Live Cream
Cream · 1970
42 min · 5 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · psychedelic rock
A raw showcase of virtuosic musicianship and psychedelic improvisation captured in electrifying live performances.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- By the time 'Live Cream' was released on April 1, 1970, Cream had already established themselves as pioneers of rock music with their innovative blend of blues and psychedelia. This album came shortly after their disbandment in late 1968, serving as a retrospective of their influential live performances and highlighting their improvisational prowess during their brief but impactful career.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, psychedelic rock
Live Cream is an album by Cream, released in 1970. A raw showcase of virtuosic musicianship and psychedelic improvisation captured in electrifying live performances. The album captures the essence of Cream's live sound, which was pivotal in shaping the jam band scene and influencing countless rock musicians. 'Live Cream' is also notable for its chart performance, reaching number 15 on the Billboard 200, affirming the band's lasting appeal even after their split. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live Cream sound like?
A raw showcase of virtuosic musicianship and psychedelic improvisation captured in electrifying live performances. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes Live Cream by Cream notable?
The album captures the essence of Cream's live sound, which was pivotal in shaping the jam band scene and influencing countless rock musicians. 'Live Cream' is also notable for its chart performance, reaching number 15 on the Billboard 200, affirming the band's lasting appeal even after their split. By the time 'Live Cream' was released on April 1, 1970, Cream had already established themselves as pioneers of rock music with their innovative blend of blues and psychedelia. This album came shortly after their disbandment in late 1968, serving as a retrospective of their influential live performances and highlighting their improvisational prowess during their brief but impactful career.
Who is Live Cream for?
Live Cream works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Live Cream?
Live Cream has 5 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 N.S.U. Standout 10:17
- 2 Sleepy Time Time 6:54
- 3 Sweet Wine Standout 15:18
- 4 Rollin’ and Tumblin’ Standout 6:44
- 5 Lawdy Mama 2:46
Release Date
April 1, 1970
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
42 min 0 sec
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