Live At The Old Quarter, Houston, Texas captures Townes Van Zandt in his element, performing solo over a series of intimate 1973 shows at Houston’s storied Old Quarter club. Stripped down to just his voice and guitar, Van Zandt delivers a hauntingly honest mix of blues, folk, and country songs that highlight his profound songwriting and wry stage banter.
This cherished live album is often hailed as a defining moment in Townes Van Zandt’s career, featuring raw interpretations of classics like “If I Needed You” and “Pancho and Lefty.” With its warm, unfiltered atmosphere and rich storytelling, this release stands as an essential document of Texas music history and Van Zandt’s enduring artistry.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Fat Possum Records
- Genre: Blues, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 09/23/2014
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TRACKS
A1. Announcement
A2. Pancho & Lefty
A3. Mr. Mudd & Mr. Gold
A4. Don't You Take It Too Bad
A5. Two Girls
A6. Fraternity Blues
A7. If I Needed You
B1. Brand New Companion
B2. White Freight Liner Blues
B3. To Live Is To Fly
B4. She Came And She Touched Me
B5. Talking Thunderbird Blues
B6. Rex's Blues
B7. Nine Pound Hammer
C1. For The Sake Of The Song
C2. Chauffeur's Blues
C3. No Place To Fall
C4. Loretta
C5. Kathleen
C6. Why She's Acting That Way
D1. Cocaine Blues
D2. Who Do You Love
D3. Tower Song
D4. Waiting 'Round To Die
D5. Tecumseh Valley
D6. Lungs
D7. Only Him Or Me
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