Live
71 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A meditative blend of intricate guitar work and atmospheric soundscapes that draw listeners into a reflective jazz experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Throughout Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Have a Little Faith in Me — This cover transforms the original into a hauntingly beautiful rendition that captures Frisell's emotive playing style and deep interpretation.
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Strange Meeting — The track features intricate guitar textures layered over subtle rhythmic shifts, illustrating the depth of Frisell's improvisational skills.
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Child at Heart — With its expansive length, this piece allows for dynamic exploration of themes and showcases Frisell’s signature blend of melody and abstraction.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- patient unfolding of melodies
- live performance energy and intimacy
- reflective moments of quiet beauty
- sprawling explorations of soundscapes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- want concise, punchy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Starting Point — This live album serves as an accessible introduction to Frisell's style.
- Themes
- meditative soundscapes· experimental Americana· guitar-driven reflection
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Live marks Bill Frisell's emergence as a prominent figure in the jazz scene, following his acclaimed album 'Have a Little Faith'. At this point, he was increasingly recognized for his unique fusion of jazz with Americana and experimental sounds, solidifying his influence on contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Pat Metheny· John Abercrombie· Julian Lage
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Have a Little Faith in Me
The delivery shifts from soft reassurance to an almost pleading tone, emphasizing vulnerability and sincerity.
This tonal evolution enhances the emotional weight of the piece, presenting a nuanced interpretation that transcends the original lyrics.
Tracklist
- 1 Throughout Start here 6:42
- 2 Rag 5:17
- 3 Crumb / No Moe 6:35
- 4 Have a Little Faith in Me 5:12
- 5 Pip, Squeak / Goodbye 8:56
- 6 Hello Nellie 8:13
- 7 Strange Meeting 6:45
- 8 Hangdog 3:25
- 9 Child at Heart 10:39
- 10 Again 5:50
- 11 When We Go 3:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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