Led Zeppelin/Tokyo,Japan 10.2.1972 Upgrade

The standard ZEP live sound source is constantly being requested for reissue. The best example of this is the release of the series of Osaka 929 items that was realized about a month ago. If you think about it, there are definitive sound sources for both years of ZEP’s two visits to Japan. If 1971 was the first Osaka, then 1972 was the first day of the Budokan on October 2nd. This audience recording is truly worthy of being called a special quality, and the word “standard” fits perfectly. It’s almost as if they brought in a current digital recorder and recorded it in 1972. The freshness and clarity are outstanding, and it seems that the sound of the instruments emitted by each member, and the atmosphere of the audience listening to the new ZEP sound that changed the sound completely from the previous year, were also contained in the famous recording… that’s the first day of the Budokan. Countless items have been produced so far, as it is the best recording of the 1972 Japan visit. These include “DANCING DAYS”, “NO USE GRECO”, “BUDOKAN OCT 2, 1972” and “LED ZEPPELIN IS MY BROTHER”. All of these were originally recorded by the same audience, and most of them were recorded from the master, so they were all high-quality sound items that even non-enthusiasts could listen to. The first day of the Budokan in 1972… It is no exaggeration to say that this famous recording has recently stopped being released lately, and because of this, it has come to seem like it has been overlooked in general compared to the eternal item 929 from 1971. It was receding from the position of a standard sound source and title of ZEP live performances alongside “Eddie”, “Blueberry Hill” and 929. It is no exaggeration to say that it is no longer unfortunate, and in order to make a difference in this situation, we released “BUDOKAN 1972 1ST NIGHT”. It is still fresh in our memory that the concept of coupling the original master with a remastered version created using mastering techniques unique to 2016, as well as recording from the original master, was highly praised by enthusiasts and sold out early. Although it is called a remaster, it was completely different from the anachronistic processing that unnecessarily raised the overall sound image and made it a flashy finish. The finish was created by absolutely respecting the clarity and freshness of the original sound, while increasing the on-degree of the sound image. This interpretation was also highly praised by enthusiasts. Even though there was nothing new in the content, it was sold out due to the splendor of the original sound source. Therefore, in response to the calls for a reissue, a re-release was realized. For this re-release, instead of re-releasing the previous four-disc version as it was, it will be re-released as a two-disc version containing only the basic original sound source (corresponding to Disc-1 and Disc-2 last time). The greatness of the Omoto recording is that if there is such a thing as a “ZEP live sound hall of fame”, it is a wonderful thing that will definitely be included. In addition, by reducing the number of discs, we hope that more people will be able to experience this famous sound source. The truly amazing recording quality has not faded at all even now. That is why we want many ZEP fans to continue to know the goodness of the original sound! And the amazing high sound quality is the beginning of a major transition period in ZEP live sound, which can be enjoyed. Indeed, Plant’s voice is not sharp, and this is noticeable at the beginning of the live performance. However, the voice itself is still young! “The Song Remains The Same” was originally sung with this voice and melody… It sounds surprisingly fresh. Most enthusiasts should be more likely to be exposed to the live version after 1973, and will be surprised by the fresh atmosphere of Kokode, which was the live premiere. Furthermore, if you look at ZEP from a different perspective than the last release, it is interesting that “Misty Mountain Hop”, which was only performed once in Copenhagen the previous year, began to be performed as a regular number from this day. The album “HOUSES OF HOLY”, which had just been completed at the time, featured Johnsy’s keyboard playing more than ever before, which contributed to a major change in the image and sound of the band. It could be said that this song predicted that sound. The fact that “Misty Mountain” was decided to be introduced as a regular repertoire in live performances also seems to symbolize the change in ZEP’s live sound. This is a famous sound source that captures the new chapter of ZEP, which began on the first day of the Budokan, with the best sound quality… After all, the first day of the Budokan in 1972 is the best audience recording! Live at Budokan, Tokyo, Japan 2nd October 1972 TRULY PERFECT SOUND(*UPGRADE) Disc 1 (73:37) 1. Introduction 2. Rock And Roll 3. Over The Hills And Far Away 4. Black Dog 5. Misty Mountain Hop 6. Since I’ve Been Loving You 7. Dancing Days 8. Bron-Yr-Aur Stomp 9. The Song Remains The Same 10. The Rain Song 11. Dazed And Confused (incl. The Crunge) Disc 2 (52:23) 1. Stairway To Heaven 2. Whole Lotta Love 3. Heartbreaker 4. Immigrant Song 5. Communication Breakdown