Live from Madison Square Garden
Of a Revolution · 2007
129 min · 18 tracks · alternative rock
Energetic live performances blend with uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics, capturing the essence of a vibrant concert atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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That Was a Crazy Game of Poker — The track's extended jam section highlights the band's improvisational prowess, making it a staple in their live performances and encapsulating the atmosphere of their concerts.
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Love and Memories — This song combines catchy hooks with introspective lyrics, showcasing O.A.R.'s lyrical depth while remaining a crowd favorite that resonates well during live shows.
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Heard the World — The anthemic chorus and uplifting message make this track significant for its ability to unite audiences, reflecting the band's mission to inspire positivity through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures the live experience well but lacks some compositional depth and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album features extended instrumental sections, particularly in tracks like 'That Was a Crazy Game of Poker', allowing for improvisation and crowd interaction.
- Several songs include call-and-response segments with the audience, enhancing the live concert atmosphere.
- The setlist is arranged to build energy, starting with more upbeat tracks and gradually incorporating slower songs before concluding with high-energy performances.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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
- dynamic live energy throughout
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- cathartic sing-along moments
- extended tracks for deep immersion
- heartfelt storytelling in performance
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone songs
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Live from Madison Square Garden marked a pivotal moment for O.A.R. as their first live album, showcasing their growing popularity following the success of their studio album, Stories of a Stranger. The record solidified their reputation as a dynamic live band and featured a mix of fan favorites that highlighted their signature sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jack Johnson· Dispatch· Guster
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Love and Memories 5:13
- 2 Untitled 5:59
- 3 Hey Girl 9:21
- 4 Risen 4:30
- 5 Living in the End 4:54
- 6 About Mr. Brown 6:03
- 7 Heard the World 5:28
- 8 About an Hour Ago 7:02
- 9 One Shot 5:08
- 10 James 6:02
- 11 Anyway 9:30
Disc 2
- 1 Dareh Meyod 4:53
- 2 Something Coming Over 4:53
- 3 Black Rock 8:57
- 4 Lay Down 6:09
- 5 That Was a Crazy Game of Poker 17:20
- 6 52-50 10:36
- 7 City on Down 7:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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