Album Info
| Artist: | Roy Buchanan |
| Album: | Live Stock |
| Released: | Germany, Sept 1975 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Reelin' And Rockin' | 2:11 |
| Written-By - Roy Milton | ||
| A2 | Hot Cha | 4:00 |
| Written-By - Willie Woods | ||
| A3 | Further On Up The Road | 4:39 |
| Written-By - Bill Mack | ||
| A4 | Roy's Bluz | 8:53 |
| Lead Vocals - Roy Buchanan | ||
| Written-By - Roy Buchanan | ||
| B1 | Can I Change My Mind | 6:17 |
| Written-By - B. Despenza, C. Wolfolk | ||
| B2 | I'm A Ram | 4:14 |
| Written-By - A. Greene, M. Hodges | ||
| B3 | I'm Evil | 6:01 |
| Lead Vocals - Roy Buchanan | ||
| Written-By - Roy Buchanan |
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Description
"Live Stock" by Roy Buchanan is not just a live album; it is an electrifying testament to Buchanan's exceptional talent and influence in the realm of blues guitar. Released in 1975, the album comprises performances recorded at New York's iconic Town Hall, perfectly capturing the raw energy and intricate technique that characterized Buchanan's live shows.
From the very first track, a haunting cover of Don Gibson's "Sweet Dreams," Buchanan's virtuosity is on full display. His distinctive use of the "pinch harmonic" technique imparts an ethereal quality to the music, propelling it beyond the boundaries of traditional blues and into a genre-defying realm all its own. This innovative technique, combined with Buchanan's emotive playing, ensures each song resonates deeply with the listener.
The album's crowning jewel is arguably "The Messiah Will Come Again," a nearly nine-minute opus that showcases Buchanan's remarkable ability to channel and express profound emotions through his instrument. His guitar weeps, wails, and practically speaks, demonstrating the power of music to communicate where words often fail.
Despite consisting of only six tracks, "Live Stock" provides an immersive glimpse into Buchanan's musicianship. His unerring command over the guitar, his innovative techniques, and the raw emotion that infuses his performances all combine to make this album a tour de force of blues music.
"Live Stock" is an essential addition to the library of any blues aficionado or guitar enthusiast. More than just a live album, it is a vibrant, pulsating representation of Roy Buchanan's talent—a rich, engaging sonic experience that remains as impactful today as it was at the time of its release.