Released 17 years ago this October
Live at Third Man Records West
The Dead Weather · 2009
18 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock
A raw, energetic live recording that captures the gritty essence of alternative rock with a bluesy edge.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hang You From the Heavens — This track exemplifies the band's raw power and features a hypnotic groove that engages listeners immediately, showcasing Alison Mosshart's commanding vocals.
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Treat Me Like Your Mother — With its driving beat and confrontational lyrics, this track encapsulates the band’s dynamic interplay between male and female vocalists and demonstrates their signature sound blending blues rock with garage punk.
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I Cut Like a Buffalo — The heavy riffs and intense performance highlight Jack White's guitar work, making it a standout moment in the set that captures the band's gritty aesthetic.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases The Dead Weather's energetic live presence but lacks the depth of their studio work.
What we noticed
- The recording captures a raw, unpolished sound with noticeable crowd interaction, enhancing the live atmosphere.
- Each track features extended instrumental sections that emphasize the band's bluesy rock roots and improvisational style.
- Vocals are delivered with a gritty edge, often layered with effects that add to the overall intensity of the performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- short bursts of raw energy
- captivating live performance atmosphere
- gritty riffs for high adrenaline
- punchy tracks for quick listen
Maybe skip if you
- slow, reflective listening preference
- long-form musical explorations
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 30, 2009, 'Live at Third Man Records West' came shortly after The Dead Weather's debut album, 'Horehound', which had established their unique sound. This album showcases the band's live energy and solidifies their place in the alternative rock scene as they emerged from the supergroup status with members from The White Stripes and The Kills.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Raconteurs· Queens of the Stone Age· Jack White
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Forever My Queen 2:47
- 2 Hang You From the Heavens 2:41
- 3 I Cut Like a Buffalo 3:27
- 4 So Far From Your Weapon 4:23
- 5 Treat Me Like Your Mother 5:35
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