The hugely popular "ROCK AID ARMENIA". The second and most anticipated video title has been decided to be released! "ROCK AID ARMENIA" is a luxurious charity project that was realized in 1990. At that time, various products were released, and the sales were used to support the Armenian earthquake reconstruction efforts. The lineup included 7-inch singles, 12-inch singles, compilation albums of participating artists, a video clip collection, and a making-of documentary video. This work is the making-of title of "Smoke On The Water '90", following the main title, the clip edition "ROCK AID ARMENIA: THE EARTHQUAKE VIDEO". The clip edition was also a masterpiece that exuded the scent of the era, but the worth of this making edition is not that great. After all, the big names representing the rock world appear one after another to sing, play, and talk about "Smoke On The Water". Just seeing them lined up is enough to make your head spin, as they feast on superstars. The backstage and comments are intense. This session took place in four parts from July to September 1989, and is recorded chronologically in this work. [First session: July 8, 1989] This work goes straight into a luxurious session, with a brief documentary about the damage caused by the Armenian earthquake and the significance of the project. First up is the first session in July. Here, Roger Taylor and Chris Squire recorded the backing that forms the foundation of everything, and Paul Rodgers and Ian Gillan recorded their songs (Brian May, who was scheduled to perform, broke his leg and postponed. He still showed his face). It's spectacular to see Roger and Chris lined up, but it's also nice to see the rhythm track hidden under the gorgeous top in the finished version. The guide guitar is on top of that, and Rogers and Gillan's singing is on top... and the song is completed little by little. Chris says, "If Paul's singing gets on here, it'll fit in," but it's interesting to see the professional recording procedures being revealed by the big shot. Furthermore, when Gillan is asked about his thoughts on the backing tracks, he adds a few comments and says, "Geez, amateurs make me cry." Of course, the studio is filled with laughter, but even that leisurelyness is a luxurious session. [Second session: August 5, 1989] The second session was in August, a month after the first session. You can see how difficult it is to coordinate the schedule of a big shot. From here, the luxurious recording of guitars and vocals begins. Brian May and Dave Gilmour, whose fractures have healed. The two super-unique people, who make you think, "Oh, this is the guy playing..." when they play one note, play guitar side by side. The narrator says, "These two men who sold 120 million albums... this is the first session between these two men," but it's a truly luxurious sight and sound that can't be found anywhere else. The scene where May listens to Gilmour's track and says "It's a pretty good smack" is also thrilling. The interview with Gilmour is especially interesting. Let's write it out. Talking about PINK FLOYD... Gilmour: (Eh? That one!? face) "You've done a lot of tours over the past two years. Where did you get that energy from?" Gilmour: I was able to enjoy it without the troublemakers. Are you talking about Roger Waters? Gilmour: I don't know (laughs) Furthermore, Gillan's singing was recorded on this day as well, but he was singing well when he suddenly said "I'm done" and stopped. What on earth? When everyone was in a commotion, Gillan said "I forgot the lyrics." What!? "Smoke On The Water"? How many times have you sung it with your life on the line? You can't forget this song, even if you forget all the songs in the world... [Third Session: August 27, 1989] The third session was three weeks later. Here, in addition to Brian May, who appears again, Tony Iommi and Ritchie Blackmore come to put in the guitar. Ritchie's appearance playing alone with a meditative expression is also wonderful, but May and Iommi are must-sees. The two, who are old friends, play side by side and answer interviews. The great thing about this work is that it is not just overdubs, but there are plenty of scenes where big names play and talk side by side. These two can be seen not only playing "Smoke On The Water" but also playing a session of THE SHADOWS' "Apache". In fact, three months later, BLACK SABBATH will play "Apache" at their Russian performance (you can see it on the press DVD "HEADLESS IN RUSSIA"), but Iommi may have had this session in his mind. [4th Session: September 10, 1989] The last session was in September. The album is completed with Keith Emerson & Geoffrey Downs' synths, Alex Lifeson's guitar, Bruce Dickinson, Bryan Adams, and Gillan's vocals. Each member is a highlight, but it is Keith who catches the eye. The rock keyboard giant came up with the idea of incorporating a phrase from "Fanfare For Common Man" and layered a brilliant improvisation on "Smoke On The Water". There is even a scene where he plays a duet on a piano alongside Downs. The two improvise while showing off their characters and fooling around with each other. There is no ego at all, it is a beautiful and heartwarming scene where they simply enjoy the "sound" of the moment. And finally, the clip of the completed "Smoke On The Water '90". As seen in last week's "ROCK AID ARMENIA: THE EARTHQUAKE VIDEO", it looks completely different after experiencing the prime factorization making scene. The casual rhythmic play and vivid phrases that I had never noticed before are conveyed in detail, and at the same time, many delicious phrases that were not used flash through my mind. It was already a gorgeous clip, but its brilliance seems to have jumped up several times. It's a truly luxurious feast. To be honest, this project had a low-key image among the charity rush of the 1980s, but its brilliance was exceptional... this is a masterpiece that makes you realize that now. Please enjoy this most important and favorite work of the major project. Recorded at Metropolis Studios in London July-September 1989 Narrated by Tommy Vance 1. Introduction 1st Session: 8th July 2. Roger Taylor, Chris Squire 3. Brian May, Geoff Beauchamp 4. Geoff Downes, Chris Squire 5. Paul Rodgers 6. Ian Gillan 2nd Session: 5th August 7. Brian May, David Gilmour 8. Ian Gillan 3rd Session: 27th August 9. Tony I ommi, Brian May 10. Ritchie Blackmore 4th Session: 10th September 11. Keith Emerson 12. Bruce Dickinson, Bryan Adams, Ian Gillan 13. Alex Lifeson, Geoff Downes, Ian Gillan 14. Jon Dee (Life-Aid Armenia) 15. Smoke On The Water '90 16. Outro. PRO-SHOT COLOR NTSC Approx.46min
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