Free - Free Live! (1971) [2014 SHM-SACD]

Free Live! is a live album by English rock band Free. It was rush-released by Island Records to commemorate the band, who had broken up in April 1971. Possibly because of the publicity caused by their breakup (which had also earned them a successful parting single "My Brother Jake" that same month) the album was a hit, reaching #4 in the UK album charts.

Although Free made excellent studio records, Free "Live" is perhaps the best way to experience the band in all its glory. Led by singer-guitarist Paul Rodgers and lead guitarist Paul Kosoff, the band swings through nine songs with power, clarity, and a dose of funk. Of course, the hit single "All Right Now" is gleefully extended, much to the audience's and listener's delight. Superbly recorded by Andy Johns, this is one of the greatest live albums of the 1970s.

Tracks:

01. All Right Now
02. I'm A Mover
03. Be My Friend
04. Fire And Water
05. Ride On A Pony
06. Mr. Big
07. The Hunter (Live - Sunderland)
08. Get Where I Belong

Personnel:

Andy Fraser – bass guitar, piano
Simon Kirke – drums, percussion
Paul Kossoff – lead guitar, rhythm guitar
Paul Rodgers – vocals