The Real Thing (Taj Mahal album)
| The Real Thing | ||||
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| Live album by | ||||
| Released | 1971 (CD in 2000) | |||
| Recorded | February 13, 1971 | |||
| Venue | Fillmore East, New York City | |||
| Genre | Blues | |||
| Length | 66:51 | |||
| Label | Columbia/Legacy | |||
| Producer | David Rubinson (original recording), Bob Irwin (CD reissue) | |||
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| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic | |
| Christgau's Record Guide | B |
| Entertainment Weekly | B+ |
| The Penguin Guide to Blues Recordings | |
| Rolling Stone | (not rated) |
The Real Thing is a double live album by Taj Mahal, released in 1971. It was recorded on February 13, 1971, at the Fillmore East in New York City and features Taj Mahal backed by a band that includes four tuba players.