album · February 16, 2024
Live at the Bottom Line, 1974
Omnivore RecordingsSee this day
folk rockfolksinger-songwriter
This archival release captures Steeleye Span in their element, performing live in 1974, an era when their electrifying interpretations of traditional folk music were at their peak. The recording showcases the raw energy and vocal prowess that defined their live shows during this foundational period.
- The performance was recorded at The Bottom Line in New York City on October 10, 1974, during the band's tour for their album 'Now We Are Six'.
- The setlist includes fan favorites such as "Disciple," "Molly o' Molly," and "Go from My Window," alongside traditional tunes like "The Parting Glass."
- This release marks the first official release of this specific concert recording, previously only available as a soundboard tape in collector circles.
Steeleye Span formed in London in 1969, pioneering a British electric folk sound that blended traditional ballads with rock instrumentation. They achieved significant commercial success in the 1970s with a string of influential albums.
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