5 Facts About Donny Hathaway's Live Album

The album was recorded at two different clubs. Side one was captured at The Troubadour in Hollywood in August 1971, while side two came from The Bitter End in New York City in October 1971.

It was released in February 1972. The album hit stores just a few months after the final recording session.

The two-venue approach was unusual. Most live albums stick to one location, but Hathaway’s split recording gives each side a distinct energy and crowd vibe.

The Troubadour side captures a West Coast audience. The Hollywood crowd likely influenced the performance’s feel, differing from the New York audience at The Bitter End.

The Bitter End side offers an East Coast contrast. New York’s intimate club scene shaped the second half, making the album a snapshot of two different live music cultures.