Elvis Costello's first visit to Japan in eight years has been a big topic of conversation at every performance. This time, he is in a light formation with Steve Nieve. That means they can play any song... In fact, the set list for each day of this visit to Japan was completely different, which was an amazing result. The parade of repertoire that can only be heard on that day, and the opening is different every time, etc., are the benefits of a stage with two people who have been active for many years, and the set list changes so much every day that maniacs were ecstatic. When that happens, maniacs want to listen to all the performances. This time, the first day of the tour was released with an audience recording that was obtained independently. The sound source provided this time has a deep sound image and is wonderful to listen to, but the sound from the venue seemed a little weak at the beginning of the live performance. That's because, while it seemed like the day would start with something simple, the two of them playing and singing, the opening was a surprise opening of "When I Was Cruel No. 2" with a programmed background. The performance started out louder than expected, but the sound was subdued. However, now that all the performances have ended safely, this unique opening was only for the first day, and the other days started with smart acoustic singing. The volume of the venue also increased around "Accidents Will Happen" and the sound image became even closer. In addition, the arrangement of "Accidents ~" heard here is the same arrangement as the 1978 Hollywood High live album, and it was a version that made enthusiasts cry. In this way, the direction of the arrangement is different for each song, some are faithful to the original, while "Beyond Belief" is played with an unexpected arrangement that makes you think, "Is that what you're doing with an acoustic arrangement!?" The fresh arrangement of the early Costello classic "(The Angels Wanna Wear My) Red Shoes" was also attractive. After all, the set list is versatile because of the simple arrangement, and the wide selection of songs spanning the entire career is magnificent and never gets boring. "Still Too Soon To Know," a classic Costello created in the 90s, is also performed wonderfully. "She," one of the most popular Costello songs in Japan, was not performed at all on the Australian tour with the band set that he led with The Imposters just before the Japan tour, and it was a song that could only be performed with Naive and the band. Naive not only took the lead vocals on the second verse of "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love And Understanding?", which was a new pattern that not only attracted attention, but also his singing voice is very attractive. And the finale, which ended with a gentle "Alison," was a tear-jerker for fans. From start to finish, this Japan tour was the best live performance ever, packed with his masterpieces. The first day of the tour was released as an exclusive recording at the earliest possible date. Sumida Triphony Hall, Tokyo, Japan 8th April 2024 PERFECT SOUND(from Original Masters) Disc:1 (58:43) 1. Intro 2. When I Was Cruel No. 2 3. Watch Your Step 4. Jack of All Parades 5. Like Licorice on Your Tongue 6. Accidents Will Happen 7. Clubland 8. Ghost Town 9. Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood 10. Ascension Day 11. Beyond Belief 12. Hey Clockface / How Can You Face Me? 13. Shot With His Own Gun 14. Still Too Soon to Know Disc:2 (52:50) 1. (The Angels Wanna Wear My) Red Shoes 2. Hetty O'Hara Confidential 3. Almost Blue 4. Still 5. Watching the Detectives 6. I Still Have That Other Girl 7. She 8. Everybody's Cryin' Mercy 9. (What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding 10. Alison
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