Live at Max's Kansas City cover

Live at Max's Kansas City

The Velvet Underground · 1972

44 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · psychedelic rock

A raw, electric performance capturing the Velvet Underground's blend of gritty rock and poetic introspection.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove
  • poetic introspection throughout
  • raw live energy captured
  • sing-along moments with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer polished studio sound

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 30, 1972, 'Live at Max's Kansas City' came shortly after the band's disbandment, capturing their final live performance. This album followed their studio efforts, showcasing a more liberated and spontaneous side of the band, reflecting their dynamic energy during live shows.
Stylistic neighbors
The Stooges· Sonic Youth· David Bowie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I’m Waiting for the Man 4:33
  • 2 Sweet Jane 5:23
  • 3 Lonesome Cowboy Bill 4:25
  • 4 Beginning to See the Light 5:32
  • 5 I’ll Be Your Mirror 2:06
  • 6 Pale Blue Eyes 5:52
  • 7 Sunday Morning 3:33
  • 8 New Age 6:31
  • 9 Femme Fatale 3:18
  • 10 After Hours 2:55

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