For WHITESNAKE, the 1981 live performance immediately after the release of "COME AN' GET IT" is full of wonderful fulfillment, which can be said to be the peak of the band's early days. This state of affairs was evident in the second Japan tour held in late June of the same year, and was evidenced by many sound sources, including "DRAGONSNAKE". However, there are surprisingly few sound sources of this 1981 live performance other than the performance in Japan, and it is not well known what kind of live performances they performed in Europe and America at that time. This work "HOT STUFF" is a high-quality audience recording of over 100 minutes of the Zurich, Switzerland performance on April 20th, the third performance from the "COME AN' GET IT" European tour. You can thoroughly enjoy the valuable live performance from the early days of the tour with high-quality sound. The sound source of this day was known among traders as the one that captured after “Mistreated” in the middle of the show. However, this work is the first to appear as a collector's item that includes the entire live performance. The contents that contained the first period of the 1981 tour with excellent quality surprised even enthusiasts immediately after the previous release. Although the sound image is ``very much a cassette master'', the sound has an analog feel in a good sense, giving it a vintage feel unique to live tapes. Furthermore, the freshness and direct feel of the sound is outstanding, allowing you to realistically experience the performance that WHITESNAKE released at the time (perhaps due to the limiter of the recording equipment, there are moments when the sound recedes when the whole is attacking) However, the quality is generally good, and the cheers from the audience are hardly disturbing.) The opening scene, with Coverdale shouting "Are you ready!" is guaranteed to turn fans on. His vocals have been recorded very strongly from the beginning of the live performance such as "Walking In The Shadow Of The Blues". In addition, the mellow organ of Jon Lord, solo backing, and twin leads of Bernie Marsden and Mickey Moody, with their powerful guitar presence, are also a great listen (the tone is as vivid as if they were playing in a club). ! Pace's drums, which produce a vivid bass sound, are also reliable, and can be said to be a suitable sound for experiencing early WHITESNAKE live performances. The highlight of this work is the three consecutive "COME AN' GET IT" numbers at the beginning. “Hot Stuff” in particular is rare, and even enthusiasts will be surprised, wondering, “They even played songs like this!” The famous song "Don't Break My Heart Again" is a new song and already has a solid impression. The following “Till The Day I Die” was always featured in the ’81 live, but the live performance played at this position is fresh. In the middle of the live performance, "Lovehunter" featuring Mickey's slide guitar and "Mistreated" featuring Bernie's play will excite the audience, and even old fans will be delighted and say, "This is WHITESNAKE." “Soldier Of Fortune” continued to show excellent performance by Coverdale up to the present day. However, this take from that time included at the end of “Mistreated” colors the climax of the show with special emotion! John's keyboard solo featuring Pace's drums is very groovy. In “Belgium Tom’s Hat Trick” led from here, Pace’s solo can also be enjoyed with wonderful force. From here, the show finally reaches its climax. From the band's anthem "Ain't No Love In The Heart Of The City", "Fool For Your Loving", which boosted the band's popularity, is played dramatically. The main part of the set is the long version of “Take Me With You”! During the nearly 15-minute performance, following a lively introduction of the members, phrases such as "You Shook Me," "Gypsy Eyes," and "Not Fade Away" pop out one after another, bringing the main part of the set to a close in a fun atmosphere. In the encore, the popular number "Sweet Talker" from the previous work appears (unfortunately it was cut around 1:18). At the end, "Wine, Women An' Song", which has become a standard encore from this period, will be performed. The song has the most exciting 5 minute audience chorus part, which unfortunately gets cut out. This recording is a must-listen for any WHITESNAKE fan, as it packages the band's best stage performances together with the heated atmosphere. This is a 2-disc set that allows you to enjoy the 1981 live performance, along with the sound source of the performance in Japan held in June immediately after this! Live at Volkhaus, Zurich, Switzerland 20th April 1981 TRULY AMAZING SOUND Disc 1 1. Intro. 2. Walking In The Shadow Of The Blues 3. Hot Stuff 4. Don't Break My Heart Again 5. Till The Day I Die 6. Love Hunter 7. Micky Moody Guitar Solo 8. Love Hunter(reprise) 9. Mistreated 10. Soldier Of Fortune 11. Keyboard Solo Disc 2 1. Belgium Tom's Hat Trick 2. Drum Solo/Belgium Tom's Hat Trick(reprise) 3. Ain 't No Love In The Heart Of The City 4. Fool For Your Lovin' 5. Take Me With You incl. Member Introduction, You Shook Me, Gypsy Eyes, Not Fade Away 6. Sweet Talker 7. Wine, Women An' Song David Coverdale - Vocals Bernie Marsden - Guitar, Vocals Micky Moody - Guitar, Vocals Jon Lord - Keyboards Neil Murray - Bass Ian Paice – Drums
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