With the Wild Crowd! Live in Athens, GA
The B-52's · 2011
76 min · 18 tracks · new wave · pop rock
A vibrant celebration of eclectic new wave sounds and infectious energy, capturing the B-52's at their lively best.
Why this album works
The album captures a live performance that celebrates the band's legacy, featuring classic hits that resonate with fans old and new. It serves as both a nostalgic journey for longtime listeners and an introduction to younger audiences, contributing to the B-52's sustained relevance in pop culture.
- Best for
- vibrant party atmosphere danceable rhythms throughout dynamic live performance energy
- Context
- Released in 2011, this live album marked a significant moment in The B-52's career, showcasing their enduring popularity after reuniting in the late 1990s. It followed their last studio album, 'Funplex' (2008), and highlighted their timeless appeal as icons of the new wave movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Harry Nilsson· Alanis Morissette· Ricky Martin· Prince· Green Day· Madonna· Elvis Presley· Cher
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pump 4:45
- 2 Private Idaho Standout 3:46
- 3 Mesopotamia 4:50
- 4 Ultraviolet 4:21
- 5 Give Me Back My Man 5:38
- 6 Funplex 4:05
- 7 Whammy Kiss 3:51
- 8 Roam 5:04
- 9 52 Girls 3:47
- 10 Party Out of Bounds 3:53
- 11 Love in the Year 3000 4:16
- 12 Cosmic Thing 3:58
- 13 Hot Corner 3:28
- 14 Band Intros 0:43
- 15 Love Shack Standout 5:45
- 16 Wig 4:01
- 17 Planet Claire 4:51
- 18 Rock Lobster Standout 5:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.