Van Halen/CA, USA 1978

Immediately after his debut, VAN HALEN spread the flames of revolution all over the world. A shocking video that allows you to witness the scene is now available. This work was filmed at “Fresno performance on September 22, 1978.” This is the best audience shot. Some people may be struck by the words “70s” and “Fresno.” EL&P and AEROSMITH’s shocking videos “FRESNO 1977: THE VIDEO” and “FRESNO 1978: THE VIDEO” will be released at the same time, but this work is also the VAN HALEN version of the same collection. Having said that, most people have not experienced either the EL&P version or the AEROSMITH version, so we have to explain it from the beginning. First of all, let’s check the show’s position from the schedule at that time.・January 27th + February 8th: Warm-up [“Flame Fuse” released on February 10th] ・February 18th – April 28th: ​​North America #1 (47 performances) ・May 4th – 12th Sunday: Europe #1 (7 performances) ・May 16th – June 10th: UK (20 performances) ・June 17th – 28th: ​​Japan (9 performances) ・July 1st – September 30th: North America #2 (54 performances) ←★Coco★・October 9-27: Europe #2 (13 performances)・November 3-December 3: North America #3 (24 performances)《December 11 Production of “Legendary Bomber” begins》This is the overall picture of “1978 WORLD TOUR” that shocked the whole world. Europe and Japan were also shaken, but the epicenter of this was in the United States, my home country. The Fresno performance of this work is the 48th concert of “North America #2”, which comes immediately after the legendary first visit to Japan. It was a famous stage where it was said that they were the undercard for BLACK SABBATH and the main act. This work, which records such a show, is nothing short of shocking. It was shot on film before video became popular, but the first thing that shocked me was the length. The default for 8mm film from the 1970s was fragmented footage of about 10 seconds to a minute, and most of it was silent. Although it is historically valuable, it is basically not suitable for casual viewing. However, this work is different. Of course, as is common knowledge, there are some short cuts, but longer ones can last over 5 minutes. Unlike other film footage, you can fully immerse yourself in each song. Moreover, the image quality and camera work are superb. In the first place, film is more beautiful than early VHS, but its advantages are fully exposed. The details are super vivid and extremely beautiful. The state of preservation of the film is excellent, and the beautiful screen continues endlessly without any distortion or noise. What’s even more shocking is the camera work. The photo was taken from the right side of the stage (Michael Anthony’s side), but what is strange is the height of the viewpoint. Judging from the vantage point of being at about the same height as the members on stage, I guess it’s a stand seat, but the distance is too close for that. I don’t know about the zoom function of the latest digital cameras, but I wonder how a film camera from the 1970s could achieve such a field of view… Furthermore, even the sound is top-notch. This show is also known for its famous recordings of the audience, and the sound is so good that even the main act’s BLACK SABBATH edition is unwaveringly rated as the “best masterpiece of the 70’s.” Probably, this work has also remastered and synchronized the sound, and it is an on-and-direct sound that makes the sound board run away barefoot. With such quality, Big V performs the masterpieces of “Flame no Fuse” with more force than the studio work. 23-year-old Diamond Dave goes wild and Eddie’s solo causes a nuclear explosion. There’s no way that sight wasn’t shocking. Of course, it is not a full show recording, and the missing parts of the video are supplemented with still images. There is no doubt that this quality and length overturn conventional wisdom. This is a shocking video that will make you shiver as you are familiar with the recorded history of rock, and even for those who are not, you will be able to see young VAN HALEN’s scorching rock. This is the scene of revolution. This is a piece that speaks more eloquently than a thousand words. Eddie’s guitar solo is so amazing, I’ve never seen it before. Very impressive. Must see! ! ! Live at Selland Arena, Fresno, CA, USA 22nd September 1978 AMAZING SHOT!!!! (25:18) 1. Intro 2. On Fire 3. I’m the One 4. Atomic Punk 5. Drum Solo 6. Feel Your Love Tonight 7. Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love 8. Guitar Solo 9. You Really Got Me 10. Bottoms Up! David Lee Roth – Lead Vocals Eddie Van Halen – Guitars, Vocals Michael Anthony – Bass, Vocals Alex Van Halen – Drums COLOR NTSC Approx.25min.