Beatles/UK 1963 & Other TV Appearances

This time, it is a title that lives up to the name of the series, including overwhelming upgrades and first-time sound sources and videos. The content of this work includes a live performance at Liverpool Empire recorded on December 7, 1963, and Jukebox Jury recorded on the same day, as well as TV appearances from the same period. The Liverpool Empire performance had been released in the same series in the past, but there is a reason why it has been renewed for this work. Both the sound source and the video have been upgraded at various stages, and the content is of a quality that is unmatched at this time, including newly unearthed footage that appeared for the first time. [LIVERPOOL EMPIRE December 7, 1963] The main part of this work is the Liverpool Empire performance on December 7, 1963. This Liverpool performance was held in front of an audience of 2,500 fan club members, and is the oldest Beatles sound source as a complete one stage recording. Coupled with an unusual set list unique to their early days, this is a valuable record of the Beatles before their arrival in the United States, which is different from the later famous large-scale stages of the Beatles. This concert was broadcast on the same day on the night of the concert under the title “IT’S THE BEATLES” and was seen by fans all over the UK. The first song starts with “From Me To You”, and the composition is completely different from the later American tours, including the rare “Till There Was You” and “Money”, which were not featured on stage after 1964. . The concert concludes with an instrumental version of “From Me To You.” Of course, it was a live Beatles performance. It will feel very fresh to ears accustomed to listening to 1964 and 1965, when many live recordings remain. Disc 1 of the CD contains a complete recording of the live performance at Liverpool Empire, which was broadcast under the title “It’s The Beatles”. Apart from fragments, this Liverpudlian Empire performance is the only remaining sound source from the live performance of this period in 1963, and is a very valuable complete recording of the early tour stages, so it has been around for a long time. It has become popular as a standard sound source. However, until now, the only sound sources that could be listened to were “offline recordings of line recordings,” which were recorded from TV broadcasts at the time with a microphone placed in front of the TV. The sound source is included on Disc 2 here as “OFF LINE TAPE”. For long-time enthusiasts, this will also be a sound source that is familiar to the ears. In previous titles, this offline sound source was only recorded as an analog drop, but this work is unique in that it is properly recorded from a tape source. Later, in the 2000s, a version of the original line recording, which was recorded by connecting the jack to the TV during the broadcast, appeared on YouTube. The sound quality was much improved compared to the previous one, making it easy to recognize that it was an online recording, and it became a hot topic as a new Beatles excavation sound source. That corresponds to “ON LINE TAPE VERSION 2” recorded in the second half of Disc 1. The highlight of this work is that even the online recordings include online sound sources with even higher quality, rather than via the internet such as YouTube. That is “ON LINE TAPE VERSION 1” recorded in the first half of Disc 1. As mentioned above, the online sound source that first appeared via YouTube was better than the offline sound source, but in terms of sound quality, it was undeniable that it felt compressed via the Internet. However, this ON LINE TAPE VERSION 1 is not recorded via the Internet, but from the original recording medium, so it has the highest sound quality possible at present. The difference in sound quality is obvious, and I would like you to listen to it and compare it with “ON LINE TAPE VERSION 2” on disc 2. Of course, since the sound source is from 1963, it cannot be compared with modern sound, but the wide range and thick, clear sound image is clearly the quality from the master, and it was recorded with the highest sound quality. are. The second half of Disc 2 also includes this Liverpool performance from the soundtrack accompanying the video. This is the soundtrack that accompanies the video on the DVD, and it has the best sound quality. However, as mentioned later, the video does not remain completely, so even here it is only a fragmentary recording. Version 1: Online sound source 1 (complete recording) Version 2: Online sound source 2 (complete recording) Version 3: Off-line sound source (complete recording) Version 4: Online sound source derived from video (incomplete recording) To summarize, this work includes the above four versions. Version 4 has the best sound quality, and among the fully recorded versions 1 to 3, version 1 is the best in its first appearance. For fans from the analog era, version 3 may be a good fit. Each version has its own merits and demerits when you take into account their historical circumstances, so I hope you will enjoy all of these versions in this work. Also, since all versions are recorded in the best condition in this work, it will be a definitive collection as well. [JUKE BOX JURY] The last of Disc 2 contains the sound source of the TV program “JUKE BOX JURY” recorded on the same day as the Liverpool Empire performance. Although it is said that he appeared on TV, unfortunately there is no video left, and the sound source recorded in this work is the only “JUKE BOX JURY” that can be confirmed at present. The photographs from this time are preserved in clear color, so I think you have many chances to see them. Please refer to the photo at the bottom left of the front jacket photo. This program is a quiz show, and the Beatles appear as the answerers. Nowadays, it’s nothing more than a simple variety show where people listen to a song, judge whether it’s a hit, and put up a panel, but it’s said that members of the Beatles appear on programs like this other than to perform. Isn’t that extremely rare? [IT’S THE BEATLES] The Liverpool Empire performance was broadcast under the title “It’s The Beatles” and has been recorded as a video. Unfortunately, however, it was not a complete recording of the concert, and due to broadcast time constraints, only a few songs were recorded. Still, it is a valuable early video work and is important to enthusiasts. This work is the first title that includes all remaining broadcast footage, leaked footage, news reels, camera changes, etc. of the Liverpool Empire performance entitled IT’S THE BEATLES. This is a very impressive live show that captures the moment of the Beatles before they entered the youthful world of their early days. The first one is a version with upgraded image quality and no TCR or logo. The difference in image quality is immediately obvious and an upgrade of this magnitude has never been seen before. Naturally, since it was filmed in 1963, it is a black and white image, but the previous film was black and white with color CMYK and had a slight greenish tinge, but this film has a sharp contrast of light and shade. You’ll be surprised by the unprecedented clarity of the images, which have a grayscale black and white feel. Moreover, this is the first time a version without TCR or logo has appeared. Although it is unknown how it was leaked, “I Saw Her Standing There”, which begins with the drums, is an arrangement that cannot be seen anywhere else, and each piece is valuable, even though it is a fragment. Because each of the first tracks is a fragment, and because the footage is centered around the audience seats, it seems that this was filmed as an insert sequence to convey the enthusiastic audience for the broadcast. As usual, “I Want to Hold You” begins with a twist in the intro, as if a switch has been turned on in a hurry, but after that, it is recorded with stable professional shots. Paul shakes his head and strums the bass, John is already in a calm atmosphere at this point, and the members bow deeply after the performance. It is a typical Beatles style stage. While Paul is MCing, John takes a playful pose and makes fun of the audience, which is a scene that shows the Beatles character. And “Money”, the only scene where it is played live, is also wonderful. John, who let go of his hand from the neck and held a stiff stance, performed a truly powerful vocal. Paul plays the growling bass and joins George in the chorus. The camera work is also excellent, including close-up shots of the feet as they perform the rhythm. “Twist and Shout” was not yet an opening number at this time, and instead of starting with the familiar a-a-a-a chorus at Beatles live performances, it is a version that begins with an intro similar to the record. During the performance, a panel of the photo used on the jacket of “WITH THE BEATLES” came down at the back of the stage, which must have been a novel direction at the time. The ending is an instrumental version of “From Me To You”. It’s heartwarming to see John and George looking at each other and smiling as they jump up and down as they play. This Liverpool Empire performance has been preserved as a newsreel from the time, both inside and outside the venue. Fans visiting the venue, fans with tickets in hand lining up, staff directing them to the entrance depending on the type of ticket, and the actual live show being a news video, so it is different from what was broadcast. shot. I get the impression that Paul was the focus of the photo shoot, perhaps because his performance was particularly outstanding among the members. The camera moves from the feet of Paul, who is dressed in a tight suit, to the top, highlighting the coolness of Paul’s slender appearance. Anyway, this is also a valuable leaked video as it is a different angle from the main story. This newsreel video contains a total of three versions: a regular version, a widescreen version, and a version synchronized with the online sound source recorded on the CD. As you can see, there are images from different cameras of the Liverpool Empire performance, but at the end there is a video that allows you to compare the two cameras from multiple angles. It will be short but interesting. The sound source is the Liverpool Empire performance on December 7, 1963, where the full concert remains, but the video is all that is recorded here. Judging from the condition of the tape, it seems likely that other parts no longer exist. [MOVE OVER DAD] After this, Beatles footage shot at the same time is recorded. Each of them is something that could only be known through literature, or something that has been widely available in photographs but has not been easily seen on film. The first is “MOVE OVER DAD” recorded on November 13, 1963. Unfortunately, it is silent and has no sound, but it does contain scenes of the Beatles members joking around and looking at the camera. When you watch this video, you can feel that the interview with the members in the anthology, “We were really close,” was true. The members get into a car and head to the concert venue. And the fans gathering at the venue at the same time. You can feel the atmosphere of the 1960s, when show business had not yet matured. In the second half, he is interviewed for the TV program “MOVE OVER DAD” before the concert in Plymouth. Although it was an interview in the studio, the members of the Beatles were standing wearing coats, and Ringo was still wearing his luggage on his shoulder. It is clear that he probably went straight into the studio as soon as he arrived at the venue, and was able to record this in between his busy schedule at the time. [LATE SCENE EXTRA] The Beatles are taking some time off after their fall tour. During his vacation after the tour, he appeared on Granada Television in Manchester. That is “LATE SCENE EXTRA”. This footage was later used in a program called “SCENE AT 6:30.” “LATE SCENE EXTRA” has an impressive set of enlarged Daily Echo newspapers in the background, and is left in clear color in the photo, but the video is of course black and white. But what is surprising is the quality. The newly obtained video is so clear that it cannot be categorized as an upgrade, and is like something completely different. As it was miming in the studio, John and George’s instruments were different from the original, and the fact that they were playing the same instruments for the next song “This Boy” was miming, and they wanted to save time anyway. It would be. In between songs, a chat with the host is recorded, with the host, whose hair is all messed up as if to compete with the Beatles, and Paul and others laughing out loud as they chat. [IN TOWN] This is a news video broadcast on November 7, 1963. The scene begins with the members of the Beatles landing at the airport, being introduced to the people who greeted them, and then being interviewed while sitting on a simple sofa, probably in a room at the airport. The interview was conducted under circumstances that would be unimaginable today, with only one microphone being held by the host, and the interview being interrupted by the noise of a plane taking off. Other footage includes footage of a police officer frantically sorting out the young female fans who crowded into the hotel where the Beatles are staying, and an announcer reporting on the situation. It’s funny how the interviewer is also confused by the fans. [DRESS ROOM INTERVIEW 1963] This is an interview held in the dressing room before the concert. While John is already wearing a collarless suit for the stage, the other members are still dressed as they arrived at the venue, so this interview was conducted during preparations just before the concert. I understand. When interviewers asked the members about their ages, Paul was 21, and George was 21, which we already knew, but it once again shows that this is the Beatles’ young age. [THE BEATLES? IT’S THE BEATLES & JUKE BOX JURY] The latest work in the Live Chronicle series includes audio and video of the Liverpool Empire performance. The sound source is a complete recording, including all four versions with different leakage routes, and the high-quality online sound source that appeared for the first time is especially valuable as the Beatles’ oldest full concert sound source. In addition to the video, which has been significantly upgraded, this is the first version to be released with high image quality and no TCR. It also includes related videos such as news footage, making it a perfect content. Also, TV programs recorded at the same time are also included for the first time and upgraded footage. In particular, “LATE SCENE EXTRA” will amaze viewers with its high image quality that far exceeds conventional ones. Also included is the variety show “JUKE BOX JURY,” which was recorded on the same day as the Liverpool Empire performance. This is the audio of the program, which until now could only be seen in photos. IT’S THE BEATLES LIVE AT THE EMPIRE THEATER LIVERPOOL U.K. December 7, 1963 CD DISC ONE ON LINE TAPE VERSION 1 01. From Me to You 02. I Saw Her Standing There 03. All My Loving 04. Roll Over Beethoven 05. Boys 06. Till There Was You 07. She Loves You 08. This Boy 09. I Want to Hold Your Hand 10. Money 11. Twist and Shout 12. From Me to You (instrumental) ON LINE TAPE VERSION 2 13. From Me to You 14 I Saw Her Standing There 15. All My Loving 16. Roll Over Beethoven 17. Boys 18. Till There Was You 19. She Loves You 20. This Boy 21. I Want to Hold Your Hand 22. Money 23. Twist and Shout 24. From Me to You (instrumental) CD DISC TWO OFF LINE TAPE 01. From Me to You 02. I Saw Her Standing There 03. All My Loving 04. Roll Over Beethoven 05. Boys 06. Till There Was You 07. She Loves You 08. This Boy 09. I Want to Hold Your Hand 10. Money 11. Twist and Shout 12. From Me to You (instrumental) BBC ARCHIVE VIDEO SOUNDTRACK Version 1 13. From Me To You – I Saw Her Stainding There – All My Loving – Roll Over Beethoven – Till There Was You – She Loves You – I Want To Hold Your Hand – Money – Twist And Shout Version 2 14. I Want To Hold Your Hand 15. Money 16. Twist And Shout 17. From Me to You (instrumental) JUKE BOX JURY 1963-1964 18. December 7, 1963 19. June 22, 1963 20. June 29, 1963 21. July 25, 1964 22. August 1, 1964 DVD DISC IT’S THE BEATLES December 7, 1963 DVD DISC “IT’S THE BEATLES” Upgrade and No TCR, No logo 01. From Me To You – I Saw Her Stainding There – All My Loving – Roll Over Beethoven – Till There Was You – She Loves You – I Want To Hold Your Hand – Money – Twist And Shout 02. I Want To Hold Your Hand 03. Money 04. Twist And Shout 05. From Me to You (instrumental) NEWS REEL 01. audience – This Boy – I Want To Hold Your Hand – Money – Twist And Shout NEWS REEL WIDE 01. – This Boy – I Want To Hold Your Hand – Money – Twist And Shout NEWS REEL AUDIO SYNC 01. This Boy 02. I Want To Hold Your Hand 03. Money 04. Twist And Shout MULTI ANGLE 01. I Want To Hold Your Hand MOVE OVER DAD November 13, 1963 01. Interview at Westward TV Studios Plymouth LATE SCENE EXTRA November 25, 1963 BROADCAST 01. I Want To Hold Your Hand 02. Interview 03. This Boy OUTTAKES 01. Interview IN TOWN November 7, 1963 01. 1963 News Clip DRESS ROOM INTERVIEW 1963 01. Interview Location Unknown