The Live Album cover

The Live Album

Robert Earl Keen

38 min · 10 tracks · country

A vibrant mix of storytelling and musicality, capturing the essence of live country performances.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
  • for evening gatherings
  • engaging narratives with musicality
  • easy sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced action
  • prefer standalone single tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'The Live Album' came during Robert Earl Keen's established career phase following his critically acclaimed studio works. This album showcased his storytelling prowess and ability to engage live audiences, solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in Americana and Texas country music.
Stylistic neighbors
Lyle Lovett· Guy Clark· Steve Earle

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I Wanna Know 2:47
  • 2 The Front Porch Song 6:36
  • 3 Goin' Down in Style 4:20
  • 4 If I Were King 2:56
  • 5 Copenhagen 3:12
  • 6 I Would Change My Life 2:50
  • 7 Stewball 2:44
  • 8 I'll Go on Downtown 3:59
  • 9 The Bluegrass Widow 6:19
  • 10 Who'll Be Looking Out for Me 2:39

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata