I don't have a SoundBlater Live soundcard, but I have seen many recommendWhen I first installed Linux I had a "Diamond Sonic Impact" sound card. It did not work and I was unable to locate a driver that would work with Linux. I even E-mailed Diamond. They said NO! I was advised to try a "Soundblaster 16" It was emediately recognized, and it works great. Not expensive either.
this URL for intructions on setting up your SoundBlaster Live soundcard
(personally, I own a SoundBlaster AWE 32). Check it out:
Stan