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Live at the Zodiac

Graham Coxon · 2005

58 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock

Raw energy and candid storytelling merge in a lo-fi collection of alternative rock anthems.

Why this album works

'Live at the Zodiac' captures Coxon's live performance prowess, contributing to his reputation as a compelling live act. The album received positive critical reception, highlighting its intimate atmosphere and personal lyricism, further solidifying Coxon's place within the indie rock landscape.
Best for
wave-like pacing with peaks candid storytelling with raw energy dynamic journey of emotions
Context
By the time 'Live at the Zodiac' was released in 2005, Graham Coxon had already established himself as a key figure in the Britpop scene, having left Blur in 2002. This live album came after his experimental phase with 'Happiness in Magazines' (2004), showcasing his evolution as a solo artist and emphasizing his guitar-driven sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Blur· The Kooks· The Fratellis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Escape Song 2:55
  • 2 Spectacular Standout 3:03
  • 3 No Good Time 3:27
  • 4 I Wish 5:55
  • 5 That's All I Wanna Do 4:14
  • 6 Bottom Bunk 3:12
  • 7 Bittersweet Bundle of Misery Standout 5:08
  • 8 Girl Done Gone 4:36
  • 9 All Over Me 4:21
  • 10 Bitter Tears 5:42
  • 11 People of the Earth 3:19
  • 12 All I Wanna Do Iz Listen to Yuz 4:55
  • 13 Freakin' Out Standout 4:00
  • 14 Who the Fuck? 4:08
  • 15 Been Smoking Too Long
  • 16 Latte
  • 17 Live Line
  • 18 Baby, You're Out of Your Mind
  • 19 All Over Me
  • 20 My Little Girl
  • 21 Here I Go
  • 22 Bittersweet Bundle of Misery Standout
  • 23 Spectacular Standout
  • 24 Freakin' Out Standout

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