Live: You Get What You Play For
REO Speedwagon · 1977
68 min · 13 tracks · rock music
A vibrant showcase of classic rock energy, blending raw vocals with soaring guitar solos and a tight rhythm section.
Top tracks — play these first
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Keep Pushin' — This track embodies the band's uplifting spirit and serves as an anthem of perseverance, showcasing their ability to connect with audiences through relatable themes.
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(I Believe) Our Time Is Gonna Come — This song highlights the group's knack for heartfelt ballads, featuring emotional vocals and a powerful message that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Ridin' the Storm Out — As one of REO Speedwagon's most recognizable tracks, it features intense guitar riffs and evocative lyrics about weathering life's challenges, making it a standout performance from the live album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This live album captures REO Speedwagon's energetic performances but lacks some cohesion in its track selection.
What we noticed
- Vocals are often harmonized, with the lead singer alternating between powerful belts and softer tones, creating dynamic contrasts throughout the performance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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
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
- dynamic live performance energy
- cathartic sing-along moments
- wave-like pacing and flow
- heartfelt ballads for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike lengthy live recordings
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1977, this live album captures REO Speedwagon's rising fame during their early years. Following their breakthrough record, 'You Can Tune a Piano, But You Can't Tuna Fish,' this album further solidified their presence in the arena rock scene as they transitioned into the mainstream.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Like You Do 6:54
- 2 Lay Me Down 3:38
- 3 Any Kind of Love 3:34
- 4 Being Kind (Can Hurt Someone Sometimes) 6:35
- 5 Keep Pushin' 4:06
- 6 (Only a) Summer Love 6:05
- 7 Son of a Poor Man 5:30
- 8 (I Believe) Our Time Is Gonna Come 4:49
- 9 Flying Turkey Trot 2:35
- 10 157 Riverside Avenue 7:38
- 11 Ridin' the Storm Out 5:47
- 12 Music Man 2:58
- 13 Golden Country 8:26
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