BILLY JOEL – THE GREATEST SHOWMAN EVER (2 CD)

Description

◆Contents = Tokyo Dome Performance, January 24, 2024

◆Sound Source = Multi-Stereo IEM Matrix Recording

◆Specifications = 2-CD Limited Pressing of 100 Sets, Japanese Band Included) The long-awaited definitive recording of Billy Joel’s first Japan tour in 16 years, a one-night-only Tokyo Dome performance, is finally here! Recorded with a multi-stereo IEM matrix by the familiar XAVEL label, this stunning title captures Billy’s one-of-a-kind vocals and piano playing, centered around the lavish sound of his large band, with perfect stereo separation and positioning (though some tracks contain clicks). The previously released CDR (“At Tokyo Dome 24th January 2024” XAVEL-HM-202) was a must-listen live recording boasting excellent sound balance, but this release far surpasses even that with astounding ultra-sound quality, making it a must-have pressing. This is the definitive version, capturing every detail of the incredibly moving performance that unfolded that day, from the opening theme of “The Natural,” which emotionally conveys the image of good old America. With astounding sound quality surpassing even stereo soundboard recordings, you can enjoy this one-night-only, moving live performance to your heart’s content, where a number of classic songs were generously showcased. This is a limited edition of 100 sets, 2CDs, with a Japanese obi. This is the definitive version, no exaggeration, no question about it, you idiot!
◆Tokyo Dome, Tokyo, Japan 24th January 2024 [XAVEL ORIGINAL MASTER : Multiple Stereo IEM Sources Matrix Recording]
Disc 1
01. Opening (The Natural Theme)
02. Ode To Joy Intro / My Life
03. Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song)
04. The Entertainer
05. Honesty
06. Sakura Sakura Intro / Zanzibar
07. Start Me Up
08. An Innocent Man
09. The Lion Sleeps Tonight / The Longest Time
10. Don’t Ask Me Why
11. Vienna
12. Keeping The Faith
13. Allentown
14. New York State Of Mind
Disc 2
01. The Stranger
02. Say Goodbye To Hollywood
03. Sometimes A Fantasy
04. Only The Good Die Young
05. The River Of Dreams / River Deep Mountain High / The River Of Dreams (Reprise)
06. Nessun Dorma
07. Scenes From An Italian Restaurant
08. Piano Man
Encore;
09. We Didn’t Start The Fire
10. Uptown Girl
11. It’s Still Rock And Roll To Me
12. Big Shot
13. You May Be Right (incl. Rock And Roll)