Live at the Whisky a Go-Go cover

Live at the Whisky a Go-Go

X · 1988

72 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · punk

A raw and electrifying live performance that captures the rebellious spirit of punk rock in the late '80s.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • raw energy of live performance
  • rebellious spirit throughout tracks
  • engaging sing-along opportunities
  • captivating flow of concert experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer polished studio recordings
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Live at the Whisky a Go-Go' was released in 1988, X had already established themselves as a seminal punk rock band with a loyal following. This album served as a celebration of their earlier work, showcasing songs from their first three albums while capturing the energy of their live shows during a pivotal moment in their career.
Stylistic neighbors
The Stooges· Refused· Fugazi

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Los Angeles 2:55
  • 2 House I Call Home 3:35
  • 3 The New World 3:02
  • 4 Around My Heart 4:19
  • 5 Surprise Surprise 2:46
  • 6 Because I Do 2:25
  • 7 Burning House of Love 4:23
  • 8 My Goodness 4:06
  • 9 Blue Spark 2:13
  • 10 The Once Over Twice 2:35
  • 11 Devil Doll 4:30
  • 12 Hungry Wolf 3:52
  • 13 Unheard Music 4:10
  • 14 Riding with Mary 3:44
  • 15 The World’s a Mess 3:36
  • 16 White Girl 3:50
  • 17 Skin Deep Town 3:19
  • 18 So Long 3:58
  • 19 The Call of the Wreckin’ Ball 4:36
  • 20 Year 1 1:16
  • 21 Johny Hit & Run Pauline 3:35

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