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Originally Posted by Captain_jovi
Isn't that a GOOD thing that they're not altering things?
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I believe it is.
Listening to the release tonight, I just love the rawness and edge this provides as an alternative for the studio album. I must admit that it really does expose JBJ's voice and the band playing fresh material throughout which translates either way at times, during the overall show. Per example, God Bless This Mess is fantastic while Labor of Love pales in comparison to the studio version. Still, with mistakes included and Jon's voice seemingly left alone by overdubs, this is like the anti-production release by the band. Listening through twice I think LOL is the only song that I would just go with the album version. Most of the other tracks I'm enjoying both versions.
I definitely prefer the live versions of Real Love, and COUTOH more than the studio versions so it's superb to have an alternative take as well.
Really solid release by the band. Early rating (8.5/10)