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on 29 September 2012
The music on this 4 CD live compilation is like nothing The Stooges recorded for any of their studio albums. It's Punk Rock in the purest, most authentic and most accepted modern sense of the word. The riffs are straight out of 1976, think turbocharged Sex Pistols or Damned.
Yet these recordings stem from the beginning of the decade, 1971, which Punk archaeologists have us knowing as a time when the New York Dolls or Velvet Underground were sowing Punks' seeds. Those bands may have had the Punk attitude and made an aggressive and unruly noise, but this collection provides unquestionable evidence that The Stooges were 5 years ahead of either when it came to creating an actual Punk Rock sound.
The only reason this material had zero influence on the development of Punk was because it was released almost 40 years after Punk happened. Had this music made it onto a studio album, Punk, as the modern world know it, would have been born in 1971. With that in mind one can only ponder what effect that may have had on the development of modern music, because there would have been no reason for the comparably sedate Ramones or Sex Pistols to exist. There would have been no Punk explosion in the UK in the mid-seventies because The Stooges would already have made that same noise, faster and more viciously and more lyrically offensively, five years previously.
But enough conjecture about alternative history. How does this CD set sound?
Well. If you're a hardcore Stooges fan you're probably used to bootleg quality live releases. And to the average ear these audience recordings would be considered as such.
But.
In the world of live Stooges releases the sonics of the first couple of discs of this set stand head and shoulders above anything that has come before. Anything. I cannot state that hard enough.
The sole flaw is that Iggy's vocal were captured at an incredibly low volume throughout, often being almost inaudible. But I would rather have that and a backing band with a greater slap-in-the-face clarity and power than what we've been used to with previous Stooges live albums. And what a band The Stooges were at this point, powered by (for the only time on record) a twin-guitar attack from Asheton and Williamson.
If only Easy Action would issue the first two discs as a budget priced double-CD, allowing more of the world to wake up to exactly how The Stooges were operating years ahead of their time.... and to lament how they never made it into the studio with this line-up or material.
So, to sum up. In the world of conventional live recordings this would probably rate one star. In the world of Stooges live recordings it's a solid 5. I'm removing one star simply because by virtue of being a box set its kept out of the hands of the masses.
So, 4 stars from me.
Yet these recordings stem from the beginning of the decade, 1971, which Punk archaeologists have us knowing as a time when the New York Dolls or Velvet Underground were sowing Punks' seeds. Those bands may have had the Punk attitude and made an aggressive and unruly noise, but this collection provides unquestionable evidence that The Stooges were 5 years ahead of either when it came to creating an actual Punk Rock sound.
The only reason this material had zero influence on the development of Punk was because it was released almost 40 years after Punk happened. Had this music made it onto a studio album, Punk, as the modern world know it, would have been born in 1971. With that in mind one can only ponder what effect that may have had on the development of modern music, because there would have been no reason for the comparably sedate Ramones or Sex Pistols to exist. There would have been no Punk explosion in the UK in the mid-seventies because The Stooges would already have made that same noise, faster and more viciously and more lyrically offensively, five years previously.
But enough conjecture about alternative history. How does this CD set sound?
Well. If you're a hardcore Stooges fan you're probably used to bootleg quality live releases. And to the average ear these audience recordings would be considered as such.
But.
In the world of live Stooges releases the sonics of the first couple of discs of this set stand head and shoulders above anything that has come before. Anything. I cannot state that hard enough.
The sole flaw is that Iggy's vocal were captured at an incredibly low volume throughout, often being almost inaudible. But I would rather have that and a backing band with a greater slap-in-the-face clarity and power than what we've been used to with previous Stooges live albums. And what a band The Stooges were at this point, powered by (for the only time on record) a twin-guitar attack from Asheton and Williamson.
If only Easy Action would issue the first two discs as a budget priced double-CD, allowing more of the world to wake up to exactly how The Stooges were operating years ahead of their time.... and to lament how they never made it into the studio with this line-up or material.
So, to sum up. In the world of conventional live recordings this would probably rate one star. In the world of Stooges live recordings it's a solid 5. I'm removing one star simply because by virtue of being a box set its kept out of the hands of the masses.
So, 4 stars from me.
on 12 April 2015
This box contains four concerts from 1971, each with the same six songs:
1. I Got A Right
2. You Don't Want My Name
3. Fresh Rag
4. Dead Body
5. Big Time Bum
6. Do You Want My Love
Positive things about this release:
Originally The Stooges only existed five years (1969-1974). This is the only document of the band from 1971, the only time where they had two guitarists. There has been released a studio version of "I Got A Right", on some other releases. But apart that, this box is the only place you can hear these six songs. Along with the other Stooges albums this is probably the first, best and most original punk music ever recorded.
Negative things about this release:
The sound quality is typical bootleg quality (poor). On the first two discs the instruments are pretty well recorded, but you can barely hear Iggy Pop's vocals. On the last two discs instruments are poorly recorded, but the vocals are more audible, so they're overall more enjoyable to listen to. The songs are very repetitious, maybe because they didn't have a recording contract at the time, and they didn't bother to make the songs radio friendly.
I recommend "You Don't Want My Name, You Want My Action" If you have the three original albums, and you want more:
Stooges
Fun House
Raw Power (2-CD Deluxe Edition, with Bowie mix and 1973 live recording)
I also recommend the 1970 live recording "Have Some Fun: Live At Ungano's" If you can find it.
The other Easy Action releases "Thousand Lights" and Heavy Liquid" are not essential, unless you are a completist of course.
1. I Got A Right
2. You Don't Want My Name
3. Fresh Rag
4. Dead Body
5. Big Time Bum
6. Do You Want My Love
Positive things about this release:
Originally The Stooges only existed five years (1969-1974). This is the only document of the band from 1971, the only time where they had two guitarists. There has been released a studio version of "I Got A Right", on some other releases. But apart that, this box is the only place you can hear these six songs. Along with the other Stooges albums this is probably the first, best and most original punk music ever recorded.
Negative things about this release:
The sound quality is typical bootleg quality (poor). On the first two discs the instruments are pretty well recorded, but you can barely hear Iggy Pop's vocals. On the last two discs instruments are poorly recorded, but the vocals are more audible, so they're overall more enjoyable to listen to. The songs are very repetitious, maybe because they didn't have a recording contract at the time, and they didn't bother to make the songs radio friendly.
I recommend "You Don't Want My Name, You Want My Action" If you have the three original albums, and you want more:
Stooges
Fun House
Raw Power (2-CD Deluxe Edition, with Bowie mix and 1973 live recording)
I also recommend the 1970 live recording "Have Some Fun: Live At Ungano's" If you can find it.
The other Easy Action releases "Thousand Lights" and Heavy Liquid" are not essential, unless you are a completist of course.
on 5 March 2010
Essential release covering the gap between Funhouse and Raw Power. While Ron Asheton does the lead/riffing James Williamson sticks to some mean rhythm guitar this set of never before published songs (Bar 'I Got A Right') is just sensational. Limited to 1.000 copies only.
on 4 January 2011
Once you get used to the sound quality this set is amazing! It acts as a sort of sequel to Fun House, with half a dozen brand new songs that all slowly build to a chaotic breakdown. Just be prepared for the sound quality - you can't really hear iggy most of the time.
The band sound great and the sound quality of the instruments is relativley clear and powerful, but when the playing gets loud you can't hear much of what iggys singing, you can just tell that he's there. When i first got the set this really put me off. However, after a few listens i realised i really enjoyed having brand new ron asheton riffs and james williamson solos, with iggys shouts adding to the overall feel.
Personally, i'd also have preferred just one or two discs at a cheaper price(each CD features the same songs and i'm not enough of a fanatic to require every take in existence), but i dont mind ocasionaly shelling out for one of my favourite bands. If you have the three studio albums and the detroit demo stuff, get this next!
The band sound great and the sound quality of the instruments is relativley clear and powerful, but when the playing gets loud you can't hear much of what iggys singing, you can just tell that he's there. When i first got the set this really put me off. However, after a few listens i realised i really enjoyed having brand new ron asheton riffs and james williamson solos, with iggys shouts adding to the overall feel.
Personally, i'd also have preferred just one or two discs at a cheaper price(each CD features the same songs and i'm not enough of a fanatic to require every take in existence), but i dont mind ocasionaly shelling out for one of my favourite bands. If you have the three studio albums and the detroit demo stuff, get this next!
on 20 November 2014
As a hardcore Stooges freak this release filled me with excitement and anticipation. Firstly the majority of tracks appear for the first time and secondly, this was a line up that seemed on paper to be the equal of the original band. Jimmy Recca takes over from Dave Alexander on bass and the addition of James Williamson meant that this was a duel guitar line up together with Ron Ashton. I expected this to be the most sonically powerful band in existence, it aint. Ok, I know the recordings are lo fi to say the least and I'm well aware of Stooges bootleg quality being lacking, but the sound is dreadful! You wouldn't know there are 2 guitars, the bass is almost non existent and the drums come over as feeble, it's such a let down considering the calibre of the musicians involved. As for Iggy, well the vocals are unintelligible and way low in the mix. I wish this line up had made it to the studio so we would have a true document of their awesome racket but unfortunately this is all we have to go on.
It may sound hypocritical to say I did glean some enjoyment from these recordings, but then I've confessed that when it comes to Iggy I find it difficult to remain objective. This really is for die hard fans, certainly inappropriate as an intro to the band and I suspect even the hardcore will feel let down. With all the advances in technology it's a shame these recordings couldn't be cleaned up to a decent standard, perhaps at some point we get a true representation of the 5 piece Stooges, until then we live in hope.
It may sound hypocritical to say I did glean some enjoyment from these recordings, but then I've confessed that when it comes to Iggy I find it difficult to remain objective. This really is for die hard fans, certainly inappropriate as an intro to the band and I suspect even the hardcore will feel let down. With all the advances in technology it's a shame these recordings couldn't be cleaned up to a decent standard, perhaps at some point we get a true representation of the 5 piece Stooges, until then we live in hope.
on 7 December 2009
Although Easy Action have produced some excellent box sets in recent years, featuring The MC5, Iggy Pop, Sonic's Rendezvous Band and The Stooges, this is strictly for the hardest of hardcore Stooges fans.
These recordings are certainly of historic importance, but they are audience recordings and the sound is very poor, with Iggy barely audible on most tracks, so in effect, you are paying for a box of not very well recorded instrumentals and a lot of audience chatter.
I really wouldn't recommend this unless you have everything else by The Stooges.
These recordings are certainly of historic importance, but they are audience recordings and the sound is very poor, with Iggy barely audible on most tracks, so in effect, you are paying for a box of not very well recorded instrumentals and a lot of audience chatter.
I really wouldn't recommend this unless you have everything else by The Stooges.
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