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Meat Puppets Live

Meat Puppets · 2002

75 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock

An eclectic blend of punk energy and country melodies captured in raw, unfiltered live performances.

Why this album works

This album is significant as it highlights the Meat Puppets' influence on the alternative rock scene, particularly their contribution to the grunge movement in the early '90s. It received positive reviews for its authentic representation of the band's live energy, further solidifying their legacy within the genre.
Best for
dynamic live performance energy wave-like pacing with highs raw and unfiltered sound
Context
Released in 2002, 'Meat Puppets Live' came during a period when the band was reconnecting with their roots after a decade-long hiatus. This live album encapsulates their evolution from alternative rock pioneers to seasoned performers, showcasing both classic tracks and newer material.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 4:35
  • 2 Armed and Stupid 3:01
  • 3 Wipe Out 3:39
  • 4 I Quit 3:01
  • 5 Hercules 3:13
  • 6 Oh, Me Standout 3:11
  • 7 Push the Button 4:35
  • 8 Lamp 5:35
  • 9 Pieces of Me 3:32
  • 10 Up on the Sun Standout 7:21
  • 11 Take Off Your Clothes 4:49
  • 12 Fatboy / Fat / Requiem 9:41
  • 13 Lake of Fire Standout 2:38
  • 14 Way That It Are 4:08
  • 15 You Love Me 3:50
  • 16 Plateau 2:47
  • 17 Touchdown King 6:01

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