Live In Concert

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Glen Campbell s smooth fusion of country mannerisms, pop melodies and production techniques made him one of the most
popular country musicians of the late '60s and '70s. Campbell was one of the leading figures of country-pop during that era, racking
up a steady stream of Top Ten singles, and establishing a reputation as the archetypal interpreter of Jimmy Webb s wonderful songs,
highlighted by classics like By the Time I Get to Phoenix, Wichita Lineman and Galveston, and later hits such as Larry Weiss' Rhinestone Cowboy, and Allen Toussaint's Southern Nights. Boasting Campbell's smooth vocals and layered arrangements, where steel guitars bounced off sweeping strings, those songs not only became country hits, they crossed over to the pop charts as well, which was appropriate, since that is where he began his musical career, as a sideman to the Beach Boys among others.

This 1981 live performance was recorded at a concert in Dublin, during one of his many successful European tours and during a new peak in Glenn's career where he was constantly in demand for TV appearances.

Live In Concert brings together many of Campbell's best qualities, capturing his magnetic stage presence, showcasing his vastly underrated instrumental virtuosity, and performing the material that shows his unerring instinct for a hit song. Most of his biggest hits are included in this hour long concert, as well as some of Campbell's personal and fan favorites.

Highly regarded UK label Acrobat Music is launching its US operations with this as well as other re-issues that offer high quality and excellent value on October 21st 2008. All of the Premier Collection titles are showcased in deluxe packages with unique, consistent packaging, which include o-cards, extensive liner notes and either a large number of tracks or lengthy play time. Acrobat will be establishing its presence as the premier independent re-issue label in the US through its distribution deal with TVT Distribution.

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