Gentle Giant - PLAYING THE FOOL: THE COMPLETE LIVE EXPERIENCE - CHRB1133

Gentle Giant - Playing The Fool: The Complete Live Experience - CHRV1133

Playing The Fool - The Complete Live Experience (2025 Remaster)

Gentle Giant

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Cat No: CHRB1133

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Release Date: 02 May 2025

Label: Chrysalis Records

Packaging Type: Brilliant Case (Jewel Case size, Holds 2 CDs)

No of Units: 3

Barcode: 0810098507486

Genres: Rock

Release Date: 02 May 2025

Label: Chrysalis Records

Packaging Type: Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units: 3

Barcode: 0840401712108

Genres: Rock

Description

Originally released in January 1977, Playing The Fool captured Gentle Giant at the peak of their live performance prowess. Now, over 45 years later, the beloved live album has been re-imagined, mixed and mastered, bringing a fresh level of clarity and depth to the Gentle Giant live experience.
Produced by Dan Bornemark, who has worked extensively with the band on archival projects, The Complete Live Experience captures the full scope of the band's artistry as they were meant to be heard, including restored in-between-song commentary, band introductions and authentic venue ambience. It features the complete full original setlist, plus three unreleased tracks -- 'Interview', 'Timing' and Ray Shulman's solo violin feature.
Available as a 2CD/Blu-rayin 96/24 Stereo, 5.1 surround sound and Dolby Atmos, this release gives fans the ultimate Gentle Giant experience as never before, with stunning clarity and spatial audio that places the listener right in the middle of the show. It's the definitive version of a legendary live performance from one of progressive rock's most unique and influential bands.
- Includes double sided poster and exclusive booklet with photos and new band interviews for all formats.
- Full Original Setlist: Includes the complete performance from 1977, plus three previously unreleased tracks.
- Immersive Audio: Includes Dolby Atmos, 5.1 surround sound, and 96/24 stereo, placing listeners in the heart of the performance.
- A fan favorite and beloved live album that captured Gentle Giant at the height of their artistry.
- CD/Blu-ray contains over 90 minutes of stunning newly created visuals
Description

The iconic 1977 live album, now fully reimagined, mixed, and mastered for an immersive experience!
Available on triple LP, The Complete Live Experiencedelivers the ultimate Gentle Giant live performance as it was originally intended. Complete with restored in-between-song commentary, band introductions, and the authentic ambience of each venue.
It features the full original setlist including three unreleased tracks--Interview, Timing, and Ray Shulman's solo violin feature--plus alternate performances.
Mixed and produced by Dan Bornemark, The Complete Live Experience brings a fresh level of clarity and depth to Gentle Giant's live recordings, capturing the full scope of the band's artistry as they were meant to be heard.
- 3LP pressed on black vinyl and housed in tri-fold sleeve
- Double Sided Poster
- Exclusive booklet with photos and new band interviews
Extended liner notes by Alan Kinsman
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