Reimagined, Remixed & Remastered 1977 Live Album on 3LP!
Originally released in January 1977, Playing the Fool captured Gentle Giant at the peak of their live performance prowess. Now, over 45 years later, the beloved live album has been re-imagined, mixed and mastered, bringing a fresh level of clarity and depth to the Gentle Giant live experience.
Produced by Dan Bornemark, who has worked extensively with the band on archival projects, The Complete Live Experience captures the full scope of the band's artistry as they were meant to be heard, including restored in-between-song commentary, band introductions and authentic venue ambience. It features the complete full original setlist, plus three unreleased tracks "Interview," "Timing" and Ray Shulman's solo violin feature. Available as a triple LP, this release gives fans the ultimate Gentle Giant experience as never before, with stunning clarity and spatial audio that places the listener right in the middle of the show. It's the definitive version of a legendary live performance from one of progressive rock's most unique and influential bands.
Features
- Reimagined, Remixed & Remastered
- Mixed & Produced by Dan Bornemark
- Restored In-Between-Song Commentary
- Complete Full Original Setlist
- 3 Unreleased Tracks
- 3LP
- Double-Sided Poster
- Exclusive Booklet with Photos & New Band Interviews
- Extended Liner Notes by Alan Kinsman
- Obi Strip
- Trifold Jacket
- Made in Czech Republic
Selections
Side One:
- Intro
- Just the Same / Proclamation
Side Two:
- On Reflection
- Interview
Side Three:
- The Runaway / Experience
- Sweet Georgia Brown (Breakdown in Brussels)
- So Sincere
Side Four:
- Excerpts from Octopus
- Band Introduction
Side Five:
- Funny Ways
- Timing / Violin Solo
Side Six:
- Free Hand
- Peel the Paint / I Lost My Head