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Melanie at Carnegie Hall

Melanie

93 min · 19 tracks · country · traditional folk music

A captivating blend of folk and pop delivered through Melanie's intimate storytelling and emotive vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate storytelling through vocals
  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • reflective moments for quiet listening
  • engaging narratives for focused attention
  • captivating emotional waves throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek high-energy party anthems

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1970, 'Melanie at Carnegie Hall' came at a pivotal moment in Melanie's career as she was transitioning from her breakthrough success with 'Brand New Key'. This live album showcased her unique voice and style to a broader audience, solidifying her presence in the folk-pop scene of the early '70s. It reflected not only her growing popularity but also her artistic ambition as she tackled diverse themes in front of a live audience.
Stylistic neighbors
Kacey Musgraves· Brandi Carlile· Sara Watkins

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Introduction 1:27
  • 2 Baby Guitar 3:21
  • 3 Lay Your Hands Across the Six Strings 6:39
  • 4 Pretty Boy Floyd 3:54
  • 5 Someday I’ll Be a Farmer 4:00
  • 6 Babe Rainbow 6:26
  • 7 It’s Me Again 5:40
  • 8 Any Guy 2:51
  • 9 Brand New Key 2:43
  • 10 Some Say (I Got Devil) 4:02
  • 11 Bitter Bad 3:01
  • 12 Psychotherapy 5:36

Disc 2

  • 1 Together Alone 4:18
  • 2 Beautiful People 6:25
  • 3 Melody: Hearing the News / Seasons to Change / Peace Will Come 10:02
  • 4 My Rainbow Race 4:57
  • 5 Poet 5:22
  • 6 Ring the Living Bell / Shine the Living Light 6:28
  • 7 Actress 6:02

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