Name: Live
Brand: Big Star

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

rcd10221

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2007-07-31

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Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Warner Music Group

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Standard:20

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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Big Star

Genre GB

Classic

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Big Star is an American rock band that was founded in 1971 in Memphis, Tennessee. Although they disbanded in 1974, they later reformed in 1993. The band consisted of Alex Chilton on vocals, Chris Bell on guitar and vocals, Andy Hummel on bass and vocals, and Jody Stephens on drums. Sadly, both Chilton and Hummel passed away in 2010, but Stephens continues to keep the Big Star legacy alive.
With their unique sound and influential music, Big Star made a significant impact on the rock genre during their active years. Their songs showcased powerful vocals from Chilton and Bell while also incorporating catchy guitar riffs and harmonies. Despite their initial lack of commercial success, Big Star gained a cult following over time.
In recent years, Jody Stephens has resurfaced as the only surviving original member of Big Star. His dedication to preserving the band's legacy has led to continued recognition for their contributions to rock music. Fans can still enjoy the timeless music created by this iconic American rock band.

back in stock. big star formed and unraveled in the first half of the seventies. an enduring legacy of three studio albums has left its mark on a slew of bands who fell under the spell of their initially commercially unsuccessful releases. 'live' finds the trio with their new bass player playing a radio broadcast in a studio in new york city. released nearly two decades after it was recorded, this is a rough and tumble set in every regard - the mood of the band, their playing and the earnest attempt by the engineer to achieve and maintain a reasonable sound mix. opening with what may be their most well known song, 'september gurls', the set is prototypical alex chilton, replete with soulful phrasing filtered through a depressed sort of hallucinogenic abandon. he also had the good taste to cover loudon wainwright's 'motel blues'. this wouldn't be the album to start exploring this band with, but it does fill in the cracks between their other releases quite nicely.

Live

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