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Last year saw the release of *LIVE AT LEEDS: 55TH ANNIVERSARY ULTIMATE EDITION*, a definitive title that captured a legendary concert—a shining moment in rock history—with unparalleled content and sound quality. Given its status as a masterpiece, it could not simply be allowed to go out of print; thus, this reissue arrives—but it is far more than a mere “re-release.” This is a truly “Supreme” edition, featuring a newly added “Disc 3” that further enriches the experience. It is an absolute must-have! *LIVE AT LEEDS: 55TH ANNIVERSARY ULTIMATE EDITION* garnered immense acclaim for brilliantly recreating this historic live album as it was truly meant to be heard. It included the complete version of “Shakin’ All Over” (including the “Spoonful” segment)—something the official release failed to deliver—and eliminated the unnecessary backing vocal overdubs Roger added to recent official versions. It also resolved the issue of the missing intro to “Do You Think It’s Alright.” It was a masterpiece that rendered previous official releases and existing bootlegs—none of which could truly be called definitive—obsolete. The foundation was a long-circulating “leak” source that was meticulously re-examined by passionate fans. That process had already resolved the “Shakin’ All Over” issue and eliminated the anachronistic backing vocals and the “Do You Think It’s Alright” intro problem. From there, the rough edges characteristic of leaked audio were polished away using state-of-the-art AI technology to isolate and refine individual instrument tracks, successfully eliminating prominent hiss noise. Furthermore, unnatural edits and pitch issues were fine-tuned down to the smallest detail, resulting in a level of perfection where nothing more could be desired from this live recording. The initial release last January sold out instantly. Immediately following its initial release, there was a flood of requests for a reissue, and the title came to be highly acclaimed as the definitive *Live at Leeds*—in both name and substance. Now, a year and a half after that sensational debut, the “Complete Edition” of *Live at Leeds* makes its long-awaited return. Upon reviewing the content for this reissue, we reaffirmed that the original release was already so perfect there was virtually no room for improvement; consequently, the main program remains identical to the previous edition. Its level of perfection is such that the sense of stability and confidence—allowing listeners to fully enjoy the “Complete Edition” from start to finish—remains unshaken. That said, since this is a special reissue, we wanted to further enrich the package by including a third disc featuring a unique version of the original *Live at Leeds* album! In fact, the versions of *Leeds* currently available on streaming services are mostly the expanded editions from the 90s or the deluxe editions from the 2000s; surprisingly, it is difficult to find an easy way to enjoy the original album’s authentic mix and tracklist. Therefore, the third disc included here is not merely a standard copy of the original album. Instead, we have adopted a special version recreated from the high-fidelity LP released by Classic Records—a label renowned for its premium reissues. While Classic Records was famous for carefully transferring audio to analog using an all-analog process (a crucial detail) from borrowed original master tapes, their releases were extremely limited and are now hard to find. This third disc captures the full appeal of that ultra-rare record. The sound quality is nothing short of spectacular; it opens up a sonic world completely distinct from standard official CDs or the remixed versions currently available via streaming. It also avoids the distinctive “smile curve” EQ—a signature quirk of the label—often found on Mobile Fidelity’s high-fidelity CD reissues. It literally reproduces the overwhelming sound quality and allure derived from the original master tape without compromise; one listen to tracks like “Young Man Blues” or “Shakin’ All Over” makes the difference immediately apparent. This release brilliantly achieves a balance between the performance’s inherently ferocious, raw intensity and a rich, analog sound quality. *Live at Leeds* is a record where surface noise and distortion—often caused by the quality of the vinyl itself—tend to stand out, particularly during the frequent quiet passages and intervals between songs. However, this edition reproduces the music in an incredibly clean state, free from distracting noise or distortion, without compromising the high audio fidelity. It allows listeners to fully savor the charm of the original work, captured on LP from the original master tapes using an all-analog process. This creates the ultimate pairing: the definitive *Live at Leeds: 55th Anniversary Ultimate Edition* combined with the original album, reproduced in pristine condition. It has truly evolved into a definitive version worthy of the name “Supreme Leeds.” The *Live at Leeds: 55th Anniversary Ultimate Edition*, which sold out instantly last year, makes a long-awaited return. This is not merely a simple reissue; while retaining the audio from the complete concert, a third disc has been added featuring a high-fidelity analog pressing—produced by Classic Records from the original master tapes via an all-analog process—that mirrors the mix and tracklist of the original *Live at Leeds* LP. This results in the ultimate “Supreme Edition,” allowing you to experience one of The Who’s greatest performances in top-tier sound quality from both the “complete” and “original” perspectives. The Refectory, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK – February 14, 1970 (Stereo Soundboard Recording). Disc 1 (71:18): 1. Introduction 2. Heaven And Hell 3. I Can’t Explain 4. Fortune Teller 5. Tattoo 6. Young Man Blues 7. Substitute 8. Happy Jack 9. I’m A Boy 10. Pete’s Introduction To A Quick One 11. A Quick One, While He’s Away 12. Overture 13. It’s A Boy 14. 1921 15. Amazing Journey 16. Sparks 17. Eyesight To The Blind (The Hawker) 18. Christmas 19. The Acid Queen 20. Pinball Wizard. Disc 2 (60:48): 01. Do You Think It’s Alright 02. Fiddle About 03. Tommy Can You Hear Me 04. There’s A Doctor 05. Go To The Mirror! 06. Smash The Mirror 07. Miracle Cure 08. Sally Simpson 09. I’m Free 10. Tommy’s Holiday Camp 11. We’re Not Gonna Take It 12. Summertime Blues 13. Shakin’ All Over 14. My Generation 15. Magic Bus. Production Details: This is the “Ultimate Leeds” edition. While the 2014 official digital release is the best of the official versions, it is far from an accurate representation of the live performance, featuring the omission of “Spoonful,” various edits, and vintage overdubs from the 1970s. The primary source for this release is a recording independently produced by a Who enthusiast based on the “Midas Touch” edition (note: this is *not* the Captain Acid version), with the 2014 official release used only to patch the specific missing segments listed below. This release resolves issues found in previous titles, such as the missing intro to “Do You Think It’s Alright” and abrupt audio cut-offs after “I’m A Boy” and “Shakin’ All Over.” Naturally, “Spoonful” is included. The result is a thorough remaster and remix featuring the fewest edits compared to previous releases; it minimizes the jarring sonic discrepancies between “fan-sourced” and official recordings (aligning the sound closely with the superior 2014 official source). Furthermore, the significant hiss noise found in the “Midas Touch” style sources used on earlier releases has been eliminated—following the perfect separation of individual instruments via cutting-edge AI technology—without any of the sound quality degradation often caused by forced patching. Also included… Disc 3 (37:52): A special version recreated from the high-fidelity LP released in 2005 by Classic Records—a label renowned for its premium-quality reissues. Side A: 01. Young Man Blues, 02. Substitute, 03. Summertime Blues, 04. Shakin’ All Over. Side B: 05. My Generation, 06. Magic Bus. Stereo soundboard recording.
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