Live at the Apollo
Robert Palmer · 2001
62 min · 17 tracks · rock music
An electrifying live performance blending rock, funk, and soul with Palmer's dynamic vocals and engaging stage presence.
Top tracks — play these first
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Some Like It Hot Start here — This track exemplifies Palmer's blend of rock and dance music, energizing the audience with its infectious rhythm and memorable chorus.
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Addicted to Love — As one of his most iconic songs, this performance captures the essence of Palmer's style and charisma, showcasing his vocal prowess.
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I Didn’t Mean to Turn You On — In this rendition, Palmer's sultry vocals bring a fresh energy to a classic hit, highlighting his skill in reinterpreting his catalog for live audiences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant party atmosphere
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- infectious grooves for dancing
- soulful vocals energizing the room
- dynamic flow for lively gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek consistent, laid-back vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Captures live renditions of hits, appealing to dedicated fans of Palmer's work.
- Career context
- Released in 2001, 'Live at the Apollo' captures Robert Palmer during a resurgence in his career, following his successful 1999 album 'Rhythm & Blues'. This album showcases his ability to connect with audiences through live performance after years of chart-topping hits in the 1980s, including 'Addicted to Love'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Duran Duran· Steely Dan
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Johnny & Mary
The narrative shifts from third person to a more introspective tone as the singer reflects on a fractured relationship.
This transition deepens the emotional impact, allowing listeners to feel the weight of longing and regret that permeates the song.
Tracklist
- 1 Some Like It Hot Start here 5:18
- 2 Hyperactive 3:13
- 3 Discipline of Love 3:01
- 4 Tell Me I’m Not Dreaming 3:32
- 5 I Didn’t Mean to Turn You On 3:34
- 6 Looking for Clues 3:40
- 7 Change His Ways 2:59
- 8 Pride 3:03
- 9 Woke Up Laughing 5:06
- 10 Johnny & Mary 3:15
- 11 Riptide 2:13
- 12 Between Us 3:21
- 13 Flesh Wound 2:39
- 14 More Than Ever 3:01
- 15 Simply Irresistible 4:20
- 16 Casting a Spell 3:20
- 17 Addicted to Love 6:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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