{djb} Posted September 17, 2015 Share Posted September 17, 2015 (edited) Hello my fellow zepheads, this is my first post here. What do you believe to be the best overall (performance AND sound quality) available bootleg? I've been doing some hunting to add to my collection, so I was curious as to what other diehard fans consider the most essential bootleg. Yes I know there is a lot to choose from, but if you had to choose only ONE to listen to for eternity, which show would it be? Edited September 17, 2015 by {djb} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hunter19877 Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 I really dont know. There is other threads on this subject. And its really hard to make this choice. Especially when you have their entire live touring career on boot. I have every single show they have ever done, give or take a few from each year... Anyway, I really cant make this choice. Its to hard. I dont know man. I probably would choose this one, 1975-3-12 Long Beach, VERY GOOD Audience recording. This show is really really good! Everyone is on point, really locking in to each other during songs and they really do an awesome show tonight! Dazed and Confused is so awesome! And another show would have to be.1975.03.21 Led Zeppelin Seattle (Great Audience) Is another show i would consider. It really is an awesome show! I really got taken away with this show!1975.02.14 Led Zeppelin Uniondale NY (SoundBoard) and this is another really great show! The last night in Uniondale. The jammin is awesome from everyone and its a really energetic show!!! But all in all, I would choose Long Beach 3-12-1975 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
{djb} Posted September 18, 2015 Author Share Posted September 18, 2015 Thanks for your input! I actually just got the long beach show today and was thinking that it may be the best boot I've come across so far! Cool that you agree, and yeah I figured that there are other threads that are covering the same subject, but fuck it? If it's really a problem I don't mind if this thread gets taken down. I also have the 2/14/75 show, how 'bout that kashmir? Fucking epic!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Only Way To Fly Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 That would be the first one I got from my uncle around 1984 (I was 15 or 16) and he gave me his copy of Blueberry Hill 4 September 1970. I know for a fact it was purchased at Rolling Stones Records on Irving Park Road in Chicago, Illinois. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Dounim Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 If it has to be something that's circulating, I'd say 1977/06/21. If it could be ANYTHING, it'd be a DVD of Pontiac '77 with remastered soundboard audio synced to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutrocker Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 My Desert Island Bootleg? Probably the 11 June 1977 MSG show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NealKenneth Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 My Desert Island Bootleg? Probably the 11 June 1977 MSG show.Is that because it's your favorite No Quarter?This question is as hard as ever! 21 July 1973 in Providence is one I keep coming back to, so I guess I'll play it safe and choose that. Was reading about The Song Remains the Same film recently and noticed that the plan started going into motion on 20 July...just wish Jimmy had started multi-tracking that night instead of waiting until Pittsburgh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northstar Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 That would be the first one I got from my uncle around 1984 (I was 15 or 16) and he gave me his copy of Blueberry Hill 4 September 1970. I know for a fact it was purchased at Rolling Stones Records on Irving Park Road in Chicago, Illinois.I will also have to join you on top of Blueberry Hill. I just love this concert, the feel the vibe the medley for Whole Lotta Love as well as Communication Breakdown and of course the rare played tunes. I have listened to this concert at least 20 times and it always leaves me feeling on top of the world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duckman Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 I wouldn't hesitate a moment... Osaka 1971 Fatally Wanderer. And If the Squad would allow me to grab four more boots, I think BB Hill, Texas Pop 69, April 27 1969 Fillmore West and Listen to This, Eddie would be the travel mates to the desert island Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutrocker Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Is that because it's your favorite No Quarter?Not just my favourite "No Quarter", my favourite '77 audience tape in general...I don't think I could ever get sick of listening to that performance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chef free Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Just ONE!?!? Wow, that's tough! It would have to be a really good recording and a later show so I could get the PG and Presence tunes, '77 shows are longer too (but they do waste some time with a very long drum solo and guitar solo). I have to choose between the June 21st and 23rd..Could we change this thread? Nine is as low as I can reasonably go!April 27, 1969September 4, 1970April 1. 1971June 19, 1972March 19, 1973February 12, 1975June 23, 1977July 24, 1979June 30, 1980 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stairway is NOT stolen Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sathington Willoughby Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 I wouldn't hesitate a moment... Osaka 1971 Fatally Wanderer. And If the Squad would allow me to grab four more boots, I think BB Hill, Texas Pop 69, April 27 1969 Fillmore West and Listen to This, Eddie would be the travel mates to the desert island Great choices there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blooze Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 Granted I'm kind of new to the whole bootleg thing. I know a lot ABOUT the different shows and eras but rarely do I get the time to listen to a whole show (college student taking 17 credits). From what I have heard though, 9/23/71, and 6/25/72 are incredible. Particularly the WLL medley from Japan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sathington Willoughby Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 Granted I'm kind of new to the whole bootleg thing. I know a lot ABOUT the different shows and eras but rarely do I get the time to listen to a whole show (college student taking 17 credits). From what I have heard though, 9/23/71, and 6/25/72 are incredible. Particularly the WLL medley from Japan. Try 9/19/1970 evening show while you're at it. Best medley and encores of all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
{djb} Posted September 20, 2015 Author Share Posted September 20, 2015 A lot of great choices guys, I will be sure to check out all the shows I haven't heard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blooze Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Try 9/19/1970 evening show while you're at it. Best medley and encores of all. It's on my list I've seen you discuss it quite a bit here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jukkin Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 (edited) If I had drill pointing at my kneecap and really had to make a choice of just one then I would have to opt for April 27th 1969 - Liquid Led's version. Raw, full of energy and Jimmy's playing has rarely been so clear and so energetic. I'm not a great fan of some of their 30 minutes or more 'solo's so the tightness and brevity of Avocado Blues is such that there is not one low point in the performance. Of course I love so many of their SBD or audience shows but Avocado Blues would have to be my 'kneecap' choice. Edited January 3, 2016 by Jukkin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juxtiphi Posted January 3, 2016 Share Posted January 3, 2016 (edited) Well, For me, of course, it 's For Badge Holders Only. The length of the show, The fantastic sound quality and a performance with some of Jimmy's best playing ever. Plus the setlist makes this one a must have whether you are on an island or not. Edited January 3, 2016 by juxtiphi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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