Name: Live at Leeds - Deluxe Version - Half Speed Master
Brand: The Who

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

5369807

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Triple Heavyweight Vinyl - Half Speed Mastering.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-10-12

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0600753698075

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Total Cap

3 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Who

Genre GB

Classic

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The Who is a legendary British rock band formed in London in 1964. Known for their energetic performances and powerful sound, they have become one of the most influential bands in the history of rock music. With hits like "My Generation," "Pinball Wizard," and "Baba O'Riley," The Who has left an indelible mark on the music industry.
Led by guitarist Pete Townshend and vocalist Roger Daltrey, The Who's unique blend of hard rock, pop, and artistry set them apart from their contemporaries. Their iconic live shows, complete with smashing guitars and explosive stage presence, captivated audiences around the world.
Over the years, The Who has released numerous critically acclaimed albums that showcase their musical prowess and lyrical depth. From concept albums like "Tommy" to introspective works like "Quadrophenia," their discography reflects a commitment to pushing boundaries and exploring new sonic territories.

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Half-Speed Mastering is an elaborate process whereby the source and the turntable on the disc cutting lathe are run at 16 2/3 R.P.M. The result is a record that is capable of extremely clean and un-forced high-frequency response as well as a detailed and solid stereo image. These half-speed masters of three classic albums were all cut by Miles Showell, the Mastering Engineer at the world famous Abbey Road Studios. Each album is pressed onto 180 gram heavyweight vinyl and includes a download card. The Who’s Live at Leeds, regarded by many music critics as the best live rock album of all time was released in May 1970. Having decided to record a live album two dates were arranged, one at the University of Leeds on the 14 February 1970 and the other a day later at Hull City Hall. Because of some technical issues with the Hull recording the Leeds show became the one released as the live album. Although the set at Leeds featured 33 songs only six appeared on the original 1970 vinyl release including a 14 minute version of My Generation, when remixed and released on CD in 1995 the track count increased to 14. Thirty years after the albums original release a 2CD Deluxe Edition was released featuring all 33 tracks, however, they did not feature in the running order they were performed with the complete Tommy taking up the whole of CD2. The Deluxe Edition Vinyl 3 LP set release now feature all 33 tracks in the order they were played by The Who at Leeds University back on Valentine’s Day 1970. There are only a handful of genuinely seminal live albums, but the Who's Live at Leeds is undoubtedly one. Recorded in the comparatively intimate environs of the University refectory, Leeds, in February 1970, the two-hour-plus show was heavily truncated and clocked in at a mere 38 minutes upon it's release as an album later the same year. Despite this, the album's six tracks showcased the thermonuclear dynamics that established the who as the best live rock band in the world. Throughout the proceedings, The Who's blitzkrieg barrage is propelled by the octopus limbed Keith Moon-the-loon and John Entwistle's elasticated, dc10-booming bass, topped with Pete Townsend's tumultuous windmilled power chords and Roger Daltrey's howl.

Live at Leeds - Deluxe Version - Half Speed Master

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