Van Halen/Canada 1984 & more

The original VAN HALEN’s 1984 TOUR was a peak that everyone wanted to experience. The release of the only superb video that will fulfill that wish has been decided. This work contains the “April 19, 1984 Montreal performance”. It is a masterpiece audience shot that contains the entire show in the best quality. First of all, let’s check the position of the show from the overall picture of the tour, which was the ultimate tour but had no sound board or professional shots. 《January 9th release of “1984”》”1984 TOUR” ・January 18th-February 23rd: North America #1 (25 performances) ・March 7th-April 6th: North America #2 (22 performances) ・April 14th-May 21st: North America #3 (23 performances) ←★Here★ ・June 2nd-July 16th: North America #4 (30 performances) “MONSTERS OF ROCK TOUR 1984” ・August 18th-September 7th: Europe (7 performances) This is the whole picture of the miracle tour. Although they have also extended their legs to Europe, they have mostly only toured North America. The Montreal performance of this work was the third concert of “North America #3”. This work, which contains such a show, is a famous video that can be said to be a symbol of the extremely valuable “1984 TOUR”. What is most wonderful is the intense quality, even if you ignore the rarity. The angle is slightly down from the second floor seats facing the center of the stage, but the shadow of the front row does not enter the field of view, perhaps because it is the front row. Even if you look over the entire stage, even if you zoom in on each person, it is a special seat field of view where nothing but the original VH is visible. On top of that, the sense of stability is abnormal. Perhaps the handrail is used as a tripod, but even if you zoom in thoroughly on Diamond Dave running around the stage, there is no camera shake. The screen is as crisp as if the latest digital equipment’s anti-shake function is working. What is even more surprising is the freshness of the master. This is already insanely beautiful. It must have been digitized directly from the original master. Without a doubt. Although there is an analog warmth because of the long distance, there are no dubbing marks or aging deterioration, and there is no white line noise or even tape running twist. The color is terribly vivid, but natural without a sense of digital correction. When the dazzling lighting shines, the light beam runs through the venue, but even that is as vivid as if you are seeing it with the naked eye. Today, if you fly back to 1984 in a time machine, you will surely see the same scene… Such is the beauty of the image. Furthermore, the sound is wonderful, and there is no obstruction and the clarity is as good as the scene. Although there is a huge cheer at the peak (really amazing…), there is no voice close by, and only the super-huge spectacle can be deliciously enjoyed. And no matter how loud the cheers swell, the performance and singing voices with their bold and vivid details dominate. The quality of the sound changes in places, so it is not suitable for a live album, but it is more than enough quality as a video. Speaking of 1984, it was an era when video cameras were just starting to become popular, but it is a tremendous image that embodies the ideal of audience shooting. The gorgeousness of the “1984 TOUR” depicted with that quality… The luxurious set that is the essence of the original VH is also wonderful, but it “moves”… The triangle that the Van Halen brothers and Michael make on the huge Montreal Forum stage is cool, and Dave, who runs wild in all directions, shines brightly between them. Running left and right, jumping, climbing the drum riser. They make full use of every corner of the huge stage to excite the audience, and each movement is agile and impressive. The sword fighting in “Keyboard Solo” is also sharp. It is truly a “diamond”. Of course, the other three are also flashy. Eddie also performs a number of virtuoso moves while taking light steps to match Dave, and Michael also takes the lead role in a solo time that torments the bass. The rumbling bass sound is clear even to the vibe that shakes the floor, and the singing voice that entangles Dave is wonderfully clear. There was about a week off just before “North America #3”, and this is the third performance after the resumption. While healing their fatigue, the ensemble’s playing is in top form, with the feeling of the band still strong. In addition to this superb footage, this work also includes three valuable radio broadcasts as bonus content. The main focus is on interviews, but you can enjoy two programs of 89 minutes of live voices from 1984 and a 25-minute special program for the 25th anniversary of “1984”. This is the ultimate American HR. The legendary four reached this point, and it was only possible for them to reach it. The set, the performance, the performance, and the enthusiasm. The “1984 TOUR” was a super-powerful scale that was out of the ordinary. This is a blissful piece that allows you to experience the whole story in the finest quality. A masterpiece of cultural heritage class that will make any pro shot run away barefoot. Live at the Forum, Montreal, Quebec, Canada 19th April 1984 AMAZING SHOT!! Disc 1 1. Intro. 2. Unchained 3. Hot for Teacher 4. Drum Solo 5. On Fire 6. Runnin’ With the Devil 7. Little Guitars 8. Cathedral 9. House of Pain 10. Bass Solo 11. Jamie’s Cryin’ 12. I’ll Wait 13. Keyboard Solo 14. Everybody Wants Some!! 15. Girl Gone Bad Bonus Track(25 minutes) In The Studio15th Anniversary special about the release of the 1984 album broadcast in 1999 Disc 2 1. 1984 2. Jump 3. Guitar Solo 4. Oh, Pretty Woman 5. Panama 6. You Really Got Me 7. Growth 8. Ain’t Talkin’ ‘Bout Love (with Happy Trails) Bonus Tracks Rocklike Interview broadcast 20th February 1984 (44 minutes) BBC Interview broadcast 5th February 1984 (45 minutes) COLOUR NTSC Approx.103min.