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Live & Inspired
Rock · 2012 · 17 tracks

Live & Inspired

Godsmack

A high-octane live document from Detroit paired with studio covers. Heavy, rhythmic alternative metal defined by tribal drumming and gritty, defiant vocals.

May 15, 2012 · Eagle Records

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Live & Inspired captures Godsmack at a point of absolute physical dominance. The first disc, recorded at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, serves as a masterclass in arena-sized alternative metal. It is thick, rhythmic, and heavy, emphasizing the band's unique dual-drumming approach and Sully Erna's commanding, gravel-flecked baritone. The energy is palpable, with the Detroit crowd acting as a fifth member of the band, their roars integrated into the mix to create a sense of massive, shared catharsis.

Tracklist · 17 Tracks
01
Straight Outta Line
5:37
02
Realign
4:43
03
Awake
4:57
04
Moon Baby
4:53
05
Changes
5:54
06
The Enemy
4:16
07
Keep Away
9:51
08
Speak
3:50
09
Voodoo
4:28
10
Batalla de los Tambores
6:31
11
Whatever
5:50
12
Serenity
4:41
13
I Stand Alone
4:58
14
Rocky Mountain Way
4:01
15
Come Together
3:47
16
Time
4:13
17
Nothing Else Matters
6:26
Moments Worth Listening For
The thunderous transition into Voodoo where the tribal percussion fills the entire theater space.
Sully Erna's gravelly command of the Detroit crowd during the bridge of Keep Away.
The surprisingly faithful yet heavy reimagining of Joe Walsh's Rocky Mountain Way on the bonus disc.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Live & Inspired sound next to the rest of Godsmack's catalogue?

Live Recording+3.6σ

The production is built around live recording than this artist usually allows.

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