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A Trip With The Beatles - Ultra Rare Trax Volume's One and Two

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Ultra Rare Trax Volumes One and Two may well have been the first two Beatles boot CD's released in Europe. They had previously been on vinyl and allegedly originates from master tapes "borrowed" from Abbey Road, which obviously upset some EMI exec's. Released by prolific bootleggers Swinging Pig records on CD and made in Luxembourg, they were certainly in circulation by 1988. These are a selection of studio outtakes, and similar to material released on the official Anthology series. They are another piece of Beatles history, and make fascinating listening. Volume One track list is: 1. I Saw Her Standing There (take two) 2. One After 909 (take two) 3. She's A Women (take two) 4. I'm Looking Through You (take one) 5. If You've Got Trouble (take one) 6. How Do I Do It (take two) 7. Penny Lane (take nine) 8. Strawberry Fields Forever (take 26) 9. From Me To You (take two) 10. Besame Mucho (1962 Pete Best on drums) 11. The Fool On The Hill (demo take one) 12. P

Whats Up Doc? - The Third One

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Welcome to the third ' whats up doc ' musical round up. Picking out some current and earlier albums from the year, that have the full attention of the Beehive! First of all a band I am somewhat overdue featuring, The White Stripes . Jack and Meg's latest offering 'Icky Thump' released back in June, is still a 'regular play' of mine, if your a fan you will have a copy, for those uncertain check out the following couple of tracks from the album. Links Removed - MP3 Policy. 03. The White Stripes - 300 M.P.H. Torrential Outpour Blues.mp3 09. The White Stripes - Rag And Bone.mp3 Album details HERE . Robert Plant and Alison Krauss new album 'Raising Sand' has had mixed reviews, everything from album of the month to disappointing. I personally quite like it, and if you like either musicians solo work, it is well worth checking out. 02. Robert Plant and Alison Krauss - Killing The Blues 05. Robert Plant and Alison Krauss - Gone Gone Gone Album details HER

Lucinda Williams - New York City - 2003

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You may have gathered from comments elsewhere on this blog, that I am a fan of Lucinda Williams music. I was therefore delighted when I first heard this concert, I will spare you the gushing superlatives, and just say it compliments the official release 'Live at The Fillmore' recorded later the same year. This was the first part of the press release, regarding the following show. 'Bono has been confirmed to host the debut of the new, nationally syndicated Lost Highway Radio Show, which is scheduled to air in late August. The Lost Highway Radio Show will feature one artist per each hour-long program, recorded live in concert. The kickoff program will feature a special 90-minute concert from Lucinda Williams, recorded at New York's Bowery Ballroom on May 27, 2003 '. It is an excellent concert! Set List: 1-Car Wheels on a Gravel Road 2-Fruits of My Labor 3-Those Three Days 4-Blue 5-Still I Long For Your Kiss 6-Ventura 7-Something About What Happen

Bob Marley - The Final Concert

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I did not realise just how long ago Bob Marley passed away, until preparing this piece. Probably because some of his music is still often heard playing, either on the radio or TV, and the fact that time does indeed seem to fly by ever faster, whatever the case, sadly aged just 36, he passed on in 1981. Bob Marley played his final concert at the Stanley Theater in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA, on September 23rd, 1980. The live version of 'Redemption Song' on 'Songs of Freedom' was recorded at this show. Afterwards he sought medical help from Munich specialist Josef Issels however sadly his illness was beyond cure at this stage. Songs performed are as follows: 01. Natural Mystic 02. Positive Vibration 03. Burnin' & Lootin' 04. Them Belly Full (But We Hungry) 05. The Heathen 06. Running Away 07. Crazy Baldhead 08. War No More Trouble 09. Zimbabwe 10. Zion Train 11. No Woman No Cry 12. Jammin' 13. Exodus 14. Redemption Song 15. Comin

Kate and Anna McGarrigle - Rochester, NY, USA - 1984

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Kate and Anna McGarrigle were singers, musicians and songwriters with a well earned international reputation. They have performed to critical and popular acclaim throughout North America, Europe and the Far East. Their albums have earned 'record of the year status and awards' from the likes of Melody Maker, Stereo Review, the New York Times along with many others. And songs they have composed have been widely recorded by other artists, including Maria Muldaur, Linda Ronstadt, Judy Collins, Emmylou Harris, Billy Bragg, and Nana Mouskouri. Ever since I first heard them some thirty two years ago, I have been an unashamed fan, and I guess I can blame them in part, for my love of music sung in French. This is a concert recorded live at Red Creek Cabaret, Rochester, NY, USA, in June 1984. Both Linda Ronstadt, and Maria Muldaur guested on some of the songs. Set List: As Fast As My Little Feet Can Carry Me Complainte Pour Ste. Catherine Nacl The Work Song * Heart L

Eric Clapton - Hartford, Connecticut - Live 1985

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This is Eric Clapton during the first leg of his 1985 Behind the Sun - North American Tour. During the mid 1980's, Eric Clapton recorded two albums produced by Phil Collins, and spent much of that period touring. Having overcome his addictions, his performances were fresh and energised, as this concert demonstrates. The concert was recorded at the Civic Center, Hartford, Connecticut (United States) on the 1st May 1985. Set List: Tulsa time Motherless children I shot the sheriff Same old blues Blues power Tangled in love She's Waiting Wonderful tonight Lay down Sally Badge Let it rain Cocaine Forever Man Layla Band line up: Eric Clapton - Guitar, Vocals Donald 'Duck' Dunn - Bass Tim Renwick - Guitar Chris Stainton - Keyboards Jamie Oldaker - Drums Marcy Levy - Backing Vocals Shaun Murphy - Backing Vocals This is a good quality stereo recording - not sure of the source, some editing suggests FM radio. Reloaded - 09/June/2015 - Link i

Hole - Live In New Orleans - 1994

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Courtney Love may be the stuff of celebrity and show business gossip these days, she certainly seems to have found her own personal 'self destruct' switch, and flicked it a few times. All of which can easily overshadow the fact that with the band Hole , she recorded some good alternative rock songs along the way, some even Grammy award nominated. Live Hole were more than capable of being the 'grunge' act, however their 'rough' and sometimes 'edgy' sound, was more than complemented by some tight and professional musicianship. In June 1994 just four months before this recording, Hole appeared at the Reading Festival in England. Legendary British DJ John Peel wrote the following about that particular day: "Courtney's first appearance backstage certainly caught the attention. Swaying wildly and with lipstick smeared on her face, hands and, I think, her back, as well as on the collar of her dress, the singer would have drawn whistles of astonishment

Rod Stewart - Live In Glasgow - 1983

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This is Rod Stewart live at The Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, Scotland recorded on June 18th 1983. Ibrox Stadium is home to Rangers Football Club (FC), Rod is a supporter of their bitter rivals Celtic FC, however his popularity in Scotland ensured he was well received at this venue. Rod has been an ambassador of the Scottish (national) Football Team down the years, and not surprisingly has played the game regularly himself, and is known to kick footballs into the audience at concerts. This is from his Body Wishes tour, and is limited to an FM broadcast of the show, featuring the opening two numbers, and the latter part of the concert. Set List: 1. Tonight I'm Yours 2. Sweet Little Rock n Roller 3. Dancin' Alone 4. Tonight's The Night 5. Passion 6. She Won't Dance With Me/Little Queenie 7. Sweet Surrender 8. I Don't Want To Talk About It 9. You're In My Heart 10. Maggie May 11. Sailing Sound Quality: Very good FM stereo. Some Rod Stewart and T

Bootleg Originals Part Six - Janis Joplin - Honolulu 1970

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This is Janis Joplin live in Honolulu, USA, on the 6th July 1970. Sadly she would only perform nine further concerts after this, and died aged 27 on the 4th October 1970. She was with out doubt, one of the most popular and influential singers of the sixties and is considered to be one of the greatest female rockers of all time. This is a complete & unedited concert by Janis Joplin with Full Tilt Boogie, recorded through the soundboard (stereo quality @ 160kbs). Janis is in incredible form, her interaction with the audience and the whole concert is just wonderful. This is in my opinion an absolute must for any fan, and even those of you, with just a passing interest. Set List: 1-Tell Mama. 2-Half Moon. 3-Move Over. 4-Stage Problems. 5-Maybe. 6-Summertime. 7-Janis Banter. 8-Get It While You Can. 9-Kozmic Blues. 10-Encore Break. 11-Piece of My Heart. Much has been written about Janis Joplin since her passing, however her music remains as vibrant and timeless