Live

by Jonathan Richman & the Modern Lovers, Jonathan Richman, The Modern Lovers

Overview

Live catches Jonathan Richman at the height of his candy-floss novelty period. The music is warm and mild, almost all of it derived from '50s and early-'60s models such as surf idioms and guitar instrumentals. The lyrics are sweet and charming, sure to appeal to fanciful youngsters with visions of ice cream men and little dinosaurs in their heads. The only bothersome misstep here is the repeated encore reprise of the chorus to "Ice Cream Man," which extends well past the point of honest enjoyment. Sound quality and instrumental balances are excellent, and performances are low-key and winsome. While not an essential album in the Modern Lovers' canon, this sunny little platter is a fetching listen. [Live was also released with a bonus track.] ~ David Cleary

Product Details

Release Date:	10/21/2022
Label:	Omnivore
UPC:	0810075111866
Rank:	59908

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Jonathan Richman & the Modern Lovers   Primary Artist
Jonathan Richman   Primary Artist,Guitar,Vocals
The Modern Lovers   Primary Artist
Leroy Radcliffe   Guitar,Vocals
David Sharpe   Drums,Vocals,Percussion
Asa Brebner   Bass,Vocals
Denotra Sharpe   Drums,Vocals

Technical Credits

Traditional   Composer
John Tobler   Liner Notes
Earl Johnson   Composer
Jonathan Richman   Arranger,Composer
Matthew King Kaufman   Producer
The Modern Lovers   Performer
Kenny Laguna   Producer
Mark Dodson   Mixing
A. Boot   Photography