Live in Japan cover

Live in Japan

Primal Scream · 2003

69 min · 16 tracks · alternative rock

A high-energy fusion of rock and electronic sounds, punctuated by raw live intensity and anthemic choruses.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy live performance vibe
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • anthemic choruses for sing-alongs
  • dynamic shifts keep attention
  • for late-night gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quiet, introspective moments
  • dislike raw, energetic performances

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Live in Japan' was released in January 2003, Primal Scream had cemented their status as a leading force in alternative rock following their acclaimed album 'XTRMNTR'. This live recording captures the band's dynamic energy on stage during their tour promoting that album, showcasing their evolution into a more aggressive sound influenced by various genres.
Stylistic neighbors
The Chemical Brothers· Happy Mondays· Oasis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Accelerator 3:19
  • 2 Miss Lucifer 2:36
  • 3 Rise 4:24
  • 4 Shoot Speed/Kill Light 4:43
  • 5 Pills 3:58
  • 6 Autobahn 66 5:40
  • 7 City 3:18
  • 8 Rocks 3:31
  • 9 Kowalski 5:16
  • 10 Swastika Eyes 6:01
  • 11 Skull X 4:18
  • 12 Higher Than the Sun 6:53
  • 13 Jailbird 3:43
  • 14 Movin' on Up 5:00
  • 15 Medication 3:41
  • 16 Born to Lose 3:15

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