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Unplugged...and Seated

Rod Stewart · 1993

70 min · 15 tracks · new wave · R&B · blues rock

Rod Stewart's unplugged performance melds intimate acoustic arrangements with his signature raspy vocals, creating a captivating nostalgia trip.

Why listen to this

Best for
intimate acoustic listening sessions nostalgic reflective moments steady emotional storytelling
Context
Released on May 24, 1993, 'Unplugged...and Seated' marked Rod Stewart's return to the forefront after a period of fluctuating commercial success. This live album came during a phase of artistic reinvention for Stewart, who had transitioned from rock star to a more reflective artist embracing acoustic sounds.
If you like
new wave, R&B, blues rock

Unplugged...and Seated is an album by Rod Stewart, released in 1993. Rod Stewart's unplugged performance melds intimate acoustic arrangements with his signature raspy vocals, creating a captivating nostalgia trip. 'Unplugged...and Seated' received critical acclaim and peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Stewart's comeback in the early '90s. The album's success helped revive interest in acoustic performances within rock music, influencing artists to explore similar formats. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Unplugged...and Seated sound like?

Rod Stewart's unplugged performance melds intimate acoustic arrangements with his signature raspy vocals, creating a captivating nostalgia trip. Rooted in new wave and R&B.

What makes Unplugged...and Seated by Rod Stewart notable?

'Unplugged...and Seated' received critical acclaim and peaked at number two on the Billboard 200 chart, solidifying Stewart's comeback in the early '90s. The album's success helped revive interest in acoustic performances within rock music, influencing artists to explore similar formats. Released on May 24, 1993, 'Unplugged...and Seated' marked Rod Stewart's return to the forefront after a period of fluctuating commercial success. This live album came during a phase of artistic reinvention for Stewart, who had transitioned from rock star to a more reflective artist embracing acoustic sounds.

Who is Unplugged...and Seated for?

Unplugged...and Seated works well if you're into intimate acoustic listening sessions, nostalgic reflective moments and steady emotional storytelling.

How many songs are on Unplugged...and Seated?

Unplugged...and Seated has 15 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·70:01

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hot Legs 4:25
  • 2 Tonight’s the Night 4:05
  • 3 Handbags and Gladrags 4:25
  • 4 Cut Across Shorty 4:58
  • 5 Every Picture Tells a Story Standout 4:45
  • 6 Maggie May Standout 5:45
  • 7 Reason to Believe 4:07
  • 8 People Get Ready Standout 4:59
  • 9 Have I Told You Lately 4:08
  • 10 Tom Traubert’s Blues (Waltzing Matilda) 4:40
  • 11 The First Cut Is the Deepest 4:12
  • 12 Mandolin Wind 5:23
  • 13 Highgate Shuffle 3:54
  • 14 Stay With Me 5:27
  • 15 Having a Party 4:44

Release Date

May 24, 1993

Genre

blues rock, new wave

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

70 min 1 sec