Live & Loud 2009 cover

Live & Loud 2009

Buckcherry · 2009

68 min · 15 tracks · hard rock

A high-octane live performance bursting with gritty riffs and anthemic choruses that embody hard rock's rebellious spirit.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Tired of You Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Lit Up — This track exemplifies Buckcherry's signature blend of party anthems and hard rock energy, electrifying audiences with its catchy chorus and infectious vibe.
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    Crazy Bitch — As one of Buckcherry’s most recognizable hits, this song encapsulates the band's provocative style and connects deeply with fans during live performances.
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    Sorry — The heartfelt delivery of this ballad contrasts with the more raucous tracks, showcasing the band's emotional depth and lyrical prowess amidst high-energy performances.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The live album captures Buckcherry's energetic performance but lacks significant compositional depth.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent setlist of crowd favorites, with each track maintaining high energy and tempo throughout the performance.
  • Audience interaction is prominent, with the lead vocalist engaging fans between tracks, enhancing the concert experience.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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

  • high-energy live performance vibes
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • cathartic release through anthems
  • party ignition for gatherings
  • dynamic flow keeps engagement

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer quiet, subdued atmospheres
  • avoid lengthy, immersive experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Fan Favorite — Captures the band's energetic live performance, appealing to dedicated fans.
Themes
live music energy· crowd connection· hard rock rebellion
Career context
Released in 2009, Live & Loud 2009 captures Buckcherry's resurgence after their commercial breakthrough with 2006's 15. This live album showcases the band's energetic stage presence and engages fans with crowd favorites while solidifying their position in the hard rock genre. The release followed a period of lineup stability, allowing them to focus on delivering a raw concert experience.
Stylistic neighbors
Hinder· Papa Roach· Puddle of Mudd

Tracklist

  • 1 Tired of You Start here 3:45
  • 2 Next 2 You 3:56
  • 3 Broken Glass 4:40
  • 4 Check Your Head 4:57
  • 5 Lit Up 4:43
  • 6 Talk to Me 3:48
  • 7 Rescue Me 3:48
  • 8 Rose 4:02
  • 9 For the Movies 5:14
  • 10 Ridin’ 4:42
  • 11 Lawless and Lulu 4:27
  • 12 Everything 4:32
  • 13 Sorry 4:04
  • 14 Crazy Bitch 7:37
  • 15 Cream 4:04

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