Live at the Britt Festival
Michael Nesmith · 1999
83 min · 19 tracks · country music
A warm blend of folk, country, and pop melodies delivered with heartfelt storytelling and intimate performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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Papa Gene's Blues — This track reflects Nesmith's roots in folk and country while showcasing his storytelling prowess, making it a highlight of his live performances.
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Joanne — A poignant ballad that demonstrates his ability to convey deep emotion through simple yet evocative lyrics, resonating strongly with audiences.
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Different Drum — Originally popularized by Linda Ronstadt, this performance emphasizes Nesmith's distinctive vocal style and offers a fresh take on a well-loved classic.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Joanne
The singer reveals vulnerability through a narrative that speaks directly to an absent love, capturing the essence of longing.
The song's structure shifts between reflective verses and an emotionally charged chorus, enhancing the impact of its theme of unrequited love.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Two Different Roads 3:49
- 2 Papa Gene's Blues 4:50
- 3 Propinquity (I've Just Begun to Care) 5:53
- 4 Some of Shelly's Blues 3:17
- 5 Joanne 6:52
- 6 Tomorrow and Me 4:24
- 7 The Upside of Goodbye 3:32
- 8 Harmony Constant 4:22
- 9 Silver Moon 5:05
- 10 5 Second Concerts 1:53
- 11 Yellow Butterfly 5:52
- 12 Moon Over the Rio Grande 5:43
- 13 Juliana 6:07
- 14 Laugh Kills Lonesome 4:00
- 15 I Am Not That 2:31
- 16 Rising in Love 4:34
- 17 Rio 5:50
- 18 Different Drum 2:40
- 19 I Am Not That (reprise) 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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