Live at the Fillmore East
Jefferson Airplane · 1998
76 min · 15 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant tapestry of psychedelic rock, blending improvisational jams with sharp lyrical wit and dynamic instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Intro / The Ballad of You and Me and Pooneil Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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White Rabbit — The track serves as a definitive anthem of the psychedelic era, with its surreal lyrics and haunting melodies that mirror the counterculture's exploration of consciousness.
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Somebody to Love — This song exemplifies the band's ability to blend rock with poignant themes of longing and desire, showcasing Grace Slick's powerful vocals at their peak.
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Greasy Heart — The performance captures a raw energy that emphasizes the band's experimental approach, characterized by tight musicianship and impassioned delivery.
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The Ballad of You and Me and Pooneil — This opener sets an engaging tone for the live set, featuring intricate guitar work and lyrical storytelling that encapsulates the band's artistic ethos.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures the band's improvisational skill and vibrant live sound, making it a notable entry in their discography.
What we noticed
- Several tracks transition seamlessly into one another, creating a continuous flow that enhances the live experience.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance energy
- wave-like pacing with crescendos
- immersive electric soundscapes
- exploratory journey through tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, concise songs
- dislike live audience interaction
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Showcases the band's live improvisation and beloved tracks, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- San Francisco counterculture· psychedelic exploration· live improvisational energy
- Career context
- Live at the Fillmore East captures Jefferson Airplane during a pinnacle of their career, shortly after the release of their seminal album, Surrealistic Pillow in 1967. By this time, they had solidified their position as leading figures in the San Francisco music scene and were known for their electrifying live performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Doors· Grateful Dead· Cream
Tracklist
- 1 Intro / The Ballad of You and Me and Pooneil Start here 8:37
- 2 She Has Funny Cars 3:58
- 3 It's No Secret 3:43
- 4 Won't You Try / Saturday Afternoon 5:08
- 5 Greasy Heart 4:07
- 6 Star Track 7:36
- 7 Wild Tyme 3:22
- 8 White Rabbit 2:59
- 9 Thing 11:31
- 10 Today 3:43
- 11 The Other Side of This Life 5:13
- 12 Fat Angel 9:05
- 13 Watch Her Ride 3:13
- 14 Closing Comments 0:46
- 15 Somebody to Love 3:22
What to play next
Volunteers
1969
Continues the energetic and politically charged themes with a similar psychedelic sound.
Bless Its Pointed Little Head
Sets the stage with live performances that highlight their improvisational style.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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