| Identifier | 7409203 |
| Created At | Tue May 23 2023 23:54:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) |
| Media Type | flac |
| Media Count | 1 |
| Sound Rating | A |
| Note | This audience recording captures the original Low Spark lineup just prior to the release of the LP. Medicated Goo kicks things off, as the band finds a groove with a straight ahead rendition of this favorite show opener. Light Up features some well crafted guitar by SW. Glad/Freedom Rider finds CW in good form on electric sax, with the Jim Gordon/Reebop/Capaldi rhythm section providing lots of energy. A lovely version of Hidden Treasure, with CW's flute beautifully complimenting SW's acoustic guitar. (Steve introduces the song as a tune about water!) A very good rendering of JBMD, Then on to Grech/Gordon Rock N Roll Stew.This version of the band could rock hard with material like this tune, and seem to really enjoy it. Many a Mile To Freedom is a welcome addition, as this song seems to have been missing from many shows. (Pity, because it's beautifully played here). Low Spark offers a version very true to the LP, although somewhat marred by the fact SW is playing electric piano(fender?) rather than acoustic. However, it still is fascinating to hear the album lineup play this song just weeks after they recorded it, while it was still fresh and new to them. Later versions find a jazzier feel, while this version seems to better capture the mysterious nature of the tune. The show ends with a smoking version of Gimme Some Lovin', far better than on Welcome to the Canteen, everybody lends a hand on percussion and it sounds as if a good time was had by all. Sound quality is good for an audience recording, but fans will want this to hear this short lived lineup on a good night. |
| Source Info | 1st generation cassette > behringer ultra curve pro deq 2496 equalizer > tascam cdrw750 > plex tool professional XL > wav > flac |
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Performance
| Traffic 1971-10-14 Boston Music Hall, Boston, MA | |
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| Set 1 | Medicated Goo Light Up Or Leave Me Alone Glad > Freedom Rider Hidden Treasure John Barleycorn Rock 'N' Roll Stew Many A Mile To Freedom Low Spark Of High Heeled Boys Gimme Some Lovin' |
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