What makes Live: Take No Prisoners by Lou Reed notable?

'Live: Take No Prisoners' is notable for its candidness and humor, featuring Reed's sharp commentary between songs. The album received mixed reviews upon release but has since been recognized for its impact on live album productions and the way it represented the artist's defiance against commercial expectations. Released in November 1978, 'Live: Take No Prisoners' arrived two years after Reed's acclaimed album 'Coney Island Baby'. At this juncture, Reed was transitioning from mainstream recognition into a more avant-garde territory, showcasing his willingness to confront and challenge audiences with both his music and stage presence.

Who is Live: Take No Prisoners for?

Live: Take No Prisoners works well if you're into provocative storytelling in performance, wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts and extended tracks for deep engagement.

How many songs are on Live: Take No Prisoners?

Live: Take No Prisoners has 10 tracks, running approximately 98 minutes.

Live: Take No Prisoners

Lou Reed · 1978

98 min · 10 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · psychedelic rock

A raw, unfiltered live performance capturing Lou Reed's provocative storytelling and eclectic rock sound.

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Where this album fits

Career context: Released in November 1978, 'Live: Take No Prisoners' arrived two years after Reed's acclaimed album 'Coney Island Baby'. At this juncture, Reed was transitioning from mainstream recognition into a more avant-garde territory, showcasing his willingness to confront and challenge audiences with both his music and stage presence.
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