Old 97's - Alive & Wired (Red/ Yellow Splatter Vinyl) (Record Store Day Black Friday 2026) 3LP

Old 97's – Alive & Wired (Red & Yellow Splatter Vinyl) (Record Store Day Black Friday 2026) 3LP

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Experience the explosive live energy of American alt-country pioneers Old 97's with Alive & Wired. Originally released in 2005, this legendary live album finally makes its vinyl debut for Record Store Day Black Friday 2026, presented as a spectacular three-LP set pressed on Red & Yellow Splatter Vinyl.

Recorded over two unforgettable summer nights at Gruene Hall in Texas in 2005, Alive & Wired captures the band doing what they do best: delivering an exhilarating combination of raw rock-'n-roll, country, punk and irresistible melodies.

Formed in Dallas, Texas, in 1993, Old 97's became one of the most influential bands in the American alternative country movement. Led by singer and guitarist Rhett Miller, the group developed a distinctive sound that combines traditional country songwriting with the speed, attitude and intensity of punk rock.

The classic lineup features Rhett Miller on vocals and guitar, Ken Bethea on guitar, Murry Hammond on bass and vocals, and Philip Peeples on drums. Together, they create a powerful and unmistakable live sound built around tight musicianship, memorable songs and an infectious stage presence.

Featuring an impressive 30 tracks, Alive & Wired draws material from the band's first six studio albums. Fan favorites such as Barrier Reef, Doreen, Four Leaf Clover, Big Brown Eyes and Time Bomb appear alongside outstanding performances of Rollerskate Skinny, Murder (Or A Heart Attack) and King Of All The World.

Throughout the album, Old 97's effortlessly move between high-speed cowpunk, melodic alternative rock and heartfelt country songwriting. The intimate atmosphere of Gruene Hall and the band's energetic performances make this recording a remarkable document of their celebrated live reputation.

Although Alive & Wired was originally released on CD in 2005, it had never previously been available on vinyl. For Record Store Day Black Friday 2026, New West Records finally brings this essential live recording to the format collectors have been waiting for.

This special edition features three records pressed on Red & Yellow Splatter Vinyl, housed in a widespine jacket with a two-page insert. Record Store Day USA lists a limited quantity of 1,750 copies and identifies the release as RSD First, meaning that a subsequent vinyl edition may follow.

An essential addition to any collection of Old 97's, Americana, alt-country, cowpunk and high-energy live rock-'n-roll.

Tracklist

LP 1

Side A

A1. Melt Show
A2. The New Kid
A3. Barrier Reef
A4. W. TX Teardrops
A5. Lonely Holiday

Side B

B1. The Villain
B2. King Of All The World
B3. Salome
B4. Rollerskate Skinny
B5. The Other Shoe

LP 2

Side C

C1. Coahuila
C2. Iron Road
C3. Wish The Worst
C4. Won't Be Home
C5. Doreen

Side D

D1. Jagged
D2. Designs On You
D3. Curtain Calls
D4. Mama Tried
D5. If My Heart Was A Car

LP 3

Side E

E1. Four Leaf Clover
E2. Stoned
E3. Oppenheimer
E4. Can't Get A Line
E5. Cryin' Drunk

Side F

F1. Big Brown Eyes
F2. Murder (Or A Heart Attack)
F3. Smokers
F4. Friends Forever
F5. Time Bomb

Specifications

Artist: Old 97's

Title: Alive & Wired

Format: 3LP

Vinyl Color: Red & Yellow Splatter

Edition: Record Store Day Black Friday 2026 – RSD First

Release Date: November 27, 2026

Original Release: 2005

Recording Year: 2005

Recording Location: Gruene Hall, Texas, USA

Genre: Alt-Country, Americana, Cowpunk, Country Rock, Alternative Rock, Rock-'n-Roll

Record Label: New West Records

Distribution: Redeye / Bertus

Number of Records: 3

Number of Tracks: 30

Band Members: Rhett Miller, Ken Bethea, Murry Hammond and Philip Peeples

Packaging: Widespine jacket with two-page insert

Special Features: First-ever vinyl release of the 2005 live album

US RSD Quantity: 1,750 copies

Catalogue Number: LPNW7079IE

Barcode: 0607396707911

Highlights

First-ever vinyl release of Old 97's legendary 2005 live album Alive & Wired.

Special Record Store Day Black Friday 2026 edition on Red & Yellow Splatter Vinyl.

Features 30 electrifying live performances across three records and six sides.

Recorded over two nights at Gruene Hall in Texas, featuring classics including Barrier Reef, Doreen and Time Bomb.

Limited RSD First release from New West Records, with an announced US quantity of 1,750 copies.