Topic: Best/favourite live album (Read 24514 times)

Inlander · « **on:** 25 Mar 2005, 15:46 »

Spill-over from the punk thread . . . I don't think this has been a topic yet, though I couldn't be bothered to trawl through 7 pages of threads to double-check. If I'm wrong you can all bitch-slap me . . . And I know you will!

So there's your topic, right there in the subject line. My vote goes to the Waterboys live from Glastonbury in 1986, which makes up the 2nd C.D. on the "Live Adventures of the Waterboys" compilation. I'll undoubtedly think of others, but I need to get a torch and some strong rope and dive into my C.D. collection.

Willis · « **Reply #1 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 15:58 »

Oh my friend, it is ON! Of course since live albums tend to be kinda like "greatest hits albums" I don't own a whole lot, but I'll make due.

Stop Making Sense is at the top of my list, until proven otherwise. Its more then an album and video, its a total life experience. You've got the vastly superior version of Psycho Killer, there is the vast array of venerable side musicians, and above everything you've got the BIG SUIT!

My two runners up are:
10,000 Maniacs -- Unplugged
Nirvana -- Unplugged
Yes, both of these albums come from the Unplugged phenomenon that was sweeping across the country in the earlyl 90s. Yet these two bands embraced the gimmick and ran with it creating an aural experience that took the bands to the next level. I think the biggest reason I enjoy these albums so much is that both albums were put out after the band broke up/Natalie Merchant left. Both groups played with an intensity and emotion that seems to say "this is one of our last outputs as a cohesive unit and we're gonna take it to another level."

Alright, lets see your cards folks!

~~Willis, strives to own a Big Suit someday

czar0406 · « **Reply #2 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 16:01 »

Nine Inch Nails - "And All That Could Have Been"

Johnny C · « **Reply #3 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 16:02 »

Violent Femmes' Viva Wisconsin or Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense.

P.S. Both Clapton and Nirvana Unplugged are stellar.

Inlander · « **Reply #4 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 16:14 »

I can't believe I'm so stupid and forgetful. The live album to end ALL live albums: Sam Cooke, Live at the Harlem Square Club, 1963. Otis Redding's favourite singer, and with all the hooplah surrounding Ray Charles recently the forgotten man in the birth of soul. The most exhausting, most exhilirating 37 minutes of your life: because from first note to last, you're dancing any which way you can and grinning like an idiot because you're so priveliged to be listening to this record. So there.

Kai · « **Reply #5 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 16:17 »

Once again, I love the Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense video. Zappa in New York, Roxy and Elsewhere, and Bongo Fury (With Captain Beefheart! YAY!) are pretty good too. And I thoroughly enjoyed Led Zeppelin's How the West was Won more than any of their actual albums. They just sound so much better live.

Empty Friend · « **Reply #6 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 16:42 »

Portishead - roseland nyc live.

Beth Gibbons' voice is sex. The first time I heard tracks from it I had no idea it was live until people clapped at the end, I was baffled how she could sound that good live. Oh, and Sour Times from that is > Sour Times from Dummy.

Recap: Beth Gibbons = Sex.

ForteBass · « **Reply #7 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 17:22 »

Does it have to be a live album that's actually on the market?

siobhan · « **Reply #8 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 17:24 »

i agree with Willis (and most others it seems..) i like Stop Making Sense...

'psycho killer, qu'est que c'est'

Inlander · « **Reply #9 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 17:26 »

Quote from: ForteBass

Does it have to be a live album that's actually on the market?

Interesting question. Other points to ponder: is it a live album even if there's no audience (if not I nominate the Cowbody Junkies' Trinity Sessions - recorded live and without overdubs, as far as I'm aware, in a church in Toronto); and does a live album have to be of a single show (if not, then the Clash's From Here to Eternity - a seamless compilation of live songs from numerous concerts).

I'd answer these questions, except it's a Saturday and I don't think on Saturdays. Debate amongst yourselves.

KharBevNor · « **Reply #10 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 17:26 »

Ancient Rites-And the Hordes Stood as One

or

Mayhem-Live in Leipzig

or

Iron Maiden-A Real Live Dead One

...and probably some more I can't think of right now.

ForteBass · « **Reply #11 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 17:42 »

Hmmm. i suppose I'll just go with Mike Doughty - Smofe and Smang

Freezey · « **Reply #12 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 17:59 »

I don't own many live albums (nor have I heard any that I don't own, really); so I'm gonna just go with "And the band played on: Live at home" by Ann Beretta. The version of "Fire in the Hole" as a three piece is a lot better than the original recording as a four-piece (mainly because I like Robbie's voice a hell of a lot more than Leer's...), theres entertaining banter by the band and audience ("I've had these same pants on for 54 shows and 54 nights, so tonight I get to retire them tonight! Yeah! ...what was that?" "PLEASE, CHANGE YOUR FUCKING PANTS."). Anyways, great energy, some of my favorite songs, great sound quality...
oh, and it's out of print now apparantly. Add an inch to my rare-album nerd penis.

Hairy Joe Bob · « **Reply #13 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 18:20 »

Live Set by the Frames.

muffy · « **Reply #14 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 18:33 »

Jeff Buckley - Live at Sin-E...
So gorgeous...

rynne · « **Reply #15 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 19:19 »

I like my NIN - Solid Gold Hell bootleg, from their 1991 tour. The live versions of PHM songs kick the ass of the studio versions. And there’s a pre-Broken version of "Wish" with much cooler drumming and extra lyrics.

japaneasy · « **Reply #16 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 22:46 »

my most favourite live album is probably the Grateful Dead- Dead Set. Old school, I know, but it's just so sweet. Others include Soulive: Live in NYC and MAYBE Portishead: Live at the Roseland. Come to think of it, I just don't have that many live albums in my moozak collection...

daviesmatt · « **Reply #17 on:** 25 Mar 2005, 23:06 »

Jimi Hendrix - Band of Gypsies (Best Song - Machine Gun)

No idea when it was recorded, or where. Just saw it in some dudes Soulseek shared folder.

Cpt.Fantastic · « **Reply #18 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 09:47 »

Well, there's a couple...

Cream - Farewell Concerts
Mountain - Live
Rage Against The Machine - Live At The GOA
Pink Floyd - Pulse
Pink Floyd - Ummagumma (disc 2)

ASturge · « **Reply #19 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:18 »

pink floyd are the devil

pure eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeevil!!!!
anyways, id go with my bootleg recording of colin meloy live at schubas tavern,

KharBevNor · « **Reply #20 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:22 »

What on EARTH could you have against Pink Floyd?

No really? What? You dislike them entirely? All their periods and albums?

Jooooosh · « **Reply #21 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:23 »

they are an AWESOME band

ASturge · « **Reply #22 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:25 »

bah, i cant explain it, ive just never enjoyed their music. its not that im afraid of slightly experimental stuff, i like "do may say think" for gods sake...

KharBevNor · « **Reply #23 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:30 »

no, you must explain it, or the music police shall come and poke you with sticks and play 'The Piper At the Gates of Dawn' at you over and over again.

Jooooosh · « **Reply #24 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:31 »

YES!!!!! THE MUSIC POLICE!!!!! explain you actions

ASturge · « **Reply #25 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:34 »

damn you muic police and your pink floyd loving devilry

I WILL NO FALTER, pink-floyd-are-shit

Jooooosh · « **Reply #26 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:36 »

DIE NOW INFIDEL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

KharBevNor · « **Reply #27 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 10:40 »

The music police are displeased with you, Mr. ASturge.

To the gulags with you, where you shall be forced to mine vinyl in the dreaded trans-siberian vinyl mines and carve out split 7"s with a toothpick.

Deformagraphy · « **Reply #28 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 11:02 »

Quote from: czar0406

Nine Inch Nails - "And All That Could Have Been"

That and the new boots from Fresno. Very nice.

Two_Tone · « **Reply #29 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 12:56 »

Big Black-Pig Pile
The Cure-Paris
The Clash-On Broadway

Count_Zero · « **Reply #30 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 14:48 »

Guns 'n' Roses - Live Era '87 - '93

Count

SkinniDip · « **Reply #31 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 14:53 »

Gowan - Au Quebec

Okay, just kidding. I honestly have no clue.

Cpt.Fantastic · « **Reply #32 on:** 26 Mar 2005, 15:00 »

I am afraid, my friends, that I have been trying to get ASturge to like Pink Floyd for 6 months now. HE REPENTED DARK SIDE, THE BASTARD!

Yeah, that's his one musical taste fault, along with his fetish for 'Mmmbop' by Hanson. Poor boy.

Super Dave · « **Reply #33 on:** 27 Mar 2005, 21:40 »

I have 2 that I just love to death-
IRON MAIDEN - Rock In Rio
MEGADETH - Rude Awakening

Inlander · « **Reply #34 on:** 27 Mar 2005, 21:55 »

Quote from: Cpt.Fantastic

Yeah, that's his one musical taste fault, along with his fetish for 'Mmmbop' by Hanson. Poor boy.

Years ago, my brother bought a copy of the single of 'Mmmbop' because it was on sale. He was not in the slightest bit a Hanson fan. "Sure" I asked him, "but why did you buy a copy of 'Mmmbop', of all things?" "Because it was cheap" he replied. "Yes" I said, "but it's still 'Mmmbop'." "Oh, yeah. I guess so." Always remember: a sale item may be cheap, but it's not as cheap as not buying the damn thing in the first place.

Empty Friend · « **Reply #35 on:** 27 Mar 2005, 23:48 »

Quote from: Inlander

Always remember: a sale item may be cheap, but it's not as cheap as not buying the damn thing in the first place.

Tell that to my ex.

dancarter · « **Reply #36 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 03:43 »

easily, and for a number of reasons(production values, etc.), my fav is the recent live skinny puppy album: Back & Forth Vol. 5: Doomsday, Live in Dresden. everyone really needs to hear the live version of 'killing game' from that disc.

BehringerBoy · « **Reply #37 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 05:08 »

nobody mentioned Metallicas "S&M". That is one beautiful concert. The power of metal and classical put together is so cool. Also another favourite is Nirvana Unplugged. Wich is even cooler because on some of the songs The Meat Puppets guest apperes.

ASturge · « **Reply #38 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 06:29 »

Quote from: Cpt.Fantastic

I am afraid, my friends, that I have been trying to get ASturge to like Pink Floyd for 6 months now. HE REPENTED DARK SIDE, THE BASTARD!

Yeah, that's his one musical taste fault, along with his fetish for 'Mmmbop' by Hanson. Poor boy.

that song is good!!!!!

why cant you crazy assed mofos except that!!??!

Cpt.Fantastic · « **Reply #39 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 06:43 »

Yeah... Now'd be the time to shut up dude...

MannequinRepublic · « **Reply #40 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 06:49 »

My avatar may already speak for me, but I'm definitely going with Coheed and Cambria: Live at the Starland Ballroom.

Mnementh · « **Reply #41 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 07:34 »

Roy Orbison - Black & White Night
The Band - The Last Waltz

I like the Waterboys, I should check out this CD of which you speak.

Quote from: ASturge

damn you muic police and your pink floyd loving devilry

I WILL NO FALTER, pink-floyd-are-shit

I'm with him. Pink Floyd can slarve my dode.

ASturge · « **Reply #42 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 09:11 »

^ Mnementh, you dont know how much that means to me

Cpt, you LOOOOOOOOOOSE

and also, this doesnt prove pink floyds badness, but it does show that someone else doesnt like em'

http://www.tinymixtapes.com/musicreviews/p/pink_floyd.htm

Inlander · « **Reply #43 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 14:57 »

Quote from: Mnementh

I like the Waterboys, I should check out this CD of which you speak.

Do, among other delectable treats it's got an awesome version of "Old England" on it.

Kai · « **Reply #44 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 17:34 »

.... Is it really possible to not like Pink Floyd? I mean, some of the stuff they produced (Momentary Lapse of Reason, I'm glaring at you.) wasn't too good, but they've made some amazing music.

Jooooosh · « **Reply #45 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 17:36 »

I like Momentary Lapse of Reason

and technically, that wasnt Pink Floyd, that was after Roger Waters left, and did you know he sued them for Using the name Pink FLoyd after he left?

Rune · « **Reply #46 on:** 28 Mar 2005, 19:54 »

Five Iron Frenzy - The End Is Here is definitely my favorite. Because it's a recording of the last show they ever did, and they planned it that way, they put everything they had into it. The 10-minute medley near the end is inredible, but my absolute favorite is the ending of Every New Day, the last song they played. It's just mind-blowing.

Druid · « **Reply #47 on:** 30 Mar 2005, 00:03 »

The Toadies - Live from Paradise. These guys rock live.

the Smashing Pumpkins - Earphoria.
It's sort of live. They have them playing acoustic versions of their Siamese Dreams songs and other things. I think there is also a live version of Geek U.S.A. on it as well, but I may be mixing it up with either the VHS of the Greatest Hits DVD.

the Pixies - Death to the Pixies (Disc 2)
It's the Pixies. The songs are rawer which livens up their later stuff.

I don't have many live albums. I have some live bootleg mp3s. Some PJ Harvey, her stuff isn't that different then the albums, Smashing Pumpkins, lots of HUM, the live intro to Afternoon with the Axoltols is amazing too bad they didn't put it on the album.

AndSheeWas · « **Reply #48 on:** 30 Mar 2005, 05:04 »

The Name of this Band is Talking Heads.

Signum_Tenebrae · « **Reply #49 on:** 30 Mar 2005, 10:05 »

emperor - emperial live ceremony

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Author Topic: Best/favourite live album (Read 24514 times)

Willis

czar0406

Empty Friend

siobhan

Freezey

japaneasy

daviesmatt

Cpt.Fantastic

ASturge

ASturge

ASturge

Deformagraphy

Two_Tone

Count_Zero

SkinniDip

Cpt.Fantastic

Super Dave

Empty Friend

BehringerBoy

ASturge

Cpt.Fantastic

MannequinRepublic

Mnementh

ASturge

Rune

Druid

AndSheeWas

Signum_Tenebrae