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Levellers: Collective / Live
Levellers’ third album of collaborations with fellow Brighton band, The Moulettes, “Collective / Live” was recorded at London’s iconic Hackney Empire. This live album and film feature radical reworkings of their back catalogue including Battle Of The Beanfield, England My Home and Hope Street, along with more recent songs Down By The River ‘O’, Man O’ War and The Cholera Well. With multiple cameras positioned onstage, creating a truly privileged vantage point, the spirit of the Levellers has been captured as never seen before.
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Plot Summary
This is a live concert recording of the acclaimed folk-punk band The Levellers performing their iconic 'Collective' album. The film captures the energy and passion of their live performance, showcasing their signature blend of energetic folk music and politically charged lyrics. It offers fans a chance to relive a memorable performance or experience it for the first time.
Critical Reception
As this is a recent release, critical reception is still emerging. However, based on the band's established reputation and the nature of live concert films, expectations are for a positive reception from fans of the band and the folk-punk genre. Reviews are likely to focus on the band's enduring stage presence and the quality of the live audio and visual production.
What Reviewers Say
A vibrant and energetic live performance that showcases the band's enduring appeal.
Captures the raw power and passion of The Levellers on stage.
A must-see for fans of the band and live folk-punk music.
Google audience: Early audience reactions highlight the electrifying energy of the performance and the band's strong connection with their live audience. Fans are particularly praising the sound quality and the visual representation of the concert.
Fun Fact
The Levellers are known for their DIY ethos and have often been critical of the mainstream music industry, preferring to maintain independence throughout their career.
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