single · November 29, 1969
Up on Cripple Creek
SOFA - AV Catalog DDSee this day
rockclassic rockfolk rock
The A-side of the Band's third single, "Up on Cripple Creek" offered their signature blend of rootsy instrumentation and evocative storytelling to a wider audience. Its distinctive shuffle and lyrical themes cemented its place as a live favorite.
- The single reached number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in early 1970.
- The song was recorded at the Fillmore East in New York City, captured during the sessions for their live album 'The Band' (1970), also known as the 'Brown Box' album.
- The B-side, "The Lazy Song," was a Band original not previously released on an album.
The Band is a Canadian-American rock group, formed in Toronto in 1967. They are known for their fusion of rock, folk, country, and R&B. The "Up on Cripple Creek" single was released during a period when The Band was solidifying its reputation as a distinctive voice in American roots rock.
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