TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND / SOUL GROOVIN' Melpark Osaka 2012 (2CDR)

TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND – SOUL GROOVIN’
(2CDR) SY1123
Live at Mielparque Hall, Osaka, Japan – February 7, 2012

DISC ONE
01. INTRO
02. BOUND FOR GLORY
03. ROLLIN’ AND TUMBLIN’
04. MIDNIGHT IN HARLEM
05. LEARN HOW TO LOVE
06. DAYS IS ALMOST GONE
07. BAND INTRO /
08. EVERYBODY’S TALKIN’
09. DARLING BE HOME SOON (incl. Maki Madni)
10. NOBODY’S FREE

DISC TWO
01. THAT DID IT
02. UPTIGHT / Oteil Bass Solo / Drums / UPTIGHT
03. LOVE HAS SOMETHING ELSE TO SAY (incl. Why Don’t We Do It in the Road)
-ENCORE-
04. WADE IN THE WATER
05. SING A SIMPLE SONG /
06. I WANT TO TAKE YOU HIGHER

Derek Trucks – Guitar
Susan Tedeschi – Guitar & Vocals
Oteil Burbridge – Bass Guitar
Kofi Burbridge – Keyboards & Flute
Tyler Greenwell – Drums & Percussion
J.J. Johnson – Drums & Percussion
Mike Mattison – Harmony Vocals
Mark Rivers – Harmony Vocals
Kebbi Williams – Saxophone
Maurice Brown – Trumpet
Saunders Sermons – Trombone

The Tedeschi Trucks Band—an 11-piece ensemble of virtuosos led by guitar genius Derek Trucks and his wife, the powerhouse singer-guitarist Susan Tedeschi—toured Japan in support of their album *Revelator*! This release captures the complete performance from February 7, 2012—the second date of that highly acclaimed tour—recorded in superb high-fidelity sound that delivers incredible impact and an immersive live atmosphere. Susan’s vocals and Derek’s guitar are captured with stunning realism, offering a top-tier, exquisite "Sylph sound" that perfectly balances the large ensemble—a true masterpiece to savor! The setlist is incredibly rewarding, featuring many songs performed with extended live arrangements—often clocking in at nearly ten minutes—that showcase instrumental solos and other highlights. Standout moments that are guaranteed to give you goosebumps include the emotionally resonant slide guitar work on "Midnight in Harlem," the cool guitar solo battle between Susan and Derek on "Learn How to Love," and the thrilling interplay with the flute on "Nobody’s Free." The show concludes with a dynamic double-shot of Sly Stone classics, featuring a brilliant, high-energy guitar solo from Derek on "I Want to Take You Higher"! Spanning two hours and twenty minutes, the album is packed with highlights from start to finish, showcasing Susan’s powerful, soulful voice, Derek’s virtuoso slide guitar, and spotlight moments for every band member. It is, quite simply, a succession of breathtaking performances—the very best of the best! As their first release of 2012, the Sylph label proudly presents this highly recommended, memorable release!