Live at the El Mocambo
| The Rolling Stones
Live at the El Mocambo
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Rolling Stone
Intimate Toronto shows offer a glimpse of the band playing with a ferocity that proves they were more than bored, disconnected rock stars.
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Ultimate Classic Rock
Whether intended or not, the performances heard on Live at the El Mocambo gave the Rolling Stones the jolt that they needed to move forward during a period of doubt. It was another turning point, finally available for all to savor.
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Variety
One could argue, in the parlance of the era, that the concert captured here was the first day of the rest of the Stones’ lives — and 45 years later, you’re in that sweaty club with them.
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Exclaim!
It's rather stunning to finally have such a pristine and mighty record of this happening, which truly comes to life on Live at the El Mocambo. From Jagger's playful banter ("Everything alright in the critics' section?" he asks sardonically) to the band playing quite tightly around Charlie Watts, as he messes beautifully with time and space so that the Stones can transcend them both, the band innocently gave Toronto and the world something incredible to talk about for four decades and counting.
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Spill Magazine
Their teeth as sharp as ever, there was still an air of danger that followed the stones in ‘77. This remains incredibly apparent on Live At The El Mocambo. Through their raw, bluesy, and powerful performance, you can perfectly feel the vibe of the room, the sweaty, packed club; a powder keg just waiting to set off. Not only does Live At The El Mocambo live up to the reverence surrounding this legendary performance, but it can also stand among the greatest of live albums from the stones, making Live At The El Mocambo a truly thrilling record.
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Hear2zen
This live release is without doubt proof that the live album’s when gathered and released the right way are a beautiful listen to one’s ears. Whether you are a CD or vinyl fan, this release is a requirement in your collection!
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AllMusic
The Stones often sound as if they're enjoying hunkering down on a smaller stage, giving enthusiastic performances that avoid sloppiness. It adds up to a gas, a record that belongs alongside Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out! and Brussels Affair as among the best official live Stones albums.
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