Live at Austin City Limits August 5, 1982
Roy Orbison · 2000
64 min · 20 tracks · country · rockabilly
Roy Orbison's haunting vocals intertwine with a rich tapestry of rock and country, capturing timeless emotion in each performance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional fluctuations
- haunting vocals for introspection
- nostalgic atmosphere for reflection
- engaging live performance energy
- timeless ballads for late nights
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer standalone hits only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, 'Live at Austin City Limits August 5, 1982' came after Orbison's resurgence in the late '80s following hits like 'Oh, Pretty Woman.' This live recording showcases his powerful vocal prowess during a pivotal moment when he was being rediscovered by younger audiences. Orbison's career had shifted from his early rockabilly roots to a more mature sound that appealed across generations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chris Isaak· Gene Pitney· The Righteous Brothers
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Only the Lonely 3:01
- 2 Leah 3:00
- 3 Dream Baby (How long Must I Dream) 2:55
- 4 In Dreams 3:12
- 5 Mean Woman Blues 2:53
- 6 Blue Angel 3:11
- 7 Lana 2:40
- 8 Blue Bayou 3:04
- 9 Candy Man 3:17
- 10 Crying 3:15
- 11 Crying [reprise] 2:28
- 12 Ooby Dooby 2:40
- 13 Hound Dog Man 3:26
- 14 Working for the Man 3:02
- 15 That Lovin’ You Feelin’ Again 4:25
- 16 (Go, Go, Go) Down the Line 4:05
- 17 It’s Over 3:03
- 18 Oh, Pretty Woman 4:53
- 19 Running Scared 2:21
- 20 Running Scared [reprise] 3:41
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