Live and Dangerous
Thin Lizzy · 1978
76 min · 17 tracks · hard rock
A high-octane blend of blues rock and hard rock, capturing Thin Lizzy's electrifying live energy and musical prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jailbreak Start here — This track not only opens the album but also encapsulates Thin Lizzy's storytelling prowess and melodic hooks, making it a classic anthem.
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The Boys Are Back in Town — As one of Thin Lizzy's signature songs, this track showcases their infectious energy and has become a cultural staple, often associated with celebration.
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Cowboy Song — Blending narrative lyrics with rich harmonies, this song exemplifies the band's ability to combine hard rock with emotive storytelling.
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Still in Love With You — The soulful delivery and poignant lyrics highlight the band's versatility, demonstrating their softer side while maintaining powerful musicianship.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Thin Lizzy's live energy with strong performances and a cohesive setlist.
What we noticed
- Tracks are often blended together with seamless transitions, creating a continuous flow that enhances the live experience.
- The setlist includes fan favorites and hits, ensuring high energy and audience engagement throughout the performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance energy
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing experiences
- emotional highs and lows
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Captured the band's live energy, solidifying their reputation post-'Jailbreak'.
- Themes
- live rock energy· narrative storytelling
- Career context
- Released on June 2, 1978, 'Live and Dangerous' followed Thin Lizzy's commercial breakthrough with 'Jailbreak' in 1976. At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation as one of the leading rock acts, showcasing their dynamic performance style and rich musical arrangements during a peak phase in their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Judas Priest· Wishbone Ash· Blue Öyster Cult
Tracklist
- 1 Jailbreak Start here 4:33
- 2 Emerald 4:33
- 3 Southbound 4:42
- 4 Rosalie / Cowgirl’s Song 4:07
- 5 Dancing in the Moonlight (It's Caught Me in Its Spotlight) 3:54
- 6 Massacre 2:56
- 7 Still in Love With You 7:41
- 8 Johnny the Fox Meets Jimmy the Weed 3:41
- 9 Cowboy Song 4:54
- 10 The Boys Are Back in Town 4:40
- 11 Don't Believe a Word 2:19
- 12 Warrior 4:00
- 13 Are You Ready 2:42
- 14 Suicide 5:13
- 15 Sha La La 5:34
- 16 Baby Drives Me Crazy 6:40
- 17 The Rocker 4:18
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
If You Want Blood You've Got It
AC/DC
Captures a raw, high-energy live rock vibe with powerful guitar riffs and dynamic performance.
Unleashed in the East
Judas Priest
Shares a similar live energy and hard rock intensity with narrative-driven lyrics.
Strangers in the Night
UFO
Features electrifying live performances and storytelling through hard rock anthems.
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