Live at the BBC
Robert Cray · 2008
70 min · 14 tracks · blues
Soulful guitar riffs meld with heartfelt vocals, creating an intimate blues experience captured live.
Why this album works
'Live at the BBC' is significant as it marks Cray's return to a live recording format, emphasizing his prowess as a performer. The album received positive reviews for its authentic representation of Cray's sound and contributed to the resurgence of interest in live blues recordings during the late 2000s.
- Best for
- intimate live performance energy wave-like emotional dynamics heartfelt storytelling through song
- Context
- By 2008, Robert Cray was a well-established figure in the blues genre, having released several acclaimed albums since his breakthrough in the late 1980s. 'Live at the BBC' came after his Grammy-winning period and showcased his enduring artistry in a live setting, highlighting his ability to connect with audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bette Midler· Chicago· Prince· Frank Zappa· Tom Waits· Blood, Sweat & Tears· Weather Report· Steely Dan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Guess I Showed Her 3:59
- 2 Foul Play 4:34
- 3 Don't Be Afraid of the Dark Standout 4:23
- 4 Don't You Even Care 4:53
- 5 Night Patrol 5:28
- 6 Nothin' But a Woman 4:39
- 7 Phone Booth 4:09
- 8 These Things 6:15
- 9 My Problem 5:23
- 10 The Forecast (Calls for Pain) 4:53
- 11 Consequences 4:26
- 12 Right Next Door (Because of Me) Standout 5:44
- 13 Acting This Way 5:03
- 14 Smoking Gun Standout 6:55
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