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Live at the Beacon Theatre

James Taylor

120 min · 29 tracks · country · folk rock · pop rock

A warm and intimate live recording that captures Taylor's storytelling and rich melodies in a cherished venue.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • warm storytelling in intimate setting
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
  • for reflective evening listening
  • shared sing-alongs with friends
  • nostalgic moments wrapped in melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy music
  • seek standalone hits over albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Live at the Beacon Theatre' came during a period of resurgence for James Taylor, following his successful studio album 'Hourglass' in 1997. This album showcased his enduring appeal, highlighting both classic hits and newer material, while reaffirming his status as a beloved live performer after years of fluctuating popularity.
Stylistic neighbors
Carole King· Jackson Browne· Jim Croce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Program Start 0:20
  • 2 You Can Close Your Eyes 2:47
  • 3 Another Day 2:36
  • 4 Daddy’s All Gone 4:10
  • 5 Everyday 3:54
  • 6 Mighty Storm 6:10
  • 7 Only a Dream in Rio 5:45
  • 8 Don’t Let Me Be Lonely Tonight 3:03
  • 9 Your Smiling Face 3:28
  • 10 Jump Up Behind Me 4:03
  • 11 Shower the People 5:58
  • 12 How Sweet It Is 4:50
  • 13 Fire and Rain 4:30
  • 14 Me and My Guitar 3:41
  • 15 (I’ve Got to) Stop Thinkin’ ’bout That 5:29
  • 16 Handy Man 3:46
  • 17 You’ve Got a Friend 5:19
  • 18 Mexico 4:47
  • 19 Little More Time With You 4:07
  • 20 Line ’em Up 4:50
  • 21 Up on the Roof 4:21
  • 22 Ananas 5:41
  • 23 Steamroller Blues 5:09
  • 24 Belfast to Boston 3:51
  • 25 Wandering 3:05
  • 26 Not Fade Away 2:59
  • 27 End Credit Roll 1:33
  • 28 Coppertime 4:22
  • 29 Enough to Be on Your Way 5:26

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata