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Live from Dakota

Stereophonics

92 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · post-Britpop

An energetic blend of post-Britpop anthems and gritty rock ballads, infused with heartfelt storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • heartfelt storytelling through songs
  • wave-like pacing across tracks
  • energetic anthems for gatherings
  • reflective moments amidst energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek uniform sound throughout

Where this album fits

Themes
media scrutiny· nostalgic longing· live rock energy
Career context
Released in 2006, 'Live from Dakota' captures Stereophonics at a transitional phase, following their commercial peak with 'Language. Sex. Violence. Other?' in 2005. This live album showcases the band’s evolution, featuring both classic hits and newer material as they continued to solidify their presence in the alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Oasis· Coldplay· Travis
Sounds like this from elsewhere
(What's the Story) Morning Glory? by Oasis — Shares anthemic melodies and themes of nostalgia within a Britpop framework.
Urban Hymns by The Verve — Combines emotive storytelling with expansive rock soundscapes and heartfelt lyrics.
The Man Who by Travis — Explores similar themes of longing and introspection wrapped in melodic alternative rock.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Superman 5:02
  • 2 Doorman 4:01
  • 3 A Thousand Trees 3:25
  • 4 Devil 4:46
  • 5 Mr. Writer 5:31
  • 6 Pedalpusher 3:20
  • 7 Deadhead 3:16
  • 8 Maybe Tomorrow 4:24
  • 9 The Bartender and the Thief 3:49
  • 10 Local Boy in the Photograph 4:03

Disc 2

  • 1 Hurry Up and Wait 5:12
  • 2 Madame Helga 3:50
  • 3 Vegas Two Times 3:54
  • 4 Carrot Cake and Wine 4:48
  • 5 I'm Alright 5:11
  • 6 Jayne 4:08
  • 7 Too Many Sandwiches 6:31
  • 8 Traffic 5:07
  • 9 Just Looking 5:18
  • 10 Dakota 6:26

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