Live at Newport
37 min · 13 tracks · traditional folk music
A lively blend of traditional folk melodies and spirited harmonies that captures the essence of a vibrant live performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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M.T.A. — This track stands out as an anthem of social consciousness, telling the story of a man trapped by an unending subway ride, resonating with listeners’ sense of civic responsibility.
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Saro Jane Start here — The poignant narrative of loss in this song showcases the trio's ability to convey deep emotion through simple yet effective storytelling, highlighting their folk roots.
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Remember the Alamo — This lively rendition transforms a historical event into an engaging sing-along, demonstrating how The Kingston Trio could blend education with entertainment.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful sing-alongs with friends
- short bursts of nostalgic energy
- lighthearted storytelling moments
- quick, engaging musical interludes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy emotional depth
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This live album helped solidify The Kingston Trio's popularity and presence in folk music.
- Themes
- folk revival movement· M.T.A. social consciousness· historical storytelling
- Career context
- Released in 1963, Live at Newport was a pivotal moment for The Kingston Trio, showcasing their transition from studio recordings to electrifying live performances. This album followed their successful string of hits in the late 1950s and early 1960s, solidifying their reputation as leading figures in the folk revival movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Limeliters· Peter, Paul and Mary· The Brothers Four
Tracklist
- 1 Introduction 0:53
- 2 Saro Jane Start here 2:30
- 3 M.T.A. 3:45
- 4 All My Sorrows 2:56
- 5 Remember the Alamo 3:29
- 6 E Inu Takou E 2:46
- 7 Hard Ain't It Hard 3:27
- 8 Merry Little Minuet 2:38
- 9 When the Saints Go Marching In 2:12
- 10 Three Jolly Coachmen 2:25
- 11 South Coast 4:32
- 12 Scoth and Soda 2:49
- 13 The Zombie Jamboree 2:45
What to play next
The Best of the Decca Years
This album showcases highlights from their earlier work, building on the live energy.
Live at the Crazy Horse
A prior live performance that sets the stage for the energy found in 'Live at Newport'.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
In the Wind
Peter, Paul and Mary
Shares a similar folk revival spirit with social themes and rich vocal harmonies.
The Weavers at Carnegie Hall
The Weavers
Captures live folk energy with historical storytelling and a strong sense of social consciousness.
The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan
Features a blend of traditional folk melodies and poignant lyrical narratives reflecting social issues.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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