Led Zeppelin/WI, USA 1969

Last week, we released the first sound source Atlanta, which graced the first day of ZEP’s July-August 1969 tour centered on American festivals, and this time we also released a new version of the standard sound source from the same tour. It is common knowledge among enthusiasts that this period was a time when high-tension masterpieces and great sound sources were mass-produced, perhaps because the performance time per performance on the festival stage was short. Not only was the performance content excellent not only in Atlanta but also in Newport and Central Park, it boasted a high quality that was very easy to listen to as an audience recording in 1969. Furthermore, it was a blessed time that there was even a stereo soundboard recording of the Texas Pop Festival on the last day of the tour, which was one of the representative sound sources of 1969. Under such circumstances, another famous sound source that continues to be supported by enthusiasts is the Midwest Rock Festival on July 25th. This is a famous sound source from 1969, which was only heard on acetate boot in the analog era, but it quickly became popular in the CD era. Due to its recording quality, several items have been released, including the nostalgic “STATE FAIR”, but “MIDWEST ROCK FESTIVAL” released by GRAF ZEPPELIN over 10 years ago has gained support from enthusiasts. . I don’t think anything better than the GRAF version (hereinafter referred to as the “previously released version”) will ever happen…In fact, the previously released version has been the definitive version of this day and has been in power for over 10 years. , an upper version has appeared this year that includes the parts that everyone would have missed. This time’s sound source is a first generation copy copied from master reel to reel. Even though it is the same analog copy, it is a version that does not involve a cassette, so the deterioration caused by dubbing is kept to a minimum. However, the difference in sound quality from the previously released version is not large, and there is no doubt that a fairly low-generation version was used there as well. However, in “I Can’t Quit You Baby”, the hiss is stronger in the previously released version, and conversely, in “White Summer”, the hiss in this version is stronger, which shows the difference due to dubbing. However, the scene where the plant asks for clapping at the beginning of “How Many More Times”, the transcription-like sound that faintly sounds from the left channel in the middle of the 10th minute, and the cut that occurs at the 12th minute mark are the same as before. However, this “How Many More Times” had the last trick that was missing in the previous items hidden. When the song begins with Bonzo’s drums, Plant announces that it is the last song. This scene was lacking in past items to a greater or lesser degree. This time, this scene is recorded in its entirety, and you can hear Plant’s line “say goodnight” in its entirety. It is presumed that this is the place where the tape change occurred, and the MC of the plant was probably shaved off while it was being branched and dubbed. There was a version in the past that didn’t include this scene at all, and even in the released version, the “say” was missing and it started with “goodnight” (lol). Although it is certainly a small part, it is true that this is the longest recording ever. And on this day, first of all, the sound quality was outstanding. Although it is monaural, it is extremely clear and has such freshness that it is hard to believe that it was recorded 50 years ago. Even when compared with the audience of the same period, the freshness is superior to Newport and Central Park. As for the performance, since it is part of the festival, the performance is short overall, and “You Shook Me” is not played, making it the shortest 53 minutes even at this time of year when there are many short stages. Therefore, it is attractive that it is easy to listen to with just one CD, and it also condenses the charm of 1969 ZEP. Among them, the most impressive performance is “How Many More Times”. As “Dazed And Confused” was performed in a shorter version than usual, I get the impression that a dense performance is being performed here. The explosive development in the 5 minute mark is especially impressive, and even “Lemon Song” appears after the 12 minute cut. The Midwest Rock Festival has always had a reputation for both performance and sound quality, but the “last move” that had been missing up until now has finally been filled. The definitive version of the famous sound source that boasts the highest freshness among the numerous 1969 ZEP audiences is finally here! Wisconsin State Fair Park Grounds, West Allis, WI, USA 25th July 1969 (52:38) 1. Intro 2. Train Kept a Rollin’ 3. I Can’t Quit You Baby 4. Dazed And Confused. 5. White Summer/ Black Mountain Side 6. How Many More Times (incl. Smokestack Lightning / Beck’s Bolero / The Hunter/ The Lemon Song / I’ve Got You Under My Skin) 7. Communication Breakdown (incl. Just A Little Bit)