’ Alright Start here 5:11
- 2 Shelter Me 4:29
- 3 Hitchcock Railway 4:03
- 4 Up Where We Belong Standout 4:39
- 5 Guilty 2:45
- 6 You Can Leave Your Hat On Standout 4:31
- 7 When the Night Comes 4:55
- 8 Unchain My Heart 5:57
- 9 With a Little Help From My Friends Standout 9:27
- 10 You Are So Beautiful 2:46
- 11 The Letter 4:40
- 12 She Came in Through the Bathroom Window 2:36
- 13 High Time We Went 8:01
- 14 What Are You Doing With a Fool Like Me 4:50
- 15 Living in the Promiseland 3:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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