Live – Stompin' at the Savoy
Chaka Khan · 1983
77 min · 17 tracks · jazz
A vibrant showcase of Chaka Khan's dynamic vocals and infectious rhythms, blending jazz, R&B, and soul in a live setting.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ain’t Nobody — This track features Khan's soaring vocals and an unforgettable groove, making it one of her signature songs and a highlight of the concert.
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Tell Me Something Good — Originally written by Stevie Wonder, this song showcases Khan's ability to blend funk with soulful melodies, illustrating her diverse musical influences.
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Sweet Thing — Khan delivers a heartfelt rendition of this classic ballad, demonstrating her emotional depth and vocal prowess as she connects with the audience.
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What Cha’ Gonna Do for Me — The song’s upbeat tempo and catchy hook exemplify Khan's fusion of R&B and pop, showcasing her ability to create danceable yet meaningful music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases Khan's vocal prowess and dynamic stage presence, blending jazz and R&B effectively.
What we noticed
- Khan's vocal improvisation is prominent, particularly in extended sections of several songs where she interacts with the band.
- The live setting captures audience reactions, which enhances the emotional impact of her performances throughout the record.
- 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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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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 performance energy
- uplifting and joyous vibes
- extended, immersive listening experience
- wave-like pacing throughout
- engaging emotional connections
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — This live album showcases her dynamic vocals and engages dedicated fans.
- Career context
- By 1983, Chaka Khan was already a celebrated figure in music, having gained fame as the lead singer of Rufus and with several successful solo albums. 'Live – Stompin' at the Savoy' marked her first live album release after the commercial success of her studio album 'What Cha' Gonna Do for Me' in 1981, capturing her electrifying stage presence.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Stevie Wonder· Annie Lennox
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 You Got the Love 5:36
- 2 Once You Get Started 5:05
- 3 Dance With Me 3:36
- 4 Sweet Thing 3:28
- 5 Tell Me Something Good 3:39
- 6 You’re Welcome, Stop On By 5:41
- 7 Pack’d My Bags 4:31
- 8 I’m a Woman (I’m a Backbone) 4:06
- 9 At Midnight (My Love Will Lift You Up) 3:39
Disc 2
- 1 Ain’t That Peculiar 3:29
- 2 Stay 5:50
- 3 What Cha’ Gonna Do for Me 4:24
- 4 Do You Love What You Feel 6:50
- 5 Ain’t Nobody 4:45
- 6 One Million Kisses 4:12
- 7 Try a Little Understanding 4:45
- 8 Don’t Go to Strangers 4:14
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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