The Concert Collection 2012–2018
Archie Roach · 2019
57 min · 20 tracks · alternative rock
A collection of heartfelt performances blending soulful melodies with poignant storytelling rooted in personal and cultural experiences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Let Love Rule Start here — This track exemplifies Roach's message of unity and compassion, combining emotional depth with an uplifting melody that resonates strongly with audiences.
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Please Don't Give Up on Me — With its raw vulnerability, this song highlights Roach's personal struggles and connects deeply with listeners facing their own challenges.
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No More Bleeding — This powerful anthem addresses social issues with a sense of urgency, showcasing Roach's commitment to activism through his art.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intimate storytelling through live performances
- reflective moments of heartfelt connection
- candid emotional expressions and warmth
- short interludes enhancing thematic flow
Maybe skip if you
- prefer high-energy, fast-paced music
- want purely instrumental tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A live compilation showcasing Roach's work without being a primary entry point.
- Themes
- Indigenous storytelling· personal resilience· social justice anthems
- Career context
- By the time 'The Concert Collection 2012–2018' was released in 2019, Archie Roach had established himself as a prominent voice in Australian music, particularly known for his work addressing Indigenous issues. This album serves as a retrospective of live performances, highlighting his evolution since his debut album 'Charcoal Lane' in 1990 and showcasing his enduring impact on the music scene over decades.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paul Kelly· The Waifs· Missy Higgins
Tracklist
- 1 Introduction - Let Love Rule 0:31
- 2 Let Love Rule Start here 5:13
- 3 Introduction - Get Back to the Land 2:05
- 4 Get Back to the Land 4:13
- 5 Introduction - There's a Little Child 0:59
- 6 There's a Little Child 4:09
- 7 Introduction - Please Don't Give Up on Me 1:31
- 8 Please Don't Give Up on Me 3:25
- 9 Introduction - Love Sweet Love 1:03
- 10 Love Sweet Love 5:06
- 11 Introduction - Spiritual Love 1:09
- 12 Spiritual Love 3:35
- 13 Introduction - Always Be Here 1:05
- 14 Always Be Here 4:40
- 15 Introduction - It's Not Too Late 3:02
- 16 It's Not Too Late 3:58
- 17 Mighty Clarence River - Introduction 2:16
- 18 Mighty Clarence River 3:41
- 19 Introduction - No More Bleeding 1:14
- 20 No More Bleeding 4:32
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