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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance energy
  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • engaging improvisations throughout
  • cathartic vocal expressions
  • for late-night listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer structured, predictable tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career 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
Chicago· The Electric Flag· Steely Dan

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Spinning Wheel 6:01
  • 2 I Love You More Than You’ll Ever Know 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 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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