EL & P Emerson,Lake & Palmer/Hyogo,Japan 1972 Original Master

A major event in the history of Western music, EL&P’s “July 24, 1972: Koshien Stadium” performance. A new and excellent record of this performance has been unexpectedly unearthed. This was the “legendary night” when the concert was interrupted by a major riot. It has been recorded in document albums such as “READ THE RIOT ACT” and “KOSHIEN STADIUM 1972”, but this work is a completely different recording. It is an original recording of this work only, created from the actual cassette given to the recorder who witnessed the legendary scene. Moreover, this work was recorded by the recorder of LED ZEPPELIN’s “928”, which caused a huge sensation. Following the impact of ZEPP, this is the release of a super valuable record of the most important concert in history. Compared to the previous release, the intro of “Promenade” is 10 seconds longer, and there is no cut in the middle of “Rondo” (27 seconds from 3:45), so it is clear that it is a different recording, but what is even more intense is the sound. To be honest, the previous releases were preceded by valuable documents, but this work is a magnificent audience sound. Looking back at Koshien Stadium on the day, the stage was set up around second base facing the home base. There were no seats on the ground or in the outfield, only the back net side and first and third bases. And the position of this work was recorded from the sixth row on the third base side (Keith’s side). That’s why Keith’s virtuosity is so close, but that’s not all. Greg Lake’s bass also stands out with each sound, and Carl Palmer’s drumming is detailed and even the cowbell seasoning is vivid. Compared to “KOSHIEN STADIUM 1972”, the performance is much closer, the gaps in the trio ensemble are clear, and even the noise of the zee leaking from the on-site amplifier is precise. Since the keyboard was originally a stringed instrument, the keyboard trio’s individual sounds stand out more than in a normal rock band, but the ensemble is clearly depicted. The audience surrounding the recordist also contributes to the sound. The previous releases are, for better or worse, a type that accurately depicts the enthusiasm of the time. The storm-like cheers and ferocious applause create a tremendous force that is not found anywhere in EL&P history, which was also a major attraction. However, while this work also contains that enthusiasm, it is much closer to musical sounds than cheers. Therefore, while feeling the atmosphere of the venue that is gradually becoming out of whack, you can enjoy the performance itself, which is the trigger. If the previous releases are “document albums,” this work is a “music album.” The reason why the sound has been realized so far is not only the splendor of the recording itself, but also the outstanding freshness of the master. In fact, the tape had deteriorated during the ZEPP “928”, but there was no deterioration at all in the master of this work. The beautifully preserved tape surface had no twists or distortions, and was as beautiful as if 44 years had never passed. Of course, the beauty was not only in appearance, but when it was played, a fresh sound flowed out without stagnancy, as if it was the first time it was made. The Koshien recordings so far have conveyed the strange power of the incident scene. It was a valuable record that reflected the era, but this work is a masterpiece recording that beautifully focuses on the EL&P itself, which was the catalyst for the incident. Although this work also contains a historic riot scene, the audience is not the main character, so the chaotic power is handed down to “KOSHIEN STADIUM 1972”. However, on the contrary, the passionate performances packed into this work tell us “why the incident occurred” and “why it became so hot” much more eloquently than logic. This is the incident board that appeared after ZEPP. Evidence of history that is clearer than ever. An extremely valuable live album that lets you feel close to the band on this historic night. Live at Koshien Stadium, Nishinomiya, Japan 24th July 1972 TRULY AMAZING/PERFECT SOUND(from Original Masters) (77:33) 1. Intro 2. Hoedown 3. Tarkus: Eruption/Stones of Years/Iconoclast/Mass/Manticore/Battlefield (incl. Epitaph) 4. Aquatarkus 5. Take A Pebble 6. Lucky Man 7. Piano Improvisation 8. Take A Pebble (Conclusion) Pictures At An Exhibition 9. Promenade 10. The Hut Of Baba Yaga 11. The Curse Of Baba Yaga 12. The Hut Of Baba Yaga 13. The Great Gates Of Kiev Encore 14. Rondo 15. Drums Solo 16. Riot Keith Emerson – Keyboards Greg Lake – Bass, Guitar, Vocals Carl Palmer – Drums, Percussion