CREAM - PSYCHEDELIC CIRCUS - Madison Square Garden New York City, NY - 11/02/1968

 Cream
1968-11-02
Madison Square Garden
New York City, NY

01. Introduction
02. White Room
03. Politician
04. Wheels of Fire platinum award
05. I'm So Glad
06. Sunshine Of Your Love
07. Crossroads
8. Train Time
09. Toad
10. Spoonful

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MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA - University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, WI - 03/20/1973

Mahavishnu Orchestra
March 20, 1973
University of Wisconsin
Oshkosh, WI


01. Birds Of Fire 11:26
02. Open Country Joy 8:55
03. The Dance Of Maya 16:25
04. Dawn 18:08
05. One Word 19:46
06. Sanctuary 7:08
07. Vital Transformation 6:26


Billy Cobham - drums
Jerry Goodman - violin
Jan Hammer - keyboards
Rick Laird - bass
John McLaughlin - guitar

The initial classic lineup of the  lasted less than three years and only released two studio albums and one live recording during this era, but these recordings had a profound effect, redefining the jazz/rock fusion movement. Combining the improvisational elements of jazz with the volume and energy of rock music, the group created music that was often intricate and complex, performed by musicians whose virtuosity thrilled audiences, musicians and critics alike. By early 1973, the Mahavishnu Orchestra had firmly established their reputation. With little over a year of live performances behind them, they had become one of the most exciting bands on the planet. This performance occurred a few months after the release of their highly acclaimed second album, Birds Of Fire.

Recorded on the campus of the University of Wisconsin, this set features choice selections from that album, as well as from their debut album, The Inner Mounting Flame. Now an established headliner, the Mahavishnu Orchestra had more time onstage and they seized that opportunity to explore in greater depth. This set captures the group as they were diversifying the onstage repertoire and extending their improvisational approach.

The performance begins with the pairing of the new album's title track with "Open Country Joy." While both remain aligned with the arrangements on the Birds Of Fire album, here they feature extended solos, often explosive and pummeling in their ferocity. In the unusual time signature of 18/8, the interwoven nature of the Birds Of Fire makes for a thrilling and intense experience. "Open Country Joy," a strutting, gradually intensifying urban blues is perhaps the least complex composition the classic lineup ever played, vacillating between a laidback county feel and frenzied rocking power.

One of the band's most popular first album tracks, "The Dance Of Maya," follows and it too gets a highly expanded treatment. This piece features an infectious rhythmic pattern that compliments the melodic line. Once the initial sequence has been established, the band suddenly shifts focus, with Cobham playing a bluesy 10/8 drum pattern. Many subtle changes occur during the extended exploration to follow and despite its imposing length, this is one of the most intriguing and accessible pieces for newcomers to the band.

Providing some musical contrast within this set, they next perform "Dawn," which begins contemplatively. This is another fine example of the improvisational extremes the band was now embracing as they explore possibilities one could barely imagine from the relatively short studio recording. This vacillates between the majestic melodic theme, which they periodically reinstate, with adventurous flights into new territory interspersed between. These are most thrilling, especially the second half of the composition, where they introduce mind boggling stops and starts that are nothing short of telepathic and a ferocious call and response speed jam between violin, guitar, and synthesizer.

The "One Word" to follow is a staggering performance. Beginning with a haunting sequence that gives way to a relatively straightforward jam, McLaughlin, Goodman, and Hammer trade a seemingly endless barrage of solos. Billy Cobham gets a showcase in the middle, beginning smoothly and continuously escalating in both speed and dynamics, preparing one for the explosive second half of the piece. When the group launches back in, playing in 13/8 time, continually increasing in speed, McLaughlin, Goodman, and Hammer all blaze away. Beneath all this, Laird and Cobham anchor things, while contributing to the overall searing effect.

After all the furious intensity, "Sanctuary" provides some tranquility to the proceedings. Hauntingly beautiful and taken at an extremely slow tempo in 9/4, Hammer's introspective synthesizer solo weeps while Goodman's wailing violin compliments McLaughlin's guitar. Cobham and Laird establish the perfect relaxed rhythmic groove that further accentuates the contemplative mode, with a gentle serenading foundation.

An incomplete, but explosive "Vital Transformation" renews the intensity level to close the show. In 9/8 time, this composition is another thrilling hyper-drive performance. This music burns with an intensity few groups have ever matched in live performance. These musicians were clearly challenging themselves to push the envelope, with constantly surprising and utterly compelling results.

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MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA - University Of Toledo, Toledo, OH - 02/15/1973

1973-02-15 - University Of Toledo, Toledo, OH

Billy Cobham - drums
Jerry Goodman - violin
Jan Hammer - keyboards
Rick Laird - bass
John McLaughlin - guitar

Many of the musicians orbiting Miles Davis during his early explorations into electric instrumentation inevitably were inspired to form bands of their own. Few were as adept or influential as The Mahavishnu Orchestra, a globally diverse group that included guitarist John McLaughlin and drummer Billy Cobham, both alumni of Miles Davis sessions. Combining the improvisational elements of jazz with the volume and energy of rock music, the group also brought elements of Far Eastern, R&B, blues and classical music to the table. The music they created was often intricate and complex, performed by musicians whose virtuosity thrilled audiences, musicians and critics alike. They were equally adept at dense, aggressive flights of feverish intensity as they were at creating moments of passionate spiritual contemplation. This diversity and technical ability dazzled audiences the world over and helped to expose jazz and world music to a younger audience. The initial "classic" lineup of the group only lasted a little over two years and released just two albums and one live recording during this era, but these recordings had a profound effect, virtually defining the jazz/rock fusion movement.

In January of 1973 The Mahavishnu Orchestra released their second album, Birds Of Fire. Like the group's debut album, all the tracks were John McLaughlin compositions. The album retained its predecessor's blistering intensity, but also expanded the musical palette of the group, exploring a wider range of textures and dynamics. The North American tour that directly followed this release arguably contained the original MO lineup's greatest moments onstage, when the group's musical focus and cohesiveness was reaching its peak and the competitive nature of these musicians hadn't yet created personal rifts within the group. Recorded on the campus of The University of Toledo, Ohio, this recording is another example of the band's high energy and fluid virtuosity.

Despite being incomplete, this recording captures Mahavishnu Orchestra sizzling with energy throughout. It begins with the group well into the staggering intensity of "One Word," a centerpiece composition from the new Birds Of Fire album. The recording begins approximately six minutes into the composition's performance as McLaughlin, Goodman and Hammer are developing a three-way call and response that becomes more intense with every round. Beneath this barrage, Laird and Cobham anchor things, while contributing to the overall searing effect. Approximately two minutes in, following this barrage of front line solos, Billy Cobham takes an extended solo, beginning smoothly and continuously escalating in both speed and dynamics, preparing one for the composition's dizzying conclusion.

One of the bands most popular first album tracks, "The Dance Of Maya," follows. This piece features an infectious rhythmic pattern that compliments the melodic line. Once the initial sequence has been established, the band suddenly shifts the instrumental focus, with Cobham playing a bluesy 10/8 drum pattern. There are many moments of brilliance here and many subtle changes occur during the extended exploration to follow. Despite its imposing length, the improvisations remain fluid and focused, never veering off into meandering jamming. One of the most fascinating sequences occurs following the initial theme, when the rhythm section drops out completely, leaving the front line musicians remaining. The interaction between Goodman's pizzicato violin and Hammer's electric piano is full of a humor and playfulness. Cobham and Laird eventually join back in and after a few surprising stop/starts to jolt the audience, they launch into an infectious jam with Jerry Goodman as the primary pilot. Equal parts blues and funk, this is an extraordinary sequence. Another highlight of this piece occurs when McLaughlin eventually rips into a sizzling solo with Billy Cobham in tow. The unison playing here is equal parts thrilling and confounding. At times one can sense McLaughlin and Cobham toying with each other, just to see what the other will do and one would be hard pressed to find a more impressive display of musical telepathy.


01. One Word (Incomplete) 10:28
02. The Dance Of Maya (16:38)

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MAHAVISHNU ORCHESTRA - Woolsey Hall New Haven, CT - 01/19/1973

Mahavishnu Orchestra
January 19, 1973
Woolsey Hall
New Haven, CT


01. Birds Of Fire (12:33)
02. Open Country Joy (9:34)
03. The Dance Of Maya (19:37)
04. Sanctuary (7:10)
05. One Word (19:03)
06. Resolution (3:24)
07. Hope (1:46)
08. Awakening (13:23)
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THE DOORS - GO INSANE

The Doors Go Insane
Title: Go Insane.
Label: Oil Well Records.
Catalog#: RSC 042 CD .
Venue: Los Angeles , 12/22/67.
Recording: Soundboard.

Tracklist:
1 - Alabama song
2 - Back door man
3 - Five to one
4 - I can't see your face in my mind
5 - People are strange
6 - Money
7 - Who do you love
8 - Summer's almost gone
9 - I'm a king bee
10 - Gloria
11 - Summertime
12 - Close to you
13 - Rock me baby
14 - Do it (cover says Let it Bleed)
15 - The hill dwellers
16 - Summertime (cover says No Limits No Laws)
17 - Someday soon
18 - Insane (cover says Go Insane).

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PHISH - Alpine Valley East Troy, WI - 7/01/2012

Set 1: Soul Shakedown Party, Lonesome Cowboy Bill, Vultures, Gotta Jibboo, Dirt, A Song I Heard the Ocean Sing, Access Me, Meat, Frankenstein, Fee, Maze, The Squirming Coil
Set 2: Crosseyed and Painless > No Quarter > Light > Ghost -> Back on the Train > Farmhouse, 46 Days, Heavy Things, Joy, Julius
Encore: Meatstick
Notes: Soul Shakedown Party was preceded by a Chalk Dust Torture Reprise tease from Trey. Frankenstein featured Page on keytar and Fee featured Trey on the megaphone. Ghost contained Crosseyed and Painless quotes. Meatstick included Japanese lyrics and fans dancing on stage.
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THE BEATLES - Budokan Hall Tokyo, Japan - 06/20/1966

The Beatles
1996-06-20
Budokan Hall
Tokyo, Japan
Soundboard Recording
320 kbps
Artwork Included

01. Rock And Roll Music
02. She’s A Woman
03. If I Needed Someone
04. Day Tripper
05. Baby’s in Black
06. I Feel Fine
07. Yesterday
08. I Wanna Be Your Man
09. Nowhere Man
10. Paperback Writer
11. I’m Down

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WIDESPREAD PANIC - The Palace Theatre Louisville, KY - 05/07/97

Widespread Panic
05/07/97
The Palace Theatre
Louisville, KY


Disc: I

01. Galleon >
02. Fishwater
03. Wondering
04. Barstools and Dreamers >
05. Thank You Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin >
06. Barstools and Dreamers
07. B of D
08. Blackout Blues
09. Hatfield
10. Let's Get The Show On The Road
11. Radio Child

Disc: II

01. Bowlegged Woman
02. Ain't Life Grand
03. Walk On
04. Can't Get High
05. Airplane >
06. Party At Your Mama's House >
07. I Walk On Guilded Splinters >
08. Drums >

Disc: III

01. Papa's Home >
02. Love Tractor
03. Help Me Somebody >
04. Makes Sense To Me

Notes:
[First 'Party At Your Mama's House'; 'Highway To Heaven' rap by JB during 'Bowlegged Woman']

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UMPHREY'S MCGEE - Bank Of America Pavilion, Boston, MA - 06/30/2012

 UMPHREY'S MCGEE 6/30/12 Bank Of America Pavilion, Boston, MA



DISC ONE
SET ONE
There's No Crying In Mexico
(4:42)
40's Theme
(10:03)
Miami Virtue
(12:45)
Booth Love
(11:50)
Crucial Taunt
(5:07)
Resolution
(15:49)
2x2
(15:33)
DISC TWO
Live and Let Die
(6:05)
Rocker Part 2
(13:01)
Comma Later
(7:07)
Miss Tinkle's Overture
(11:40)
ENCORE
Puppet String
(7:33)
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UMPHREY'S MCGEE - Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Richmond, VA - 06/28/2012

UMPHREY'S MCGEE 6/28/12 Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, Richmond, VA


DISC ONE
SET ONE
Cummin's Lies
(5:06)
Red Tape
(18:10)
Nemo
(10:28)
Alex's House
(9:49)
Room To Breathe
(7:04)
In The Kitchen
(14:18)
Partyin' Peeps
(6:09)
DISC TWO
SET TWO
Nothing Too Fancy
(11:23)
The Bottom Half
(13:23)
The Linear
(13:24)
Africa
(5:40)
August
(11:41)
Visions
(8:04)
Plunger
(8:33)
DISC THREE
ENCORE
Uncommon
(2:44)
Baba O'Riley
(5:46)

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