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Live will performing at Festivent on August 6th, in Levis Quebec. Other bands on the bill include Our Lady Peace, Emi Jeen and Samuel Jacques.
August 6, 2023 - Levis, Quebec (Canada) - Festivent
• posted by dangum on may 18, 2023
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Live has annouced a tour date for Pittsburgh, PA in August 2023.
August 25, 2023 - Pittsburgh, PA (Stage AE)
• posted by dangum on may 2, 2023
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Live has annouced a tour date for Las Vegas in June 2023.
June 24, 2023 - Las Vegas, NV (Fremont Street Experience)
• posted by dangum on april 26, 2023
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Live has annouced 2 shows in Ohio for August 2023.
August 4, 2023 - North Ridgeville, OH (Victory Park / Buzzard Fest)
August 26, 2023 - Cincinnati, OH (Hard Rock Casino)
Details on both shows can be found here:
North Ridgeville, OH (Victory Park / Buzzard Fest), August 4, 2023
Cincinnati, OH (Hard Rock Casino), August 26, 2023
• posted by dangum on april 25, 2023
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Live has annouced a tour date for Canada in July 2023. Tickets go on sale Tuesday.
July 27, 2023 - St. John's, NL - Canada (George Street Festival)
• posted by dangum on april 22, 2023
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In episode 23 of the GoodTimes Universe podcast, John Rotolo interviews Chad Gracey. Recorded in late March 2023.
The 1 hour 48 minute interview is available via through Spotify and other streaming services.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pzwDWKufeP25vnNiAK8DU
• posted by dangum on april 5, 2023
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Live has annouced a Michigan date for July 2023. Tickets go on sale Friday.
July 21, 2023 - New Buffalow, MI (Silver Creek Event Center)
• posted by dangum on march 20, 2023
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Live has annouced a Memphis date for May 2023. Tickets go on sale now.
May 5, 2023 - Memphis, TN ((Beale Street Music Festival)
• posted by dangum on february 27, 2023
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Live has annouced a Florida date for April 2023. Tickets go on sale on Friday.
April 7, 2023 - Fort Lauderdale, FL (The Parker Playhouse)
• posted by dangum on february 22, 2023
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Live has annouced a Pennsylvania date for June 2023. Tickets go on sale on Friday.
June 1, 2023 - Bethlehem, PA (Levitt SteelStacks Pavilion)
• posted by dangum on february 13, 2023
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Live has annouced a California date for June 2023. Tickets go on sale on Monday.
June 23, 2023 - Highland CA (Yaamava Theater)
• posted by dangum on february 6, 2023
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Live has annouced 2 Festival shows for June and July 2023.
June 2, 2023 - Crownsville, MD (Let's Go Music Festival)
July 29, 2023 - Brantford, ON Canada (Crew Fest)
Details on both shows can be found here:
Let's Go Music Festival
Crew Fest
• posted by dangum on january 27, 2023
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In episode 31 of the ThrillCast, Bill Hynes interviews Live drummer Chad Gracey. Recorded in late 2022.
The 21 minute interview is available via through Spotify and other streaming services.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2qKgYLktjwCwB0NYyy7glb
• posted by dangum on january 27, 2023
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In lieu of an official 25th Anniversary edition of Secret Samadhi, a fan compiled collection has been created and a 2CD or 5CD version is available for download.
The 2 CD version consists of the following material:
Disc 1: Secret Samadhi
Disc 2: Live at The Warehouse, Toronto Canada
The 5 CD version consists of the following material:
Disc 1: Secret Samadhi (vinyl rip)
Disc 2: Churchbox Session Demos (1996)
Disc 3: Remixes
Disc 4: Live at The Warehouse, Toronto Canada
Disc 5: 1997 World Tour
FLAC files and detailed information about the mateiral is available for download here:
[Audio] Secret Samadhi 25th Anniversary Edition (2CD & 5CD), Fan-made project
Big thanks goes to ridleybradout for compiling and producing this release.
• posted by dangum on december 25, 2022
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Live has annouced 2 dates in the The Netherlands in July 2023.
July 8, 2023 - Weert, The Netherlands - (Bospop Festival)
July 10, 2023 - Utrecht, The Netherlands - (TivoliVredenburg )
• posted by dangum on december 6, 2022
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Live will be appearing on day #3 of the 3 day Shaky Knees Festival in Atlanta, GA.
May 7, 2023 - Atlanta, GA - Central Park (Shaky Knees Festival)
Bands include: The Killers, Greta Van Fleet, Yeah Yeah Yeahs (May 5), Muse, The Mars Volta, Tenacious D (May 6) and The Lumineers, Hozier, The Flaming Lips (May 7)
• posted by dangum on november 30, 2022
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Live has annouced a new date for December.
December 30, 2022 - Mount Plesant, MI - Soaring Eagle Entertainment Hall
• posted by dangum on october 28, 2022
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Live has annouced 4 new tour dates for October and November 2022. The dates are listed below, tickets go on sale this Friday.
October 29, 2022 - Niagara Falls, ON - Fallsview Casino Resort
November 16, 2022 - Huntington, NY - The Paramount
November 18, 2022 - Bensalem, PA - Parx Casino - Xcite Center
November 19, 2022 Mashantucket, CT - Foxwoods Resort Casino
The lineup for these shows is: Ed Kowalczyk, Zak Loy, Robin Diaz and Chris Heerlein.
• posted by dangum on september 13, 2022
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Zak Loy was interviewed on the Good Times Universe podcast.
"On this episode we get to welcome back and talk to the newest member of the band LiVe...Mr. Zak Loy. Not only is he an amazing musician but he's a cool dude. and gracious to his fans. Hear about the start of his musical journey and how that led to meeting and forming a friendship with Ed Kowalzyck. We talk about Zak's 40th Bday bash and the charity event he hosted at it called "To Cure a Rose." Hear about this and so much more... Please like and subscribe and now... Episode 19!!!"
Podcast is available on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2bj5ZrQ6xLm7MqZ8QctutI
• posted by dangum on august 30, 2022
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Chad Gracey was interviewed on the Stay Tuned with Troy and Howie podcast.
"Troy and Howie chat with multi-Platinum album drummer, Chad Gracey, from LIVE about how they got started way back in 8th grade.
What are they up to now and listen to LIVE's "I Alone" and "Iris" from their album "Throwing Copper".
Why they're not in the Rock and Roll HOF is mind boggling."
Podcast is available on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3QXsziw9gAaOtU5LAo63VD
• posted by dangum on august 27, 2022
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Chad Gracey returned to ThrillCast studio, this time to perform a couple of Live tracks on drums. Chad also answers a few drumming related questions. The full recording of the show can be viewed on YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEJuTCw7-qQ
• posted by dangum on august 9, 2022
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Chad Gracey is appeared on the Bill Hynes "ThrillCast" podcast and answered numerous questions on Live and other various topics. The full recording of the show can be viewed on YouTube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzPpy8L-UJg
• posted by dangum on july 28, 2022
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Ed Kowalczyk has collaborated with Avira to release a reimagining of Lightning Crashes. The track is available on most streaming services. A link to the track on YouTube can be found below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T8SDtPg8go
• posted by dangum on june 23, 2022
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Ed Kowalczyk posted a message on Instagram stating that he now controls 55% of Live and that Chad Taylor has been fired.
"As of last evening, I control 55% percent of LIVE. Chad Taylor is fired. He will never stop the music again. Thank you all for your amazing love and support. I cried multiple times yesterday reading your comments
and messages - it really meant the world to me and I thank you from the bottom of my heart."
A link to the post can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CfEWIJgufDc/
• posted by dangum on june 21, 2022
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Adam Kowalczyk was interviewed by Rob Acampora on "The A-Game" podcast on May 14, 2002. A video of the interview can be found on "The A-Game" YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7pbp4DpsIY
• posted by dangum on may 16, 2022
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Chad Gracey will appear on the "What Not" app and video chat with with user "Pops and Such" on April 12, 2022. More details can be found on the Fans of Live Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/LiveStreetTeam/posts/5275225819209635
[Update: April 12, 2022] - An mp3 recording of most of the show can be downloaded on the forum. Click on the "Comments" link above or
click here for a direct link.
• posted by dangum on april 8, 2022
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Chris Daughtry has revealed that Patrick Dahlheimer will be touring with Daughtry on their US tour. Patrick will join the band in February and March 2022. A list of tour dates can be found here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/daughtry-tickets/artist/1097212.
[credit: SJN1279]
• posted by dangum on january 27, 2022
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Live has withdrawn from the Australian 'Under the Southern Stars' tour. The following message appeared on Live's Twitter account today.
Due to scheduling conflicts and the ongoing difficulties the world has been subject to, we are unable to make it to Australia during the new @UTSSConcerts timeframe. Stay safe everyone and we hope to see you in the near future! - https://twitter.com/Freaks4Live/status/1356725509690847233
The festival will still proceed, however new dates have not been annouced.
• posted by dangum on february 3, 2021
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Live's Australian 2021 tour as part of the Under the Southern Stars festival has once again been postponed. The tour has been pushed back until April/May 2021. New tour dates are yet to be announced.
• posted by dangum on december 16, 2020
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Ed Kowalczyk will be performing at a virtual concert for PA Democrats in support of the Biden/Harris Presidential election.
The concert will be streamed online at 6pm on October 31, 2020 and will feature appearances from Jason Alexander, Kevin Bacon, Black Eyed Peas, Mark Cuban, Steve Earle, Los Lobos, Moby, Dionne Warwick, Lucinda Williams, Ben Simmons and many more.
The concert can be streamed from: http://padems.com/concert
• posted by dangum on october 30, 2020
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In episode 15 of the ThrillCast, Bill Hynes interviews former Live drummer Robin Diaz. Bill and Robin talk about all things drums, band life, and how to cope with the world the best way we can.
The 70 minute interview is available via through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Podbay and numerous other streaming services.
https://thrillcast.podbean.com/e/15-get-the-fck-up/
• posted by dangum on october 26, 2020
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Live has been added to the lineup of the 4 day Aftershock Festival in Sacramento, CA in 2021. Also on the bill will be Metallica, Rancid, Volbeat, Seether, Suicidal Tendencies and many others.
https://aftershockfestival.com/
October 8, 2020. Sacramento, CA.
• posted by dangum on october 23, 2020
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Ed Kowalczyk will be peforming on a livestream of a Bruce Hornsby show at the Ridgefield Playhouse 20th Anniversary gala on October 3, 2020. Ed's performance will be a virtual one. Tickets to the stream are avaialable for purchase for $40
https://ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/bruce-hornsby-virtual-concert/
• posted by dangum on september 30, 2020
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In episode 11 of the ThrillCast, Bill Hynes interviews Live's drummer Chad Gracey. Meg and Bill welcome Chad Gracey as they talk humble beginnings, life as the drummer for the multi-platinum rock band Live, and the impact of Covid-19 on the music + touring industry.
The 70 minute interview is available via through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Podbay and numerous other streaming services.
https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-x3nd2-ed6501
• posted by dangum on september 28, 2020
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Adam Kowalczyk was interviewed in the GoodTimes Universe podcast.
Episode #0002 - Adam Kowalczyk
Jul 2, 2020 · 51 mins
On this episode I get to talk to the one and only Adam Kowalczyk. We chat about being a rockstar, being a husband and father, life beyond touring with Alow, +LiVe+ and his solo shows and what it's like under quarantine. Please enjoy and subscribe!!!
The interview can be heard here:
https://podcasts.google.com/feed/
• posted by dangum on july 24, 2020
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Live
July 15, 1998
"New Stuff"
Source: Maxell XL II cassette > AIFC
Conversion: NCH Suite > WAV > CD Wave > Trader's Little Helper > FLAC > foobar2000
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Total Time: (32:25)
01. Feel The Quiet River Rage 5:36
02. The Distance % 4:38
03. Deeper * 5:50
04. Voodoo Lady 5:49
05. Run To The Water ^ 5:32
06. Dance With You 4:59
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Notes:
% = Alternate lyrics
* = Unreleased
^ = Unfinished lyrics
Thanks to Bremang and Merica for the audio and ridleybradout for the artwork.
• posted by dangum on july 1, 2020
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Royalties from a number of Live's albums were sold last year. Check the link below for details about how much streaming rights, subscriptions, video streams earned the rights holders as well as how much the new owners paid for royalty rights for the next 30 years.
Live's future record royalties auctioned last year
• posted by dangum on may 8, 2020
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The Under the Southern Stars tour of Australia which was to feature Live, Stone Temple Pilots and Bush has been rescheded for 2021.
2021 RESCHEDULED TOUR DATES
Tues, Feb 16: HBF Arena, Perth WA
*Previously April 15, 2020
Fri, Feb 19: Bonython Park, Adelaide SA
*Previously April 13, 2020
Sat, Feb 20: Hastings Foreshore Reserve, Mornington Peninsula VIC
* Previously April 11, 2020
Sun, Feb 21: Yarrawonga Showgrounds, Yarrawonga VIC
* Previously April 12, 2020
Wed, Feb 24: Hordern Pavilion, Sydney NSW
* Previously April 4, 2020
Fri, Feb 26: Stuart Park, Wollongong NSW
* Previously April 9, 2020
Sat, Feb 27: Newcastle Foreshore, Newcastle NSW
* Previously April 19, 2020
Sun, Feb 28: Gosford Entertainment Grounds, Gosford NSW
* Previously April 5, 2020
Wed, March 3: The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne VIC
* Previously April 8, 2020
Sat, March 6: Riverstage, Brisbane QLD
* Previously April 18, 2020
Sun, March 7: Sandstone Point Hotel, Bribie Island QLD
* Previously Sunshine Coast Stadium April 17, 2020
** Bus service is available from various locations along the Sunshine Coast to the venue and return.
***Free return bus service offered from Sunshine Coast to Sandstone Point Hotel for existing ticket holders, who will be contacted directly.
Press release can be read here:
https://www.facebook.com/UTSSConcerts/posts/3175233919167688
• posted by dangum on april 3, 2020
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Live has been added to the lineup of 3 day Beachlife Festival in Redondo Beach, CA this May. Also on the bill will be Counting Crows, Sugar Ray and The Record Company.
May 2, 2020. Redondo Beach, CA.
• posted by dangum on february 28, 2020
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With the other 2 concerts selling very quickly, a second show in Pretoria has been added to the South African tour.
November 7, 2020. Pretoria, South Africa (Sun Arena Times Square).
• posted by dangum on february 27, 2020
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Live has performed the Velvet Underground cover "Venus in Furs" at their New Jersey show on February 19, 2020. The setlist also included a rare performance of "Mirror Song". Click on "comments" link above to see videos of both.
• posted by dangum on february 20, 2020
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2 shows in South Africa have been annouced for November 2020.
November 6, 2020. Pretoria, South Africa (Sun Arena Times Square).
November 10, 2020. Cape Town, South Africa (Grand West).
• posted by dangum on february 11, 2020
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An intimate show has been added to the Under the Southern Stars tour of Australia. Live, Bush and Stone Temple Pilots will be performing at 1500 capacity venue The Timber Yard in Melbourne.
April 8, 2020. Melbourne, Australia (The Timber Yard).
• posted by dangum on february 7, 2020
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Live will be performing at the Beachlife Festival at Redondo Beach, CA on May 1-3, 2020. Other bands on the bill include Steve Miller Band, Counting Crows, Ziggy & Stephen Marley, UB40, Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals, Blues Traveler, Sugar Ray and many more. Tickets are available at the followong link:
https://beachlifefestival.com
[Credit: Voodoo Lady]
• posted by dangum on january 17, 2020
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Live has been added to the 2020 Mardi Gras concert lineup at Universal Florida. Live will be performing February 16, 2020.
The event will run nightly at Universal Studios Florida from Feb. 1 through April. The concert lineup on the Music Plaza Stage will include:
Feb. 1: The Roots
Feb. 8: Karol G
Feb. 15: Bell Biv DeVoe
Feb. 16: Live
Feb. 22: Kool & the Gang
Feb. 29: TLC
March 7: REO Speedwagon
March 8: Dustin Lynch
March 13: Luis Fonsi
March 14: The All-American Rejects
March 15: Diana Ross
March 20: Chris Young
March 21: Earth, Wind & Fire
March 22: Marshmello
March 28: Why Don't We
March 29: Gavin DeGraw
All the bands will begin their sets at 8:30 p.m.
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/events/mardi-gras
• posted by dangum on january 9, 2020
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Live will returning to Australia in April 2020 for 11 shows. Joining them will be Bush and Stone Temple Pilots along with Australian bands Rose Tattoo and Electric Mary.
List of dates are below:
03 April 2020 Peter Barclay Field Tuncurry, NSW
04 April 2020 Parramatta Park, Sydney, NSW
05 April 2020 The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford, NSW
09 April 2020 Stuart Park, Wollongong, NSW
11 April 2020 Hastings Foreshore Reserve, Mornington Peninsula VIC
12 April 2020 Yarrawonga Showgrounds, Yarrawonga
13 April 2020 Bonython Park, Adelaide, SA
15 April 2020 HBF Stadium, Perth, WA
17 April 2020 Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast, QLD
18 April 2020 Brisbane River Stage, Brisbane, QLD
19 April 2020 Foreshore Park Newcastle, Newcastle
Presale tickets go on sale on September 5. General on sale on September 9.
Visit www.underthesouthernstars.com.au for ticketing and pre-sale information.
• posted by dangum on september 2, 2019
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Live will be joining Godsmack, Bush, Live, Our Lady Peace and many other at Buzzfest 2019.
October 26, 2019 - Houston, TX Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion (Buzzfest)
• posted by dangum on august 27, 2019
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Live be performing with Filter and Our Lady Peace on October 23, 2019.
October 23, 2019 - Corpus Christi, TX (Concrete Street Amphitheater)
• posted by dangum on august 23, 2019
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Earlier this year, Chad Taylor was interviewed for guitarguitar magazine. This is an extensive and in depth interview. The article can be read at the link below:
https://www.guitarguitar.co.uk/news/140753/
• posted by dangum on august 10, 2019
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Additional dates have been added to the Live / Bush / Our Lady Peace summer tour. The tour has been extended to late October 2019. Tickets go on sale Friday.
October 10, 2019 San Diego (North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre)
October 11, 2019 Las Vegas (The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas)
October 12, 2019 Salt Lake City (USANA Amphitheatre)
October 15, 2019 Portland (Veterans Memorial Coliseum)
October 16, 2019 Seattle (ShoWare Center)
October 19, 2019 Reno, NV (Grand Sierra Theatre)
October 20, 2019 Temecula, CA (Pechanga Resort and Casino)
October 21, 2019 Phoenix (Comerica Theatre)
October 23, 2019 Cedar Park, TX (HEB Events Center)
https://www.pollstar.com/article/live-bush-extend-alt-imate-tour-139627
• posted by dangum on august 6, 2019
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An excellent recording of Live's performance in Utrecht is available for download. Details of the recording are below:
Live
TUESDAY, 9 July 2019
Tivoli Vredenburg (Ronda)
Utrecht, Netherlands
The ALTimate Tour
Taper: ONE8UNG
Lineage: Soundman OKM II => Roland R-07 (24/44.1) => Adobe Audition CC => CD Wave Editor => TLH (flac level 8) => MP3TAG
Setlist:
01 - Intro
02 - All Over You
03 - Selling The Drama
04 - Losing My Religion
05 - The Distance
06 - Shit Towne
07 - Iris
08 - They Stood Up For Love
09 - The Dolphin's Cry
10 - Paint It Black
11 - Lakini's Juice
12 - I Alone
13 - White, Discussion
14 - Encore Break
15 - Overcome
16 - Turn My Head
17 - Band Introduction
18 - Run To The Water
19 - Lightning Crashes
20 - Outro
- Distribute this recording only as the original flac files with the original Checksum & Info file!
https://one8ung.jimdo.com/
[Audio] Live - 2019-07-09 - Utrecht, The Netherlands
• posted by dangum on july 10, 2019
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Ed Sheeran's latest single "Blow" sounds very similar to The Gracious Few's "Honest Man". Honest Man was released on The Gracious Few's debut album in 2010.
The riff was originally writen by Chad Taylor and was also used in Live's unreleased track "Believe" in 2009.
Links to all three tracks are below:
Click on the link below for details:
The Gracious Few - Honest Man (2010)
Blow - Ed Sheeran (2019)
Believe - Live (2009)
• posted by dangum on july 9, 2019
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A very good audience recording of Live and Our Lady Peace Live is available for download from various torrent sites and well as through a direct download.
Click on the link below for details:
[Audio] Live 2019-06-14 CMAC, Canandaigua, NY
• posted by dangum on june 27, 2019
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An interview from earlier this year with Ed Kowalczyk has appeared on episode 24 of the Paltrocast with Darren Paltrowitz podcast.
Click on the link below for details:
https://puregrainaudio.com/paltrocast/
• posted by dangum on june 26, 2019
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Live will be headlining the multi-day American Music Festival on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront this September. Other bands on the bill include 311, Vertical Horizon, Dashboard Confessional and Cracker.
September 1, 2019 - Virginia Beach, VA (American Music Festival)
• posted by dangum on june 25, 2019
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Live will be performing another headlining show this September - this time in Springfield, MA.
September 18, 2019 - Springfield, MA (The Plaza at MGM Springfield)
Tickets go on sale this Friday
• posted by dangum on june 18, 2019
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Live will be performing a headlining intimate show in Washington DC, this September in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of Throwing Copper.
September 16, 2019 - Washington, DC (9:30 Club)
Tickets go on sale this Friday
• posted by dangum on june 18, 2019
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An extra date has been added to the Altimate summer tour featuring Live, Bush and Our Lady Peace.
August 1, 2019 - Oklahoma City OKH (The Zoo Amphitheatre)
Tickets go on sale this Friday
• posted by dangum on june 5, 2019
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Details of the Throwing Coper 25th Anniversary box set has been annouced with the album being made avaiable on CD and vinyl.
The album will also be available in various packs that feature t-shirts, signed items, hat and framed records.
Order from https://shop.freaks4live.com/collections/pre-order
A smaller range of Throwing Copper products are also available from UDiscoverMusic.com - Use code DAD25 to receive a 25% discount off your order. For fans outside of the US, UDiscoverMusic provide signifacntly cheaper
postage. Order from here: https://shop.udiscovermusic.com/collections/live
The contents of the album can be seen below:
2LP
Throwing Copper - 25th Anniversary LP
Side A
1. The Dam at Otter Creek
2. Selling the Drama
3. I Alone
4. Iris
Side B
1. Lightning Crashes
2. Top
3. All Over You
4. Shit Towne
5. T.B.D.
Side C
1. Stage
2. Waitress
3. Pillar of Davidson
4. White, Discussion
Side D
1. Horse (Hidden Track On Original Release)
2. Hold Me Up (Bonus Track)
3. We Deal in Dreams (Bonus Track)
4. Susquehanna (Bonus Track)
2CD
Throwing Copper - 25th Anniversary (Disc 1)
1. The Dam At Otter Creek
2. Selling the Drama
3. I Alone
4. Iris
5. Lightning Crashes
6. Top
7. All Over You
8. Shit Towne
9. T.B.D.
10. Stage
11. Waitress
12. Pillar of Davidson
13. White, Discussion
14. Horse (Hidden Track On Original Release)
15. Hold Me Up (Bonus Track)
16. We Deal in Dreams (Bonus Track)
17. Susquehanna (Bonus Track)
Woodstock '94 (Disc 2; previously unreleased)
1. Iris
2. Top
3. The Beauty of Gray
4. Selling the Drama
5. Shit Towne
6. Lightning Crashes
7. I Alone
8. Operation Spirit (The Tyranny of Tradition)
9. White, Discussion
• posted by dangum on may 31, 2019
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"Hold Me Up", a track that was originally recorded for Throwing Copper has finally been released 25 years later. The track will be included in the 25th Anniversary edition of Throwing Copper,
but it can now be heard on Loudwire.com
The track is also available to listen on Live's YouTube channel. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lhkZnFVb7KI
• posted by dangum on may 30, 2019
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Live performed 2 covers for the first time in St. Louis, MO on the weekend. REM's "Losing My Religion" and The Rolling Stone's "Paint It Black" were part of Live's headlining set at Pointfest.
Links to audience shot videos are below.
Paint It Black - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYBRPfQH3Gw
Losing My Religion - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWODCCKaop4
Other tracks from the show can be viewed by clicking on the "Comments" link above.
• posted by dangum on may 26, 2019
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Live will be performing with Bush and Our Lady Peace for three shows in Canada this September. The Summersault Festival hits Moncton, Montreal and Ottawa early September.
September 10, 2019 Moncton, NB
September 12, 2019 Montreal, QC
September 13, 2019 Ottawa, QC
More details can be found at: http://www.ourladypeace.com
• posted by dangum on may 22, 2019
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Live will be performing at Festival d'été de Qc in Quebec, Canada this July.
July 11, 2019 - Quebec, Canada (Festival d'été de Qc)
Other bands to feature at this show include Mariah Carey and Daniel Caesar.
Details about the festival can be found here:
https://www.feq.ca/
• posted by dangum on april 4, 2019
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Live will be performing at a couple of festival shows this September in Franklin, TN and Louisville, KY.
September 20, 2019 - Louisville, KY (Bourbon and Beyond Festival)
September 21-21, 2019 - Franklin, TN (Pilgrimage Festival)
Other bands to feature at these shows include Foo Fighters, The Killers, Keith Urban, John Fogerty, The Flaming Lips and many more.
Details about the festivals can be found here:
https://bourbonandbeyond.com/
http://www.pilgrimagefestival.com/
• posted by dangum on march 13, 2019
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Live and Bush will be peforming at The Roxy is LA, next week as part of a tour launch event (actual summer tour starts in June).
March 12, 2019 - Los Angeles, CA (The Roxy)
Details on how tickets can be obtained can be found here:
https://verifiedfan.ticketmaster.com/bushandlive
• posted by dangum on march 9, 2019
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Ed appeared on Sirius XM this morning to announce the Live/Bush summer tour but also discussed an upcoming 25th Anniversary release of Throwing Copper.
Additonal tracks included in the release include:
- Woodstock 1994 concert (audio mixed by Chad Taylor)
- We Deal in Dreams
- Hold Me Up (to be releaed as a single)
- Susquehanna
You can listn to some of Ed's interview here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cULL4Sqh0U
• posted by dangum on march 5, 2019
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Live will be teaming up with Bush and Our Lady Peace for a US tour this summer. Bush and Live will be co-headlining with Our Lady Peace supporting.
The full list of tour dates are as follows:
June 6, 2019 – Mashantucket, CT @ Foxwoods Resort Casino – The Grand Theater
June 7, 2019 – Atlantic City, NJ @ Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
June 11, 2019 – Boston, MA @ Rockland Trust Bank Pavilion
June 13, 2019 – Gilford, NH @ Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion
June 14, 2019 – Canandaigua, NY @ Constellation Brands-Marvin Sands Performing Arts Center: CMAC
June 15, 2019 – Holmdel, NJ @ PNC Bank Arts Center
June 26, 2019 – Appleton, WI @ Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium
June 27, 2019 – Council Bluffs, IA @ Stir Cove at Harrah’s Casino
July 28, 2019 – Kansas City, MO @ Starlight Theatre
July 30, 2019 – New Orleans, LA @ Bold Sphere Music at Champions Square
August 2, 2019 – Wichita, KS @ Hartman Arena
August 3, 2019 – Denver, CO @ Fillmore Auditorium
August 6, 2019 – Los Angeles, CA @ Greek Theatre
August 7, 2019 – Concord, CA @ Concord Pavilion
August 9, 2019 – Tuolumne, CA @ Black Oak Casino – West Side Pavilion
August 10, 2019 – Costa Mesa, CA @ OC Fair
August 11, 2019 – Tucson, AZ @ AVA Casino
August 14, 2019 – Rogers, AR @ Walmart AMP
August 16, 2019 – Tampa, FL @ MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre
August 17, 2019 – Miami, FL @ Bayfront Park Amphitheater
August 18, 2019 – Jacksonville, FL @ Daily’s Place
August 20, 2019 – Atlanta, GA @ Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park
August 23, 2019 – Essex Junction, VT @ Champlain Valley Expo
August 24, 2019 – Baltimore, MD @ MECU Pavilion
August 25, 2019 – Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE
August 27, 2019 – Allentown, PA @ The Great Allentown Fair
August 29, 2019 – Wantagh, NY @ Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
August 30, 2019 – Bethel, NY @ Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
September 4, 2019 – Dayton, OH @ The Rose Music Center at The Heights
September 6, 2019 – Tinley Park, IL @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
September 7, 2019 – Allegan, MI @ Allegan County Fair
Septmeber 8, 2019 – Rochester, MI @ Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
Tickets avilable at:
https://www.livenation.com/artists/97064/live
• posted by dangum on march 5, 2019
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The lineup for Pointfest 2019 has been announced with Live headlining the festival. PointFest occurs on May 25, 2019 in St. Louis, MO at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre.
Tickets go on sale Friday for just $20. More information here:
https://www.1057thepoint.com/pointfest/
• posted by dangum on february 26, 2019
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Live will be performing at the Rock Zottegem festival in Belgium on July 6, 2019. Other bands on the bill include Limp Bizkit and Midnight Oil. More information here:
https://rock-zottegem.be/
• posted by dangum on january 31, 2019
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Live will be performing in London, UK (02 Shepherd's Bush Empire) on June 30, 2019. Tickets go on sale Friday at
http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk
• posted by dangum on january 21, 2019
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Live will be performing in Berlin, Germany (Astra Kulturhaus) on July 1, 2019. Tickets go on sale Friday at
http://www.tickets.de/
• posted by dangum on january 21, 2019
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Another 2019 European tour date has been announced. Live will be peforming Royal Park Live festival in at Soestdijk, The Netherlands on July 9, 2019. Tickets go on sale January 21. Details available here: https://www.royalparklive.com
• posted by dangum on january 17, 2019
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Live will be performing at the 3 day Inkcarceration Festival in Mansfield, OH in July 2019.
Live will join Shinedown, Godsmack, Five Finger Death Punch, Buckcherry, Seethar and many more from July 12-14, 2019.
Tickets are available from https://www.inkcarceration.com/
• posted by dangum on january 16, 2019
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Chad Taylor answered a number of fan questions on his Instagram account in the past couple of days. They have been compiled in a forum post which can be read by clicking on the link below.
http://www.fansoflive.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=6260
• posted by dangum on january 14, 2019
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Two Festival tour dates have been annouced for Canada and Mexico.
February 23, 2019 - Guadalajara, Mexico - Roxy Festival
June 8, 2019 - Burlington, ON (Canada) - Sound of Music Festival
Tickets are available via the following sites:
http://www.festivalroxygdl.com/
https://soundofmusic.ca/
• posted by dangum on december 15, 2018
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Live will be performing at the 3 day Epicenter Festival in Rockingham, NC next year.
Live will join Foo Fighters, Bring Me The Horizon, 311, Tom Morello, Killswitch Engage and Mastodon on May 12, 2019.
Tickets go on sale this Friday from https://epicenterfestival.com/tickets/
• posted by dangum on december 11, 2018
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Live's first 2019 European tour date has been announced. Live will be peforming at the Concert at Sea festival in Brouwersdam, The Netherlands on June 28, 2019. Tickets go on sale December 7.
https://www.concertatsea.nl
• posted by dangum on november 30, 2018
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Tickets to the Niagra Falls, ON tour date for 2019 have gone on sale today.
February 9, 2019 Niagara Falls, ON (The Avalon Ballroom Theatre At Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort)
Tickets can be purchased from: https://www1.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000555E00E84DF1
• posted by dangum on november 9, 2018
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Live's first album since re-uniting with Ed Kowalczyk was released today. The tracklist for Local 717 is:
1. Love Lounge 3:16
2. Be A Giver, Man 3:23
3. Waterfall 4:05
4. Brother 4:43
5. Venus in Furs (Velvet Underground cover) 5:11
The EP is available for streaming on Spotify and Apple Music. The EP is also available for purchase at Amazon and iTunes.
• posted by dangum on october 12, 2018
Updated: CD and vinyl copies (including band autopgraphed) are available for purchase from the Freaks4Live.com store.
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Live will be conducting a Q&A session on Facebook over the next 4 days (24 - 27 April).
Patrick Dahlheimer - April 24 @ 10am PST/1pm EST
Ed Kowalczyk - April 25 @ 10am PST/1pm EST
Chad Gracey - April 26 @ 10am PST/1pm EST
Chad Taylor - April 27 @ 10am PST/1pm EST
If you're not sure what time that is in your city, check the following link.
https://www.timeanddate.com
• posted by dangum on april 24, 2018 |
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Live will be joining Counting Crows on a comprehensive US tour this summer. The dates featuring Live are listed below:.
Wed, June 27?: Boise, ID (Taco Bell Arena
Fri, June 29: Auburn, WA (White River Amphitheatre)
Sat, June 30: Ridgefield, WA (Sunlight Supply Amphitheatre)
Mon, July 2: Reno, NV (Grand Theatre - Grand Sierra Resort)
Tues, July 3?: Murphys, CA (Ironstone Amphitheatre)
Fri, July 6: Mountain View, CA (Shoreline Amphitheatre)
Sun, July 8: Irvine, CA (FivePoint Amphitheatre)
Tues, July 10: Chula Vista, CA (Mattress Firm Amphitheatre)
Wed, July 18: Denver, CO (Pepsi Center)
Sat, July 21: Austin, TX (Austin360 Amphitheater)
Sun, July 22: Houston, TX (Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion presented by Huntsman)
Tues, July 24: Irving, TX (The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory)
Thu, July 26: Tupelo, MS (Bancorp Arena)
Sat, July 28: Pelham, AL (Oak Mountain Amphitheatre)
Sun, July 29: Atlanta, GA (Chastain Park Amphitheatre)
Tues, July 31: St. Petersburg, FL (Al Lang Stadium)
Wed, Aug 1: West Palm Beach, FL (Coral Sky Amphitheatre)
Sat, Aug 4: Jacksonville, FL (Daily's Place)
Sun, Aug 5: Charlotte, NC (PNC Music Pavilion)
Tues, Aug 7: Virginia Beach, VA (Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater)
Wed, Aug 8: Bristow, VA (Jiffy Lube Live)
Fri, Aug 10: Hershey, PA (Hersheypark Stadium)
Sat, Aug 11: Camden, NJ (BB&T Pavilion)
Tues, Aug 14: Holmdel, NJ (PNC. Bank Arts Center)
Wed, Aug 15: Hartford, CT (The XFINITY Theatre)
Fri, Aug 17: Boston, MA (Xfinity Center)
Sat, Aug 18: Gilford, NH (Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion)
Wed, Aug 22: Wantagh, NY (Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater)
Sat, Aug 25: Syracuse, NY (New York State Fair)
Sun, Aug 26: Cleveland, OH (Blossom Music Center)
Wed, Aug 29: Toronto, ON (Budweiser Stage)
Thu, Aug 30: Pittsburgh, PA (KeyBank Pavilion)
Sat, Sept 1: Cincinnati, OH (Riverbend Music Center)
Sun, Sept 2: Detroit, MI (DTE Energy Music Theatre)
Thu, Sept 6: Indianapolis, IN (Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center)
Sat, Sept 8: Chicago, IL (Hollywood Casino Amphitheater)
Sun, Sept 9: St. Louis, MO (Hollywood Casino Amphitheater - St. Louis)
Tues, Sept 11: Kansas City, MO (Starlight Theatre)
Thu, Sept 13?: Council Bluffs, IA (Stir Cove at Harrah's Casino)
Sat, Sept 15?: Sioux City, IA (Hard Rock Hotel & Casino)
Sun, Sept 16?: Minneapolis, MN (Mystic Lake - Amphitheater)
Tickets are available through http://www.livenation.com and http://www.ticketmaster.com
• posted by dangum on april 2, 2018 |
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A new summer festival tour date has been announced. Live will be performing at Bospop in 2018
July 14 - 15, 2018 Weert, The Netherlands (Bospop Festival)
Tickets will go on sale early next year at http://www.bospop.nl
• posted by dangum on december 16, 2017 |
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Numerous videos have been upladed to YouTube from Live's recent Australian concerts. Most of the Brisbane and Hunter Valley (Pokolbin) shows are available to watch on YouTube
Check out the links below for videos and reviews.
Brisbane, Australia (Riverstage), November 15th, 2017
Pokolbin, Australia (Roche Estate), November 18th, 2017
Melbourne, Australia (Sidney Myer Music Bowl), November 17th, 2017
If you have any footage, photos or reviews you would like to sure please log onto the forum and post them :)
• posted by dangum on november 21, 2017 |
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Great news for Australian Live fans. After having just completed a short Australia tour, Live has anncounced that they will be returning in 2018.
Live will be headline act at the Adelaide 500 V8 Supercar race in Adelaide on March 3, 2018.
Tickets can be purhcased at: https://www.adelaide500.com.au/ticketing
Stay tuned for further Australian dates.
• posted by dangum on november 21, 2017 |
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A recording from Live's first ever tour of Austraila in 1995 as recently surfaced. Live's performance at The Metro in Sydney was recorded by national radio station Triple J and was broadcast as part of their weekly 'Live at the Wireless' programme.
7 tracks from the show are available for download from the link below.
+Live+
22nd April 1995
The Metro, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Triple J Live At The Wireless (broadcast 3rd July 1995)
Source: FM > Tape > Pioneer CT-W205R > SBLive > Cool Edit Pro > CDWave > CDr > EAC (secure) > FLAC
Ripped from CDr in 2008
Setlist:
(DJ intro)
Selling The Drama
All Over You
Operation Spirit
Shit Town
I Alone
Waitress
White Discussion
(DJ outro)
Links to the FLAC audio files are available in the following thread on the Fans of Live forum.
[FLAC] Live - 1995-04-22 - Metro, Sydney, NSW, Australia, FM recording
Were you at this show? Do you have any memories of the night? Register on the forum and share your experience!
• posted by dangum on october 9, 2017 |
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Live's recent Austin City Limits concert was broadcast online by Red Bull TV. A copy of the show is now available for download from the link below.
+LIVE+
Austin City Limits Music Festival
American Express Stage
Zilker Park
Austin, Texas
October 7, 2017
Lineage: LIVE Webcast -> Livestreamer -> FFmpeg (edit) -> uncompressed .ts
Video: MPEG4 Video (H264) 1920x1080 5400 Kbps 30.00 fps
Audio: AAC 128 Kbps 48.0 KHz stereo
Setlist:
All Over You
Operation Spirit (The Tyranny of Tradition)
Pain Lies on the Riverside
The Dolphin's Cry
Selling the Drama
I Walk the Line (Johnny Cash cover)
I Alone
Lakini's Juice
White, Discussion
I Am the Highway (Audioslave cover)
Lightning Crashes
TRT = 00:54:04
Note: This is a perfect capture of the webcast. Any imperfections, if present, were inherent in the broadcast.
Captured and uploaded to DIME by indykid. See Info file for full MediaInfo
Links to the HD file are available in the following thread on the Fans of Live forum.
[Video] Live - 2017-10-07 Austin City Limits Music Festival, 1080p webcast
• posted by dangum on october 9, 2017 |
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The date has been annouced for Live's re-release of their debut album 'Mental Jewelry'.
On August 11, 2017 a deluxe 2-CD version of the album will be available to purchase which will come with additional tracks Negation, Heaven Wore a Shirt and Born Branded. A remix of Pain Lies on the Riverside will also be included. A second CD featuring a live concert from 1992 will also included. This recording includes live versions of Negation, Heaven Wore A Shirt and unreleased track Susquehanna as well a the majority of tracks from Mental Jewelry.
The album will also be available on vinyl as well as on cassette (both colored purple)
Pre-orders are available from Live's web store as well as from Amazon
http://freaks4live.com/#store (vinyl, CD, cassette, shirt)
http://amzn.to/2s636VZ (CD)
• posted by dangum on june 29, 2017 |
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In a recent interview on Y108 radio Ed announced that Live's debut album 'Mental Jewelry' will be re-released for its 25th Anniversary.
The album will include a full concert from 1992 (The Roxy in Los Angeles) as well as unreleased tracks from the era. It is expected that the album will be available this July.
• posted by dangum on june 9, 2017 |
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Ed was recently interviewed on two radio stations in South Africa and Canada.
On the 1st of June 2017, Ed was interviewed by Martin Bester on Jacaranda FM in South Africa. Ed stated that new tracks will be performed in the 3 South Africa shows as well as songs from
all of Live's albums. The intrerview can be listened to here:
https://www.jacarandafm.com/events/live-will-be-returning-sa-november/
On the 9th of June 2017, Ed was interviewed by Chuck Evans on Y108 radio in Canada. Ed annouced that a re-relase of Mental Jewelry will occur in July 2017. The interview can be listened to here:
http://www.y108.ca/2017/06/09/chuck-chats-with-ed-kowalczyk-of-live/
• posted by dangum on june 9, 2017 |
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The lineup for the Voodoo Festival in New Orleans has been announced and Live will be performing on one of the 3 festival days.
The festival runs from October 27 - 29 at City Park, New Orleans.
Tickets can be purchased from: https://www.voodoofestival.com/tickets/
Lineup and additional information can be found here
• posted by dangum on june 6, 2017 |
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Live will be performing a headlining show the night before their Lollapalooza Festival concert this August
August 4, 2017 Chicago, IL (Park West)
Details can be found here: http://www.chicagotribune.com
• posted by dangum on may 31, 2017 |
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Live has secured another opening spot on the Gun N' Roses tour.
August 16, 2017 Buffalo, NY (New Era Field)
Tickets are on sale through http://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/735218
• posted by dangum on may 31, 2017 |
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A professional audio recording of Live's Rock on the Range concert is now available for download.
Details are below
Live - Live @ Rock on the Range Festival, USA, May 19, 2017
Source: FM Broadcast
Sound Quality: 10/10
Setlist
1. All Over You
2. Operation Spirit
3. Pain Lies on the Riverside
4. The Dolphin's Cry
5. Selling the Drama
6. I Walk the Line (Johnny Cash cover)
7. I Alone
8. Lakini's Juice
9. White, Discussion
10. I Am the Highway (Audioslave cover)
11. Lightning Crashes
MP3s and FLAC files can be downloaded from here:
[Audio] Live 2017-05-19 Columbus, OH (Rock on the Range), FM broadcast. FLAC and MP3 (320 kbps)
• posted by dangum on may 27, 2017 |
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Live has secured the opening spot on 2 Gun N' Roses tour dates this August.
August 11, 2017 Winston-Salem, NC (BB&T Field)
August 13, 2017 Hershey, PA (Hersheypark Stadium)
Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster
• posted by dangum on may 25, 2017 |
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Live has announced 2 tour dates for South Africa this December. Live wil be performing in Cape Town and Menlyn. Tickets go on sale tomorrow through Computicket.
November 7, 2017 Cape Town, South Africa (Grand Arena)
November 10, 2017 Menlyn, Pretoria South Africa (Sun Arena)
• posted by dangum on may 24, 2017 |
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Live will be performing at the Rocklahoma Festival in Pryor, OK as the replacement act for Soundgarden on May 27, 2017.
Other acts performing on the 27th include: Stone Sour, The Cult, Fuel and Suicidal Tendancies.
Details about the festival can be found here: http://rocklahoma.com/schedule.html
• posted by dangum on may 23, 2017 |
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Live will be headlining the pre-show concert at the Revolution Rock Festial in Mashantucket, CT on September 8, 2017
Live will be supported by Radkey plus an additional special guest and will be performing at the Grand Theatre at Foxwoods Resort Casino. Tickets can be purchased at the following link: http://revolutionrockfestival.com/lineup.html
• posted by dangum on may 8, 2017 |
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Live will be appearing at the ACL Festival in Austin, TX this October. Live will perform both weekends. The days when Live will be performing have not been annouced but keep an eye on the forum for information as it is released.
October 6 - 8, 2017
October 13 - 15, 2017
The full lineup and ticketing details can be found at the following link https://www.aclfestival.com/lineup/
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• posted by dangum on may 8, 2017 |
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Live will be appearing at the Moondance Jam Festival in Walker, MN on July 21, 2017.
Other bands to feature at the festival include: Steve Miller Band, Halestorm, Peter Frampton, The Pretty Reckless, Melissa Etheridge, Vince Neil of Motley Crue and Better Than Ezra.
The full lineup and ticketing details can be found at the following link: https://www.moondancejam.com/
• posted by dangum on may 2, 2017 |
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Live will be part of the KAABOO Del Mar festival this September in Del Mar, CA.
The festival runs from 15 - 17 September 2017 and the lineup includes such bands as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pink, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Muse, Weezer, Jane's Addiction, Alanis Morisette, Garbage, The Wallflowers and many more.
Tickets are on sale now and are available at: https://www.kaaboodelmar.com
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• posted by dangum on march 24, 2017 |
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Live will be performing at Lollapalooza on August 5, 2017 in Chicago, IL.
Live, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Alabama Shakes and others will be peforming on June 24, 2017.
Tickets are on sale now at: https://www.lollapalooza.com
• posted by dangum on march 23, 2017 |
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Live will be part of the Arroyo Secco Weekend this June in Pasadena, CA.
Live, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Alabama Shakes and others will be peforming on June 24, 2017.
Tickets go on sale Monday and will be available at: https://www.arroyosecoweekend.com/
• posted by dangum on march 15, 2017 |
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Ed Kowalczyk and Chad Taylor appeared on Dutch NPO Radio 2 today to answer a number of fan asked questions. The interview was also livestreamed via Facebook. The 15 minute Q&A session can be watched here: https://www.facebook.com/TOP2000/videos/10154398961707215/
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• posted by dangum on march 10, 2017 |
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Ed Kowalczyk and Chad Taylor made an unannouced appearance at Amsterdam's Paradiso (Holland) today to announce that the band would be performing at the Pinkpop Festival.
Also on the bill for the June 5, 2017 show will be Kings of Leon (headlining), System of a Down, Passenger and Prophets of Rage.
The promo material for Pinkpop also featured a couple of new photos of the band that was taken in February this year. Click on the "Comments" link above to learn more.
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• posted by dangum on march 8, 2017 |
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Ed Kowalczyk was a guest on Volume ( SiriusXM Radio 106) this morning and spent around 45 minutes with Nik Carter and Lori Majewski talking about Live as well as taking a couple of audience calls. A summary of the interview as well as an MP3 of the show can be downloaded from the Fans of Live message board (click on the Comments link above).
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• posted by dangum on february 28, 2017 |
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The line-up for Bluesfest in Ottowa, Canada has been announced and Live will be headlining the July 14, 2017 date.
Tickets go on sale soon and will be available at: https://www.ottawabluesfest.ca/
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• posted by dangum on february 21, 2017 |
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Lancaster Online features a new interview with Chad Taylor.
The article is entitled "Q&A: Chad Taylor of Live details reunion with Ed Kowalczyk ahead of Millennium Music Conference keynote" and can be read at the link below:
http://www.lancasteronline.com/
• posted by dangum on february 19, 2017 |
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Ed Kowalczyk made an impromptu appearance during a Zoe LaBelle performance last night in York, PA. During an acoustic performance of Lightning Crashes by Zoe LaBelle (featuring Chad Taylor on acoustic guitar) Ed wandered on stage and joined LaBelle on vocals.
A couple of photos and a short video can be found at the link below:
Ed Kowalczyk + Chad Taylor appear at Zoe Labelle concert
• posted by dangum on february 18, 2017 |
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Chad Taylor has elaborated on his comments on Chris Shinn from the recent Rolling Stone magazine article.
Chad's Facebook message is posted below:
Chad Taylor
1 February ·
The entire experience of singing and playing the old songs was confusing for all of us (band and fans). Chris no more wanted to stand in Ed’s shoes, than Ed would have wanted to stand in his. When we began writing songs there were no constraints or pressures but as the demos started being created, Chris was suddenly faced with inside and outside pressure to make it a LIVE album. This was easy for PD, CG and me but even Jerry Harrison warned that the walls would/could close in on Chris. We broke this up by doing the Summerland Tour to get in touch with what it felt like to be a band in front of an audience. On this particular night, we were performing in a large amphitheater, the largest of the entire tour. The band were hitting our marks and finding our footing as a quartet, and the energy of the crowd was peaking just about the time we hit Lightning Crashes. These are the special moments where the audience and band merge; and hopefully where the spirit of a songs origination can return; where the crowd sings so loud we can melt into one. As I looked to my left to find my grounding, I saw Chris with his microphone extended to the crowd and my brain was shell shocked, “who is that? What’s happening?”
This a real and honest snapshot of what goes on during a performance for me, and what I experienced during many of the shows I performed with Chris. It doesn’t mean that he’s not a good person, or a great performer, and that I’m not grateful for his partnership. My thoughts are not all pretty and cleaned up, if anything its one big mess. For thirty-years of my life that figure on our stage was Ed, and from the view of my lens it was so surreal and odd to witness someone else in this position.
I doubt any interview would allow for that entire story or sentiment, but I was asked a direct question and shared a small piece of my experience, raw, unfiltered and incomplete. My comment certainly wasn’t meant to detract from the spirit of our collaboration, but I remain wholly happy that Ed is back in his rightful place, and that Chris no longer has to deal with the distractions of being the “replacement guy.” I’m sure I/we fucked this up along the way but there was no easy way to get to where we are today and really that’s all I care about. Yes, egos were bruised, but the music should only benefit from our journey. Chris will find his footing, and the original line-up of the band will produce some inspired tunes and shows.
In spirit - CT
Source: https://www.facebook.com/officialchadtaylor/posts/1247169198652174
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• posted by dangum on february 2, 2017 |
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Live is back!
Live performed their first show with Ed Kowalczyk since 2009 at the Valencia Ballroom in York, PA on the 31st of December 2016.
After a performance by local artist Zoe LaBelle, Live took the stage at approximately 11:45pm and played the following setlist:
1. Pain Lies on the Riverside
2. Operation Spirit
3. Beauty of Gray
-- NYE --
4. Lakini's Juice
5. Selling the Drama
6. All Over You
7. I Alone
8. Lightning Crashes
9. The Dolphin's Cry
10. White, Discussion
Also joining Live on stage was guitarist Zak Loy
For reviews, photos and a pro-shot video of the show check out the links below:
NYE Party At Think Loud Entertainment
[Video] LIVE - 2016-12-31 Valencia Ballroom, York, PA [480p]
• posted by dangum on january 1, 2017 (updated january 19) |
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Ed Kowalczyk conducted his first radio interview since officially rejoining the band on WMMR today. Ed announced that Live will be performing at the MMRBQ Festival as well as talking about his return to Live.
Listen to the entire interview at the link below:
https://www.mediafire.com/?rjcd7d451ma2kv1
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• posted by dangum on january 3, 2017 |
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Live reunites with Ed Kowalczyk |
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Live has confirmed that the band is reuniting with original singer and songwriter Ed Kowalczyk. Live's website was re-launched today with the following message:
"BAND IS NOW WRITING AND RECORDING NEW MUSIC FOR RELEASE TBA
The original line-up of +LIVE+--Ed Kowalczyk (vocals, guitar), Chad Taylor (guitar, backing vocals), Patrick Dahlheimer (bass) and Chad Gracey (drums, percussion)--have reunited for a worldwide tour including North America in 2017. The band is now writing and recording new music TBA. *See the Q&A with the band below.
Known as one of the most potent alternative rock acts and concert attractions--with their powerful musical dynamics, vocal fervor and questing lyrics--+LIVE+ will announce tour dates in the new year. The itinerary will be a mix of select headlining shows and key festival appearances.
The year 2017 will mark the 25th anniversary of their debut album Mental Jewelry (released December 31, 1991). The multi-platinum band from Pennsylvania have sold over 22 million albums worldwide and earned two number one albums (Throwing Copper, Secret Samadhi). Their catalog is filled with such gems as “Lightning Crashes,” “I Alone,” “All Over You,” and “Lakini’s Juice,” which live on today as classics on rock radio.
The original line-up of +LIVE+ performed their last show in July 2009 before going off in different directions. Rediscovering their friendship has healed old differences, setting the stage for the four members to come together to make music again."
For additional details check out Live's official website at:
http://www.freaks4live.com
• posted by dangum on december 12, 2016 |
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Today Live's official web site was updated and a countdown timer was added. The timer is due to reach zero in about 4 days time. Keep an eye on
http://www.freaks4live.com to find out what is in store next week.
[credit: Voodoo Lady / alexou]
• posted by dangum on december 8, 2016 |
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Ed Kowalczyk rejoins Live |
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Yesterday evening Live announced that after a 7 year absence Ed Kowalczyk would be returning to the band via their Facebook page. Ed also posted a photo confirming his inclusion on his Facebook profile.
Check out the links below for the latest information:
Live's Facebook cover photo
Ed Kowakczyk's Facebook post
• posted by dangum on november 17, 2016 |
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Ed Kowalczyk and Chad Taylor appear on York radio |
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Yesterday evening Ed Kowalczyk, Chad Taylor and Zoe Labelle appeared on York College radio station WVYC.
A video of the interview can be seen here below
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYs2Oj64gsw
[credit: LiveForNow]
• posted by dangum on october 25, 2016 |
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Live performs Lightning Crashes on Australian TV |
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The Turn - Australian tour edition |
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To celebrate Live's Australian tour, a special version of The Turn will be released on November 13, 2015.
The album includes the following 4 acoustic tracks:
I Alone (Acoustic)
Lightning Crashes (Acoustic)
Lakini's Juice (Acoustic)
Dolphin's Cry (Acoustic)
The CD can be purchased from the following retailers:
JB Hi-Fi
Sanity
Get Music
The album will also be available on iTunes.
• posted by dangum on november 8, 2015 |
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Video of Ed Kowalczyk + Tailor performing Angels On a Razor |
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Pro-shot footage has been uploaded to YouTube of Ed Kowalczyk and Tailor performing 'Angels On a Razor' in Cape Town, South Africa from September 26, 2015.
Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azVk5g7vNlI
• posted by dangum on november 5, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk dates for Canada (2016) announced |
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Ed Kowalczyk has announced 4 tour dates for Canada in 2016. Ed will continue his 'Throwing Copper' Unplugged 20th Anniversary tour.
March 7, 2016 Lethbridge, Canada (Average Joe's)
March 9, 2016 Saskatoon, Canada (TCU Place)
March 10, 2016 Regina, Canada (Conexus Arts Centre)
March 12, 2016 Winnipeg, Canada (Burton Cummings Theatre)
More details can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153847060028081
Additional Canadian dates will be announced shortly.
• posted by dangum on november 3, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk - Evanston, IL recording download |
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An excellent audience recording of Ed Kowalczyk's Evanston, IL acoustic Throwing Copper show is available for download in the Multimedia section of the forum.
Details about the recording can be found below:
Ed Kowalczyk
Space: Evanston, IL
October 24, 2015
Source: Schoeps MK4s > Tinybox > Sony PCM-M10 @ 24-bit / 44.1kHz
Location: Center ~30' back
Transfer: SD Card > Audacity (amplify/dither) > CDWave > TLH
Taper: tapeworm(48)
Setlist:
01 Intro
02 The Dam at Otter Creek
03 Selling the Drama
04 I Alone
05 Iris
06 Lightning Crashes
07 Top
08 All Over You
09 Shit Towne
10 T.B.D.
11 Stage
12 Waitress
13 Pillar of Davidson
14 White, Discussion
15 Horse
16 -Encore Break-
17 Lakini's Juice
18 Turn My Head
19 Seven
20 Heaven
21 Overcome
22 -Outro-
Notes: "Throwing Copper Unplugged" tour with Zak Loy.
M10 set at 6; Tinybox on mid gain. I leveled out the decibels prior to performing some clap removal, amplifying the entire file by +4dB and dithering. Otherwise this is a raw transfer with no fades or EQ.
Archive: Master WAV was archived @ 24-bit/44.1kHz and FLAC'd with cue sheet.
Taped and transferred by tapeworm(48)
Txt file compiled on 10/25/2015
*** DO NOT DISTRIBUTE IN LOSSY FORMATS. DO NOT SELL THIS RECORDING, TRADE IT FREELY ***
Download the show here: [Audio] Ed Kowalczyk 2015-10-24 Evanston, IL, "Throwing Copper Unplugged" tour with Zak Loy
• posted by dangum on november 2, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk - Bethlehem, PA recording download |
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A great audience recording of Ed Kowalczyk's Bethlehem, PA acoustic Throwing Copper show is available for download in the Multimedia section of the forum.
Details about the recording can be found below:
Ed Kowalczyk 2015-10-10
Arts Quest @ Steel Stacks
Bethlehem, PA
Source: iPhone 5s iOS 8.1.1 > Zoom IQ6 Mic > Zoom Handy Recorder WAV 2.0.0.56 [44.1khz / 16-Bit]
Transfer:
Audacity 2.01 > FLAC > Trader's Little Helper 2.7.0
Generation:
WAV [44.1khz / 16-Bit] > FLAC [Level 8]
Length:
133:32
Recorded, Transferred and Seeded by: livesoldier1
Throwing Copper Show - Arts Quest @ Steel Stacks
Setlist:
01 Dam At Otter Creek& (Beginning Cut) 0:00:00
02 Selling The Drama 03:14:00
03 I Alone 07:40:00
04 Iris 11:54:00
05 Lightning Crashes 17:05:00
06 Top 22:30:00
07 All Over You 25:47:00
08 Shit Towne 29:50:00
09 TBD 35:15:00
10 Stage 40:28:00
11 Waitress 44:15:00
12 Pillar of Davidson 48:48:00
13 White, Discussion 56:20:00
14 Stage 1:01:24:00
15 Encore Break 1:06:00:00
16 Lakini's Juice 1:07:30
17 Turn My Head 1:12:45:00
18 Seven 1:17:45:00
19 Heaven 1:23:12:00
20 Overcome 1:29:20:00
Notes:
Recorded left center of hall, 20 feet from ceiling sound system & Had recorder issue on beginning opening intro audio clip and start of The Dam at Otter Creek, so that is missing. Had some high levels which evened out mid song, edited track to fix distortion.
Lots of chatter from the people around me, as the setting was seats and tables in a dinner setting.
Honestly have to say the lap steel on White Disucssion is not good, nor was the solo rendition of Lakini's Juice. Tough to replicate the real band in any capacity on these old classics.
Ed seems to get drunker as the show grows on past the encore as he states and sounds, but what the heck, it's only rock n roll. Ed sounding better overall even though some songs, the pitchy falsetto still comes out. He is still using the autotune mic on songs like DAOC and WD where you can hear a lower edgier register. TBD was really great as was Stage.
**PLEASE DO NOT ENCODE TO LOSSY FORMATS OR SELL!**
Download the show here: [Audio] Ed Kowalczyk 2015-10-10 Bethlehem, PA
• posted by dangum on october 13, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk - Stafford Springs, CT recording download |
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An excellent audience recording of Ed Kowalczyk's Stafford Springs, CT acoustic Throwing Copper show is available for download in the Multimedia section of the forum.
Details about the recording can be found below:
Ed Kowalczyk ( Live )
2015-10-09
Stafford Palace Theater
Stafford Springs, CT
Superlux S502 ( O.R.T.F ) > Samson Co2 > Tascam DR-680 (16/44.1) > SD > Sonar X2 > Adobe Audition > Flac > Trader's Little Helper
Recorded & Mastered By Scott Medeiros
One Set:
01 Intro - Dam At Otter Creek
02 Selling The Drama
03 Throwing Copper Stage Banter
04 I Alone
05 Iris
06 The Little Song That Could Banter
07 Lightning Crashes
08 Top
09 All Over You
10 Shit Towne
11 TBD
12 Stage
13 Good Tippers Banter
14 Waitress
15 Pillar Of Davidson
16 Stafford Springs T- Shirt Banter
17 White Discussion
18 Horse
Encore:
19 Lakini's Juice -->
20 Turn My Head
21 Seven
22 Heaven
23 Connecticut Banter
24 Overcome
Check me out on Youtube and please Subscribe
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbLDkrWkBjNDP6-qzikPN5g
https://www.facebook.com/pages/MuzikWize-Live-Recordings/681543778579073?ref=hl
Download the show here: [Audio] Ed Kowalczyk 2015-10-09, Stafford Springs, CT
[credit: brianblank]
• posted by dangum on october 11, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalcyk interview at CHOM 97.7 Montreal |
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Chad Taylor interview (Fox Sports radio 670 AM) |
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Ed Kowalczyk interview by BalconyTV (South Africa) |
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Ed Kowalczyk interview on CHOM 97.7 with Bilal Butt |
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Live - Melbourne headlining show added to Australian tour |
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Live will be performing a single headlining show in Melbourne on their Australian tour supporting Def Leppard.
November 19, 2015 Melbourne, Australia (Forum Theatre)
Presale tickets go on sale August 6, while the public onsale date is August 10.
More information can be found here: Ticketmaster.com.au
• posted by dangum on august 3, 2015 |
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Live - Minnesota (Ribfest) date announced |
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Live has been announced as a last minute addition to the Ribfest festival in Mankato, MN.
August 8, 2015 Mankato, MN (Vetter Stone Amphitheater @ Ribfest 2015)
More information can be found here: Ribfest 2015
• posted by dangum on august 3, 2015 |
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Live - Charlotte, NC tour date announced |
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Live will be performing at the "End of Summer Weenie Roast" in Charlotte, NC on September 12, 2015. Also on the bill will be Stone Temple Pilots, Blues Traveler and Passion Pit.
Tickets go on sale this Friday from LiveNation
• posted by dangum on june 13 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk South African tour sells out |
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Ed Kowalczyk's 4 date South African tour has sold out within days of tickets going on sale. Ed will be in Durban and Johannesburg in September 2015
The following dates have been announced:
September 23, 2015 Johannesburg, South Africa (Big Top Arena)
September 24, 2015 Johannesburg, South Africa (Big Top Arena)
September 25, 2015 Cape Town, South Africa (Grand Arena)
September 26, 2015 Cape Town, South Africa (Grand Arena)
Tickets available at http://online.computicket.com/web/
• posted by dangum on june 12, 2015 (updated june 25) |
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Live to open for Def Leppard on Australian tour |
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Dates for a couple of Australian Live shows have appeared in Sydney and Melbourne newspapers. Live will be the support act for Def Leppard's Australian tour in November 2015.
The following dates have been announced:
November 17, 2015 Sydney, Australia (Qantas Credit Union Arena)
November 18, 2015 Melbourne, Australia (Rod Laver Arena)
November 21, 2015 Perth, Australia (Red Hill Auditorium)
Tickets for the Sydney and Melbourne shows go on sale June 11 at Ticketek
[Credit: Def Leppard Australia Facebook page]
• posted by dangum on may 24, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk announces Montreal dates (full band) |
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Ed Kowalczyk has announced two Montreal dates for October 2015. Ed will be performing Live's Throwing Copper in its entirety with a full band.
October 2, 2015 - Imperial Bell (Quebec City, Quebec Canada)
October 3, 2015 - Club Soda (Montreal, Quebec)
Ticketing details can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153399048023081
• posted by dangum on may 19, 2015 |
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Download HD footage of Live in Columbus (Rock on the Range) |
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Ed Kowalczyk final leg of Throwing Copper tour dates |
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The final leg of Ed Kowalczyk's acoustic Throwing Copper tour has been announced. The October US dates are listed below:
October 5, 2015 Port City Music Hall - Portland, ME
October 7, 2015 Tupelo Music Hall - Londonderry, NH
October 8, 2015 Tupelo Music Hall - Londonderry, NH
October 9, 2015 Palace Theater - Stafford Springs, CT
October 10, 2015 Musikfest Cafe at the ArtsQuest Center - Bethlehem, PA
October 13, 2015 Levoy Theatre - Millville, NJ
October 15, 2015 Tarrytown Music Hall - Tarrytown, NY
October 16, 2015 The Newton Theatre - Newton, NJ
October 17, 2015 Whitaker Center - Harrisburg, PA
October 18, 2015 The Hamilton - Washington, DC
October 20, 2015 New Mountain - Asheville, NC
October 21, 2015 The Kentucky Center Bomhard Theater - Louisville, KY
October 22, 2015 The Ark - Ann Arbor, MI
October 24, 2015 SPACE - Evanston, IL
For ticketing information, visit Ed's tour page on his website.
https://missinginkshop.com/eddieklive/tour-dates
• posted by dangum on may 14, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk interview on Rock 100.5 Atlanta |
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Secret Samadhi era concert recording download |
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An excellent audience recording of a Secret Samadhi concert is available for download in the Multimedia section of the forum.
The recording includes rarely performed tracks such as "Gas Hed Goes West" and the Psychedelic Furs cover "Love My Way". Details about the recording can be found below
Live
1997-03-16
Dallas, TX
Bronco Bowl
[ECM-717>D7] 16bit/48kHz
DAT>Echo Mia 2496 (via coax)>Cool Edit>Audition (normalization)>CD WAV>FLAC (level 5)
01 Rattlesnake
02 Unsheathed
03 Freaks
04 Graze
05 Turn My Head
06 Shit Towne
07 Heropsychodreamer
08 Iris
09 Ghost
10 Century
11 Waitress
12 Love My Way
13 Operation Spirit
14 Lakini's Juice
15 Gas Hed Goes West
16 Lightning Crashes
17 White, Discussion
Taped, transferred, and seeded by SM/Psychgrave.
[Audio] Live - 1997-03-16 Dallas, TX, Uncirculated DAT recording
• posted by dangum on may 10, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk interview on 102.5 The Bone |
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Show Me the Music: Ed Kowalczyk |
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Episode 8 of STL TV's "Show Me the Music" featured Ed Kowalczyk. Ed was interviewed by Ben Province in St Louis when he performed a show at Blueberry Hill.
The 14 minute interview can be seen on YouTube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OO4Mfy-Ld2c
• posted by dangum on april 7, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk interview Fox Sports radio 670 AM |
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1997 performance of Freaks on Australian TV |
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In 1997 Live toured Australia for Secret Samadhi and on their only live television appearance performed "Freaks" on "Hey Hey, It's Saturday".
Download a high quality MP4 or stream from YouTube at the link below:
Freaks - Hey Hey It's Saturday (1997), pro shot HQ video
• posted by dangum on march 11, 2015 |
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Ed Kowalczyk: Throwing Copper unplugged review |
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Are you thinking about seeing one of Ed Kowalczyk's Throwing Copper unplugged show this year? Do you want get some idea of what to expect? If yes, check out Jonny Rade's video review of Ed's show in Annapolis, MD from last week.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzb2RadsRQI
• posted by dangum on february 27 2015 |
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An Evening with Ed Kowalczyk video (Los Angeles, CA) |
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Late last year Ed Kowalczyk was featured in the AXS TV program "An Evening with Ed Kowalczyk at the Grammy Museum".
The program features an in depth interview with Ed along with an acoustic performance of Live's hits and Ed's solo material.
Ed Kowalczyk
2013-12-09
Grammy Museum
Los Angeles, CA
An Evening with Ed Kowalczyk at the Grammy Museum
Source: AXS TV > Comcast Cable > Motorola DCH3200 > Hauppauge HD PVR > SageTV > .ts
Transfer: VideoReDo (cuts and joining) > Trader's Little Helper v.2.6.0 > .md5, .torrent
Recorded & Seeded by brianblank
"It's only a memory if you don't record it"
Support the band by buying officially released music and seeing them on tour
Please do not profit from this recording in any way
Segments:
Interview #1
Interview #2 *
Performance #1: All Over You, Bottle of Anything
Performance #2: Heaven, Seven, Turn My Head
Performance #3: I Alone, Lightning Crashes @
* Minor glitch at ~12:26, appears to be in the broadcast
@ Macroblocking and audio drops in Lightning Crashes
Total Time: 48:53
Links to download the file along with a YouTube link can be found at the link below:
[Video] Ed Kowalczyk 2013-12-09, Los Angeles, CA, USA, An Evening with Ed Kowalczyk at the Grammy
[credit: brianblank]
• posted by dangum on february 9, 2015 |
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New material from Adam Kowalczyk (Promises) |
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Adam Kowalczyk has recently uploaded a brand new track to his Facebook page. A live version of "Promises" was performed at the Pullo Center in York, PA on November 18, 2014
Watch a video of the performance here:
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10155144759955508
• posted by dangum on december 10 2014 |
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Live - Amazon Front Row EP (3 tracks) |
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2014 FaceCulture interview with Chris Shinn and Chad Taylor |
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Ed Kowalczyk US tour third leg dates announced |
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The third leg of Ed Kowalczyk's "Throwing Copper" tour has been announced.
April 24, 2015 Seneca Niagra Casino - Niagra Falls, NY
April 25, 2015 The Swyer Theater @ The Egg - Albany, NY
April 26, 2015 Sellersville Theater 1894 - Sellersville, PA
May 8, 2015 House of Blues - Cambridge Room - Dallas, TX
May 9, 2015 House of Blues - Bronze Peacock - Houston, TX
May 11, 2015 City Winery - Nashville, TN
May 14, 2015 Ponte Vedra Concert Hall - Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
May 15, 2015 Capitol Theatre - Clearwater, FL
May 16, 2015 The Plaza Live - Orlando, FL
May 17, 2015 Culture Room - Fort Lauderdale, FL
See https://missinginkshop.com/eddieklive/tour-dates for booking details.
• posted by dangum on november 12 2014 |
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Ed Kowalczyk US tour second leg dates announced |
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The second leg of Ed Kowalczyk's "Throwing Copper" tour has been announced. The first and second legs of the tour can be seen below:
February 4, 2015 The Center for the Arts Natick, MA
February 5, 2015 Narrows Center for the Arts Fall River, MA
February 6, 2015 Flying Monkey Perf. Center Plymouth, NH
February 7, 2015 The Ridgefield Playhouse Ridgefield, CT
February 12, 2015 City Winery New York, NY
February 13, 2015 City Winery New York, NY
February 15, 2015 Boulton Ctr for the Perf. Arts Bay Shore, NY
February 20, 2015 Rams Head On Stage Annapolis, MD
February 21, 2015 Rams Head On Stage Annapolis, MD *** second show added
February 22, 2015 Altar Bar Pittsburgh, PA
February 24, 2015 House of Blues Cleveland, OH
February 25, 2015 Pasant Theatre at The Wharton Ctr E. Lansing, MI
February 27, 2015 Blueberry Hill – Duck Room St. Louis, MO
February 28, 2015 City Winery Chicago, IL
March 1, 2015 City Winery Chicago, IL
March 2, 2015 Cedar Cultural Center Minneapolis, MN
-- second leg --
March 22, 2015 Community Concert Hall - Durango, CO
March 24, 2015 Soiled Dove - Denver, CO
March 25, 2015 The State Room - Salt Lake City, UT
March 27, 2015 The Triple Door - Seattle, WA
March 28, 2015 The Triple Door - Seattle, WA
March 30, 2015 Yoshi's - Oakland, CA
April 1, 2015 Belly Up Tavern - Solana Beach, CA
April 2, 2015 Hard Rock Vinyl - Las Vegas, NV
April 4, 2014 Musical Instrument Museum - Phoenix, AZ
See https://missinginkshop.com/eddieklive/tour-dates for booking details.
• posted by dangum on october 30 2014 |
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The Turn - released today! |
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The Turn - available to stream at Amazon |
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Ed Kowaczyk - Angels on a Razor video released |
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The video for "Angels on a Razor" was released today on YouTube. This is the third video from the Ed Kowalczyk's album "The Flood and the Mercy" and completes the trilogy of "Seven" and "The One" which were all shot in York, PA. The video can be seen here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWifPC0OjdU
• posted by dangum on october 15, 2014 |
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"Don't Run to Wait" available for download |
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Live radio appearances on PA and NJ radio |
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Ed Kowalczyk - Up Close website launched |
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"Here's your chance to get up close and personal with Ed Kowalczyk!
Have you ever wished you could get a personalized, special message from Ed K for a friend, loved one or for your own special occasion? Maybe a "Happy
Birthday!", "Congratulations!", or even a personal performance for just you and your friends with through a video-chat? Well now you can!
In response to the many requests we've received from Ed's wonderful fans (like yourself), we are now offering a few options for your own personalized experience with Ed. Whether you'd like a short video, a mini-concert or a video-chat, we can personalize this just for you!"
Check out the site here: http://www.edkupclose.com/
• posted by dangum on october 9, 2014 |
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Additional shows added to Ed Kowalczyk Australian tour |
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Due to the Sydney and Melbourne shows selling out in record time and the multitude of requests for a Brisbane show, 2 new shows have been added to Ed Kowalczyk's 'I Alone' acoustic tour for November 2014.
The new dates are:
November 6, 2014 - Brisbane (The Tivoli)
November 9, 2014 - Sydney (Everest Theatre) [show #2]
Tickets can be ordered through http://www.livenation.com.au/artist/ed-kowalczyk-tickets
• posted by dangum on october 9, 2014 |
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Ed Kowalczyk 'Throwing Copper' Unplugged 2015 tour |
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Ed Kowalczyk will be embarking on a tour early next year, peforming Throwing Copper in an unplugged setting.
Dates for the first leg of the tour are below:
February 4, 2015 - The Center for the Arts Natick, MA
February 5, 2015 - Narrows Center for the Arts Fall River, MA
February 6, 2015 - Flying Monkey Perf. Center Plymouth, NH
February 7, 2015 - The Ridgefield Playhouse Ridgefield, CT
February 12, 2015 - City Winery New York, NY
February 13, 2015 - City Winery New York, NY
February 15, 2015 - Boulton Ctr for the Perf. Arts Bay Shore, NY
February 20, 2015 - Rams Head On Stage Annapolis, MD
February 22, 2015 - Altar Bar Pittsburgh, PA
February 24, 2015 - House of Blues Cleveland, OH
February 25, 2015 - Pasant Theatre at The Wharton Ctr E. Lansing, MI
February 27, 2015 - Blueberry Hill – Duck Room St. Louis, MO
February 28, 2015 - City Winery Chicago, IL
March 1, 2015 - City Winery Chicago, IL
March 2, 2015 - Cedar Cultural Center Minneapolis, MN
For further details and ticketing information see, https://edkowalczyk.com/tour-dates
[Credit: SJN1279]
• posted by dangum on october 8, 2014 |
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Ed Kowalczyk covers U2's "Where The Streets Have No Name" |
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Chris Shinn and Chad Taylor appear on 105.9 Pittsburgh |
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"Natural Born Killers" available to download |
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"We Open The Door" available to stream |
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Ed Kowalczyk adds Melbourne, Sydney and Perth tour dates |
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Ed Kowalczyk will be returning to Australia for the second time in 2014 to perform a small number of solo acoustic shows in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth.
The following dates have been added for November:
November 8, 2014 - Sydney, Australia (Seymour Centre)
November 10, 2014 - Melbourne, Australia (The Hi-Fi)
November 13, 2014 - Perth, Australia (Quarry Amphitheatre)
Tickets go on sale for the Sydney and Melbourne show next Friday, with a special pre-sale for LiveNation.com.au members this Tuesday.
Tickets to the Perth show are now on sale. Further details can be found at http://www.livefuss.com
• posted by dangum on september 26, 2014 |
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"Siren's Call" available on iTunes and to stream |
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"The Way Around Is Through" music video |
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"The Turn" - Album Preview Party |
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Live are offering fans the opportunity to listen to Live's new album prior to the release date and a private acoustic performance at their Think Loud studio in York, PA.
Details on how to purchase tickets to preview party can be found at: www.pledgemusic.com/projects/live/exclusives
$800 (40 available)
Inside Think Loud Studios with private acoustic performance + recording of this performance, also attend a cocktail party & photo op with band.
Friday October 17th
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Cocktail Party in LIVE Memorabilia Lounge
Food Catered By White Rose with Full Service Bar
6:30 – 7:00 pm Photo Op Station Available
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Acoustic Performance in Studio
CLOSE 10:00 pm
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$1,250 - 5 available
Everything from Album Preview Party, with overnight stay + breakfast with the band, with guided tour of York, Copper Demo’s
*5 Deluxe Couples Packages, 10 Total Guest (5 rooms, double occupancy)
Friday October 17th
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Cocktail Party in LIVE Memorabilia Lounge
Food Catered By White Rose with Full Service Bar
6:30 – 7:00 pm Photo Op Station Available
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Acoustic Performance in Studio
CLOSE 10:00 pm PARTY
Saturday October 18th
10:00 am Breakfast with the Band in Artist Kitchen Area
11:30 am Drive Deluxe Fans around York to all of LIVE’s Treasured Landmarks. (2 SUV’s)
1:00 pm Arrive Back at 210 York / Fans Depart
• posted by dangum on september 11, 2014 |
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"The Way Around Is Through" single released |
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The first single from Live's forthcoming album has been released. 'The Way Around Is Through" was released to radio today with the single being available for download on September 16, 2014.
You can listen to the track on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOEWabgpMmM
• posted by dangum on september 10, 2014 |
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Ed Kowalczyk covers R.E.M's "The One I Love" |
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CA, NY and European Live dates announced |
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Live has announced a number of European shows as well as shows in CA and NY.
*October 22, 2014 - New York, NY (Gramercy Theatre)
*October 28, 2014 - Los Angeles, CA (House of Blues)
*November 5, 2014 - London, England (Koko)
*November 6, 2014 - Antwerp, Belgium (Trix)
*November 7, 2014 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Melkweg Max)
November 8, 2014 - Lübeck, Germany (Rolling Stone Weekender)
*November 9, 2014 - Berlin, Germany (C-Club)
November 10, 2014 - Berlin, Germany (Bi Nuu)
*VIP packages are also available for the above dates. For $350 you will receive: 2 VIP access tickets to the show, soundcheck, meet & greet with the band, and 2 signed items of merch (poster/t-shirt). More info can be found here: www.pledgemusic.com/projects/live/exclusives
• posted by dangum on september 3, 2014 (updated: 9 september 2014) |
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Live's new album 'The Turn' available for pre-order |
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The name of Live's first album with new lead singer Chris Shinn has been announced. 'The Turn' is due for release on October 28, 2014 and is now available for pre-order at Pledgemusic.com
As well as being able to order the album on CD, fans will also be able to pledge for signed CDs and posters, exclusive t-shirts and posters as well as a 30 minute Skype session with Chad Taylor. Visit www.pledgemusic.com/projects/live for all the details.
The track listing for 'The Turn' will be:
1. Siren's Call
2. Don’t Run to Wait
3. Natural Born Killers
4. 6310 Rodgerton Dr.
5. By Design
6. The Way Around Is Through
7. Need Tonight
8. The Strength to Hold On
9. We Open the Door
10. He Could Teach the Devil Tricks
11. Till You Came Around
• posted by dangum on august 28, 2014 |
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Ed Kowalczyk audience recording Denver, CO |
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An excellent audience recording of Ed's acoustic (featuring Zak Loy) show in Denver Colorado from earlier this month is now available for download in the Multmedia Forum/ The setlist for the show is as follows:
Ed Kowalczyk
2014-08-07
Soiled Dove Underground
Denver, CO
Source: DPA 4060 > CA-Ugly > iRiver H120 (Rockboxed)
Transfer: H120 > USB > CD Wave (splitting) > Trader's Little Helper v.2.6.0 > .flac, .ffp, .torrent
Location: Dead center, seat 227
Recorded & Seeded by brianblank
"It's only a memory if you don't record it"
Spread the music, but please do not distribute MP3 or other lossy formats
Support the band by buying officially released music and seeing them on tour
Please do not profit from this recording in any way
01. All Over You
02. The Distance
03. The Great Beyond
04. Bottle Of Anything
05. All That I Wanted
06. The Dolphins Cry
07. Angels On A Razor
08. Selling The Drama
09. Seven
10. Pain Lies On The Riverside
11. Face And Ghost
12. Heaven
13. I Alone
14. [encore break]
15. Lakini's Juice
16. Horse
17. Shit Towne
18. Turn My Head
19. Overcome
20. Lightning Crashes
I Alone Acoustic tour
Ed Kowalczyk - Vocals and guitar
Zak Loy - Guitar, slide guitar, steel guitar, and backing vocals
• posted by dangum on august 14, 2014 |
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AXS TV to broadcast Ed Kowalczyk Grammy Museum show |
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Be sure to tune into AXS TV on August 11, 2014 (9pm ET) as they broadcast an Ed Kowalczyk acoustic show from the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles that was recorded on December 9, 2013.
• posted by dangum on july 30, 2014 |
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PCN TV interview with Chad Taylor and Patrick Dahlheimer |
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Audience shot concert videos of Live's new tracks |
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Live has been performing unreleased tracks from their forthcoming album during recent tour dates. A number of audience shot videos have appeared on YouTube. Recordings of "The Siren's Call", "Don't Run to Wait", "The Way Around" and "6310 Rogerton" can be viewed by clicking on the following link: YouTube videos of Live's new tracks
• posted by dangum on june 23, 2014 |
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DVD of Ed Kowalczyk performing Throwing Copper at Pinkpop 2014 with Nordpool Orchestra |
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An almost complete recording of Ed Kowalczyk's Pinkpop 2014 performance is now available for download. Ed performed the entirety of Throwing Copper with the Noordpol Orchestra at the iconic festival. Details on the recording and where you can download it are below:
Ed Kowalczyk & Noordpool Orkest
performing Throwing Copper
Pinkpop, Megaland, Landgraaf, The Netherlands
June 7, 2014
Mainstage 15:00-16:00
01. The Dam At Otter Creek
02. Selling The Drama
03. I Alone
04. Iris
05. Lightning Crashes
06. Top
07. All Over You
08. Shit Towne
09. T.B.D.
10. Stage
11. Waitress
12. Pillar Of Davidson
13. White, Discussion [not broadcast]
14. Overcome [not broadcast]
Broadcast on Dutch national television channel NPO Cultura, June 7, 2014.
Another tape from the Magnix Live Archive.
Magnix,
June 2014.
Uploaded to DIME on June 9, 2014 by Magnix.
++ BONUS ++
Ed Kowalczyk
Pinkpop, Megaland, Landgraaf, The Netherlands
June 7, 2014
"3 On Stage" session
1. Seven
2. I Alone (Live song)
Broadcast on Dutch national television channel NPO Cultura, June 8, 2014.
[Video] Ed Kowalczyk - 2014-06-07 Pinkpop (Throwing Copper), with Noordpool Orchestra
• posted by dangum on june 9, 2014 |
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Ed Kowalczyk Throwing Copper 20th Anniversary CD/DVD |
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On February 11th, 2014, I had one of the best concert experiences of my life thanks to you…my amazing fans. I performed Throwing Copper (front-to-back) in front of a sold-out Enmore Theatre in Sydney, Australia. I think back on it and still get chills.
I had a premonition that Sydney was going to be a special night, and thanks to the folks at Moshcam and Pledge Music, we were able to put together a very talented team of filmmakers to capture the concert, the fans, the energy and the overall experience in such a way that you will feel like you are there when you see it!
I am so excited to share this incredible concert and to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Throwing Copper with you through the CD/DVD. I send my heartfelt thanks to you all for your support in making this project become a reality with your pledge.
-Ed K
http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/throwingcopper20thanniversary
• posted by dangum on april 8, 2014 |
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Ed Kowalczyk 'The One' video released |
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'The One', Ed's second video from The Flood and the Mercy has been released and is viewable online at Vimeo.
'The One', is the second part of a trilogy of videos that were recorded in the York, PA area. The video clip can be viewed by clicking the following link: http://vimeo.com/86638981
• posted by dangum on march 19, 2014 |
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Live to perform at Rock Fest (WI) |
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Another summer tour has been announced. Live will be appearing at the 3 day Rock Fest festival in Cadott, WI on July 19, 2014.
The current lineup includes: Aerosmith, Cheap Trick, Sammy Hagar, REO Speedwagon, Cheap Trick, Steel Panther, P.O.D and a number of other bands.
Tickets go on sale February 22 - more information can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/rockfestcadott
• posted by dangum on february 17, 2014 |
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Live Englewood, NJ show announced |
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Live will be performing at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, NJ on June 19, 2014. Tickets are $55, $45 and $35 and can be purchased from:
http://www.bergenpac.org/events/detail/live
• posted by dangum on february 6, 2014 |
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Live Verona, NY show announced |
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Live has been confirmed at Turning Stone Casino in Verona, NY ON June 18, 2014.
Tickets go on sale today at 10am. Contact the box office at 315-361-SHOW. Tickets are $50, $55 and $60.
[Credit: pezhead315]
• posted by dangum on february 3, 2014 |
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Live Atlantic City show announced |
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Live will be performing in Atlantic City, NJ this summer. The following details were added to Ticketmaster.com
June 20, 2013 - Atlantic City, NJ (Revel Ovation Hall)
A pre-sale for this date begins on Wednesday and a general on-sale date for this Friday.
Get your tickets from Ticketmaster
[Credit: Wherefishesgo88]
• posted by dangum on january 7, 2014 |
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Download 10 CD compilation of Live rarities and b-sides |
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+LIVE+
THE COMPLETE B-SIDES & RARITIES COLLECTION
10 DISC SET
5 DOUBLE-CD VOLUMES
compilation & artwork by ridleybradout
FAN-MADE PROJECT – NOT FOR SALE
**TRADE FREELY BUT DO NOT CONVERT & DISTRIBUTE AS MP3**
"The 1990’s and early 2000’s were not only a glorious time for the band +Live+, but for collectors of B-sides and rarities. Before the death of the CD single circa-2009, collectors used to scour record stores for these highly sought after (and often import only) releases, containing unique tracks such as covers, live performances, acoustic versions and remixes. Radio stations put out CD compilations of songs recorded in their studios and the band themselves gave their fanclub members Holiday Gifts featuring rare tracks. Some lucky fans were even able to obtain promotional versions of albums and singles containing rare outtakes and alternate versions of songs, which they kindly shared with the rest of the +Live+ fan community.
This ambitious project aimed to bring together every +Live+ track that has appeared on an officially released single, holiday gift, soundtrack, compilation or promo.
Many of these tracks have been circulating among fans as mp3s over the years, but this is the first time they have been collected together and shared in lossless format.
The discs have been arranged in chronological order and aimed to keep distinct eras of the band's history to separate discs. The radio edits have been collected on Disc 9, which serves as an alternate 'Greatest Hits', while remixes and side-projects etc. have been collected on Disc 10.
As a bonus, some unreleased songs taken from demo session tapes are included on Disc 8. While these tracks have been traded among fans previously, the versions included here have been expertly remastered by my fellow compilation enthusiast JWB, so this is the best sound quality these songs have ever been available in. You'll probably notice the biggest improvement in Hold Me Up and Susquehanna, which have undergone significant tape hiss reduction, time correction and now have an increased dynamic range. Hopefully one day the band will put out properly mastered versions of these and other unreleased songs.
A huge thanks to my fellow fans at www.fansoflive.com who contributed to this project and to Dangum especially for running the site and keeping the +Live+ fan community alive after all these years.
A special thanks to BerlinOne who fact-checked the liner notes, and to Swami whose website www.livediscography.com was extremely valuable in compiling this collection.
Enjoy and please support +Live+ and Ed in their future endeavours."
+Live+ The Complete B-Sides & Rarities Collection, 10CD FLAC set available for download here!
[Credit: ridley]
• posted by dangum on january 1, 2014 |
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Chad Taylor responds to Rolling Stone article |
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Chad Taylor has responded to the Ed Kowalczyk's Rolling Stone article. A copy of Taylor's reponse is copied below.
Update: Live settles lawsuits, Ed Kowalczyk opens up to Rolling Stone
FlipSide staff
Posted: 11/21/2013 11:37:45 AM EST
In a recent Rolling Stone interview, Ed Kowalczyk talked about his split with Live, the lawsuits and his new solo tour. Read the entire Rolling Stone interview.
In 2009, Live, a rock group that formed in York, went on hiatus. Soon afterward, its members became embroiled in a legal battle.
In a suit filed May 2010 in New York, band members Patrick Dahlheimer, Chad Gracey and Chad Taylor alleged lead singer Kowalczyk and the band's longtime manager, David Levin, violated terms of a contract. Then, in July 2012, Action Front Unlimited, a corporation that owns trademarks for Live, filed a federal lawsuit against Kowalczyk for branding himself "Ed Kowalczyk of Live" while one a solo tour.
On Thursday, Taylor confirmed that both parties have since reached a settlement, thus ending the legal drama.
The civil suit documents reflect a settlement had been reached out of court in March.
Taylor said that he read what Kowalczyk said to Rolling Stone, but wasn't phased.
"Haven't we heard enough about it?" he asked. "We are all satisfied with the lawsuit (settlement). We reached a compromise. I'm very comfortable with how everything worked out. Everything that we've done ... Ed and the three of us, at least in the most recent months, is just to try and get over this."
Taylor said he wishes Kowalczyk well, and even sent him a bottle of wine before his Nov. 9 concert at Penn State York's Pullo Family Performing Arts Center.
But Taylor said that he did take issue with a few of Kowalczyk's words to Rolling Stone about his role in the creation of Live's music.
"Ed deserves his credit for his contributions to the substantial success of Live," Taylor said. "He is not the sole copyright holder. This was a collaboration. I am not upset about Ed promoting his (solo) work. I do not want to inflame this."
Taylor said he reached out to the the Rolling Stone writer and extended an invitation to talk.
In the meantime, Live, with new lead singer Chris Shinn, has a dozen new tracks recorded and plans to release an album in the coming months. He said his ultimate goal is to ask for forgiveness and try to forgive.
"We plan to continue to make Live songs and work on projects to benefit the community," he added.
Source: http://www.flipsidepa.com/live/ci_24570284/ed-kowalczyk-opens-up-rolling-stone-about-split
• posted by dangum on november 22, 2013 |
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Ed Kowalczyk discusses lawsuit in Rolling Stone magazine |
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Ed Kowalczyk recently gave his side of the story regarding the breakup of Live and the multiple lawsuits that Chad Taylor, Patrick Dahlheimer and Chad Gracey pursued against him.
A copy of the article is printed below:
Ed Kowalczyk Opens Up About His Ugly Split With Live
'I have been completely dumbfounded by their activities and actions over the last four years,' he says
By Lori Majewski
November 20, 2013 3:20 PM ET
Back in the Nineties, Live frontman Ed Kowalczyk was a bald, often bare-chested heir apparent to Bono, commanding arena-sized sing-alongs to hit after hit from the band's eight-million-selling smash, Throwing Copper.
"Lightning Crashes," "Selling the Drama," "I Alone": nearly 20 years later, the set list still promises these and other fan favorites, like "Heaven" and "The Dolphin's Cry." But it's a different sized crowd: Kowalczyk's recent Manhattan concert took place at the 161-capacity Joe's Pub. And his shirt stayed on.
Onstage, things are different too. True to the title of his current back-to-basics trek – the "I Alone Acoustic Tour," which is now midway through its North American leg – Kowalczyk is the sole performer. Conspicuously absent are the singer's former bandmates, the trio of friends with whom he formed Live to play in a middle-school talent show. After a quarter of a century with the group, Kowalczyk and Live parted ways when the singer was slapped with a 2010 breach-of-contract lawsuit by Patrick Dahlheimer (bass) and the Chads, Chad Gracey (drums) and Chad Taylor (guitar), who were seeking money from a publishing deal that Kowalczyk had entered into several years earlier. Then, in 2012, Live – technically, Action Front Limited, the company that holds the band's trademarks – hit the singer with an infringement suit. Kowalczyk counter-sued.
While the others took to social media and sent an email blast to Live fan club members to tell their side of the story (among the grievances: Taylor alleged that Kowalczyk demanded a $100,000 "lead singer bonus" to appear at a 2009 festival), Kowalczyk has remained silent.
Until now. With both suits settled and a second solo album, The Flood and the Mercy (Harbour Records Inc./Universal), featuring the single "Seven," just released, Kowalczyk recently opened up to Rolling Stone about the plan for a two-year hiatus from Live that led to the permanent split, his feelings about his former bandmates and how he managed to channel his anger and frustration into his music. "It was the hardest thing I've ever dealt with," he says, "but it was the greatest gift I was given."
You weren't kidding when you named this the I Alone Tour. At Joe's Pub, there wasn't even a roadie to hand you a guitar. What's it like out there on your own?
I am having the time of my life, and that's hard for people to understand. They think, "Gosh, you guys were selling so many records and so many tickets. You were all over the radio. Now you're playing these acoustic shows, and it's more humble environs." And I go, "Yeah, but in many ways, I'm more fulfilled and having a better time now than I ever did."
In which ways?
There's so much more life lived behind the songs. The fans have grown with the music, and they're still finding inspiration in it. It feels like everything has come full-circle. In these intimate environments, people get to really tune into the core of what the songs are about. Even though the music starts this way, with just me and a guitar, I've never presented it this way onstage before.
You've been saying that this tour and this album represent a new start for you, but it's your second solo record. Did it just take you a while to get to where you wanted to go?
With the first album [2010's Alive], I maybe bright-sided it just a little too much. In some ways [The Flood and the Mercy] is a more honest record than the first one. It's unmapped terrain for me, heading out into the unknown after 20 or more years of knowing the territory so well – almost too well. So The Flood and the Mercy came from that: There's this tumult and this huge energy of the water that can be destructive, but it can also be kind of a rebirth, because you wipe the slate clean. And then you get the mercy, this new experience and new joy.
But before the joy, there was the pain of parting ways with your longtime friends in a very acrimonious way. You've never really talked about it publicly before. Why?
I avoided it, not because I didn't want to talk about it, but because I felt like it was such a distraction. This was supposed to be a new, bright moment in my career, and I wanted people to focus on that.
You guys were like a band of brothers – the pride of York, Pennsylvania. When did all the trouble start?
After 20-something years, it was time for a rest, and we all agreed to it. We agreed on a two-year hiatus in 2009: we'd wind Live down, the whole machine, and everybody would go do their thing. We played the last show that summer in Long Island, then there was this nightmare of legal stuff that started pretty much immediately. For me, it absolutely was a natural progression [that I would want to pursue solo projects], but there was this unforeseen, incredible fallout that those guys generated against me that was really shocking.
What was the gist of that first lawsuit?
They sued me [over] this years-old publishing agreement that we had totally agreed to already. All of a sudden there was this loophole or this problem with it. I'd always been the writer, always wrote the lyrics, melodies and most of the music in Live, and I wanted to have my own publishing company and not a joint one. I wanted to move on and start another aspect of my recording career with the solo records, and they totally agreed to it back in 2006. So they dredged this thing up and said they were misled, which is totally untrue. It was practically out of the statutes of limitations, from what I was told. And it was just totally malicious. They just threw it at me to knock me down around the release of [Alive], which increased the shock and awe of it. I'd never been sued before in my life.
At this point you were still a member of Live – you'd planned to reunite with the band after doing the solo record. Why would they want to threaten the future of the band?
I think it was just anger that I was going to go and do something without them. It's really hard for me to say what their motivations were, or are. I have been completely dumbfounded by their activities and actions over the last four years. I was just trying to move forward and find that energy, that passion again. At the same time that all of this was happening, I was having some of the best shows of my career. One of the first things I did was sing with the Metropole Orchestra in Holland. I was reconnecting with the fans in this amazing, new, intimate and powerful way. I was writing great music. So, for me, it was just weird. I was having this incredible renaissance of joy in what I was doing, but at the same time, there was the contrast of literal legal siege being brought to my doorstep. They had this malicious program of dropping these legal bombs on me when my [first solo] record came out, on my birthday, on Christmas Eve. Every day I had to compartmentalize the fact that these guys who called themselves my friends for most of my life weren't.
The second lawsuit was over trademark infringement: they didn't want you to say that you were "of" the band Live. [Kowalczyk is now referred to as "formerly of Live."
It's been a problem coming as a solo artist after being known as [the singer with] Live for so long, and having to inform the public and, at the same time, abide by these agreements that I've made. It just seems silly to me, and unnecessary.
At what point did you realize that you were going to have to leave the band?
[After the first lawsuit], when things had risen to such a stupid level. It's kind of hard, if not impossible, to come back from a breach of trust that a lawsuit represents.
Did you find it hard to concentrate on writing new music with all of this going on?
In some weird, crazy way that life works, I feel that there's a depth with The Flood and the Mercy that wouldn't be there [if not for the strife]. It's really lemonade from lemons. I just kept trying to use it as grist for the mill. And it made the record and made my shows better. I just used the gifts that I had been given to provide this catharsis for myself, to get through things and to see the bright side, and, at the same time, not deny the fact that I was going through some really shitty stuff.
You played York last week. How'd it go?
Honestly, it felt like a real big hug. The fans are proud of me, they're proud of my accomplishments. I think they're proud, too, of how I handled what turned into a breakup. I did not disparage anybody online. I kept it really quiet. In fact, I didn't talk about it until now, really, in any real way. And I think they appreciated that. Because those guys were being horrible online, just vitriolic and really nasty – really insulting, really dark commentary about me and my record, and making fun of it. I didn't care, but I really wanted to save the fans from that kind of shit, and I tried by taking – I guess they call it the high road. I think the fans appreciate that they could come to my site and get new releases and that they weren't going to get a bunch of tit-for-tat. There's the aspect of being sued for the first time, then there's the aspect of me, being the lyricist and melodist and songwriter in Live, being the communicator of the spirit of it from my heart to so many people for so many years. To have somebody use that credibility that had been developed for so long, over so much touring, to have them air this dirty laundry – and have it be false – really was the hardest thing for me to deal with. Because they were trying to rupture . . . They didn't succeed because, clearly, it's stronger than ever, my relationship with my fans. But what I felt most insulted and hurt by was the fact that the fans didn't deserve that. Here was this relationship that I had built that they were trying, really, to damage and to disrupt. And that really hurt. That was the hardest thing to take.
Live has a new singer [Chris Shinn, formerly of Unified Theory].
And they're not being real clear about who's in it anymore. They obfuscate that it's not the real band. They don't say that it's not the original [lineup]. They just kind of go out and surprise people, and it's really sort of lame.
You worked with Peter Buck on quite a few tracks on The Flood and the Mercy. R.E.M. handled their split in a very different way. Did you two compare experiences?
One of the things that I really appreciate about R.E.M. now, more than ever, is how Peter described to me how those guys decided to take a break – or end it or whatever it's going to be, we'll see – and how congenial, how brotherly and how respectful of each other those guys were, in contrast to my situation. It made me that much more of a fan.
Source: Rolling Stone - Ed Kowalczyk Opens Up About His Ugly Split With Live
• posted by dangum on november 20, 2013 |
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Ed Kowalczyk on Rover's Morning Glory |
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On November 15, 2013 Ed Kowalczyk made an early appearance on Rover's Morning Glory. Ed was interviewed by Rover and also performed 2 tracks live in the studio (Seven, Lightning Crashes).
Videos of both tracks can be seen below:
Lightnng Crashes
Seven
Edit: The full 42 minute broadcast has been uploaded to YouTube.
Ed Kowalczyk - full interview and songs
• posted by dangum on november 15, 2013 (updated: 16 november 2013) |
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Ed Kowalczyk on Lighting 100 (Nashville) |
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"Ed Kowalcyk, the former lead singer of Live, stopped by the Lightning 100 studio before his show at the Franklin Theatre, Thursday November 14th, 2013. We listened to a track from his new solo album, The Flood and the Mercy and he played a track live solo acoustic."
A video of the brodcast can be seen here:
https://soundcloud.com/lightning100/ed-kowalcyk-performance-and/s-aXfYW
• posted by dangum on november 14, 2013 |
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Ed Kowalczyk on Q104.3 (New York) |
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Article on Live's business interests appears in Central Penn News Journal |
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Live concert download Facebook group launched |
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A new Facebook group has been launched where fans can download high quality live concert recordings.
Check out the "Live Rock Portal" here: www.facebook.com/liverockportal
• posted by dangum on november 13, 2013 |
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Ed performs with The Blind Boys of Alabama |
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While in Kentucky, Ed took the opportunity to perform with The Blind Boys of Alabama for the WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour. A video of the performance can be found on Ed's Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10152039309298081
• posted by dangum on november 11, 2013 |
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Ed Kowalczyk - live from Gothamist House |
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"In late October, just before his solo album The Flood And The Mercy was released, we invited Ed Kowalczyk (who you know as the former lead singer of Live) to Ridgewood, Queens to play us some songs. Kowalczyk performed two new songs from his album (which, by the way, features R.E.M.'s Peter Buck), as well as "I Alone," and a surprise Bruce Springsteen cover! Tonight he plays his second sold out show in New York, before continuing on with his tour (we highly recommend checking him out if you can). Below, the latest in our Gothamist House series."
http://gothamist.com/2013/11/07/live_from_gothamist_house_ed_kowalc.php
• posted by dangum on november 8, 2013 |
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Download a recording of Ed Kowalczyk's Turntable.com session |
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"Ed Kowalczyk live, acoustic at Turntable.com in New York City on October 29, 2013. An exclusive 10-song performance only available on BitTorrent."
A recording of Ed's Turntable.com performance can be downloaded via the following link:
Ed Kowalczyk Turntable Live Acoustic
The recording consists of the following tracks:
1 Seven (acoustic)
2 All That I Wanted (acoustic)
3 Bottle of Anything (acoustic)
4 The Garden (acoustic)
5 I'm On Fire (acoustic)
6 Pillar of Davidson (acoustic)
7 Nobody Knows (acoustic)
8 The One (acoustic)
9 Holy Water Tears (acoustic)
10 Angels On A Razor (acoustic)
• posted by dangum on november 1, 2013 |
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Behind the scenes footage from the shooting of Ed Kowalczyk's The Flood and The Mercy album cover |
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Have you wondered whether the photo on the cover of The Flood and The Mercy was photoshopped? Well, the answer is a definite "no". Ed has posted some behind the scenes footage of how the shot was taken.
Take a look here: www.facebook.com/edkowalczyk/posts/10151981842603081
• posted by dangum on october 23, 2013 |
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Live - Atlantic City (Throwing Copper show) recording available |
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An audience recording of Live's 'Throwing Copper' front-to-back show from Atlantic City has surfaced. The entire performance is available for download in the Multimedia area of the Fans of Live forum.
Details of the recording are listed below:
Live
2013-10-05
House Of Blues
Atlantic City, NJ
Source: DPA 4060 > CA-Ugly > iRiver H120 (Rockboxed)
Transfer: H120 > USB > CD Wave (splitting) > Trader's Little Helper v.2.6.0 > .flac, .ffp, .torrent
Location: Dead Center, in front of sound board, ~30' back
Recorded & Seeded by brianblank
"It's only a memory if you don't record it"
Spread the music, but please do not distribute MP3 or other lossy formats
Support the band by buying officially released music and seeing them on tour
Please do not profit from this recording in any way
01. The Dam At Otter Creek
02. Selling The Drama
03. I Alone
04. Iris
05. Lightning Crashes
06. Top
07. All Over You
08. Shite Towne
09. t.b.d.
10. Stage
11. Waitress
12. Pillar Of Davidson
13. White, Discussion
14. {encore break]
15. Pain Lies On The Riverside
16. The Dolphin's Cry
17. Lakini's Juice
18. [thank yous]
19. Horse *
* Chris Thorn on slide guitar and Dana Alexandra on accompanying vocals
Click on the following link for download links for the show
[Audio] Live 2013-10-05 House Of Blues, Atlantic City, NJ, Throwing Copper in it's entirety
• posted by dangum on october 17, 2013 |
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