Live at the Fillmore East cover

Live at the Fillmore East

Jefferson Airplane · 1998

76 min · 15 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

Electric energy radiates through a kaleidoscope of psychedelic rock, bluesy riffs, and soaring harmonies.

Why this album works

This album is significant as it showcases Jefferson Airplane's live prowess during a time when many classic rock bands were reuniting for tours. It received positive critical reception and was noted for reviving interest in the band's legacy, particularly with tracks like 'Somebody to Love' and 'White Rabbit' re-emerging in popular culture.
Best for
dynamic live performance energy wave-like pacing with crescendos immersive electric soundscapes
Context
Released in 1998, 'Live at the Fillmore East' captures Jefferson Airplane during their reunion phase after a long hiatus since their peak in the late 1960s. This album followed their earlier work, showcasing a blend of nostalgia and matured musicianship that appealed to both old fans and new listeners.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro / The Ballad of You and Me and Pooneil 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 Standout 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 Standout 3:22

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