Queen/London,UK 12.26.1979 Upgrade

The legendary 1979 recording left by the famous Kinney has been brushed up with a new master. The legendary recording is “December 26, 1979 London Performance”. This day is famous for its short TV broadcasts and leaked professional shots, but this work is a live album that completely records the entire show. This is a superb audience recording recorded at the traditional venue “Hammersmith Odeon”. The biggest point is in the upgraded sound, but first of all is the show position. Speaking of 1979, the “JAZZ TOUR” that also became “LIVE KILLERS” comes to mind, but this work is a slightly different “CRAZY TOUR”. In order to sort out the situation, let’s look back at the schedule at that time. ●1978 “JAZZ TOUR”・October 28th – December 20th: North America (35 performances)・1979・January 17th – March 1st: Europe (28 performances)・April 13th – May 6th: Japan (15 performances)《Production of “THE GAME” started in June》《“LIVE KILLERS” released on June 22nd》・August 18th: SAARBRUCKEN OPEN AIR appearance [Single “Crazy Little Thing…” released on October 5th] “CRAZY TOUR” ・November 22nd – December 26th: UK (20 performances) ←★Here★ This is “ The flow after “JAZZ”. “LIVE KILLERS” was produced from the “European” tour, but around the time of its release, production of the next work “THE GAME” began. In October, they released the lead single “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and performed “CRAZY TOUR” in their home country of England. Since there were no UK performances on the “JAZZ TOUR,” an intense schedule of 20 performances was planned. Even on such a UK tour, the Hammersmith performance of this work is a highlight. Not only is it the last day, but it is also part of the Cambodian relief charity concert “CONCERT FOR KAMPUCHEA”, which was called for by Paul McCartney. It was also the first day. The show was professionally filmed and part of it was broadcast on TV. After that, a leaked pro shot was also discovered and became a symbol of 1979. However, all such video editions are incomplete versions. On the other hand, this work is a live album where you can enjoy a full show. Moreover, the quality is top notch. After all, it was that “Kinney” who made this work a thing. Although it is a prestigious name that can even be said to be synonymous with the boot history of Japanese performances, it actually has many overseas recordings. This work is also a masterpiece recording recorded by Kinney’s staff who went to England. This recording itself has been known for a long time and has been considered a masterpiece representing 1979, but this work is a new master that has been further upgraded. Although it is unknown whether it is the original master, it is much clearer and fresher than the previous releases. The stereo feeling of “Jailhouse Rock”, which was a little disordered in the previous release, is also in order, but what is more important is the vividness that runs through the whole story. The shining clarity also gives a sense of close contact, as if the recording position was 2-3 rows in front. If you know what has already been released, you know that it is originally an on-recording, but the new master approaches QUEEN even more. After experiencing this work, the previously released songs that were so wonderful will become so mushy that you won’t be able to listen to them anymore. Moreover, this work is even more meticulously remastered from such a new master. This recording is also known to start with a slightly over-peaked sound and gradually improve, but this work eases that over-peak feeling to make it easier to listen to. Of course, the pitch that was out of order in the previous version has been adjusted accurately and finished in the ultimate form suitable for the highest peak master. The full show that you can experience with such superb sound is amazing. Too amazing. As mentioned above, it is also known for its professional shot videos, but it is a complete version with plenty of famous songs that were cut there. To list a few… “If You Can’t Beat Them,” “Mustapha,” “Spread Your Wings,” “Keep Yourself Alive,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” and even “Silent Night” and “Brighton Rock,” about 12 minutes. Complete recording of guitar and drum solos. The show is based on “LIVE KILLERS”, but the new songs “Save Me” and “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” from the next work “THE GAME” that could not be heard there are also performed. “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” is especially wonderful. This song was also shown in a video, but in reality, even after the performance was over, the singalong didn’t stop and QUEEN was forced to reprise it. They responded with a sense of confusion, but as if to say, “Just take it easy (lol),” they rushed into “Bohemian Rhapsody”… “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” was a big hit as the latest single, reaching number 2 in the UK, and its real-time feel is wonderful. In addition, there are many song gaps and MCs that were missing in the video. No matter how many professional shots are left, the experience of a famous performance cannot be compared. An extremely famous performance that is in top condition and bursts with intense tension. This is a superb live album that captures the full show with the finest sound of Kinney Magic at full throttle. A historical masterpiece that has been upgraded with a new master. Live at Hammersmith Odeon, London, UK 26th December 1979 TRULY PERFECT SOUND(UPGRADE) The Concerts For The People Of Kampuchea Disc 1 (62:08) 1. Intro 2. Jailhouse Rock 3. We Will Rock You (fast) 4. Let Me Entertain You 5. Somebody To Love 6. If You Can’t Beat Them 7. Mustapha 8. Death On Two Legs 9. Killer Queen 10. I’m In Love With My Car 11. Get Down Make Love 12. You’re My Best Friend 13. Save Me 14. Now I’m Here 15. Don’t Stop Me Now 16 . Spread Your Wings Disc 2 (51:20) 1. Brian MC 2. Love Of My Life 3. ’39 4. Keep Yourself Alive 5. Drum/Guitar Solos (incl. Silent Night) 6. Brighton Rock (ending) 7. Crazy Little Thing Called Love 8. Bohemian Rhapsody 9. Tie Your Mother Down 10. Sheer Heart Attack 11. We Will Rock You 12. We Are The Champions 13. God Save The Queen