Randy Rhoads / Best of Live Tapes 1980-1982

This release is a compilation that gathers outstanding performances and high-quality recordings from various concerts during the Randy Rhoads era, seamlessly woven together into the format of a single show. While this material was previously included as a bonus with the Milwaukee concert release *Angel & Demon*—where it received rave reviews—we decided to bring it back for this standalone release. The tracklist consists entirely of songs from the Ozzy Osbourne era, yet the selection spans a wide range of takes: from “Dee” (performed with his Quiet Riot bandmates) and the rare “You Looking At Me” (played only shortly after his debut) to “Diary of a Madman” and “Steal Away” (recorded just eight weeks before his passing). The curation goes beyond mere breadth; meticulous attention to detail was applied throughout. For instance, on a track like “Crazy Train,” we didn’t hesitate to splice together different performances for specific sections to ensure the absolute best version of the song. Naturally, this isn’t just a random string of great performances; the transitions are crafted with precision, and we’ve worked to align the sound profiles and volumes as closely as possible. While the edit points might not be completely invisible, there is no jarring choppiness; instead, the performances flow together smoothly, much like turning the pages of a history book. For those who haven’t yet ventured into the world of underground recordings, this album serves as a showcase of hidden treasures; for seasoned enthusiasts, it will evoke a wave of nostalgia and emotion, recalling the thrill of discovering these legendary recordings for the first time. Whether it’s a newcomer marveling at the sheer brilliance of a specific take or a die-hard fan thinking, “If it were me, I’d have chosen the version from *that* show,” this album encompasses it all—ultimately serving as a “Best of Live” collection that reaffirms the sentiment: “Randy really is the greatest.” It is the kind of album that makes you want to share it with others, not just listen to it yourself. Ultimate Live Recording Compilation 1980-1982 PERFECT SOUND 1. Diary Of A Madman (Rosemont Horizon, Chicago, USA 24th January 1982) 2. Over The Mountain (Mecca Auditorium, Milwaukee, USA 22nd January 1982) 3. Mr. Crowley (Hammersmith Odeon, London, UK 20th September 1980) 4. Crazy Train (City Hall, Newcastle, UK 17th October 1980 & Palladium, New York, USA 2nd May 1981) 5. Revelation (Coliseum, Toronto, Canada 27th July 1981) 6. Steal Away (Rosemont Horizon, USA 24th January 1982) 7. Suicide Solution (Apollo Theatre, Manchester, UK 23rd September 1980 & Civic Center, Providence, USA 7th August 1981) 8. Guitar Solo (Civic Center, Providence, USA 7th August 1981) 9. Jam (Mecca Auditorium, Milwaukee, USA 22nd January 1982) 10. Goodbye To Romance (Apollo Theatre, Manchester, UK 23rd September 1980) 11. I Don’t Know (Stadthalle, Offenbach, Germany 9th November 1981) 12. Believer (Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool, UK 2nd December 1981) 13. Flying High Again (Coliseum, South Fallsburg, NY, USA 8th August 1981) 14. No Bone Movies (War Memorial, Rochester, USA 29th April 1981) 15. Iron Man (Townsend Center, Townsend, MD, USA 22nd April 1981) 16. Children Of The Grave (Palladium, New York, USA 2nd May 1981) 17. Paranoid (Mecca Auditorium, Milwaukee, USA 22nd January 1982) 18. You Looking At Me (Chelmsford Odeon, Chelmsford, UK 22nd October 1980) 19. Dee (Starwood, Los Angeles, USA 29th May 1980 as a member of Quiet Riot)