The Legendary Live Tapes 1978-1981 by Weather Report (CD, 2015)

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Get ready to experience the ultimate live concert atmosphere with the Legendary Live Tapes 1978-1981 box set by Weather Report. This four-CD set features the band's most iconic performances from their early years, all remastered for ultimate sound quality. With a compilation of live recordings from the era, this set is perfect for any jazz music lover. The box set includes a total of four CDs, all housed in a sleek digipak case. The CDs themselves are in mint condition, with no scratches or scuffs. The set includes all original artwork and inlay materials, also in mint condition. This is a must-have for any Weather Report fan or jazz music collector.

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Record LabelSony Legacy, Snyl
UPC0888751412729
eBay Product ID (ePID)9046063610

Product Key Features

Release Year2015
FormatCD
GenreJazz
ArtistWeather Report
Release TitleThe Legendary Live Tapes 1978-1981

Dimensions

Item Height0.51 in
Item Weight0.39 lb
Item Length6.14 in
Item Width5.58 in

Additional Product Features

Number of Discs4
Number of Tracks28
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Tracks1.1 8:30 (Live) Weather Report 2:19 1.2 Sightseeing (Live) Weather Report 7:34 1.3 Brown Street (Live) Weather Report 11:17 1.4 The Orphan (Live) Weather Report 1:51 1.5 Forlorn (Live) Weather Report 4:11 1.6 Three Views of a Secret (Live) Weather Report 7:33 1.7 Medley: Badia / Boogie Woogie Waltz; Badia\ Boodie Woogie Waltz (Live) Weather Report 10:58 1.8 Wayne Solo (Live) Weather Report 7:34 1.9 Jaco Solo (Osaka 1980) (Live) Weather Report 7:59 2.1 Joe and Wayne Duet (Tokyo 1978) (Live) Weather Report 8:40 2.2 Birdland (Live) Weather Report 6:18 2.3 Peter's Solo (Live) Weather Report 4:43 2.4 A Remark You Made (Live) Weather Report 7:34 2.5 Continuum / River People; Continuum\ River People (Live) Weather Report 12:22 2.6 Gibraltar (Live) Weather Report 21:08 3.1 Fast City (Live) Weather Report 8:38 3.2 Madagascar (Live) Weather Report 17:44 3.3 Night Passage (Live) Weather Report 10:07 3.4 Dream Clock (Live) Weather Report 9:37 3.5 Rockin' in Rhythm (Live) Weather Report 4:21 3.6 Port of Entry (Live) Weather Report 12:35 4.1 Elegant People (Live) Weather Report 9:18 4.2 Scarlet Woman (Live) Weather Report 11:53 4.3 Black Market (Live) Weather Report 13:14 4.4 Jaco Solo (Osaka 1978) (Live) Weather Report 8:19 4.5 Teen Town (Live) Weather Report 8:59 4.6 Peter's Drum Solo (Osaka 1978) (Live) Weather Report 3:59 4.7 Directions (Live) Weather Report 6:50
NotesFour CD set. Weather Report's The Legendary Live Tapes features sensational unreleased performances all "completely, totally, unapologetically and insanely live" recorded by the legendary jazz group from 1978 to 1981. Formed by onetime Miles Davis sidemen Joe Zawinul and Wayne Shorter in 1970, Weather Report defied categorization in the 15 years they recorded together. Inspired by their "electric" collaborations with Davis, Zawinul and Shorter would lead Weather Report into unpredictable territory, from free-jazz to structured but sprawling multicultural jazz-rock. The dramatic addition of electric bass virtuoso Jaco Pastorius to the lineup in 1976 led to an even more energetic and daring Weather Report, who would even score a crossover hit in 1977 with "Birdland." A year later, drummer Peter Erskine joined the fold, creating one of the band's most notable lineups; that lineup would expand to a quintet with the addition of percussionist Bobby Thomas, Jr. In 1980. These two lineups, responsible for some of Weather Report's most important moments, are chronicled in this four-disc set, sourced from never-before-heard soundboard tapes recorded by longtime live mixing engineer Brian Risner. Produced by Erskine and executive produced by Joe Zawinul's son Anthony, this package uniquely showcases Weather Report's extensive prowess as a band, opting not to replicate the ebb and flow of a standard Weather Report set at the time, instead offering a uniquely curated experience that captures the dazzling directions the group took at the arguable height of their powers.

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  • Good Sound, Great Performances

    This 4 disc live anthology captures the quartet and quintet lineups of Weather Report during the 1978-1980 tours (Zawinul, Shorter, Pastorius, Erskine + Thomas Jr.) The set includes live versions of the entire Night Passage album and the studio tracks from 8:30. Two Pastorius solos and the 21-minute Gibraltar are worth the price of admission alone. The sound quality is surprisingly good for previously unknown recordings, ranging from very good to excellent. Detailed liner notes from Peter Erskine describe the origins of the recordings. The only issue with the set is the flimsy packaging. Overall, a great set and a necessary addition to any Weather Report fan's collection

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  • Great collection.

    Excellent Weather Report live records from various years. Highly recommended.

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  • Best Weather Report Live

    This is a 4 CD of Live Concerts of the Jazz Fusion Group Weather Report. This is a fantastic collection of historic concerts. I would highly recommend!

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  • Excellent!

    This is my favorite Weather Report lineup! The sound quality is very good. I highly recommend this cd set!

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  • Historic Session

    A great time in Jazz, caught on tape! Totally awesome.

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  • Weather Report legendary live tapes 1978 1981

    Very good

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  • Weather Report Live

    Good CDs but kinda scratched

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  • Love the Weather😉

    One of my favorite all time shows was seeing the band in mid 80's. Powerful, mind bending ear candy stuff! Great selection from many sources makes this a great add to my Weather Report collection.

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