Live: The Empire
Pete Townshend · 2000
135 min · 25 tracks · rock music
Dynamic rock anthems interweave with heartfelt ballads in a celebration of musical legacy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks celebration of musical legacy heartfelt ballads intermixed
- Context
- By the time 'Live: The Empire' was released in 2000, Pete Townshend had established himself as a cornerstone of rock music, particularly known for his work with The Who. This live album came after several years of solo projects and followed his previous studio album, 'Psychoderelict', showcasing his return to live performance and reaffirming his status as a solo artist.
- If you like
- rock music
Live: The Empire is an album by Pete Townshend, released in 2000. Dynamic rock anthems interweave with heartfelt ballads in a celebration of musical legacy. 'Live: The Empire' stands out for its capturing of Townshend's nuanced vocal delivery alongside reimagined classics from his extensive catalog. It received positive reviews, highlighting the fresh interpretations of songs like 'Pinball Wizard' and 'Who Are You', gaining attention both for its artistic merit and as a document of Townshend's enduring influence on rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live: The Empire sound like?
Dynamic rock anthems interweave with heartfelt ballads in a celebration of musical legacy. Rooted in rock music.
What makes Live: The Empire by Pete Townshend notable?
'Live: The Empire' stands out for its capturing of Townshend's nuanced vocal delivery alongside reimagined classics from his extensive catalog. It received positive reviews, highlighting the fresh interpretations of songs like 'Pinball Wizard' and 'Who Are You', gaining attention both for its artistic merit and as a document of Townshend's enduring influence on rock music. By the time 'Live: The Empire' was released in 2000, Pete Townshend had established himself as a cornerstone of rock music, particularly known for his work with The Who. This live album came after several years of solo projects and followed his previous studio album, 'Psychoderelict', showcasing his return to live performance and reaffirming his status as a solo artist.
Who is Live: The Empire for?
Live: The Empire works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, celebration of musical legacy and heartfelt ballads intermixed.
How many songs are on Live: The Empire?
Live: The Empire has 25 tracks, running approximately 135 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 On the Road Again 5:05
- 2 A Little Is Enough 5:16
- 3 Pinball Wizard Standout 2:54
- 4 Drowned 7:28
- 5 Anyway Anyhow Anywhere 10:45
- 6 You Better You Bet 5:39
- 7 Behind Blue Eyes 3:44
- 8 Baby Don't You Do It 8:56
- 9 English Boy 0:47
- 10 Three Steps to Heaven 1:16
- 11 Mary Anne With the Shaky Hand 1:24
- 12 Sheraton Gibson 1:51
- 13 Substitute 2:44
- 14 I Am an Animal 4:01
- 15 North Country Girl 3:34
Disc 2
- 1 (She's a) Sensation 2:34
- 2 A Friend Is a Friend 5:52
- 3 Now and Then 4:17
- 4 Let My Love Open the Door 4:22
- 5 Who Are You Standout 13:11
- 6 The Kids Are Alright 8:25
- 7 The Acid Queen 3:39
- 8 Won't Get Fooled Again Standout 12:19
- 9 Magic Bus 11:43
- 10 I'm One 3:05
Release Date
September 18, 2000
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
135 min 4 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
