Live at Caesars Palace
Diana Ross · 1974
46 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A vibrant showcase of soul and jazz, blending theatrical flair with Diana Ross's captivating vocal prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Don't Rain on My Parade (from Funny Girl) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
-
→
Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand) — This track exemplifies Ross's ability to connect with her audience through heartfelt lyrics and an uplifting message of unity, setting an emotional tone for the concert.
-
→
The Supremes Medley: Stop! In the Name of Love / My World Is Empty Without You / Baby Love / I Hear a Symphony — This medley serves as a nostalgic bridge between Ross's past with The Supremes and her present, showcasing her enduring legacy while thrilling longtime fans.
-
→
Lady Sings the Blues Medley: Lady Sings the Blues / God Bless the Child / Good Morning Heartache / T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do — This powerful medley highlights Ross's jazz influences and emotional depth, demonstrating her range as both a vocalist and performer while paying tribute to Billie Holiday.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases Diana Ross's vocal range and stage presence through varied song choices and arrangements.
What we noticed
- Diana Ross's vocal delivery varies from powerful belting in upbeat tracks to softer, more intimate moments in ballads.
- The live recording captures audience interaction, adding an energetic layer to the performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
-
7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
-
8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
-
6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
-
7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
-
5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- vibrant live performance energy
- dynamic medleys that surprise
- cathartic sing-along moments
- emotional vocal showcases
- wave-like pacing and flow
Maybe skip if you
- dislike live audience atmosphere
- prefer studio polish over raw
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This live album marked Ross's first major solo showcase post-Supremes, enhancing her reputation.
- Themes
- Las Vegas spectacle· community connection· jazz-infused emotion
- Career context
- Released on May 1, 1974, 'Live at Caesars Palace' came during a pivotal moment in Diana Ross's career, shortly after her departure from The Supremes. This album marked her first live recording as a solo artist, capturing the energy of her performance amidst a booming Las Vegas scene. It followed her successful transition into film with 'Lady Sings the Blues', solidifying her status as a multifaceted entertainer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chaka Khan· Donna Summer· Anita Baker
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
-
Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand)
The song shifts from reflective verses to an inviting chorus that encourages audience participation.
Tracklist
- 1 Overture 0:49
- 2 Don't Rain on My Parade (from Funny Girl) Start here 2:21
- 3 Big Mable Murphy 3:01
- 4 Reach Out and Touch (Somebody's Hand) 6:57
- 5 The Supremes Medley: Stop! In the Name of Love / My World Is Empty Without You / Baby Love / I Hear a Symphony 5:19
- 6 Ain't No Mountain High Enough 4:56
- 7 Corner of the Sky (from Pippin) 4:03
- 8 Being Green 2:49
- 9 I Loves Ya Porgy 1:36
- 10 Lady Sings the Blues Medley: Lady Sings the Blues / God Bless the Child / Good Morning Heartache / T'Ain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do 7:24
- 11 The Lady Is a Tramp 2:28
- 12 My Man (Mon Homme) 4:25
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Lady in Satin
Billie Holiday
Shares a jazz-infused emotional depth and showcases powerful vocal performances in a lush arrangement.
Ella in Berlin: Mack the Knife
Ella Fitzgerald
Captures the live performance energy and jazz sophistication, with a focus on vocal improvisation and connection.
Chaka
Chaka Khan
Combines R&B and jazz elements with a strong vocal presence, evoking similar themes of empowerment and spectacle.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.