I'll keep you informed on develepments.
If they can't dig that particular concert out of the archives.There are several other transmissions.
Strange to think, I haven't seen him live or on tv during the 70-75 period.
If my memory serves me correct, Sundown was played on a 74 edition of 'Top of the Pops', with the strains of pans people dancing to some Canadian back drop.{Could have been the Rockies}.I suppose if you can't have the man himself pans people are the next best thing.
The release of the Sundown album during this period is another story.It could explain why many fans didn't see him in concert.
When it was released, it's strength and commercial appeal took a lot of people by suprise.When it hit no.1 in the US.It started shifting units in Europe dramatically.So much so that his concerts were sold out not so long after they hit the press.The size of the venues didn't help that much.Releasing one of the best albums of the 70's had a two way affect.
I remember some interesting anecdotes from this period concerning the press and radio stations which still bring a smile to my face.You know like GL has proved he's the master...Enjoy the art and mastery of the 'SIX MINUTE' seven island suit.etc.
This has been a long post I hope I haven't bored you.I must go my HiFi is cold it needs to be warmed up with a double shot of Gord. Today it's DQ followed by COTS.
Whatever happens ride let it ride.
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