Jazz and blues pianist/vocalist/composer Mose Allison has been described as "one of the finest songwriters of 20th century blues." This 1978 live recording features Allison playing his usual repertoire, in a trio with bassist Tom Rutley (bass) and drummer Jerry Granelli (drums). Since Allison only recorded one album during the years 1973 to 1981, this well-recorded live set is quite valuable.

Most of the material is fairly familiar, but the singer's spirited delivery and interplay with the audience make this recording rare. It ain't about technology, it's about these transcendent versions of Allison classics performed with sidemen who get it, for people who dig it -- the real deal. Highlights include "Wildman on the Loose," "Swinging Machine," "I Live the Life I Love," "I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues" and "Your Mind Is on Vacation." Recorded Live March 26, 1978 at the Showboat Lounge, Silver Springs, MD.

Side One
1) Lost Mind
2) Wildman on the Loose
3) Your Molecular Structure
4) It Feels So Good
5) Swingin’ Machine
6) You Can Count on Me to My Part
7) I Live the Life I Love

Side Two
1) If You’re Going Up to the City
2) Hey Good Lookin’
3) Meet Me at No Special Place
4) Seventh Son
5) Your Mind Is on Vacation
6) Wildman/Show Closer

Tracklist:

Lost Mind
Wildman On the Loose
Your Molecular Structure
It Feels So Good
Swingin' Machine
You Can Count On Me To Do My Part
I Live the Life I Love
If You're Goin' Up To The City
Hey Good Lookin'
Meet Me At No Special Place
7th Son
Wildman
Your Mind Is On Vacation

UPC: 089353510527
Label: Liberation Hall
Release Date: 11.25.22
Format: Vinyl Record

Mose Allison - Live 1978 [RSD]