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Rory Gallagher

Shrine Auditorium (Los Angeles, CA)

Rory Gallagher

04.04.1974
Tracks: 14 / Total Time: 1:42:21
Catalog: King Biscuit

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Summary

The late Rory Gallagher made some very cool records, but he could never capture the excitement and power that were almost always part of his live shows. Just take a listen to this recording made for the King Biscuit Flower Hour on his ’74 US tour. Gallagher had a strong following on the west coast and this show at the Shrine Auditorium in LA was well attended by a large, loyal audience.

By the time he embarked on the ’74 tour Gallagher had expanded his power trio to a four-piece band with the addition of Lou Martin on piano, organ and synths. They blast off with “Moonchild,” which…entire summary

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  • Anonymous | Wednesday, May 14, 2008 | 8:18 am

    Calling Card was released in 1976 and this set list also looks like that era. I saw Rory Gallagher in 1974 at the Santa Monica Civic (early summer I think) and he wasn't playing any material from that album yet. The material was mostly from Irish Tour '74, Tatoo, and Blueprint.

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