Waiting for Columbus
Little Feat · 1978
74 min · 15 tracks · country · hard rock · blues rock
A vibrant blend of Southern rock and bluesy grooves, infused with jazz and country influences.
Why this album works
'Waiting for Columbus' received widespread acclaim upon its release, reaching No. 24 on the Billboard 200 chart and solidifying Little Feat's reputation as a formidable live band. The album has since been recognized for its influence on subsequent rock artists and was included in Rolling Stone's list of the 50 Greatest Live Albums of All Time.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks vibrant grooves for gatherings late-night boogie energy
- Context
- Released in 1978, 'Waiting for Columbus' is Little Feat's first live album, capturing the band's peak during a period of critical acclaim following their studio successes with 'Dixie Chicken' and 'Feats Don't Fail Me Now'. This album showcases their unique sound and improvisational prowess, highlighting their status as a leading act in the Southern rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- ZZ Top· Lynyrd Skynyrd· The Black Crowes
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Join the Band 1:24
- 2 Fat Man in the Bathtub Standout 4:52
- 3 All That You Dream 4:31
- 4 Oh, Atlanta 4:20
- 5 Old Folks Boogie 4:27
- 6 Time Loves a Hero 4:19
- 7 Day or Night 5:31
- 8 Mercenary Territory 4:37
- 9 Spanish Moon 4:42
- 10 Dixie Chicken Standout 8:56
- 11 Tripe Face Boogie 7:10
- 12 Rocket in My Pocket 3:48
- 13 Willin’ Standout 3:50
- 14 Sailin’ Shoes 6:20
- 15 Feats Don’t Fail Me Now 5:21
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