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The Replacements

The Farewell Gig

The Farewell Gig

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  • Released Date: 09 Mar 2015

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

The Replacements bid adieu in true drunken glory on "The Farewell Gig," a raucous live album capturing the Minneapolis band's final performance. From the opening chords of "I Will Dare" to the closing notes of "Bastards of Young," the group's legendary sloppiness is on full display--but so is their undeniable charisma. Paul Westerberg's whiskey-soaked vocals and knack for poignant songwriting are as potent as ever, carrying the band through hits like "Alex Chilton" and "Can't Hardly Wait" with equal parts poignancy and punk spirit.

The energy of the crowd at this historic show is palpable, with cheers and sing-alongs punctuating each track. Whether it's the rowdy anthem "Left of the Dial" or the tender ballad "Here Comes a Regular," the Replacements prove why they were one of the most beloved live acts of their era. The band's imperfections only add to their charm, as they stumble through tracks with a sense of reckless abandon that feels both endearing and exhilarating.

"The Farewell Gig" serves as a fitting send-off for a band that never quite fit in with the mainstream, but found a devoted following of misfits and outcasts who embraced their messy brilliance. As the final notes ring out and the crowd roars its approval, it's clear that the Replacements may be saying goodbye, but their music will always live on in the hearts of those who remember them fondly. Cheers to a band that never played it safe, and always played it loud.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. I Will Dare
2. Bent Out of Shape
3. Achin' to Be
4. Merry Go Round
5. Happy Town
6. Swingin' Party
7. One Wink at a Time
8. Waitress in the Sky
9. When It Began
10. Someone Take the Wheel
11. Talent Show
12. Nobody
13. Another Girl, Another Planet
14. Hey Good Lookin'
15. I'll Be You
16. I Don't Know
17. Within Your Reach
18. Can't Hardly Wait
19. Hootenanny

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