Remastered videos of other artists (Bootlegs/Official)

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The show "Rhapsody Of Fire - Live 2005" primarily refers to the live album and DVD titled Live in Canada 2005: The Dark Secret. This release captures a crucial moment in the trajectory of the Italian symphonic power metal band.

Below are the key points of its history:
Context and Recording

Date and Venue: It was recorded on June 14, 2005, at the Metropolis Theatre in Montreal, Canada.

Tour: The concert was part of the first leg of the "Demons, Dragons and Warriors World Tour," their first major world tour, which included stops in North America.
Significance of the Name: It is historically significant as it was the band's last official release under their original name, Rhapsody. Shortly after, in 2006, they changed their name to Rhapsody of Fire due to trademark issues.

Release Details
Publication: Released on January 23, 2006, through Magic Circle Music, the label owned by Joey DeMaio (Manowar), who also served as executive producer.

Format: Released as an audio CD and a limited edition that included a bonus DVD. The DVD did not contain the full concert video, but rather excerpts, interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage from the tour.
Classic Lineup: Featured the band's most iconic lineup: Fabio Lione (vocals), Luca Turilli (guitar), Alex Staropoli (keyboards), Patrice Guers (bass), Alex Holzwarth (drums), and additional touring guitarist Dominique Leurquin. Featured Repertoire
The show focused on promoting their then-recent album Symphony of Enchanted Lands II – The Dark Secret (2004), mixing new tracks with classics from the "Emerald Sword Saga":

Unholy Warcry
Wisdom of the Kings
Village of Dwarves
Dawn of Victory
Emerald Sword
There is also a later release called Live in Atlanta, released in 2014, which was recorded during that same 2005 tour in the United States.

PD: I know I made a mistake with the information on the cover; if I were God, I wouldn't make a mistake, okay?

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The video documents Rhapsody's performance during their 20th Anniversary Farewell Tour at the Sweden Rock Festival on June 10, 2017. This tour was not performed by the active lineup at that time (Rhapsody of Fire), but by a special reunion of classic former members to formally bid farewell to an era of the band.

Origin and Purpose of the Tour
Reunion of Key Members: Following the departure of Fabio Lione and Alex Holzwarth from Rhapsody of Fire in 2016, they joined Luca Turilli, Patrice Guers, and Dominique Leurquin for this farewell tour.

Reason for the Anniversary: ​​The tour celebrated the 20th anniversary of the release of their first album, Legendary Tales (1997).
Absence of Alex Staropoli: The keyboardist and founding member declined to participate in order to focus on the continuation of his current band, Rhapsody of Fire.

Details of the Concert in Sweden (2017)
At this festival, the band performed a selection of their greatest hits, focusing primarily on their most iconic era. The setlist included fundamental tracks such as:

Emerald Sword and Wisdom of the Kings (Symphony of Enchanted Lands).

Dawn of Victory and Holy Thunderforce (Dawn of Victory).

Land of Immortals (Legendary Tales).

Performance of pieces never before played live by this lineup, such as Beyond the Gates of Infinity.

The End of a Chapter

This tour represented the last opportunity to see Luca Turilli and Fabio Lione sharing the stage as Rhapsody before the project dissolved to pursue other artistic paths, such as Turilli/Lione Rhapsody. The tour officially concluded in March 2018 in Madrid.

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The video "Rhapsody Of Fire - Live in Chile 2001" is a historic recording documenting the Italian band's first visit to Chile, on July 18, 2001. At that time, the group was simply known as Rhapsody (before the legal change to Rhapsody of Fire in 2006) and was at the height of its popularity following the release of the album Dawn of Victory.

Here are the key details of this historic moment:
The Concert: It took place at the Teatro Providencia in Santiago. It was part of the Dawn of Victory world tour, which also included dates in Japan and Europe.
Classic Lineup: The video features the band's most iconic lineup: Fabio Lione (vocals), Luca Turilli (guitar), Alex Staropoli (keyboards), Alex Holzwarth (drums), and Alessandro Lotta (bass).

Video Content: The recording commonly circulating on platforms like YouTube comes from an original (unofficial) bootleg DVD titled Dawn of Santiago, later released by independent labels such as Sound Boxx.
Setlist Highlights: The show included anthems that defined the Symphonic Power Metal genre, such as:
Dawn of Victory
Wisdom of the Kings
Village of Dwarves
Warrior of Ice
Emerald Sword (the grand finale of the event).

This concert is remembered by the fan community in Chile (as Rhapsody of Chile) as a foundational milestone, highlighting the energy of an era when shows were experienced without cell phones and with total audience participation.
Here are the details of the legendary 2001 concert and information about their most recent visits to Chile.

Setlist: Rhapsody at Teatro Providencia (July 18, 2001)
This was the setlist performed at their Santiago debut, captured on the famous bootleg Dawn of Santiago:

In Tenebris (Intro)
Knightrider of Doom
Holy Thunderforce
The Village of Dwarves
Wisdom of the Kings
Eternal Glory
Symphony of Enchanted Lands
Drum Solo (Alex Holzwarth)
Dawn of Victory
Lamento Eroico
Warrior of Ice
The Pride of the Tyrant
Land of Immortals
Emerald Sword (Closing)

Last and next visit to Chile

The band maintains a very close connection with the Chilean public, frequently returning under their current name, Rhapsody of Fire:
Last visit: They performed on December 10, 2025 at Club Blondie. This show was part of their world tour celebrating the 25th anniversary of the album Dawn of Victory, where they performed much of that classic album.
Previous visit (2024): They also performed in Chile in May 2024 at the same venue, Blondie, to great acclaim.
Upcoming events: A special performance of "Rhapsody with Choir and Orchestra" has been announced for November 11, 2025, at the Teatro Caupolicán, promising a full symphonic experience with live choirs and orchestra.

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Rhapsody of Fire's concert at Wacken Open Air 2011 is remembered as a bittersweet and historic event for power metal fans, as it marked the end of an era for the Italian band's most iconic lineup.

Historical Context: The End of an Era
Farewell Concert: Although not officially announced as such at the time, the show on August 4, 2011, was the last major performance at a large-scale festival by the classic lineup.
The Breakup: Just a few days after the festival, on August 16, 2011, founders Luca Turilli and Alex Staropoli announced their amicable split after 18 years of collaboration. This led to the creation of two separate bands: Rhapsody of Fire (led by Staropoli) and Luca Turilli's Rhapsody.

Historical Context: The End of an Era
Farewell Concert: Although not officially announced as such at the time, the show on August 4, 2011, was the last major performance at a large festival by the classic lineup. Saga Conclusion: The show took place shortly after the release of From Chaos to Eternity, the album that officially concluded the Dark Secret Saga and the Chronicles of Algalord, the fantasy stories the band had been telling since 1997.

Show Details
Location: Held at the Party Stage in Wacken, Germany.
Special Narration: The concert began with the powerful recorded voice of Sir Christopher Lee, who frequently collaborated with the band narrating their epic tales.
Stage Lineup: Featuring Fabio Lione (vocals), Luca Turilli (guitar), Alex Staropoli (keyboards), Patrice Guers (bass), and Alex Holzwarth (drums). It was also one of the first tours with Tom Hess as the official second guitarist.

Setlist
The show included the most important anthems of his career, centered around his fantasy sagas:

Triumph or Agony
Holy Thunderforce
The Village of Dwarves
On the Way to Ainor
Dawn of Victory
Lamento Eroico
Unholy Warcry
The March of the Swordmaster
Reign of Terror
Emerald Sword (Epic Closing)

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Rhapsody of Fire's show in Austin, Texas, has a recent history marked by their return to North America after an 11-year absence and the celebration of their most iconic legacies.

Below are the key details of their performances in the city:
2025 Concert: 25th Anniversary of Dawn of Victory
The band performed on September 5, 2025, at the Come and Take It Live venue as part of their "Challenge the Wind / Dawn of Victory" tour.

Special Occasion: The tour commemorated the 25th anniversary of the release of their third studio album, Dawn of Victory (2000), a seminal work of symphonic power metal.

Setlist: It included classic anthems such as "Emerald Sword," "Dawn of Victory," and "Holy Thunderforce," along with tracks from their most recent album, Challenge the Wind (2024).

Supporting acts: The show featured support from Enforcer, Witherfall (on their first full tour), and Striker.

Background and Context
Return after a decade: Prior to this show, the band returned to the United States and Canada in May/June 2023, ending an 11-year wait for their fans in the region.
Other dates: A previous performance was recorded on November 18, 2024, at the Austin Convention Center.
Current lineup: The Austin show featured the lineup led by founding keyboardist Alex Staropoli, along with Giacomo Voli (vocals), Roberto De Micheli (guitar), Alessandro Sala (bass), and Paolo Marchesich (drums).

Rhapsody of Fire's show in Austin, Texas, on September 5, 2025, was an epic celebration at the Come and Take It Live venue.

Rhapsody of Fire Setlist
The band divided their setlist between their new anthems and a tribute to the 25th anniversary of the album Dawn of Victory. The setlist included:

Introduction: "The Dark Secret" (I. The Ancient Prophecy & II. Divine Wrath).
Opening Block: "Unholy Warcry", "Rain of Fury", "I'll Be Your Hero", "Chains of Destiny".
Favorites and Ballads: "The Magic of the Wizard's Dream", "Challenge the Wind", "Kreel's Magic Staff".
Dawn of Victory Special: "Lux Triumphans", "Dawn of Victory", "Triumph for My Magic Steel", "The Village of Dwarves", "Dargor, Shadowlord of the Black Mountain", "Holy Thunderforce".

Closing: "A New Saga Begins," "Land of Immortals," and the final anthem, "Emerald Sword."

Supporting Act Details

The tour featured a stellar lineup representing diverse facets of contemporary metal:

Enforcer: The Swedish traditional heavy metal band, known for their high-energy, speedy sound reminiscent of the golden age of the 80s.
Witherfall: This was a special occasion, marking their first full North American tour. Their style blends progressive, melodic, and dark metal. During their performances on this tour, they played songs such as "Moment of Silence," "Insidious," and "Vintage."

Striker: A Canadian band that brought a style more oriented toward classic heavy metal and hard rock, perfect for warming up the crowd with direct and catchy riffs.

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Bootleg Video!

The video "Fabio Lione Sinfónico - (Live Experience)" documents the Italian vocalist's complete concert at the Astor Plaza Theater in Bogotá, Colombia, held on October 19, 2024.

Video History and Context
This audiovisual material, often referred to as a "Pro Shot" (professional recording), is part of "The Power Experience Colombia 2024" tour. The show aimed to present the most iconic anthems of Lione's career—especially from his time with Rhapsody of Fire and Angra—with previously unreleased symphonic arrangements.

Musical Collaboration: Fabio Lione was accompanied by the Royal Project, the Bogotá Royal Symphony Orchestra, and the Voce Sublimi choir, under the direction of Daniel Plazas.

Arrangements: The adaptation of the metal songs to the symphonic format was done by Omar Parada and Víctor Santafé.

Special Guests: The video features duets with local artists such as Roxana Restrepo (from the band Kraken) on the song "Vestido de Cristal" and David Solano on Queen classics.

Setlist Contents: The video features over an hour and a half of music, including:
Rhapsody hits: "Dawn of Victory," "Wisdom of the Kings," "Holy Thunderforce," "Lamento Eroico," and "Emerald Sword."
Angra hits: "Carry On," "Nova Era," and "Nothing to Say."
Tributes: Symphonic versions of Queen songs such as "The Show Must Go On," "Innuendo," and "We Are the Champions," as well as pieces like "The Phantom of the Opera."

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The Rhapsody of Fire concert at the Odyssea Rock Fusion Festival 2025 was one of the central events of the first day of this festival, held on the shores of the Black Sea in Romania.
Event Details
Date and Time: The show took place on Thursday, June 26, 2025, starting at approximately 11:00 PM.
Location: The stage was set up on Saturn-Venus Beach, in the town of Venus, Romania.
Tour Context: The performance was part of their 2025 world tour, which promoted their fourteenth studio album, Challenge the Wind, and celebrated the 25th anniversary of their iconic album Dawn of Victory.
History and Relevance of the Show
This concert stood out for being part of the "first wave" of artists confirmed for the festival, sharing the bill with bands like HammerFall and Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons. It was one of the key stops in Europe before the band embarked on their Latin American tour later that same year.

Repertoire (Setlist)

The band performed a mix of historical classics and new songs from their saga The Nephilim's Empire. order of the songs was:

The Dark Secret (Intro)
Unholy Warcry
Rain of Fury
Warrior Heart
Erian's Mystical Rhymes (The White Dragon's Order)
I'll Be Your Hero
The Magic of the Wizard's Dream
Challenge the Wind
On the Way to Ainor
The March of the Swordmaster
Chains of Destiny
Kreel's Magic Staff
Dawn of Victory
A New Saga Begins
Land of Immortals
Emerald Sword

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Fabio Lione's concert at Santo Rock Bar in Santo André, Brazil, held on March 1, 2026, was a key date in his South American tour that year. This show was part of a series of intimate and exclusive performances where the Italian vocalist revisited the highlights of his career, especially his time with Rhapsody.

Show Details
Venue: Santo Rock Bar, Santo André, Brazil.

Date and Time: Sunday, March 1, 2026. The show began at approximately 9:40 PM.
Tour Context: This performance took place just after his show at Manifesto Bar in São Paulo (February 27) and before his tour of Chile and Argentina.
Musical Approach: Unlike his tours with a symphony orchestra, this was a direct rock band format, focused on recreating symphonic power metal anthems and classic tracks from albums like Dawn of Victory.

History and Significance
The event was described as a "historic night" for local fans, highlighting Lione's emotional connection and powerful vocals in a more intimate setting than large stadiums. Coverage of the event emphasized that the setlist included not only Rhapsody classics but also nods to his other projects such as Angra and Vision Divine.

The existence of a bootleg (unofficial recording) of this concert is common in the metal collector community, given that it was one of the few club-style venue dates before Lione continued with his "Epic Tales Tour" and orchestral performances later in the year.

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Pink Floyd's show in Essen 1969 took place on October 11, 1969, as part of the Internationales Essener Pop & Blues Festival. It was held at the Grugahalle in Essen, Germany, and was one of the first major rock festivals in the country.

Historical Context
The festival lasted three days (from October 9 to 11) and brought together legendary acts such as Fleetwood Mac, Deep Purple, Yes, Muddy Waters, and Tangerine Dream. It was organized by Konrad Mallison, who was inspired by the Bath Festival in England to bring a similar experience to Germany.

At that time, Pink Floyd was in a transitional and experimental phase following Syd Barrett's departure the previous year. David Gilmour was now fully integrated, and the band was about to release their double album Ummagumma (November 1969).
Repertoire (Setlist)
The performance was notable for its psychedelic and experimental approach.

According to Setlist.fm records, the setlist was:

Astronomy Domine
Green Is the Colour
Careful With That Axe, Eugene
Interstellar Overdrive
A Saucerful of Secrets

Show Details

Filming: Partial footage of this performance has circulated among collectors and on platforms like YouTube, where performances of songs such as "Careful With That Axe, Eugene" and "A Saucerful of Secrets" can be seen.

Atmosphere: The organizer described the atmosphere at the Grugahalle as "extremely loving and peaceful," influenced by the Flower Power aesthetic and the recent impact of the Woodstock festival.
Sound: By this time, the band was already investing a large portion of its earnings in upgrading its sound equipment, prioritizing audio fidelity even over continuous light shows.

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This video is a treasure for Pink Floyd collectors because it captures a crucial moment in the band's evolution: the final transition to the sound that would define their masterpiece, The Dark Side of the Moon.

Recording Context
Date and Venue: The concert took place on December 10, 1972, at the Palais des Sports in Lyon, France.
Origin of the Material: This is an amateur 8mm film, originally recorded by a fan in the audience. For decades, these tapes were considered "lost" or only circulated in very closed circles of bootleg collectors.

The Tour: At that time, the band was in the final leg of their 1972 tour. They had already been playing early versions of The Dark Side of the Moon (under the working title Eclipse) for almost a year.

Why this video is important
Visual rarity: Pink Floyd is famous for having very little live video footage from the 1970s compared to other bands of the era. This footage offers a rare glimpse into their stage presence before they became a global stadium phenomenon.
Synchronization: Many of the versions you find on YouTube have been restored and digitally synced with higher-quality audio recordings (audiences or soundboards) by dedicated fans, as the 8mm cameras of the time didn't usually record high-fidelity synchronized sound.
Historic setlist: In Lyon in 1972, the group performed songs such as "Careful with That Axe, Eugene," "Echoes," and, of course, the complete suite that would become their most famous album a few months later (released in March 1973). Recent Restoration
This footage often appears under names such as "Lyon Reel [Sigma 229]", referring to collector's edition releases that have attempted to clean up the film grain and correct the color so that today's fans can appreciate the lighting effects and energy of Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Richard Wright, and Nick Mason at their creative peak.

Pink Floyd's concert at the Palais des Sports in Lyon on December 10, 1972, is historically significant as it was the last date of their tour that year. The setlist was divided into two parts: the first was a complete performance of what would later become the album The Dark Side of the Moon (at that time titled A Piece for Assorted Lunatics), and the second consisted of classics from their previous repertoire.

Part One: The Dark Side of the Moon
At this stage, the songs still had working titles and arrangements that evolved into the final version of the 1973 album.
Wikipedia
Wikipedia
Speak to Me (intro from tape)
Breathe (In the Air)
On the Run (then titled "The Travel Sequence")
Time
Breathe (Reprise)
The Great Gig in the Sky (titled "The Mortality Sequence"; this version did not feature Clare Torry's female vocals, but was an instrumental organ piece using audio tapes)
Money
Us and Them
Any Colour You Like (titled "Scat")
Brain Damage

Part Two: Classics and Encores
After an intermission, the band returned to play longer, more psychedelic tracks.

One of These Days
Careful With That Axe, Eugene
Echoes
Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun (commonly played as an encore on this tour)

This concert marked the end of a year of experimentation where the Dark Side suite was "polished" night after night in front of an audience before entering the final recording sessions at Abbey Road.

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This video, often titled Pink Floyd: London '66–'67, is an essential historical document that captures the band at its most experimental under the leadership of Syd Barrett. It is not a conventional music video, but part of a larger documentary project by filmmaker Peter Whitehead.
Origin and Musical Content
The material was originally filmed for Whitehead's film Tonite Let's All Make Love in London (1967).

Studio recordings: Captures the band at Sound Techniques studios in London on January 11 and 12, 1967.
Main Tracks: Includes extended and rare versions of "Interstellar Overdrive" (almost 17 minutes) and a previously unreleased piece called "Nick's Boogie".
Style: It is considered one of the first examples of jazz fusion and pure psychedelia, with improvisations that broke the traditional pop structures of the time.

The Swinging London Stage
The video works as a time capsule of the London underground movement.

Iconic Venues: Shows footage of the band playing at the legendary UFO Club, the epicenter of psychedelia in London.
Mass events: Includes fragments of the "14 Hour Technicolour Dream", a massive festival held at Alexandra Palace in April 1967.
Famous cameos: Among the crowd you can see figures such as John Lennon (before meeting Yoko Ono) and Yoko Ono performing one of her artistic performances.

Dedication to Syd Barrett
Although the footage is from 1966-1967, the edit often found online as a tribute "dedicated to Syd Barrett" is due to her later tragic story.

The "Crazy Diamond": Barrett was the creative genius who founded the band and defined its initial sound.
Mental Deterioration: The video captures a still lucid and vibrant Syd, shortly before his mental health severely deteriorated due to excessive LSD use and external pressures, leading to his departure from the group in 1968.
Legacy: For fans, seeing these images is seeing the origin of the Pink Floyd mythology and the original spark that inspired later songs like "Shine On You Crazy Diamond."

PD: This is the last void that I have done so far, after this the situation changes, only the videos that I will have made in real time will be shown, so the exhibition in the forum will take a few days

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This is just a "Summary" of the most "valuable" parts of the original DVD, because it's a DVD that was only dedicated to promoting Pink Floyd's ST-Books; what interests you most is the collectible material, not so much the marketing of their albums by their record label.