Sept -71 -20...: Van Morrison - Marin San Francisco

: The "crack band" assembled for this show—including Ronnie Montrose on guitar and mandolin, and Mark Jordan on piano—is often viewed as the early incarnation of the legendary Caledonia Soul Orchestra . Reviewers from Quiet Days

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in San Francisco (actually located in Marin, CA) is widely regarded by critics and fans as one of the finest live recordings of Van Morrison ’s career Internet Archive Originally broadcast on Van Morrison - Marin San Francisco Sept -71 -20...

Marin in 1971 was a crucible of country-rock, soul, and psychedelic residue. The Grateful Dead had their base in nearby San Rafael; The Band was recording Cahoots ; and the Record Plant’s remote, 24-track facility attracted stars fleeing L.A.’s industry pressure.

), recent official and semi-official remastered CD and vinyl releases, such as the Pacific High Studios '71 : The "crack band" assembled for this show—including

Marin County, just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco, was then a bubbling cauldron of counterculture. It was home to the Grateful Dead, the Tubes, and a relaxed, bohemian lifestyle that suited Morrison’s desire for anonymity. But unlike the free-form improvisation of the Dead, Morrison was tightening his ship. He was assembling a band of virtuosos that would eventually become known as The Caledonia Soul Orchestra.

If you have more of the filename or a specific track name, I can help identify the exact recording. For example: Van Morrison - Marin San Francisco Sept -71 -20 min Listen to the Lion.flac The Grateful Dead had their base in nearby

: A relaxed, atmospheric opening that showcases the horn section. "Ballerina"

highlight their incredible precision, noting they can "stop on a dime". Notable Tracks "Into the Mystic"

Recorded in front of a small, intimate audience, this performance is often cited by fans and critics as one of the best-sounding live recordings of the 1970s. Van Morrison's Bay Area Moment - San Francisco - The Frisc