Live and Improvised
Blood, Sweat & Tears · 1991
88 min · 13 tracks · jazz · jazz rock
Dynamic improvisations blend jazz, rock, and soul with rich brass arrangements and engaging vocal performances.
Why this album works
'Live and Improvised' is significant for its authentic representation of the band's live sound, highlighting their technical skills and improvisational style. While it did not chart as highly as their earlier albums, it received positive reviews for capturing the energy of their live performances, reinforcing their legacy in the jazz rock genre.
- Best for
- dynamic live performance energy wave-like pacing with surprises engaging improvisations throughout
- Context
- By the time 'Live and Improvised' was released in 1991, Blood, Sweat & Tears had already established themselves as pioneers of jazz rock since their debut in 1968. This album came a few years after their previous studio release in 1980, marking a return to live performance recordings that showcased their enduring musical prowess and adaptability in a changing music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Prince· Bob Dylan· Neil Young· Yoko Ono· Steely Dan· Iggy Pop· Bette Midler· Tom Waits
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Spinning Wheel Standout 6:01
- 2 I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know Standout 8:53
- 3 Lucretia Mac Evil 7:07
- 4 And When I Die 2:10
- 5 One Room Country Shack 6:56
- 6 And When I Die (reprise) 3:07
- 7 (I Can Recall) Spain Standout 9:01
Disc 2
- 1 Hi‐De‐Ho ‘That Old Sweet Roll’ 6:32
- 2 Unit Seven 11:06
- 3 Life 5:14
- 4 Mean Ole World 9:39
- 5 Ride Captain Ride 6:58
- 6 You’ve Made Me So Very Happy 6:06
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