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| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Join The Band | |||
| 2. Fat Man In The Bathtub | |||
| 3. All That You Dream | |||
| 4. Oh Atlanta | |||
| 5. Old Folks Boogie | |||
| 6. Dixie Chicken | |||
| 7. Tripe Face Boogie | |||
| 8. Rocket In My Pocket | |||
| 9. Time Loves A Hero | |||
| 10. Day Or Night | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Willin' | |||
| 2. Don't Bogart That Joint | |||
| 3. A Apolitical Blues | |||
| 4. Sailin' Shoes | |||
| 5. Feats Don't Fail Me Now | |||
| 6. One Love Stand | |||
| 7. Rock And Roll Doctor | |||
| 8. Skin It Back | |||
| 9. On Your Way Down | |||
| 10. Walkin' All Night | |||
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Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
Few rock concert documents can match this 1978 live album for sheer musicianship, or for its full-blooded representation of one of the best live bands ever. Little Feat's turbulent '70s pilgrimage had been studded with commercial detours when its second incarnation as a swampy, blues-rock sextet clicked musically, and these English and American dates, beautifully recorded by George Massenburg, capture the band in all its rowdy, precise glory. The late Lowell George's influence had been damped down in the studio, deferring to his bandmates' writing and singing, but Columbus is dominated by his gruff, lyrical vocal presence and the mercurial tang of his indelible slide guitar. With the Tower of Power Horns aboard to inject razor-sharp horn work, this romp through the Feat songbook of southern-fried rock represents a satisfying summation of the band's best works, every bit as engaging as their studio models. This is simmering, smart music measured by an honour roll of great songs with no lapses. The only caveat--and a minor one--is the deletion of two tracks to squeeze the original two LPs onto a single CD. --Sam Sutherland
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46 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
If you already have the original single CD version of this and you're wondering if this new release is worth buying, the unequivocal answer is a resounding, yes! Remixed and remastered, every viable track from the original live recordings is here, complete with beautifully designed, superbly informative inlay artwork and a dinky card outer sleeve to protect the plastic jewel case.
The tracks themselves are crystal clear, with every instrument clearly audible. The new track order, although spliced together from two different venues and over several dates from each, works tremendously well to give a really seamless impression of a continuous performance (disc 1, tracks 1-12).
The original single CD, a direct lift from the vinyl double album, was a pretty disgraceful piece of work, but Warner Brothers have done the band proud this time, presenting a really excellent package at a bargain price. What must be one of the best ever live recording just got that much better. Go get it fella.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The original vinyl version of this album, is just amazing, sounding as fresh today as the 25 years ago when originally recorded. This re-mastered double cd album with extra material is just quite simply outstanding.
It's the only album that I can happily play for months on end in my car... there just isn't a boring or badly played track on there. Lowell George & troops did good!
An essential buy... even if you're new to the 'Feat'.
Enjoy!!!
It's the only album that I can happily play for months on end in my car... there just isn't a boring or badly played track on there. Lowell George & troops did good!
An essential buy... even if you're new to the 'Feat'.
Enjoy!!!
30 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I can remember buying this on vinyl about 25 years ago. At the time I had tended to ignore live albums through a concern over musicianship. My fears were dispelled with this one album.From the opening few bars of Join The Band right through to Willin' you are in the company of genius. The band is tight throughout, the horns are outstanding and Lowell George's voice is sublime. My only frustration is that Lowell George died shortly after and I never actually saw them live, although I did console myself with his solo album and a number of back catalogue Little Feat albums, none of which captured the raw power of them live in the way that Columbus did.Every track is a gem, but the standouts are Dixie Chicken with its wonderful horns, Fat Man in the Bathtub, All That You Dream, Mercenary Territory and the remarkable acapello of Willin'.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
I was unsure..........but needn't have been.
Yes I'm an old fussy bugger. Had all LF albums up to this on vinyl from my youth. Bought the CD's from the 80's, all dissapointing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Paul "NS1000"
Probably the best recorded live album, ever.....!
I have had this on its original double LP for the past 25 years and have only just replaced it with CD. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Tim Kidner
Tracks very 'samey'
Clearly brilliant musicians but once you've heard the first track there is little variation. A good niche group but can see why they didn't make it into the big time in the UK.
Published 15 months ago by James Reilly
Feat's Finest
Little Feat are actually one of the greatest bands of all time with a consistent output of fantastic records in the 70s (until the untimely death of front man Lowell George) to... Read more
Published on 10 May 2010 by Alister King
Another vote of perfection!
As others have said, this may possibly be the best live album ever! I do especially like the extended piano jam on "Dixie Chicken" and the Tower of Power Horns on "Mercenary... Read more
Published on 1 Jun 2007 by No Name
A rare document of perfection
I first heard this album shortly after it came out and was mesmerised. Lowell George spoke of his approach as creating a musical "cracked mosaic" and if you listen you can hear the... Read more
Published on 25 Jan 2007 by Mr. T. A. Lloyd
Best live album ever.
If you like Country with a boogie beat...
...you need this album. It's flawless. Every track is performed so well & the sound quality is so good, I can't fault it in any... Read more
...you need this album. It's flawless. Every track is performed so well & the sound quality is so good, I can't fault it in any... Read more
Published on 16 Jan 2007 by James N. R. Goad
Probably the Best Live Album Ever
If you like Little Feat, and you prefer the raw energy and presence of a Live Album then this is a must. Read more
Published on 10 Dec 2003 by Gareth
Simply the best live rock album
From the moment they come on stage the band and its supporting brass section, the Tower of Power Horns, present no-holds-barred funk and country rock. Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2002 by Mr. Dc Fowler
Tight, funky stuff: an excellent live album
The Amazon review got it right. This is excellent american rocking music from the late 70's. The Grateful Dead provided the best live recordings in the early 70's, this followed on... Read more
Published on 30 July 2000 by jlchurch@callnetuk.com
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