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Brit Fox's Den of Rock: Unleashing Pat Travers Band's "...Live! Go For What You Know" album #clevelandrecording

Welcome back to Brit Fox Studios' Magical Musical Forest, where we explore the wild and wonderful world of rock! Today, we're trekking through the sonic wilderness with Pat Travers Band's electrifying live album "...Live! Go For What You Know".

While Pat Travers hails from Canada, his brand of high-energy rock fits right in with Cleveland's booming rock scene of the late '70s. Imagine this album blasting from the speakers at the legendary Agora or echoing through the streets of the Flats!

Step into the sonic forest of 1979 with Pat Travers Band's electrifying live album "...Live! Go For What You Know". This vinyl treasure, released by Polydor Records, captures the raw energy of blues rock and roll at its finest.

Picture yourself in a moonlit clearing, surrounded by towering trees, as the first notes of this album crackle through the night air. The Pat Travers Band, like a pack of wild foxes, unleashes their musical prowess track by track, leaving listeners howling for more.

Album Highlights:

• Format: Vinyl LP

• Release Year: 1979

• Label: Polydor (PD-1-6202)

• Pressing: Compton Pressing (*26)

• Genre: Rock, Blues Rock, Rock & Roll

• Origin: USA

As you journey through this musical woodland, keep your ears perked for the following:

1. Fox's Favorite Riff: Which guitar lick makes you want to pounce with excitement?

2. Forest Floor Rhythm: How does the drumbeat mimic the pulse of nature?

3. Howling Vocals: Which tracks showcase Travers' most powerful vocal performances?

For a taste of Pat Travers' Cleveland connection, check out the Cleveland Music Map where you can listen to the full performance of Pat Travers - Live AUDIO - Agora Ballroom, Cleveland, Ohio, USA - 27th November 1978.

This show, recorded just months before the release of "...Live! Go For What You Know", gives you a glimpse into the electric atmosphere of a Pat Travers gig in the heart of Cleveland's rock scene.

Foxes of Rock Trivia:

Did you know? Just as foxes are known for their adaptability, Pat Travers demonstrated his musical versatility by seamlessly blending blues and rock elements throughout this live recording.

"...Live! Go For What You Know" stands as a testament to the untamed spirit of late '70s rock. Like a fox darting through the underbrush, the Pat Travers Band weaves through genres with agility and precision, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of live rock albums.

Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the Pat Travers Band, this album invites you to explore the rich, musical ecosystem of blues rock. So turn up the volume, close your eyes, and let the sounds of "...Live! Go For What You Know" transport you to a wild rock and roll forest.

I love when we hang out and talk music! Share your thoughts on this album in the comments below. What's your favorite track? How does it compare to other live albums from the era?