Chick Corea & Frank Gambale (Chick Corea & Frank Gambale) / London, UK / March 23, 1992 / FM Broadcast Edition

This impactful live recording, the first ever from a broadcast recording, captures a highly anticipated performance at the London Royal Festival Hall on March 23rd, part of the world tour accompanying the release of their fifth album as an electric band, “Beneath the Mask.” Many will recall the album being hailed by critics as their “best work to date.” This masterpiece album was, of course, met with rave reviews at live shows worldwide, with every concert selling out. This London performance, a highlight of that world tour, was captured from a rare broadcast recording on cassette tape, and the sheer brilliance of the performance makes its discovery all the more significant. The recording features breathtaking solos from the band members, showcasing a truly stunning live performance. The latter half of the concert, from “Spanish Sketches” to “Blues for Miles,” features a magnificent 20-minute performance that also serves as a tribute to Miles Davis. Live at Royal Festival Hall, London 03/23/1992 Disc 1 1. Introduction 2. Medieval Overture 3. Beneath the Mask 4. It’s the Little Things That Count 5. 99 Flavors 6. A Wave Goodbye 7. Free Steps Disc 2 1. Charged Particles 2. Jammin’ E Cricket 3. Spanish Sketches 4. Blues For Miles 5. Illusions Chick Corea (keyb) Eric Marienthal (sax) Frank Gambale (g) Jimmy Earl (b) Dave Weckl (dr)