Rolling Stones/Fukuoka,Japan 1995 2 Days

Their 1995 tour of Japan concluded with two live performances at Fukuoka Dome after Tokyo Dome. However, these two performances have a very small number of items, and even on the first day, there has been no release of the entire live show, so it is in such a disadvantageous state that it is hard to believe that it is the Stones’ visit to Japan. However, this time, a revolutionary title called a coupling release that completely records both of the two days in Fukuoka has been realized. First of all, on the first day of March 22nd, only one song “Angie” was released in the past, and this time it will be the first complete recording. Although it was a live performance in 1995, no comprehensive items have appeared so far, so the audience recording this time is also narrow in range and has a sense of distance. However, it is much easier to listen to than the sound source that was widespread among traders, and there is no problem that “Rock And A Hard Place” is incomplete. The complete story of the first day in Fukuoka, which has been veiled until now, will be revealed in the original sound source that is completely different from that! What I realized when the complete version appeared for the first time is that Mick’s singing is really exciting. Perhaps it was the result of being on stage in a new place and feeling refreshed after spending time recording and performing live in Tokyo. First, the fire started around the ending of “Tumbling Dice”, and the entire Stones supported Mick with a rough performance of “It’s All Over Now” that was reminiscent of the 60s. Furthermore, at the ending of “Rocks Off”, he sings an ad-lib song to liven things up, but when you compare it to the March 9th Tokyo Dome song, which was released at the same time as this one, the atmosphere is completely different, so you’ll definitely be surprised. Even in this early part, Mick’s extraordinary spirit is conveyed, but even in “Satisfaction” the intensity of this day is incomparable to the usual high tension. Mick’s fierce singing, which did not let go of his energy until the end of the performance, was truly amazing. On this day, he seems to get even more excited when it comes to intense songs, and it seems as if he is heading to the next stage with “Rock And A Hard Place”. Anyway, the shouting and shouting was unusual, and even though it was the first single of “VOODOO LOUNGE” from the album, “Love Is Strong” was removed from the regular repertoire after the Japan performance (the number of performances was extremely reduced). It was such a passionate performance that you could even call it the completed version. And the two days in Fukuoka may be said to have a different atmosphere from Tokyo in a good way, as the Stones as a whole felt relaxed. Among them, the masterpiece is the ending of Keith’s “Slipping Away”. When the performance is finished as usual, Charlie once again hits the drum pattern leading to the ending. I almost misunderstood and thought, “Is this a reprise just for this day?”, but the band ended without matching it. Come to think of it, it is surprisingly rare that Mick does not introduce “Tsukare Hateta, Keith Richards” only on this day. On the second day of Fukuoka Dome, which was the last day of the 1995 Japan performance itself, high-quality pre-released titles were released in 1995, but of course this time we used a different original audience recording master. Although the existing sound source was recorded with excellent clarity, the balance of Keith’s guitar’s low volume was a fatal blow. In this recording, there is no such unnaturalness, and you can now enjoy the second day in Fukuoka with the balance of a normal Stones live. In that respect, it is no exaggeration to say that this is the first sound source that conveys the true form. However, this time’s sound source has a tendency to crack the edge of the sound from the beginning of the live performance, and it becomes saturated when it comes to the climax of “Satisfaction” and the humming part of “Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo”. In that respect, some people may think that past sound sources are easier to listen to, but the power that comes through from the performance is definitely the overwhelming victory of this recording. And just like the day before, the Stones were in great shape on this day as well. It was their first time performing at Fukuoka Dome, and it was said that there were many empty seats except for the arena seats, but that didn’t spoil the show, and rather a great performance that was typical of the last day in Japan was put on. Of course, Mick is in high spirits on this day as well, but the overflowing happening that tends to happen at such times is happening in “It’s All Over Now”. Although it was a song that was frequently played on this tour, Mick makes a mistake in the timing of the singing. It’s a very pitiful scene, but the way he sings the song again without being fazed by it shows that he is a seasoned performer. In 1989, “Shattered” was not played due to a power outage during the performance on the first day of the tour, but it was successfully revived on the “VOODOO LOUNGE” tour, and although the number of performances decreased as the tour progressed, it was performed in Tokyo during the Japan tour. This will be his first appearance since the second day at the Dome. Even back then, that performance seemed to have a slow tempo, but even when I listen to it now, it still feels slow (bitter smile). However, other than that, Mick and the Stones did not show any signs of fatigue on this day, and on the contrary, they put on a live performance that seemed to move forward.The acoustic parts of the two songs in the middle were revived, and once again they performed “Love”. It’s also an unforgettable day when they played “In Vain.” Moreover, this recording captures the sound of the acoustic guitar played by each member at this time very clearly, and the way that the details of Keith’s guitar are clearly transmitted is really goosebumps. This release reveals for the first time the full details of the two days of Fukuoka performances, which were more difficult to obtain than the Tokyo dates in 1995, so please enjoy the wonderful performances on both days! Live at Fukuoka Dome, Fukuoka, Japan 22nd March 1995 Disc 1 (60:07) 1. Introduction 2. Not Fade Away 3. Tumbling Dice 4. You Got Me Rocking 5. It’s All Over Now 6. Rocks Off 7. Sparks Will Fly 8. Satisfaction 9. Beast Of Burden 10. Angie 11. Rock And A Hard Place 12. Love Is Strong 13. I Go Wild Disc 2 (76:14) 1. Miss You 2. Band Introduction 3. Honky Tonk Women 4 Before They Make Me Run 5. Slipping Away 6. Sympathy For The Devil 7. Monkey Man 8. Street Fighting Man 9. Start Me Up 10. It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll 11. Brown Sugar 12. Jumping Jack Flash 13. Outroduction Live at Fukuoka Dome, Fukuoka, Japan 23rd March 1995 Disc 3 (58:04) 1. Introduction 2. Not Fade Away 3. Tumbling Dice 4. You Got Me Rocking 5. It’s All Over Now 6. Shattered 7. Sparks Will Fly 8. Satisfaction 9. Love In Vain 10. Sweet Virginia 11. Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo 12. Love Is Strong 13. I Go Wild Disc 4 (71:29) 1. Miss You 2. Band Introduction 3. Honky Tonk Women 4 . Happy 5. The Worst 6. Sympathy For The Devil 7. Monkey Man 8. Street Fighting Man 9. Start Me Up 10. It’s Only Rock ‘n Roll 11. Brown Sugar 12. Jumping Jack Flash 13. Outroduction Mick Jagger – Vocals , Guitar, Harmonica Keith Richards – Guitars, Vocals Ronnie Wood – Guitars Charlie Watts – Drums Darryl Jones – Bass, Backing Vocals Bobby Keys – Tenor Saxophone Chuck Leavell – Keyboards, Backing Vocals Lisa Fischer – Backing Vocals, Percussion Bernard Fowler – Backing Vocals, Percussion The New West Horns : Andy Snitzer – Saxophone Michael Davis – Trombone Kent Smith – Trumpet