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Oil on Canvas: Live/Remastered [Limited Edition, Live, Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered]

Japan Audio CD
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
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Oil on Canvas: Live/Remastered + Tin Drum + Quiet Life
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Product details

  • Audio CD (15 Sep 2003)
  • Number of Discs: 2
  • Format: Limited Edition, Live, Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered
  • Label: Virgin
  • ASIN: B0000AQOQR
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 327,677 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Disc: 1
1. Oil on canvas
2. Sons of pioneers (live)
3. Gentleman take polaroids (live)
4. Swing (live)
5. Cantonese boy (live)
6. Visions of China (live)
7. Ghosts (live)
8. Voices raised in welcome hands held in prayer
Disc: 2
1. Nightporter (live)
2. Still life in mobile homes (live)
3. Methods of dance (live)
4. Quiet life (live)
5. Art of parties (live)
6. Canton (live)
7. Temple of dawn

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Sublime perfection 20 Jun 2003
Format:Audio CD
Live-albums are more often than not celebrated for their embelishing and sometimes even alternative versions of familiar songs. Oil on canvas proves to be the exception to the rule. Instead, Japan carefully explores the many layers of their music, not missing any detail nor note. Normally, if other bands were merely copying their own recordings in such fashion, it would provoke critisism. But Japan is blessed with an ability to leave you with the impression that this stunning album couldn't have been done any better. We are talking utter, almost inhuman, perfectionism here, with a band making it an art not to overlook any microdetail of their music. Arguably one of the most strong and original live-albums in history!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars So close yet so..... 4 Feb 2009
Format:Audio CD
I though back in 1983 that this album had been overproduced and that the raw live sound had been lost and listening to it 25 years later I was not wrong.

I have heard many live performances by Japan over the years and have to say that this album was an opportunity missed.

It's good but could have been better. The opening track 'Oil on Canvas' short though it is is worth the money alone... Beautiful.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Old Classic from the New Wave 29 Oct 2012
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Had only heard "Ghosts" and "Quiet Life" before purchasing this CD but what a terrific investment it is. The soundscapes on this album are phenomenal and you can't help but get drawn into the luxurious and richly-textured ambiance. The tracks are in a good order and flow well together in succession except for one or two minor moments. Personal favourites include "Methods of Dance", "Nightporter" and the eerie atmospheric majesty of "Ghosts".

I would highly recommend this album to any fan of New Wave. It's truly a masterpiece, and one which I'm proud to have discovered and added to my collection. Early 80s at it's best.
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3.0 out of 5 stars Japan - live & clinical
Japan were a class studio band but were not especially renowned for their live shows. Oil On Canvas was recorded from their final live tour during November 1982 and shows the band... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Chris F. J. Hyams
5.0 out of 5 stars A BASS PLAYING MASTERCLASS !
Typical me, i get into a band years after they were formed or break up. A bass playing masterclass from the much missed Mick Karn - There was more to this band than Ghosts, Visions... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Moviesyes
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Album
A brilliant album - and a must for nostalgic Japan / David Sylvian fans - there are a lot of you out there !!
Published 20 months ago by J. A. Kershaw
3.0 out of 5 stars Sterile Perfection but Soulless
This album is flawlessly played, it is beautifully produced with crystal clear sound and it is a fine overview of Japan's impressive body of work. Read more
Published on 2 Mar 2007 by R. Kay
3.0 out of 5 stars Reissue of Japan's sole live album...
'Oil on Canvas' was originally released alongside a film of the same name that generally captured the band on their 'Tin Drum' tour live at Hammersmith Odeon. Read more
Published on 1 Jun 2006 by Jason Parkes
3.0 out of 5 stars Live but not
Being a Japan fan, from the time they were together, this album was a disappointment. Why ? Well the song selection is superb, but i seem to remember, a big whoha about the fact... Read more
Published on 15 Feb 2006 by Zendude
5.0 out of 5 stars the band before there time
this is a must for any japan fan,,,,,,,to hear there amazing live sound,,,,this is from there last tour of 83, and is the only offical live tour you can get,,,they play stuff of... Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2003 by "xrocliverpool36"
5.0 out of 5 stars Positively brilliant sound!!! Why 2 discs???
Track 1 (Oil on canvas) leads us in, with a warmth that we could certainly believe was live. Here and now live, I mean. Read more
Published on 30 Sep 2003 by chetbakerfan
5.0 out of 5 stars SEPIA
This is the only live album from one of the most inspired bands of the 1980s - and it also rates amongst their finest work. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2003 by "campdavid8"
1.0 out of 5 stars dated, and not worth listening to
I bought this album in 1989 and from the first time i listened to it, i regretted buying it. The studio recordings sound good, but the quality of this recording was very poor. Read more
Published on 25 Aug 2000
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