Yes/OH, USA 1978 Upgrade

“TORMATO TOUR” celebrated its 10th anniversary and summed up the golden 70s. The soundboard album representing the first half is now available in the highest quality. The representative sound board was recorded at “Litchfield performance on September 19, 1978.” This show is broadcast on FM, and soundboard recording has produced many masterpieces since ancient times, and it is a classic that has been loved by enthusiasts. This work is one that updates the highest peak of such a famous sound board. Of course, the biggest point is quality, but first of all is the position of the show. Let’s take a look at the overall picture of “TORMATO TOUR 1978-1979″, which celebrated the 10th anniversary of the band’s formation. ●1978・August 28th-October 8th: North America #1 (37 performances)←★Here★《“TORMATO” released on September 26th》》・October 24th-28th: ​​UK (6 performances)● 1 April 9th ​​- May 8th, 1979: North America #2 (27 performances) May 24th – June 30th: North America #3 (32 performances) This is the summary of the world tour that was the last shine of the 1970s. . This tour is familiar with the official work “LIVE IN PHILADELPHIA” and the masterpiece “WEMBLEY 1978 FINAL NIGHT”, but this work is earlier than any of them. “WEMBLEY 1978 FINAL NIGHT” is the “British” leg, and “LIVE IN PHILADELPHIA” is the final “North American #3” record. On the other hand, the Litchfield performance of this work was the 20th concert of “North America #1” at the beginning of the tour. As mentioned above, there are many previous episodes of this show, but among them, “CLOSE ENCOUNTERS” has been considered the best so far. This is a new master that was discovered over 10 years ago, and not only is the sound fresh, but it also includes “On The Silent Wings Of Freedom”, which was cut from the previous release. There was a gap of about 1 minute and 20 seconds in “Heart Of The Sunrise”, but that was also compensated for with another master, and the full show was seamlessly recorded. It delivered the shock of a complete live album. Specialized magazines at the time said, “I can finally listen to the entire concert,” “The quality is amazing for a recording of this period,” “The mix is ​​well balanced, and everything from low to high frequencies comes out clearly. It may be the best.” It was highly praised. Due to its impact, it was sold out and discontinued after being extremely popular. It has been difficult to obtain for a long time. This work is a definitive edition that has re-digitized the master of “CLOSE ENCOUNTERS” and has further been brushed up with the latest remaster. The upgrade is eye-opening. It was the highest ever since “CLOSE ENCOUNTERS”, but this work is even clearer. Of course, we are not trying to increase the sound pressure in any way. Each range, which had been a bit muddy, was neatly organized and the outlines of each instrument were brought out. As a result, even bass and bass drums that used to sound lumpy can now be clearly separated, and the range has expanded. Furthermore, the master was recorded with slightly different sounds on each side of the tape, but this work has a sense of unity throughout the entire story. As a matter of fact, this broadcast is characterized by a rough direct connection rather than a precise mix from the beginning. For that reason, this polished work has a slightly different nuance from the “just like official” one, but that is why the synchronization with the performance is amazing. A spacey feeling with a flanger-laced bass, and Jon Anderson’s singing voice that creates a floating feeling on “Awaken”… I get the feeling that all the notes from all the instruments are being flown directly through my eardrums and into my brain, but the most overwhelming thing is the keyboards of Steve Howe and Rick Wakeman. The dancing feats are extremely clear from corner to corner. Not only the brilliant solos, but everything from the nuances of a single phrase to the slight effects will jump into your mind. Guitar effects and dynamic pans that intertwine with the bass to create a spacey feel. On the contrary, Rick performs “Henry VIII” with no echo at all in the solo part, and you can clearly see the small touches of fingering. All of them are 123 minutes in which you keep discovering, “Is this the way you played the backing?” without even having to listen closely and unravel the complex ensemble. Speaking of “TORMATO TOUR”, it is a final blow to “WEMBLEY 1978 FINAL NIGHT”, but that famous album is, so to speak, an official substitute. It was a live album that mastered the beauty of a piece of music. On the other hand, this work is a (slightly) unusual masterpiece. Rather than the well-honed beauty of symmetry, the thrill and virtuosity of live performance is extracted and brought right in front of your eyes. Rather than being at the mercy of the beautiful world, it is an intense stereo soundboard album that powerfully draws you in. “TORMATO TOUR” was a summary of the 70s. This is an ensemble album whose lively early performance will sink into your brain. Live at Richfield Coliseum, Richfield, Ohio, USA 19th September 1978 STEREO SBD(UPGRADE) Disc 1(68:29) 1. Young Persons Guide To The Orchestra 2. Siberian Khatru 3. Heart Of The Sunrise 4. Future Times/Rejoice 5 . Circus Of Heaven 6. Time And A Word 7. Long Distance Runaround 8. Survival/The Fish 9. Perpetual Change 10. Soon 11. Don’t Kill The Whale 12. Madrigal 13. Clap Disc 2(54:36) 1. Starship Trooper 2. On The Silent Wings Of Freedom 3. Wakeman Solo 4. Awaken 5. I’ve Seen All Good People 6. Roundabout STEREO SOUNDBOARD RECORDING Jon Anderson – Vocals Steve Howe – Guitars Chris Squire – Bass Rick Wakeman – Keyboards Alan White – Drums