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RAINBOW’s first appearance in Osaka, a symbol of their first visit to Japan, is now celebrated with an upgraded version of the beloved Kinney recording. This release captures the “December 5, 1976: Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan” performance, a top-tier audience recording. This is a newly polished, top-of-the-line version of the renowned recording, reconstructed from Kinney’s original tapes by GRAF ZEPPELIN. First, let’s revisit the dates of their first visit to Japan to confirm the show’s place within the context of the event.・December 2nd: Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium * December 5th: Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan ←★This film★ ・December 7th: Nagoya City Public Hall ・December 8th: Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan ・December 9th: Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan ・December 10th: Kyoto Kaikan ・December 13th: Kyushu Electric Power Memorial Gymnasium ・December 14th: Hiroshima City Public Hall ・December 16th: Nippon Budokan (2 performances) Ritchie returns to the Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan, the venue with which he has a history. These were all 10 performances of his first visit to Japan. Three performances were held at the “Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan,” and this film is from the first day before the Nagoya performance. It was also the second day of the entire first visit to Japan. For Ritchie Blackmore, it was his first time in Osaka since June 29th, 1973 (the final performance of the second incarnation of DEEP PURPLE), and it was also his first time back on the stage of the same Kosei Nenkin Kaikan Grand Hall. The Kinney recording, which documented such a monumental concert, is a renowned recording that was previously released as “ON TOUR 1976: STARGAZER” and became widely popular. The best master of this recording was the previous release, “OSAKA 1976 1ST NIGHT,” and the sound, derived from the original tapes, was highly praised as being incomparably superior to previously released analog versions. This release is the ultimate updated version of that legendary Kinney recording, polished by “GRAF ZEPPELIN.” The “legendary sound” is upgraded with meticulous mastering. Once again, “GRAF ZEPPELIN,” known for its obsessive precision, is evident in every detail, but perhaps the most effective is the phase correction. In the previous release, the sound was slightly biased to the left, but in this release, the positioning is precisely corrected to the center. The composition of Ritchie and Ronnie standing side by side is also clearer, and the interplay between the two is conveyed more concretely. In addition, various noise reductions have also been improved in precision. High-frequency noise has been cleanly removed, and hum noise has been significantly reduced. Overall, it’s much easier to listen to, and noises originating from the DAT master in two or three places (for example, around 1:07 in “Kill The King”) have also been smoothed out. This improvement is not limited to the Kinney recording of the main performance, but also applies to the hiss in the other sound sources used for supplementation. This is the true essence of “GRAF ZEPPELIN,” which is thoroughly committed to even the smallest details. The legendary first day in Osaka has been revived with the highest level of sound quality, and this brushed-up sound of their first appearance in Osaka is truly wonderful. The guitar and keyboards are recorded clearly, and Ronnie’s superhuman vocals are layered on top of them. The band ensemble is also well-balanced and firmly in place, allowing you to ideally experience the feeling of Ritchie and Ronnie standing side by side. Before and after songs, the venue is filled with enthusiastic cheers, but as the performance progresses, people listen attentively and do not disturb the quiet parts. With its understated elegance, the quiet parts of “Mistreated” and “Catch The Rainbow” sound almost like line recordings. The improvements to phase and noise are evident. The contrast between the clear tone at the beginning of “Sixteenth Century Greensleeves” and its sudden shift to hard rock is even more impressive this time around. The “Ritchie!” calls from the nearby female audience members are perfectly timed, much like the “Oomukou” (high-pitched voices) in Kabuki theater, creating a palpable sense of anticipation. And Ritchie’s long solo in the middle of “Stargazer” is a breathtaking performance no matter how many times you hear it. Furthermore, the shock of the moment the riff of “Still I’m Sad” kicks in immediately after a brief pause—without any MC—is unforgettable. Combined with the frenzy of guitar smashing on his Stratocaster during the encore “Do You Close Your Eyes,” it all reinforces the sheer power of Ritchie. Ritchie Blackmore has returned to the fateful Osaka stage. This is the ultimate updated version, polished by “GRAF ZEPPELIN” from that pinnacle recording. The essence of that legendary recording is now delivered to your ears more naturally and comfortably. You can now enjoy this evergreen masterpiece, which has not faded even after 50 years, in an even more pleasant way. This is the legendary audience recording of the “December 5, 1976 Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan” performance. This is the ultimate updated version, polished by “GRAF ZEPPELIN” from the best master of the famous Kinney recording. Phase correction has clearly defined the sound localization, and the accuracy of various noise processing has been greatly improved. Overall listenability has been improved, allowing you to experience firsthand Ritchie Blackmore’s great performance back at the Osaka Kosei Nenkin Kaikan, the site of the collapse of the second phase of Deep Purple. Live at Koseinenkin Kaikan, Osaka, Japan, 5 December 1976 Disc 1 (39:30) 1. Over The Rainbow 2. Kill The King 3. Mistreated 4. Sixteenth Century Greensleeves 5. Catch The Rainbow Disc 2 (64:40) 1. Lazy ★2:02 2. Man On The Silver Mountain ★2:31 3. Blues 4. Starstruck / Man On The Silver Mountain ★1:41 – Previously released tracks to the end 5. Keyboard Intro. ★0:00 – 1:11 Previously released tracks to the end 6. Stargazer 7. Still I’m Sad incl. Keyboard Solo 8. Drum Solo feat. 1812 Overture 9. Still I’m Sad (reprise) ★5:37 Pause 10. Do You Close Your Eyes 11. Over The Rainbow
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