The Last Waltz
The Band · 2002
129 min · 30 tracks · folk rock · blues rock · alternative country
A lush, nostalgic blend of Americana and rock, celebrating the journey of The Band's storied career.
Why this album works
This album not only reintroduced The Band's music to a new generation but also reinforced their influence on rock and Americana. It received positive acclaim for its rich orchestration and collaborative performances, solidifying The Band's lasting legacy in music history.
- Best for
- nostalgic reflections on life's journey wave-like pacing encourages deep listening celebratory vibes for shared moments
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'The Last Waltz' serves as a retrospective of The Band's iconic musical legacy. This album followed their celebrated farewell concert film from 1976, capturing the essence of their sound while showcasing their evolution over the years. It represents a significant moment where they revisited classic tracks alongside new arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bruce Cockburn· Leonard Cohen· The Guess Who· Gordon Lightfoot· April Wine· Prism· Tom Cochrane· Bachman–Turner Overdrive
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Theme From The Last Waltz 3:40
- 2 Up on Cripple Creek 4:35
- 3 Who Do You Love 4:15
- 4 Helpless Standout 5:50
- 5 Stagefright 4:24
- 6 Coyote 5:53
- 7 Dry Your Eyes 3:56
- 8 It Makes No Difference 6:50
- 9 Such a Night 4:03
- 10 The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down Standout 4:20
- 11 Mystery Train 5:03
- 12 Mannish Boy 6:59
- 13 Further On up the Road 5:03
Disc 2
- 1 Shape I’m In 4:07
- 2 Down South in New Orleans 3:05
- 3 Ophelia 3:57
- 4 Tura‐Lura‐Lural (That’s an Irish Lullaby) 4:21
- 5 Caravan 6:02
- 6 Life Is a Carnival 4:19
- 7 Baby Let Me Follow You Down 2:55
- 8 I Don’t Believe You (She Acts Like We Never Have Met) 3:33
- 9 Forever Young 4:39
- 10 Baby Let Me Follow You Down (reprise) 2:47
- 11 I Shall Be Released Standout 5:25
- 12 The Last Waltz Suite: The Well 3:30
- 13 The Last Waltz Suite: Evangeline 3:12
- 14 The Last Waltz Suite: Out of the Blue 3:11
- 15 The Last Waltz Suite: The Weight 4:36
- 16 The Last Waltz Suite: The Last Waltz Refrain 1:32
- 17 The Last Waltz Suite: Theme From The Last Waltz (with orchestra) 3:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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