History in Five Songs 276: Live Albums: The Decade-by-Decade Fade

In Episode 276 of History in Five Songs, Martin explores the rise and fall of live albums across five decades, from their golden age in the 1970s to their fading significance in the 2000s. He dives into the cultural and commercial shifts that led to the decline, sharing stories of iconic albums from Kiss, Thin Lizzy, and more, while unpacking how live recordings once captured the essence of rock but lost their impact over time.

1. Kiss – “Black Diamond”
2. Thin Lizzy – “Got to Give It Up”
3. AC/DC – “Who Made Who”
4. Rush – “Armor and Sword”
5. Judas Priest – “Dragonaut”

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