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Bought this album when it was first released. You were never cheated at a Humble Pie show; they just kept on driving. Still listen to it. Simply one of the greatest live rock albums from one of the greatest live bands. Saw them a bunch of times.
I don't know about the sound quality on the other versions of this CD but this was and is still one of the great live albums of all times. I was lucky enough to find the Japanese 2007 release of this CD at Monshine Imports and it does sound fantastic. Humble Pie was one the best concerts I ever saw. And I'm comparing them to Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Neil Young, Allman Brothers and many other concerts I saw back in the old days.
The U.S. Spend the extra money for this Rock classic, the quality speaks for its self.
Two stars for the US and 2006 Japan release - 5 STARS for the 2007 24-bit Japan Mini-Sleeve Remaster. The 2007 version is out of print, but the search for a used copy is worth the effort.
There is only one version of this gem that is truly worth the listen. However, the 2007 Japan remaster is greatly improved - a lot more dynamic range - sounds fresh for a 30+ year old live recording.
Yes It's that GOOD. And that version is the the 2007 24-bit Japan Mini-Sleeve Remaster.
release sound quality sucks and the 2006 Japan release is no better.
I must admit, I became a Pie fan when I bought Thunderbox (OK, maybe it WAS for the cover,) but ever since I am coninually amazed by these guys energy and ability. This live album really captures the energy of the group and the 9 minute I Dont Need No Doctor makes my skin crawl.
Never mind Steve, you became a MONSTER with this amazing performance that night. Marriot once said he would never play Itchycoo Park live (he was with small faces you know), and to my knowlege he never did.
It was almost 40 years ago and this album still stands. This is a MUST for any hard rock or music historian for that matter.
Thanks for the memories. 1971 was a magical year for so much good music.
Sad that Frampton was only there for a couple of years but Marriot is a gem not only as a songwriter but his unique voice and guitar slinging carry the day.
I have made better sounding CD's on my Linux computer than this.Whoever mastered this CD needs to change jobs, I'm even considering re-mastering my copy it's that poor.So buy it for the bands sake and play it on something cheap and cheerful.CheersFrank I had this album years ago and played it into destruction.It was a good live sounding album.The CD sound is as limp as it can get.
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