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Rare Earth in Concert

Rare Earth · 1971

73 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock

A fusion of funk, rock, and soulful grooves that captures the energy of a live performance.

Rare Earth in Concert is an album by Rare Earth, released in 1971. A fusion of funk, rock, and soulful grooves that captures the energy of a live performance. 'Rare Earth in Concert' is significant for its commercial success, featuring the extended jam 'Get Ready,' which became a defining track for the band. The album reached number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing Rare Earth's influence as one of the few white acts signed to Motown and highlighting the label's crossover appeal in rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rare Earth in Concert sound like?

A fusion of funk, rock, and soulful grooves that captures the energy of a live performance. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.

What makes Rare Earth in Concert by Rare Earth notable?

'Rare Earth in Concert' is significant for its commercial success, featuring the extended jam 'Get Ready,' which became a defining track for the band. The album reached number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, reinforcing Rare Earth's influence as one of the few white acts signed to Motown and highlighting the label's crossover appeal in rock music. By the time 'Rare Earth in Concert' was released in December 1971, Rare Earth had established themselves as a prominent act with their hit single 'Get Ready' propelling them into the mainstream. This album followed their successful studio works and showcased their ability to translate studio magic into vibrant live performances, consolidating their position within the evolving rock scene.

How many songs are on Rare Earth in Concert?

Rare Earth in Concert has 8 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·73:49

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

  • 1 I Just Want to Celebrate Standout 4:41
  • 2 Hey, Big Brother 7:25
  • 3 Born to Wander 4:24
  • 4 Get Ready Standout 23:34
  • 5 What'd I Say 6:29
  • 6 Thoughts 10:47
  • 7 (I Know) I'm Losing You Standout 14:04
  • 8 Nice to Be With You 2:22

Release Date

December 1, 1971

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

73 min 49 sec