Name: Stage Fright
Brand: The Band

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

B002308001

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2016-01-29

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Unive­rsal

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

602547206718

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Band

Genre US

60s & 70s

Label US

Capitol Records

The Canadian-American roots rock group that rose to prominence in the late 1960s. Comprised of vocalists and multi-instrumentalists Rick Danko, Levon Helm, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, and Robbie Robertson, The Band's soulful and authentic sound captivated listeners worldwide. They were cherished for their seamless blend of rock, folk, country, and blues, showcased in hits such as "The Weight" and "Up on Cripple Creek." Their contributions to popular music also included collaborations with Bob Dylan. The Band's enduring influence is characterized by their timeless harmonies, storytelling prowess, and lasting impact on the Americana genre.

The Band's third studio album is also their third-best studio album, and that isn't bad. It's not as synchronous as 'Music from Big Pink' or as overpowering as 'The Band', but that's part of its appeal. The quintet's first two albums were such towering achievements that the group came to lean on its songs, turning the lion's share of them into concert staples. 'Stage Fright' is littered with lesser-known Robbie Robertson compositions possessing more modest charms than the overplayed likes of 'The Weight' and 'The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.' The title track is uncommonly hard-eyed and modern; Richard Manuel's vocal, like most of his turns at the mic, is sparkling. (Manuel also shines on the reflective 'Sleeping' and the uptempo 'Just Another Whistle Stop'). 'All La Glory' is a gorgeous lullaby, while 'Time to Kill' sounds like the Band doing Creedence Clearwater Revival. This isn't the place to discover this great North American band, but it's definitely a stop worth taking before your exploration is completed.

Stage Fright

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