Live!
Richard Thompson · 1976
87 min · 18 tracks · rock music
A vibrant showcase of folk-rock, blending raw acoustic energy with Thompson's poignant storytelling.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its critical reception, receiving praise from publications like Rolling Stone and establishing Thompson as a formidable solo performer. It not only charted well but also influenced the burgeoning folk-rock scene, resonating with audiences who appreciated its authentic live sound and emotional intensity.
- Best for
- dynamic live performance energy poignant storytelling through song wave-like pacing throughout set
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'Live!' captures Richard Thompson at a crucial moment in his career following his departure from Fairport Convention. This live album marked his emergence as a solo artist, showcasing his distinctive guitar work and lyrical depth while building on the acclaim earned from his previous studio albums.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Radiohead· Kate Bush· Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· Blur· Joe Jackson· giorge mijael· Ringo Starr
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 When I Get to the Border 3:26
- 2 The Calvary Cross Standout 3:51
- 3 Withered and Died 3:24
- 4 I Want to See the Bright Lights Tonight Standout 3:07
- 5 Down Where the Drunkards Roll 4:05
- 6 We Sing Hallelujah 2:49
- 7 Has He Got a Friend for Me 3:32
- 8 The Little Beggar Girl 3:24
- 9 The End of the Rainbow 3:55
- 10 The Great Valerio 5:22
Disc 2
- 1 The Ballad of Easy Rider 4:52
- 2 Poor Will and the Jolly Hangman 5:31
- 3 A Heart Needs a Home 4:04
- 4 The Dark End of the Street 4:14
- 5 The Pitfall/The Excursion 2:57
- 6 Flee as a Bird 3:12
- 7 Night Comes In Standout 12:22
- 8 Calvary Cross 13:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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