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Peter Gabriel - Live Blood

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Live Blood is a 2012 live album by the British rock musician Peter Gabriel. It captures performances from his New Blood tour, where he collaborated with the New Blood Orchestra to present orchestral re-arrangements of his solo career catalogue. The album distinguishes itself by completely removing traditional rock instrumentation, utilizing a full orchestra with no guitars, drums, or pianos. It appeals to listeners interested in classical and orchestral interpretations of progressive and art rock music.

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Where was Peter Gabriel's Live Blood recorded?

The two-CD album was recorded at London's Hammersmith Apollo on March 23, 2011, during the New Blood live project. It was released in 2012, with the European release listed for April 23 and the United States release for April 24. [PeterGabriel.com](https://petergabriel.com/news/live-blood/)

What does the New Blood Orchestra do on Live Blood?

The New Blood Orchestra replaces the usual rock-band backing with orchestral arrangements of Peter Gabriel's solo songs and related material. Gabriel's official site describes the project as using a 46-piece orchestra, with arrangements developed with John Metcalfe. [PeterGabriel.com](https://petergabriel.com/release/live-blood/)

Which Peter Gabriel songs are on Live Blood?

The track list includes Biko, Signal to Noise, Solsbury Hill, In Your Eyes, Don't Give Up, and The Rhythm of the Heat. The album has 22 tracks across two CDs, with 11 songs on each disc. [PeterGabriel.com](https://petergabriel.com/news/live-blood/)

Does Live Blood include Sledgehammer?

No. Sledgehammer is not on the official 22-track listing, which instead includes songs such as Biko, Red Rain, Mercy Street, and Solsbury Hill. The album is a live document of the New Blood project, not a complete greatest-hits set. [PeterGabriel.com](https://petergabriel.com/news/live-blood/)

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