That's the Way of the World: Alive in '75 [Live] [Original recording remastered]

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The term "'70s arena band" doesn't usually suggest a platoon of seasoned black musicians in neo-space togs fervently preaching a utopian musical ideal in which the boundaries of jazz, funk, soul, and pop melt away into one monster, transcendental groove. Meet Maurice White's visionary Earth, Wind & Fire at the peak of its powers and popularity. This 11-track live album is culled from recently uncovered tapes recorded at 1975 EW&F arena shows across the East Coast in support of their classic That's the Way of the World album. Such is their self-confidence that they open with the album's massive hit, "Shining Star," an ambitious gambit that sets the tone for everything that follows. White demonstrates a generous mix-master sense when he invites jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis to sit in on an improv-rich rendition of "Sun Goddess," while That's the Way's title track and "Reasons" also receive lengthy workouts that remind listeners that EW&F was one of the original--and most accomplished--"jam bands." If anything, this is an album that will likely leave EW&F fans yearning for more. --Jerry McCulley

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Average customer rating: It's ok Better than "Gratitude!" the real thing, and it feels good not up to Maurices' standards... Outshines "Gratitude"'s Live Content

That's the Way of the World: Alive in 75 Earth Wind & Fire Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Live in Rio Earth Wind & Fire - Greatest Hits Live Gratitude That's the Way of the World: Alive in 75 The Need of Love ASIN: B000065AQZ Release Date: 2002-04-23

Tracks:

1. Overture
2. Shining Star
3. Happy Feelin'
4. Yearnin' Learnin'
5. Sun Goddess
6. Interlude=20
7. Evil
8. Kalimba Story
9. Reasons
10. Mighty Mighty
11. That's the Way of the World

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The term "'70s arena band" doesn't usually suggest a platoon of seasoned black musicians in neo-space togs fervently preaching a utopian musical ideal in which the boundaries of jazz, funk, soul, and pop melt away into one monster, transcendental groove. Meet Maurice White's visionary Earth, Wind & Fire at the peak of its powers and popularity. This 11-track live album is culled from recently uncovered tapes recorded at 1975 EW&F arena shows across the East Coast in support of their classic That's the Way of the World album. Such is their self-confidence that they open with the album's massive hit, "Shining Star," an ambitious gambit that sets the tone for everything that follows. White demonstrates a generous mix-master sense when he invites jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis to sit in on an improv-rich rendition of "Sun Goddess," while That's the Way's title track and "Reasons" also receive lengthy workouts that remind listeners that EW&F was one of the original--and most accomplished--"jam bands." If anything, this is an album that will likely leave EW&F fans yearning for more. --Jerry McCulley

Customer Reviews:

It's ok.......2007-01-30

I nearly have everything of EWF so I saw this on Amazon and I had to have it. It's pure without any digital equipment. Some songs are played in a different way but if you have: Gratitude [EXTRA TRACKS] [ORIGINAL RECORDING REISSUED] [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED]
than this one you have to buy too! They are like brothers and they have to be together, it's ok...

Better than "Gratitude!".......2004-02-21

I couldn't disagree more with the reviews here! Maybe I'm just too used to "Gratitude" of which I have owned three copies. I never bought this until recently and I LOVE this CD! I actually find the performances on this CD to be more polished and energetic than those on the other CD. "Sun Goddess" actually features Ramsay Lewis on keyboards here, and "Evil" and "Kalimba Story" just smoke on "Alive in 75." As mentioned previously by another reviewer, I prefer these performances of "Reasons" and "TTWOtW."

To each his own I guess, but this CD hasn't been removed from my CD player for two weeks now! I still love "Gratitude," but this CD is now my favorite live CD of all time! Just getting a chance to hear the finest live band EVER, plus two of the best guitarists in Johnny Graham and Al McKay is a REAL treat! If only there were a DVD video for this concert recording!

the real thing, and it feels good.......2004-02-20

I love this release. Some other reviewers talk about it not being polished,etc. That's the whole point. I love the "Gratitude" album yes, but this is better in that there are no overdubs, while on Gratitude there are plenty, mainly vocal. Also the arrangements here are more controlled and not full volume all the time. For example i like the version of "Reasons" here better than the Gratitude one. For one, Bailey's vocalizing during the breakdown are so much more soulful. Also the tempo is a little slower and not rushed sounding. More dynamics between the band here too. Plus "Kalimba Story" is almost too good! When the guitar comes in during the drum break..look out..they start throwin down. I recommend this to any EWF fan. This is before they became real huge and crossed over more. And this is the way it would have sounded, no effects, overdubs,etc. Check it out!

not up to Maurices' standards..........2003-08-31

This disc is recommended only for the hardcore fan. Columbia released this I'm sure without the blessing of Maurice. This cd is the sound of a band in development...wavering tempos,sloppy playing, amateurish and unrefined. I'm a BIG EWF fan, but no way can I recommend this cd just because I love the group. For a tight sound and great improvisational playing, I suggest 1980's recording "Live in Rio" released in 2002. For great sound but no horns - try "Greatest Hits Live" recorded in Tokyo in 1996 with Maurice. (His last tour, I believe. Graditude is also a more polished effort than Live in 75' and recorded only six months later

Outshines "Gratitude"'s Live Content.......2003-07-23

On a whole "Gratitude" with it's studio tracks is a better buy. But the live performance rises a few degrees higher than "Gratitude". If you really want to show off EWF- play this jam for your friends.

Average customer rating: Displeased! AN ABSOLUTE MUST HAVE!!! Superb 5.1 Remix

That's the Way of the World: Alive in 75 Earth Wind & Fire Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Gratitude Dark Side of the Moon 30th Anniversary Edition Gloria Estefan - Greatest Hits That's the Way of the World: Alive in 75 Hourglass ASIN: B000068TOG Release Date: 2002-09-10

Customer Reviews:

Displeased!.......2007-03-18

Maybe I should have paid attention but I never saw that this CD can only be used via a SACD player only. I don't have one, the CD's open, and I just blew $20 for nothing... Too much hassle to try and send back. Frustrated; I assume when I purchase a CD that it will work on a "standard" CD player without reading the fine print. Pay attention!!

AN ABSOLUTE MUST HAVE!!!.......2005-05-13

I listen to EWF music atleast 5 days a week, for the past 30
years! I didn't know this live album was out there. I'm so happy
I bought it! This cd has an incredible live version of, Reasons!
You'll get to hear EWF in their prime! Philip Baileys voice is at
it's greatest, and so is Maurices! The horn section sounds the
best it ever sounded too! If you love this incredible group as
much as I do, You must buy this cd, YOU'LL BE VERY HAPPY U DID!

Superb 5.1 Remix.......2004-12-20

Alive in '75 and Gratitude both showcase the phenomenal sound of EWF on their 1975 world tour. The Super Audio CD(SACD) format is the ultimate playback format. Both SACD's have clarity, dynamic range and a sense of being eveveloped in the sound.

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