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Triple Live
Live album by
Garth Brooks
ReleasedNovember 1, 2019
Recorded2014–2019
Genre
Length104:00
LabelPearl
ProducerGarth Brooks
Garth Brooks chronology
Gunslinger
(2016) 		Triple Live
(2019) 		Fun
(2020)

Triple Live is the second live album released by American country music artist Garth Brooks. The album was recorded during Brooks' 2014–17 world tour, as well as his Stadium Tour. The album has two mixes: a traditional live mix, which was released in 2019 as part of The Legacy Collection box set,[1] and a 'fan mix', which was released on August 27, 2018, as a free download.[2]

Track listing

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All places where recorded was first published on Garth Brooks Believers[3] Facebook group.

"Fan Mix" Edition, The Legacy Collection 3xCD Edition, Anthology Part III: Live Edition

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This listing was taken from the "fan mix" released on August 27, 2018. It would later appear in Anthology Part III: Live and also in The Legacy Collection vinyl set.

Disc one

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  1. "The Thunder Rolls" (Pat Alger, Garth Brooks) – 4:54
  2. "That Summer" (Alger, Sandy Mahl, Brooks) – 4:48
  3. "Ask Me How I Know" (Mitch Rossell) – 3:32
  4. "Fishin' in the Dark" (Wendy Waldman, Jim Photoglo) – 3:38
  5. "In Another's Eyes" (Brooks, Bobby Wood, John Peppard) – 3:47
  6. "All Day Long (Garth Brooks song)" (Bryan Kennedy, Mitch Rossell, Garth Brooks) – 2:26
    • Appears on Legacy Collection only
    • recorded on October 20, 2018, in Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, Indiana 2018
  7. "Rodeo" (Larry Bastian) – 3:50
  8. "Mom" (Wynn Varble, Don Sampson) – 2:56
  9. "Papa Loved Mama" (Kim Williams, Brooks) – 3:03
  10. "Guy Goin' Nowhere" (Ashley McBryde, Jeremy Bussey) – 3:39
    • recorded on November 11, 2017, at Spokane Arena, Spokane, Washington

Length: 36:26

Disc two

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  1. "Friends in Low Places (The Long Version)" (Earl "Bud" Lee, DeWayne Blackwell) – 7:16
  2. "Two of a Kind, Workin' on a Full House" (Dennis Robbins, Bobby Boyd, Warren Dale Haynes) – 2:46
  3. "Unanswered Prayers" (Alger, Bastian, Brooks) – 3:51
  4. "People Loving People" (busbee, Lee Thomas Miller, Chris Wallin) – 4:07
  5. "Shameless" (Billy Joel) – 4:19
  6. "Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)" (Kent Blazy, Williams, Brooks) – 4:47
  7. "Tacoma" (Caitlyn Smith, Bob DiPiero) – 3:38
  8. "Standing Outside the Fire" (Jenny Yates, Brooks) – 4:30

Length: 35:23

Disc three

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  1. "Callin' Baton Rouge" (Dennis Linde) – 3:10
  2. "The River" (Victoria Shaw, Brooks) – 3:41
  3. "The Beaches of Cheyenne" (Dan Roberts, Brooks) – 4:02
  4. "The Fireman" (Mack Vickery, Wayne Kemp) – 2:52
  5. "More Than a Memory" (Lee Brice, Kyle Jacobs, Billy Montana) – 3:19
  6. "Two Piña Coladas" (Shawn Camp, Benita Hill, Sandy Mason) – 4:04
  7. "Whiskey to Wine" (Varble, B. Kennedy, Brooks) – 3:57
  8. "We Shall Be Free" (Brooks, Stephanie Davis) – 3:01
  9. "The Dance" (Tony Arata) – 5:52

Length: 34:13

Deluxe Edition

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Disc One

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  1. "Friends in Low Places (The Long Version)" (Earl "Bud" Lee, DeWayne Blackwell) – 7:17
  2. "Two of a Kind, Workin' on a Full House" (Dennis Robbins, Bobby Boyd, Warren Dale Haynes) – 2:46
  3. "Unanswered Prayers" (Alger, Bastian, Brooks) – 3:54
  4. "People Loving People" (busbee, Lee Thomas Miller, Chris Wallin) – 4:08
  5. "Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)" (Randy Taylor, Garth Brooks) – 3:25
    • recorded at Mile High Stadium, Empower Field at Mile High Denver
  6. "Shameless" (Billy Joel) – 4:18
  7. "Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)" (Kent Blazy, Williams, Brooks) – 4:46
  8. "Tacoma" (Caitlyn Smith, Bob DiPiero) – 3:38
  9. "Standing Outside the Fire" (Jenny Yates, Brooks) – 4:32

Disc Two

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  1. "The Thunder Rolls" (Pat Alger, Garth Brooks) – 4:54
  2. "That Summer" (Alger, Sandy Mahl, Brooks) – 4:44
  3. "Ask Me How I Know" (Mitch Rossell) – 3:32
  4. "Fishin' in the Dark" (Wendy Waldman, Jim Photoglo) – 3:39
  5. "In Another's Eyes" (Brooks, Bobby Wood, John Peppard) – 3:48
  6. "Rodeo" (Larry Bastian) – 3:38
  7. "All-American Kid" (Craig Campbell, Brice Long, Terry McBride) – 4:44
  8. "Mom" (Wynn Varble, Don Sampson) – 2:58
  9. "Papa Loved Mama" (Kim Williams, Brooks) – 3:03
  10. "Guy Goin' Nowhere" (Ashley McBryde, Jeremy Bussey) – 3:39
    • recorded on November 11, 2017, at Spokane Arena, Spokane, Washington

Disc Three

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  1. "Callin' Baton Rouge" (Dennis Linde) – 3:09
  2. "The River" (Victoria Shaw, Brooks) – 3:43
  3. "The Beaches of Cheyenne" (Dan Roberts, Brooks) – 4:01
  4. "The Fireman" (Mack Vickery, Wayne Kemp) – 2:54
  5. "More Than a Memory" (Lee Brice, Kyle Jacobs, Billy Montana) – 3:24
  6. "Dive Bar (the duet with Blake Shelton)" (Garth Brooks, Bryan Kennedy, Mitch Rossell) – 2:56
  7. "Two Piña Coladas" (Shawn Camp, Benita Hill, Sandy Mason) – 4:05
  8. "Cold Like That" (Steven Olsen, Chris Wallin, Melissa Peirce) – 3:23
  9. "Whiskey to Wine" (Varble, B. Kennedy, Brooks) – 3:58
  10. "We Shall Be Free" (Brooks, Stephanie Davis) – 3:01
  11. "The Dance" (Tony Arata) – 5:52

Legacy Collection Vinyl Edition

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Album 1, side A

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  1. "The Thunder Rolls" (Pat Alger, Garth Brooks) – 4:54
  2. "That Summer" (Alger, Sandy Mahl, Brooks) – 4:48
  3. "Ask Me How I Know" (Mitch Rossell) – 3:32
  4. "Fishin' in the Dark" (Wendy Waldman, Jim Photoglo) – 3:38
  5. "In Another's Eyes" (Brooks, Bobby Wood, John Peppard) – 3:47

Album 1, side B

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  1. "Rodeo" (Larry Bastian) – 3:50
  2. "Mom" (Wynn Varble, Don Sampson) – 2:56
  3. "Papa Loved Mama" (Kim Williams, Brooks) – 3:03
  4. "Guy Goin' Nowhere" (Ashley McBryde, Jeremy Bussey) – 3:39
    • recorded on November 11, 2017, at Spokane Arena, Spokane, Washington

Album 2, side A

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  1. "Friends in Low Places (The Long Version)" (Earl "Bud" Lee, DeWayne Blackwell) – 7:16
  2. "Two of a Kind, Workin' on a Full House" (Dennis Robbins, Bobby Boyd, Warren Dale Haynes) – 2:46
  3. "Unanswered Prayers" (Alger, Bastian, Brooks) – 3:51
  4. "People Loving People" (busbee, Lee Thomas Miller, Chris Wallin) – 4:07

Album 2, side B

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  1. "Shameless" (Billy Joel) – 4:19
  2. "Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)" (Kent Blazy, Williams, Brooks) – 4:47
  3. "Tacoma" (Caitlyn Smith, Bob DiPiero) – 3:38
  4. "Standing Outside the Fire" (Jenny Yates, Brooks) – 4:30

Album 3, side A

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  1. "Callin' Baton Rouge" (Dennis Linde) – 3:10
  2. "The River" (Victoria Shaw, Brooks) – 3:41
  3. "The Beaches of Cheyenne" (Dan Roberts, Brooks) – 4:02
  4. "The Fireman" (Mack Vickery, Wayne Kemp) – 2:52
  5. "More Than a Memory" (Lee Brice, Kyle Jacobs, Billy Montana) – 3:19

Album 3, side B

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  1. "Two Piña Coladas" (Shawn Camp, Benita Hill, Sandy Mason) – 4:04
  2. "Whiskey to Wine" (Varble, B. Kennedy, Brooks) – 3:57
  3. "We Shall Be Free" (Brooks, Stephanie Davis) – 3:01
  4. "The Dance" (Tony Arata) – 5:52

Charts

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Year-end charts

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Year-end chart performance for Triple Live Deluxe
Chart (2021) Position
US Top Country Albums (Billboard)[4] 88

Certifications

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Certifications and sales for Triple Live
Region Certification Certified units/sales
United States (RIAA)[5] 7× Platinum 2,333,331‡

‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

References

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Triple Live is a live album by American country music singer-songwriter Garth Brooks, serving as his second live recording following the 1998 release of Double Live. Originally issued as a digital download on August 27, 2018, it features 26 tracks captured during performances from Brooks' extensive world tour. The album documents Brooks' 2014–2017 World Tour with his wife, , a three-and-a-half-year endeavor that set records for attendance and revenue music history, drawing over 6.3 million fans across multiple continents. In 2020, an expanded edition titled Triple Live Deluxe was released on November 20 as a three-CD set containing 30 tracks, incorporating additional material from Brooks' subsequent , such as performances at and . This deluxe version, exclusive to Brooks' official store in certain formats, includes a booklet of tour photographs and was available in multiple variants reflecting different tour stops. Key tracks on Triple Live Deluxe include extended live renditions of Brooks' signature hits like "Friends in Low Places," "The Thunder Rolls," and "The Dance," alongside covers and collaborations that highlight his dynamic stage presence and audience interaction. The album underscores Brooks' enduring popularity and reaffirms his status as one of the best-selling artists in music history with over 170 million albums sold worldwide.

Background

Tour origins

Garth Brooks' decision to launch the World Tour with Trisha Yearwood in 2014 stemmed from his long-standing commitment to family life, which had prompted his retirement from major touring in the early 2000s. Following a decade of unprecedented commercial success, including sales of over 100 million albums, Brooks announced his retirement on October 26, 2000, to prioritize raising his three daughters—Taylor (born 1992), August (born 1994), and Allie (born 1996)—in Tulsa, Oklahoma, away from the demands of the music industry. This choice was influenced by his divorce from first wife Sandy Mahl, finalized in 2001, after which he focused on co-parenting and providing his children with a stable, normal childhood, forgoing the extensive travel that had defined his career. During his semi-retirement, Brooks maintained a low profile but gradually re-engaged with live performances through selective opportunities that accommodated his family schedule. In 2005, he married , who became an integral part of his personal and professional life, and the couple settled in Nashville while keeping close ties to . A pivotal step came in 2009 when casino magnate offered Brooks a residency at the Encore Theatre in , allowing weekend-only shows that minimized time away from home; this engagement, which ran from late 2009 to November 2012, drew strong audiences and reignited fan enthusiasm without the full rigors of a national tour. The tour's origins crystallized as Brooks' youngest daughter, Allie, graduated high school in May 2014 and headed to that fall, signaling the end of his primary child-rearing phase and freeing him to pursue larger-scale endeavors. Brooks had previously indicated he would not resume extensive touring until this milestone, a promise rooted in his dedication to his daughters' formative years. On December 9, 2013, during a surprise revelation on ABC's , Brooks confirmed the world tour's launch for 2014, co-headlining with Yearwood and framing it as a return to the road after 13 years, driven by renewed creative energy and fan demand. This announcement aligned with plans for new music releases, positioning the tour as a celebration of his enduring legacy in country music.

Album conception

The conception of Triple Live emerged as a direct successor to ' landmark live album Double Live (1998), which documented his 1996–1998 World Tour and remains the best-selling live album in history with over 21 million copies sold. Following the success of that release, Brooks sought to chronicle his comeback with a more expansive recording from the 2014–2017 World Tour with , a three-and-a-half-year trek that became one of the highest-grossing tours ever, grossing over $100 million and drawing millions of fans across multiple continents. The tour's scale and energy, including sold-out shows and intimate fan interactions, inspired the project as a way to preserve the raw, communal spirit of these performances for a new generation of listeners. Announced on August 27, 2018, during a press conference announcing his upcoming show at Notre Dame Stadium, Triple Live was envisioned as a three-disc set featuring 30 tracks (expanded from an initial 26) to reflect the tour's breadth, stepping up from the double-disc format of its predecessor. Brooks emphasized creating a "fan mix" edition, allowing users to toggle between audience and stage perspectives for an immersive experience, stating, "THIS is INTENSE and STUPID FUN. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, it is JUST LIKE BEING AT A GARTH SHOW." This innovative approach stemmed from Brooks' commitment to fan accessibility, with a limited free digital download offered immediately via Ticketmaster to celebrate the partnership with Amazon Music. The album's development was also influenced by the tour's extension into the 2019 Stadium Tour, named Pollstar's top tour that year, incorporating fresh recordings to capture evolving setlists and audience responses. Brooks' decision to Triple Live underscored his philosophy of live music as the essence of his , aiming to bridge his hiatus from major touring (1998–2014) with a definitive audio snapshot of his return to the stage.

Recording and production

Live capture

The live performances featured on Triple Live were captured during ' World Tour with , a record-breaking run spanning 2014 to 2017 that encompassed nearly 400 arena and shows across . The tour's audio infrastructure, provided by Clair Brothers, supported high-fidelity multi-track recording at select venues, enabling flexibility for the album. On-site audio capture was managed by veteran front-of-house engineer Dan Heins, who had mixed Brooks' live shows since the early , and system engineer Rob Rankin, ensuring consistent sound quality and signal routing from the stage to recording systems. Their setup included strategic microphone placement to isolate instruments, vocals, and audience reactions, facilitating the compilation of 26 tracks from multiple concerts for the initial digital . A key innovation in the live capture was the recording of dual audio perspectives—onstage band mix and crowd ambiance—which allowed for the album's "Fan Mix" edition. This stereo configuration enabled listeners to pan between viewpoints, simulating an immersive concert experience, as detailed by Brooks in promotional materials. The raw multi-tracks were subsequently delivered to recording engineer and mixer Matthew "Buster" Allen at Allen Sound in Nashville for processing. The Triple Live Deluxe edition, released in 2020, expanded the capture to include performances from Brooks' subsequent (2019–2022), incorporating additional tracks for a total of 30 while retaining the core methodology of tour-integrated recording. This approach prioritized authentic energy over studio overdubs, with minimal editing to preserve the spontaneity of each show's crowd interaction and band dynamics.

Mixing and editing

The recordings for Triple Live were mixed by Matthew "Buster" Allen, a Nashville-based engineer and owner of Allen Sound, who also served as the primary recording engineer for the project. Allen's involvement extended to capturing multi-track audio from select dates on Brooks' 2014–2017 world tour with , ensuring the final product maintained the immediacy of live performances. For the 2020 Triple Live Deluxe edition, which expanded to 30 tracks across three discs, Allen again handled engineering and mixing duties, with mastering completed at Independent Mastering. Additional engineering support came from John Zvolensky on the deluxe release. This collaborative approach allowed for the selection and refinement of performances from over 390 shows, compiling them into a cohesive set that highlighted Brooks' stage energy and band dynamics.

Release and editions

Announcement and digital debut

On August 27, 2018, announced Triple Live, a three-disc live album captured during his world tour, during a at the ahead of his upcoming performances there. The project was described as a "fan-mix" edition, featuring specially adjusted audio mixes that allowed listeners to select perspectives such as crowd or stage views for an immersive experience. Brooks emphasized the album's energetic vibe, calling it "INTENSE and STUPID FUN" in a statement released alongside the announcement. The digital debut occurred immediately following the announcement, with a limited number of free downloads made available exclusively through starting that evening. Access codes were distributed during a of "Inside Studio G" on Brooks' official page at 7:00 PM ET, redeemable only on desktop or laptop computers via the Ticketmaster website. Each disc contained eight or nine tracks from various tour stops, showcasing high-energy performances of Brooks' hits. This initial release was positioned as a special gift to fans, limited in quantity to heighten exclusivity before broader availability.

Physical formats

Triple Live was released in physical formats on November 20, 2020, following its initial digital debut in 2018. The primary physical edition is the Triple Live Deluxe three-disc set, comprising 30 live tracks recorded during the 2014–2017 World Tour with and the subsequent . This version is housed in a slim jewel case and includes a booklet with photographs capturing moments from the tour. Multiple limited-edition variants of the CD set were produced, each featuring unique tied to specific tour locations or events to commemorate fan experiences. Examples include covers highlighting performances in ; Boise, Idaho; Regina, Canada; the Notre Dame concert; venue; and , with catalog numbers such as 1916-C for Eugene and 1862-C for the limited Notre Dame edition. An exclusive cover variant was available directly through GarthBrooks.com, emphasizing the album's connection to the stadium and world s. In addition to CDs, Triple Live was issued on triple-LP vinyl starting in 2019 under the Pearl Records label, with several cover variants released through 2020. Notable editions include the "Live At " (catalog 817-05), "Entertainer" (catalog 800-12 on pearl-colored vinyl), "" (catalog 800-12), and "7-Diamond" (catalog 824-12), all pressed and available worldwide in limited runs. Later 2020 vinyl pressings maintain the 30-track deluxe selection, while earlier 2019 editions feature a slightly shorter tracklist; these were designed for collectors, often bundled with tour memorabilia in select releases.

Promotion

Marketing campaigns

The marketing for Triple Live centered on innovative digital distribution strategies to engage fans directly, beginning with its announcement on August 27, 2018. partnered with to offer a limited number of free digital downloads of the 26-track Fan Mix edition exclusively through their platform, aiming to recreate the live tour experience for a broad audience. The download code was revealed during Brooks' weekly Facebook Live show at 7 p.m. ET, encouraging real-time participation and buzz among fans. This limited-time promotion, available only on the announcement night, successfully distributed thousands of copies while building anticipation for future physical releases. Following the digital debut, the album's physical rollout faced delays due to planned promotional tie-ins that shifted timelines. Initially slated for a fall 2018 release, Triple Live was postponed to align with a major Amazon initiative, though the specific promotion did not materialize as expected, leading to a full launch in November 2020 as Triple Live Deluxe. The 2020 campaign emphasized retail exclusives to drive in-store and online sales, with offering unique album covers featuring tour photography not available elsewhere. Additionally, Brooks collaborated with Talk Shop Live for live-streamed shopping events, where fans could purchase the three-CD set with personalized covers during interactive sessions. These efforts bundled Triple Live Deluxe with Brooks' studio album , cross-promoting both to maximize visibility across physical and digital channels.

Tie-ins with tours

The release of Triple Live in 2018 directly commemorated ' 2014–2017 World Tour with , a record-breaking run that spanned three and a half years and included nearly 400 arena shows across , grossing $364 million in ticket sales. The album's 26 tracks, drawn from multitrack recordings captured at various tour stops, captured the energy of performances in venues like the in Newark and the in , positioning it as an official to the tour's communal fan experiences. Promotion of the album intertwined with Brooks' ongoing live commitments, including a free digital download offer facilitated through on the announcement date of August 27, 2018, which tied into the platform's role as the primary ticket seller for his concerts. This initiative, revealed during a Live session from Inside Studio G, encouraged fans to access the album immediately while building anticipation for future tour announcements, such as the 2019 concert. The strategy leveraged the tour's legacy to drive streams and sales. The 2020 Deluxe Edition expanded these connections by incorporating additional tracks from Brooks' subsequent , such as performances at and . This edition, exclusive to garthbrooks.com with six variant covers, was marketed as a bridge between the world tour's scale and the 's performances, including fan-favorite medleys like "Two of a Kind, Workin' on a ." Promotional materials, including a photo booklet of tour and Stadium Tour moments, reinforced the album's role in extending live show narratives to home listeners. Subsequent tie-ins appeared in 2022 with the announcement of the Garth Brooks/Plus ONE residency at , where pre-orders for the Garth Brooks LIVE LIVE bundled Triple Live alongside other live recordings, directly linking the album to new ticket sales for the 2023–2025 run of over 100 shows, which concluded in March 2025. This packaging highlighted archival footage and audio from both the world tour and Vegas engagements, sustaining the album's relevance amid Brooks' return to consistent touring.

Reception

Critical reviews

Triple Live Deluxe garnered positive reception from country music outlets upon its 2020 physical release, building on the acclaim for the original 2018 digital version of Triple Live. Buddy Iahn of The Music Universe lauded the initial release for its immersive "submersible" quality, emphasizing how the three-disc set captures the electric atmosphere of ' 2014–2017 World Tour with , spanning nearly 400 shows. He highlighted the blend of timeless hits like "" and "" alongside newer material such as "" and covers like Kelsea Ballerini's "Girl Goin' Nowhere," noting the adjustable sound mix that allows listeners to experience the concert from various perspectives, despite minor quibbles over fade-outs between tracks. The expanded Deluxe edition, adding four bonus tracks and a photo booklet, was similarly appreciated for preserving the high-energy live essence amid the pandemic's concert hiatus, serving as a vital substitute for fans. A on Country Swag described it as an "inspirational and heart-wrenching reminder of the power that music holds," underscoring its role in delivering Brooks' iconic performances when live events were unavailable. Professional critiques remained somewhat sparse compared to Brooks' earlier works.

Fan and commercial feedback

Fans appreciated Triple Live for its immersive capture of the energy from ' 2014–2017 World Tour with and subsequent , often highlighting the album's ability to recreate the live concert atmosphere through extended versions of hits like "" and crowd interactions. The innovative "Fan Mix" edition, which allowed listeners to customize audio perspectives between onstage and audience views, was particularly praised for enhancing personal engagement and nostalgia. Customer ratings reflect strong fan approval, with the Deluxe CD edition earning a perfect 5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 reviews on , where buyers commended the 30-track, three-disc set for its comprehensive tour documentation and included photo booklet. Similarly, the exclusive vinyl version received 4.4 out of 5 stars from 28 reviews on the same platform, with fans noting the high-quality pressing and faithful reproduction of the tour's excitement. No significant negative feedback emerged in these reviews, underscoring broad satisfaction among longtime supporters. Commercially, the album's release strategy generated buzz through its initial digital availability and limited free downloads of the Fan Mix version, fostering immediate fan interaction and driving demand for physical editions like the Deluxe and Legacy Collection variants. The multiple formats, including exclusive retailer versions, catered to collectors and contributed to sustained interest, aligning with Brooks' pattern of leveraging direct-to-fan sales for robust market response.

Commercial performance

Chart achievements

Upon its initial release as a digital download exclusive to in August 2018, bundled with concert ticket purchases, Triple Live was ineligible for inclusion on major music charts under then-current SoundScan reporting rules, which required standard retail sales tracking. This limited its immediate chart visibility despite strong initial fan uptake during Brooks' world tour promotion. The album's wider commercial availability came with the Triple Live Deluxe edition in November 2020, which expanded to physical and digital retail formats through partners like and . This version debuted at No. 113 on the all-genre albums chart for the week ending December 5, 2020, marking Brooks' return to that ranking after a gap since his 2016 . It also entered the Top Country Albums chart during the same tracking period, reflecting sustained interest in Brooks' live recordings amid his post-retirement touring resurgence. The Deluxe edition's chart performance underscored Brooks' enduring appeal in the country genre, though it fell short of the multiplatinum debuts typical of his peak, such as Double Live's No. 1 entry in 1998. By the end of 2021, Triple Live Deluxe had accumulated enough activity to rank No. 88 on Billboard's year-end tally, highlighting its role in maintaining Brooks' catalog momentum.

Certifications and sales

Triple Live has received notable certifications primarily in the United States, underscoring its strong commercial performance following its 2018 digital release and 2020 physical launch. The album was certified quadruple by the (RIAA) on February 14, 2020, recognizing shipments of four million units. No further certifications have been reported as of November 2025. These figures highlight the album's enduring popularity among ' fanbase, building on the legacy of his previous live release, Double Live, which remains the best-selling live album in history with 21 million certified units. While specific worldwide sales data for Triple Live are not publicly detailed, its success contributes to Brooks' overall tally of over 162.5 million certified album units as of October 2025, solidifying his position as one of the top-selling artists in history. No international certifications for the album have been reported as of 2025.

Track listing

Fan Mix Edition

The Fan Mix Edition of Triple Live is a three-disc digital album released as a limited-time free download on August 27, 2018, via Ticketmaster, capturing performances from Garth Brooks' record-breaking 2014–2017 World Tour with Trisha Yearwood. This version features a unique audio mix designed to immerse listeners, allowing them to switch between crowd and onstage perspectives by adjusting speaker or headphone balance settings, enhancing the live concert atmosphere. It contains 26 tracks spanning Brooks' career, emphasizing high-energy crowd favorites and collaborations. The track listing is divided across three discs as follows:

Disc one

  1. "The Thunder Rolls" (extended concert version)
  2. "That Summer"
  3. "Ask Me How I Know"
  4. "Fishin' in the Dark"
  5. "In Another's Eyes" (duet with Trisha Yearwood)
  6. "Rodeo"
  7. "Mom"
  8. "Papa Loved Mama"
  9. "Guy Goin' Nowhere"

Disc two

  1. "Friends in Low Places" (extended concert version)
  2. "Two of a Kind (Workin' on a Full House)"
  3. "Unanswered Prayers"
  4. "People Loving People"
  5. "Shameless"
  6. "Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)"
  7. "Tacoma"
  8. "Standing Outside the Fire"

Disc three

  1. ""
  2. "The River"
  3. ""
  4. "The Fireman"
  5. "More Than a Memory"
  6. ""
  7. "Whiskey to Wine" (duet with )
  8. ""
  9. "The Dance"

Deluxe Edition

The Deluxe Edition of Triple Live is a three-disc set released on November 20, 2020, containing 30 live recordings from ' 2014–2017 World Tour and subsequent Stadium Tour with , including extended concert versions of hits and collaborations with guests such as . This edition expands on the original 2018 release by offering a broader selection of performances captured across the tours' stadium shows, packaged in a slim jewel case with a photo booklet from the road. The tracks are divided across three discs as follows: Disc one
  1. "Friends in Low Places (Extended Concert Version)" – 7:17
  2. "Two of a Kind (Workin' on a Full House)" – 2:46
  3. "Unanswered Prayers" – 3:54
  4. "People Loving People" – 4:08
  5. "Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)" – 3:25
  6. "Shameless" – 4:18
  7. "Ain't Going Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)" – 4:46
  8. "Tacoma" – 3:38
  9. "Standing Outside the Fire" – 4:32
Disc two
  1. "The Thunder Rolls (Extended Concert Version)" – 4:54
  2. "That Summer" – 4:44
  3. "Ask Me How I Know" – 3:32
  4. "Fishin' in the Dark" – 3:39
  5. "In Another's Eyes" (with Trisha Yearwood) – 3:48
  6. "Rodeo" – 3:38
  7. "All-American Kid" – 4:44
  8. "Mom" – 2:58
  9. "Papa Loved Mama" – 3:03
  10. "Guy Goin' Nowhere" – 3:39
Disc three
  1. "Callin' Baton Rouge" – 3:09
  2. "The River" – 3:43
  3. "The Beaches of Cheyenne" – 4:01
  4. "The Fireman" – 2:54
  5. "More Than a Memory" – 3:24
  6. "Dive Bar" (featuring Blake Shelton) – 2:56
  7. "Two Piña Coladas" – 4:05
  8. "Cold Like That" – 3:23
  9. "Whiskey to Wine" (featuring Trisha Yearwood) – 3:58
  10. "We Shall Be Free" – 3:01
  11. "The Dance" – 5:52
All tracks are live recordings produced by Garth Brooks.

Legacy Collection Vinyl Edition

The Legacy Collection Vinyl Edition of Triple Live was released on November 1, 2019, as part of ' comprehensive of the same name, issued by Pearl Records. This edition presents the as a three-LP set on 180-gram vinyl, drawing from the original analog masters to capture the energy of Brooks' live performances at during his 2014–2017 World Tour with . Unlike the accompanying CDs in the , which feature digitally remixed and remastered versions, the vinyl adheres to the traditional live mix for an authentic analog listening experience. The set is limited and numbered, emphasizing collectibility for fans seeking high-quality pressings of Brooks' catalog. The track listing spans six sides across the three LPs, with runtimes noted for each track: LP 1 (Sides I–J) LP 2 (Sides K–L)
  • Side K
  • Side L
    • L1: "Shameless" – 4:19
    • L2: "Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)" – 4:46
    • L3: "Tacoma" – 3:39
    • L4: "" – 4:31
LP 3 (Sides M–N) This configuration highlights key hits and fan favorites from the tour, blending Brooks' signature anthems with collaborative tracks featuring Yearwood.

Personnel

Touring musicians

The touring musicians for ' 2014–2017 World Tour, during which the Triple Live was recorded, formed a tight-knit ensemble that provided the "Wall of Sound" backing for both Brooks and his duet partner . Led by longtime collaborator Dave Gant on keyboards and , the band emphasized a full, energetic sound across arenas and stadiums, contributing to the tour's record-breaking attendance of over 6.3 million fans. Key instrumentalists included Jimmy Mattingly on , Mike Palmer on , Johnny Garcia on guitar, Bruce Bouton on , Mike Greenwood on bass, and Steve Cox on keyboards, many of whom had prior experience with Brooks from his earlier tours and recordings. These musicians were instrumental in delivering the high-energy performances captured on Triple Live, blending traditional instrumentation with dynamic live arrangements. The backup vocal group, known as the "Wall of Sound," featured Vicki Hampton, Robert "Bob" Bailey (a from Brooks' era), and Karyn Rochelle, who also served as an opener for select shows; their harmonies added depth to hits like "In Another's Eyes" and anthemic crowd favorites. This core touring lineup remained consistent throughout the tour's three-and-a-half-year run, enabling seamless transitions between Brooks' solo sets and joint appearances with Yearwood.

Production credits

Triple Live was produced by , who oversaw the selection and compilation of performances from his 2014–2017 World Tour with , as well as select dates from the subsequent . The recordings were engineered and mixed by Mark Miller, a long-time collaborator whose work at Allen Sound captured the high-energy atmosphere of the live shows across various venues, including and . For the Triple Live Deluxe edition released in 2020, the production process remained consistent, expanding the tracklist to 30 songs while retaining Brooks' production vision and 's engineering expertise to highlight the tour's record-breaking scope. Later inclusions in boxed sets like The Legacy Collection (2019) and Time Traveler (2023) featured remixed and remastered versions, with again contributing to the audio refinement for enhanced clarity and fidelity. This approach prioritized the unfiltered excitement of the concerts, avoiding extensive studio alterations to preserve the authentic crowd interaction and musical immediacy. Key production personnel included:
  • Producer:
  • Recording and Mixing Engineer: Mark Miller
  • Label: Pearl Records

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