{"product_id":"merle-haggard-rainbow-stew-live-at-anaheim-stadium-lp-082226","title":"Merle Haggard - Rainbow Stew - Live At Anaheim Stadium - LP","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e LP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e MCA Records, MCA Records, Anaheim Stadium, Anaheim, MCA Records, Inc., MCA Records, Inc., RCA Music Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalog number:\u003c\/strong\u003e MCA-5216\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e US\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMerle Haggard’s Rainbow Stew - Live At Anaheim Stadium offers a snapshot of the country legend’s live prowess in 1981, blending his mastery of storytelling with the immediacy of a concert setting. The set moves through familiar territory with songs like \"Misery And Gin\" and \"Sing Me Back Home,\" alongside spirited renditions of \"Blue Yodel #9\" and \"Rainbow Stew,\" revealing why Haggard’s voice remains a touchstone for heartfelt, no-frills country music. This album stands out for its acoustic ensemble feel, emphasizing the interplay between guitar, fiddle, and vocals without unnecessary embellishment—just enough to keep the spotlight squarely on Haggard’s narrative grit. This vinyl pressing from 1981 presents the live energy of Anaheim Stadium with clear sound and minimal distractions. The record shows a glossy surface with only faint paper scuffs and light marks, so it should play smoothly for focused listening sessions. While it’s not a pristine collector’s copy, it offers a dependable listening experience for those who appreciate Merle’s blend of honky-tonk and outlaw sensibilities. If you’re looking to bring a bit of stadium-sized storytelling into your collection without the fuss, this pressing fits the bill with straightforward appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection data-track-listing=\"true\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrack listing \u0026amp; samples\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMerle Haggard - Rainbow Stew - Live At Anaheim Stadium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMisery And Gin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI Think I'll Just Stay Here And Drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack To The Barrooms Again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur Paths May Never Cross\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Running Kind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI'm A Lonesome Fugitive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRainbow Stew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Yodel #9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDealing With The Devil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiddle Breakdown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSing Me Back Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embeds\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5EiMzgsmlM4\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sample-embed\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/5wuENGhUQl1QqaKTtmZWJP\" allow=\"encrypted-media\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;min-height:152px;border:0;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Den Vinyl","offers":[{"title":"VG++ \/ VG+ \/ 1981","offer_id":54012761964860,"sku":"DEN00000198","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/9932\/2684\/files\/Ni0xOTE2LmpwZWc.jpg?v=1787440293","url":"https:\/\/shoptheden.com\/products\/merle-haggard-rainbow-stew-live-at-anaheim-stadium-lp-082226","provider":"The Den New Hope PA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}