How Jackson Browne’s Classic Live Album Became a ‘Runaway Train’
Jackson Browne’sRunning on Empty album was one where the music fans got to be part of the process. Because it was recorded live on stage in concert — and at other points along the touring trail, backstage, in hotel rooms and even on the tour bus – it was a unique and often chaotic experience for those involved in the recording. As bassist Leland Sklar told UCR, Running on Empty was unlike anything he had ever been a part of. While bands and artists are very used to the uncomfortable nature of playing new material in front of an audience that’s just there to hear the hits, Running on Empty capt...