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Live at the Budokan

Blur · 1996

96 min · 25 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · pop rock

A vibrant celebration of Britpop energy, blending catchy hooks with raw live intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant live performance energy
  • catchy sing-along moments
  • dynamic pacing with waves
  • celebratory atmosphere with friends
  • nostalgic reflections on youth

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike crowd noise
  • prefer studio polish

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Live at the Budokan' was released in May 1996, Blur had already solidified their place in the Britpop movement following their breakthrough album 'Parklife' in 1994. This live album captures the band's peak performance period as they transitioned into international stars, showcasing their evolving sound and increasing popularity in Japan.
Stylistic neighbors
Oasis· Pulp· Radiohead

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Great Escape 1:34
  • 2 Jubilee 3:11
  • 3 Popscene 3:09
  • 4 End of a Century 2:54
  • 5 Tracy Jacks 4:07
  • 6 Mr. Robinson's Quango 4:59
  • 7 To the End 4:16
  • 8 Fade Away 4:18
  • 9 It Could Be You 3:11
  • 10 Stereotypes 3:26
  • 11 She's So High 5:24
  • 12 Girls & Boys 4:50
  • 13 Advert 3:26
  • 14 Intermission 1:37
  • 15 Bank Holiday 1:49
  • 16 For Tomorrow 6:24
  • 17 Country House 4:38
  • 18 This Is a Low 5:10
  • 19 Supa Shopper 3:23

Disc 2

  • 1 Yuko and Hiro 4:41
  • 2 He Thought of Cars 5:03
  • 3 Coping 3:23
  • 4 Globe Alone 2:43
  • 5 Parklife 3:37
  • 6 The Universal 5:09

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