A new masterpiece recording of "WORKS TOUR" is here. This work contains the "Long Beach performance on August 14, 1977". Some collectors may think "Oh, that's it" when they hear "Long Beach 77", but that's probably wrong. But before that, what is its true identity? This week, there have been a series of releases that summarize EL&P in the 1970s, so let's start by sorting out the "WORKS TOUR" era (please skip this if you're a fan). {March 17, 1977: "Trilogy" released} - about two months later - May 24 - August 26, 1977: North America #1 (64 performances) ← ★Here★ (15 performances with orchestra) - about one and a half months later - October 15 - November 30, 1977: North America #2 (32 performances) {November 1, 1977: "Op. 2" released} - about one and a half months later - January 16 - March 13, 1978: North America #3 (48 performances) {Summer 1978: "Love Beach" production → EL&P disbands} When it comes to EL&P in the 1970s, many people tend to divide them into two groups, with 1976 as the dividing line, but the above is an overview of their activities in the latter period. Although the records from that time are vague in some places, I think you can get the gist of it. Generally, the image of the "big deficit of the orchestra co-starring tour" is strong, but the contents are 144 performances, the largest in the 1970s EL&P, all North American performances. Of these, only 15 performances were performed with an orchestra. Although the Long Beach performance included in this work is "North America # 1" like the orchestra co-starring, most of the performances here are trio performances. This work is also a trio live album. Now, finally, the main subject. The true identity of this work is the newly appeared audience recording of the "Long Beach performance on the third day". Speaking of "Long Beach 77", the traditional recording from the analog era "LONG BEACH ARENA (Looking Out For # 1)" is famous, but that is "August 12". This work is a completely different performance. Let's check the schedule for this as well.・August 11, 1977: Long Beach ・August 12, 1977: Long Beach "LONG BEACH ARENA" ・August 13, 1977: San Bernardino ・August 14, 1977: Long Beach [This work] In this way, there were three performances in Long Beach in 1977. Originally, it was planned to proceed from San Bernardino to Los Angeles with only two performances, but an additional performance was added. The venue was the "Long Beach Arena" with a capacity of 13,500 people for all three performances. This schedule shows the great popularity of EL&P at that time. This new sound source is the true identity of this work. In fact, although the recording of this day was only on the list of core collectors, it was not available to the general public. It suddenly appeared recently, but this was not just a thing. It was the first appearance and the ultimate generation. It is an extremely elegant product that was digitized directly from the master cassette. In fact, the quality of this work is one of the best even in the huge "WORKS TOUR". It also absorbs the enthusiasm of the large venue "Long Beach Arena", but the musical tones that surpass it reach straight, and it is so clear that you can see the hands and feet of the three people. The rhythm section is detailed but strong, and Keith's piano shines like a glittering rain. Although the real enthusiasm is a different type from "sound board", it is a beautiful recording that is close to the traditional famous recording "LONG BEACH ARENA (August 12)". Of course, the music on the spot depicted with that quality is wonderful. The fierce exchange of the three people and the freedom of improvisation are handed down to the early 1970s, but the smooth and fast-paced performance creates a tremendous sense of speed. The sharp performance that was also enjoyed in "LONG BEACH ARENA" can be enjoyed over the full show. However, even though the quality and performance are close to the traditional recording, it is a different performance. In particular, the special thing about this work is the trouble scene. In fact, before "Take A Pebble" started, the Moog was out of tune and he was struggling to tune it. Of course, the show went smoothly with acoustic songs such as "Take A Pebble", "Piano Concerto No. 1" and "C'est la vie", but that's not the case with "Lucky Man". Even at the ending, "that sound" was not heard, and Keith said, "Three Moogs broke today!" Including such trouble scenes, you can enjoy the newly excavated special sound in a full show. Although there are cuts of tape changes in "Piano Concerto No. 1 1st Movement" and "Pirates", the sound is clear until the end of the BGM (more than 3 minutes. Rare!), and you can fully immerse yourself in "A Day in Long Beach". A famous recording that suddenly jumped out with the ultimate freshness of Master Direct. Live at Long Beach Arena, Long Beach, CA. USA 14th August 1977 TRULY AMAZING/PERFECT SOUND Disc 1(52:39) 1. Intro. 2. Karn Evil 9 1st Impression Pt. 2 3. Hoedown 4. Tarkus 5. Moog Tuning 6. Take a Pebble 7. Piano Concerto No. 1 1st Movement 8. Take a Pebble (Conclusion ) 9. C'est la vie 10. Lucky Man 11. Fix The Moog 12. Knife Edge Disc 2(69:22) 1. Pictures at an Exhibition 2. Still You Turn Me On 3. Tank incl. Drum Solo 4. Nutrocker 5. Pirates 6. Fanfare for the Common Man / Rondo 7. Finale / Outro.
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