Live from Austin, TX
Susan Tedeschi · 2004
77 min · 15 tracks · blues
A dynamic fusion of blues and rock, showcasing raw vocals and instrumental prowess in an electrifying live setting.
Top tracks — play these first
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Love’s in Need of Love Today — This track showcases Tedeschi's soulful interpretation of Stevie Wonder's classic, blending emotional depth with her commanding vocal style.
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Angel From Montgomery — Tedeschi delivers a haunting rendition that highlights her ability to convey profound emotion through sparse instrumentation, setting it apart from other covers.
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Voodoo Woman — This performance exemplifies Tedeschi's blues roots, featuring gritty guitar work and an infectious energy that captivates the audience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The live setting enhances Tedeschi's vocal and instrumental strengths, making for an engaging blues experience.
What we noticed
- The album features extended instrumental solos, particularly in tracks like 'Voodoo Woman' and 'It Hurt So Bad', allowing the band to showcase their improvisational skills.
- Tedeschi's vocal delivery varies significantly from track to track, with some songs emphasizing her raw power while others highlight a more subdued, emotional approach.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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
- raw vocal power on display
- extended jams for deep immersion
- uplifting energy for gatherings
- emotional storytelling through performance
- intimate live setting feel
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio polish over live
- seek quick, radio-friendly tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Live from Austin, TX captures Susan Tedeschi at a pivotal moment shortly after her critically acclaimed album, Wait for Me (2002). This live performance solidified her reputation as a powerhouse vocalist and skilled guitarist, following a period of growing recognition in the blues-rock genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Derek Trucks· Joanne Shaw Taylor· Keb' Mo'
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You Can Make It If You Try 2:16
- 2 The Feeling Music Brings 5:20
- 3 Alone 3:49
- 4 Wait for Me 5:58
- 5 Hampmotized 7:41
- 6 Love’s in Need of Love Today 4:16
- 7 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right 4:34
- 8 Voodoo Woman 5:36
- 9 In the Garden 3:51
- 10 Gonna Move 4:56
- 11 Wrapped in the Arms of Another 3:06
- 12 It Hurt So Bad 6:01
- 13 Lost Lover Blues 8:24
- 14 I Fell in Love 4:45
- 15 Angel From Montgomery 6:33
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