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Live and Rare

Jane's Addiction · 1991

42 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · alternative metal

A raw, energetic collection that captures Jane's Addiction's explosive live performances and experimental spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • raw energy from live performances
  • dynamic shifts in pacing
  • exploratory spirit of demos
  • engaging medleys for immersion

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer polished studio recordings
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1991, Jane's Addiction was solidifying their status as pioneers of the alternative rock movement following the success of their breakthrough album 'Nothing's Shocking' in 1988. 'Live and Rare' showcases the band's eclectic sound through remixes, demos, and live recordings during a period when they were at the forefront of the burgeoning alternative scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Soundgarden· Alice in Chains· Tool

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Been Caught Stealing (remix) 4:23
  • 2 Had a Dad (demo) 3:52
  • 3 L.A. Medley (live): L.A. Woman / Nausea / Lexicon Devil 3:44
  • 4 Had a Dad (live) 4:59
  • 5 Three Days, Part 1 8:14
  • 6 Three Days, Part 2 2:33
  • 7 I Would for You (demo) 3:28
  • 8 Jane Says (demo) 4:52
  • 9 No One’s Leaving (live) 3:16
  • 10 Ain’t No Right (live) 3:08

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