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Moby Grape Live

by Moby Grape

Released: April 20, 2010

Psychedelic rock, folk rock

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Notably, it includes their historic appearance at the…

Notably, it includes their historic appearance at the Monterey International Pop Festival.

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Critic Mark Deming praises the album for its portrayal of the band's brilliance as a live act, highlighting their prowess as a cohesive unit. Another reviewer recommends it as the next essential listen for fans after the band's debut album, affirming Moby Grape's status as one of the finest acts of the late '60s rock scene.

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"Moby Grape Live," released in 2010 by Sundazed Records, offers a collection of previously unreleased live recordings showcasing the band Moby Grape at various stages of their career. The album features performances from 1966, 1967, and 1969, capturing the band's prime and evolution after the departure of founding member Skip Spence in 1968. Notably, it includes their historic appearance at the Monterey International Pop Festival. Critic Mark Deming praises the album for its portrayal of the band's brilliance as a live act, highlighting their prowess as a cohesive unit. He suggests that while Moby Grape's studio work displays their songwriting strengths, "Moby Grape Live" reveals their greatness as a live band. Another reviewer recommends it as the next essential listen for fans after the band's debut album, affirming Moby Grape's status as one of the finest acts of the late '60s rock scene.