Live at Wood Hall cover

Live at Wood Hall

Allison Crowe · 2005

108 min · 46 tracks · traditional folk music

A heartfelt blend of folk-inspired melodies and raw, emotive vocals that resonate deeply.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance flow
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • emotional storytelling and connection
  • contemplative late-night reflections
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Fan Favorite — Captures the essence of Crowe's live performances, resonating with dedicated fans.
Themes
Canadian folk storytelling· live performance intimacy· personal freedom narratives
Career context
By the time 'Live at Wood Hall' was released in 2005, Allison Crowe had already established herself within the Canadian folk scene. This album followed her 2004 studio release, 'Spiral', showcasing her growth as a live performer and solidifying her reputation for powerful vocal delivery and engaging stage presence.
Stylistic neighbors
Laura Marling· Nick Drake· Joan Baez
If this clicks, go next to
This Little Bird — Continues the emotive vocal style and folk influences from the live performance.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Penthouse by Luna — Shares a similarly intimate atmosphere with emotive vocals and lush, folk-inspired melodies.
Our Endless Numbered Days by Iron & Wine — Explores personal narratives through soft, heartfelt instrumentation and introspective lyrics.
Alas, I Cannot Swim by Laura Marling — Features raw, emotive storytelling and strong vocal delivery in a folk tradition context.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "There Is".

Disc 1

  • 1 There Is Start here 2:59
  • 2 [applause/banter] 0:22
  • 3 By Your Side 3:50
  • 4 [applause/banter] 0:27
  • 5 Immersed 4:04
  • 6 [applause/banter] 0:19
  • 7 Independence Day 4:09
  • 8 [applause/banter] 0:28
  • 9 Sea of a Million Faces 2:48
  • 10 [applause/banter] 0:12
  • 11 Fire 3:42
  • 12 [applause/banter] 0:30
  • 13 What About You 4:53
  • 14 [applause/banter] 0:54
  • 15 Bill 4:05
  • 16 [applause/banter] 0:40
  • 17 Whether I'm Wrong 5:06
  • 18 [applause/banter] 0:48
  • 19 In Love in Vain 3:02
  • 20 [applause/banter] 0:32
  • 21 A Murder of One 7:06
  • 22 [applause/banter] 0:59
  • 23 Believe Me If All 1:21
  • 24 [applause/banter] 0:24

Disc 2

  • 1 Crayon & Ink 5:41
  • 2 [applause/banter] 0:15
  • 3 How Long 3:48
  • 4 [applause/banter] 0:12
  • 5 Running 4:59
  • 6 [applause/banter] 0:12
  • 7 Pray for Rain 4:18
  • 8 [applause/banter] 0:27
  • 9 Playboy Mommy 3:12
  • 10 [applause/banter] 0:14
  • 11 Finally 4:17
  • 12 [applause/banter] 0:25
  • 13 Disease 4:52
  • 14 [applause/banter] 0:49
  • 15 Secrets 6:29
  • 16 [applause/banter] 1:07
  • 17 I Dreamed a Dream 3:48
  • 18 [applause/banter] 0:25
  • 19 Imagine 3:17
  • 20 [applause/banter] 0:26
  • 21 Me and Bobby McGee 4:17
  • 22 [applause/banter] 0:41

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