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Temptations Live!

The Temptations · 1967

51 min · 17 tracks · funk · R&B · rock & roll

A vibrant showcase of soulful harmonies and electrifying stage presence that captures the essence of Motown's golden era.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance energy
  • sing-along classics with friends
  • wave-like emotional highs and lows
  • nostalgic vibes of motown era
  • immediate crowd engagement moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • preference for studio recordings
  • dislike for extended performances

Where this album fits

Themes
Motown golden era· live performance energy· soulful harmonies
Career context
Released on March 6, 1967, 'Temptations Live!' came during a pivotal moment in The Temptations' career as they were solidifying their status as one of Motown's leading acts. This live album followed their commercial success with hits like 'My Girl' and showcased their dynamic performance style, blending soul and rhythm and blues.
Stylistic neighbors
The Supremes· Marvin Gaye· Earth, Wind & Fire
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Reach Out by Four Tops — Features similar soulful harmonies and vibrant Motown energy, capturing the live performance spirit.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Introduction – Scott Regen 1:09
  • 2 Medley: Girl (Why You Wanna’ Make Me Blue) / The Girl’s Alright With Me / I’ll Be in Trouble / I Want a Love I Can See 4:49
  • 3 What Love Has Joined Together 3:01
  • 4 My Girl 3:08
  • 5 Yesterday / What Now My Love 4:51
  • 6 Beauty Is Only Skin Deep 2:23
  • 7 Group Introduction 0:48
  • 8 I Wish You Love 1:52
  • 9 Ain’t Too Proud to Beg 2:57
  • 10 Old Man River 4:44
  • 11 Get Ready 2:10
  • 12 Fading Away 1:55
  • 13 My Baby 2:10
  • 14 You’ll Lose a Precious Love 2:50
  • 15 Baby, Baby I Need You 1:50
  • 16 Don’t Look Back 7:07
  • 17 The Way You Do the Things You Do 3:24

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