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Professional recording taken from a rare vinyl LP -
Officially reissued by ShroomAngel, this CD gathers together the 1977 demos recorded by a group of musicians based in the Canterbury section of London. The music is spacey, with Middle East overtones and occasionally reminds of a minimalist version of Steve Hillage. -
Recorded in 1977 by a group of musicians who brought different perspectives into the equation. Very much an English folk psyche type of record but features a lot of Eastern influence with the introduction of Sitar, and tablas (and other sounds), an ethereal vibe permeates as Moog synthesizers weave in and out of the music. Lots of heavy, mystical vibe on this one. -
Audience 9.1 -A fantastic tape that gets the right amount of atmosphere to give you a good sense of the moment, the venue, the crowd. The quality of the sound is very clean and punchy although leans toward an upper mid band frequency at the expense of the bottom end. It’s not as full a sound as could have been but it’s an excellent quality of sound nonetheless. The music is very engaging, this is a most welcomed tape. Earth, Wind & Fire Ahoy, Rotterdam, The Netherlands 14 March 1979 Disc 1 1. -Biyo (4:32) 2. -Jupiter (3:48) 3. -Shining Star (4:58) 4. -Love's Holiday (6:53) 5. -Fantasy (5:01) 6. -Saturday Nite (4:59) 7. -Be Ever Wonderful (5:30) 8. -That's The Way Of The World (7:54) 9. -Magic Mind (8:23) 10. -Horn Section Introduction - Brazilian Rhyme (2:43) 11. -Got To Get You Into My Life (4:46) 12. -Runnin' (2:17) Disc 2 13. -Percussion Solo (6:20) 14. -Trumpet Solo (2:17) 15. -Saxophone Solo (2:24) 16. -Keyboards Solo (4:07) 17. -Drum Solo (2:34) 18. -Bass Solo (7:07) 19. -I'll Write A Song For You (5:54) 20. -Reasons (4:13) 21. -Sing A Song (4:39) 22. -Serpentine Fire (4:17) 23. -Getaway (10:47) 24. -September (4:24) Line-up: Maurice White - lead vocals, percussion Philip Bailey - lead vocals, percussion Larry Dunn - keyboards, piano Al McKay - guitar Johnny Graham - guitar Andrew Woolfolk - saxophone Verdine White - bass Fred White - drums Ralph Johnson - percussion, vocals w/ The Phenix Horns: Rahmlee Michael Davies - trumpet Louis Satterfield - trombone Don Myrick - saxophone Elmar Brown - trumpet -
Audience 9.0 - An incredible document from The Netherlands that you can’t deny. I am a huge fan of this band, and of Jerney Kaggman in particular (one look will indicate the simple reason why), but seriously if you have any interest at all in progressive rock and have not yet discovered this band, this is a great opportunity to take a chance I promise you won’t regret it. Sound quality here is very good, capturing the power and finesse of the band and with this fine lady singer it’s like you don’t even need a PA because her soaring, soulful voice pierces the veil of sound with ease. Musically impeccable, divinely inspired and maestros on all instruments – WHAT A GREAT FUCKING BAND! Earth And Fire Netherlands Live Disc 1 Stadsgehoorzaal Leiden, NL 1975-05-17 01 Atlantis Prelude 02 Circus 03 The Last Seagull 04 Voice From Yonder 05 Fun (Instrumental) 06 To The World Of The Future 07 Storm And Thunder 08 Love Of Life 09 Thanks For The Love 10 Song Of The Marching Children 11 Memories Disc 2 Kunstmin Dordrecht, NL 1975 01 Intro 02 The Last Seagull 03 Song Of The Marching Children 04 Circus 05 Only Time Will Tell 06 Fun (Instr.) 07 Storm And Thunder 08 Love Of Life 09 Voice From Yonder 10 To The World Of The Future/ Outro Disc 3 Laren, NL 1972 1 Song Of The Marching Children Jerney Kaagman: Vocals Gerard Koerts: Organ, Mellotron Chris Koerts: Guitar, Backing Vocals Theo Hurts: Bass Ton Van Der Kleij: Drums -
Audience 8.8 - Simply magnificent! This is one that you will play over and over, for reasons beyond what a short description can cover. I am thrilled to be able to relive this gig, so long ago, in a time when a band played whatever they felt and not what someone else suggested. If you are familiar with this band, I applaud your excellent taste in music. If you are not familiar with them, may I suggest giving this music a try? You will not be disappointed that I can promise. -
Audience 8.3 - There’s nothing I do not love about this band, especially their lovely singer with her delicate lilting voice that ranges dramatically up and down when the music calls for it. Splendid! -
Audience 8.8 - Very accurate detail and good mix make for a lot of fun with this. -
Audience 8.6 - Not a bad tape at all, and seeing how there’s now all of what, one known live tape of this band I would say that is kind of cool. The band? Well they are in their final incarnation here, and playing is very loose and experimental…but honestly they needed to ditch the flautist as he contributes not only nothing, but he’s in the way. Let the guitarist do his thing ‘cause he seems to be able to turn on the switch and lay down bursts of awesome psychedelic insanity. Dzyan Esslingen, Germany 1974-07-14 01 The Road Not Taken 02 For Earthly Thinking 03 Unknown Title 04 Unknown Title -
Audience 8.5 - Average for a newer recording, although at times it gets clearer possibly because taper moves into a better spot. Sometimes a very annoying wooer makes his stupid presence known and worse he has to attempt to sing along often out of key and not getting the words right. Why? Why must you? Next time stay home and listen to the records by yourself. -
Audience 9.0 -
Audience 9.3 - Strong recording! -
Audience 8.7 - The levels here are low, but the sound is good all you need to do is turn it up. -
Audience 9.6 - This one is crystal clear, a great mix full of vibe and energy on both parts. Guitar work/Well done. -
Audience 8.9 - Good clear recording where the highs have a pleasant chimy sound, not shrill or thin. The bass notes are very clear too. -
Audience 9.6 - Brilliant! -
Audience 8.9 - Extra special emphasis on the drums here, they sound slamming! -
Audience 8.6 - A touch on the thin side maybe, and sounds from somewhere in the middle of the venue so you do get more of the atmosphere. There is a lot of crowd excitement and participation. Guitar sound terrific actually, cutting through everything right to the ears in a good way, adding to the excitement. Dweezil sounds great and absolutely shreds this gig. -
Audience 8.9 - A great recording in almost every respect, in fact it is almost too clean! Wonderful. -
Audience 9.4 -
Dweezil Zappa Denver 2014 Audience 9.7 - Exceptional audio, this one has great balance of instuments, while the band is very tight. -
Audience 8.5 - A very clean recording that is not as clear as it is clean. Not to say it is muddy, it is saying there is a lack of defined high end, the recording rests mainly in mid range and low end, which is nice and round. I think by adding your own treble boost, you can turn this into a 9.0 recording. Needs upper mid and highs. -
AUDience 9.4 - First thing you notice is that you hear every instrument CLEARLY, which is actually pretty damn unusual for a band that has so much going on and has to be a nightmare to mix clearly. Well, separation of instruments without loss of power is, to me, a great recording. -
Audience 8.8 - I like this in your face recording, sounds like taper is right in front of the mains but he’s got the levels dialed in just right. This is ripping, gripping, and tripping power prog metal of the highest caliber. -
Soundboard 9.4 - A lovely capture that was broadcast over the air but this sounds like a pre-broadcast tape and it’s excellent. I especially like how the atmosphere of the event was maintained, it’s not a sterile sounding mix. Dr. John with The Meters "Mardi Gras Mambo" St. Bernard Civic Center New Orleans, LA, USA March 5, 1973 01 Mardi Gras Day (instrumental intro) 7:28 02 Gris-Gris Gumbo Ya Ya 4:49 03 Let The Good Times Roll 3:39 04 Right Place, Wrong Time 3:14 05 Iko Iko 3:47 06 Huey "Piano" Smith Medley: High Blood Pressure Don't You Just Know It Well I'll Be John Brown Jockomo 5:47 07 I Been Hoodood 4:55 08 Loop Garoo 6:05 09 Wang Dang Doodle 5:22 * 10 Junko Partner 4:45 11 Qualified 5:25 12 I Walk On Guilded Splinters 4:51 13 Mess Around 3:42 14 Mardi Gras Day 15:30 Dr. John: guitar, keyboards, vocals The Meters Art Neville: keyboards, vocals Leo Nocentelli: guitar George Porter Jr.: bass Joseph "Zigaboo" Modeliste: drums Cyril Neville: percussion, vocals -
Soundboard 9.5 - Obviously this was recorded and mixed for a reason because it is really marvelous. (The Cellar) -
Pro Radio Broadcast 9.1 ~ Ultrasonic Studios -
FM Broadcast 9.7 - Superb in every way, just a joy to listen to and a MUST have if you are even remotely interested in these guys. Doobie Brothers 1972-01-16 Pacific High Recorders SF, CA KSAN-FM CD 1 01-KSAN Intro 02-Jesus Is Just Alright 03-Disciple 04-Talk (Feelin' Down Farther intro) 05-Feelin' Down Farther 06-Nobody 07-Slippery St. Paul 08-Talk (Greenwood Creek intro) 09-Greenwood Creek 10-Road Angel 11-Talk (Going Down intro) 12-Going Down CD 2 01-Talk (Tilted Park Crud Hunchery intro) 02-Tilted Park Crud Hunchery 03-KSAN announcer + Tom Johnston intro to jam 04-Jam 05-Morning Blues * 06-unknown title * Tom Johnston Guitar Pat Simmons Guitar Tiran Porter Bass John Hartman Drums *with Gregg Rolie of Santana (keyboards) and Mike Wilhelm of the Charlatans (guitar). -
Soundboard 9.8 - This is a close to perfect KBFH broadcast and I say that because I love the sound mix here. For me, it was important to hear the bass so nice, round, present, defined, and pumping! Of course that is not to denigrate anything else but for me I just loved the way that shone through. The band is really at the highest of heights for a band, I remember growing up in the mid 70’s and this music permeated everything. The Doobie Brothers were the house band for the United States in 1976. The Doobie Brothers The Spectrum, Philadelphia, PA November 16th, 1976 1 -KBFH Intro 2 -Listen To The Music (acapella) 3 -China Grove 4 -Takin' It To The Streets 5 -It Keeps You Runnin' 6 -Neal’s Fandango 7 -Eyes Of Silver 8 -Black Water 9 -Jesus Is Just Alright 10 -Rockin' Down The Highway 11 -Long Train Runnin' THE BAND Tom Johnston lead vocals guitar harmonica Patrick Simmons lead vocals guitar banjo Jeff Baxter guitar pedal steel guitar Tiran Porter bass backing vocals Michael McDonald keyboards backing vocals John Hartman drums percussion backing vocals Keith Knudsen drums percussion vocals The Memphis Horns -
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Audience 8.8 - A snapshot from the road during a period that for some reason is largely undocumented. The tape is consistent and good, most listeners will settle into it nicely, but those who prefer the pristine boards or Mike “The Mic” Millard quality tapes may be critical of this one. Personally I found this tape to deliver on the essentials, being that it is clear (a little bit overcrowded in the center channel a bit and maybe not the best instrument separation) and reasonably dynamic enough to hold your attention through the duration.Doobie Brothers Louisville Convention Center Louisville, KY December 6, 1973 01 Introduction 02 Listen To The Music 03 Daughters Of The Sea 04 Slippery St. Paul 05 Clear As The Driven Snow 06 Pursuit On 53rd St. 07 Road Angel 08 Long Train Runnin' 09 Down In The Track 10 Discipline 11 Jesus Is Just Alright With Me 12 Without You 13 China Grove Intro Jam 14 China Grove
