Question: What is the LRG?

Answer: Please read the LRG Orientation if you still have no idea what the Live Recording Guide is good for.


Q: So the live recordings you list in the LRG are actually bootlegs!?

A: Yes, 99,9% of the recordings we list are bootlegs, so to speak. We also list official RHCP recordings, which aren't many though. Some people use the term 'bootleg' for a live recording. We decided to not call it 'Bootleg Guide', as bootlegs are something different to our understanding. A bootleg is something that is being sold at the black market, the recordings we list in the LRG are usually freely available. Of course some of the recordings we list have been sold, or are being sold by somebody at some point. However, you should never pay for a live recording, nor should you selling bootlegs, as it is illegal!


Q: Who records all the shows?

A: Audience recordings (AUD) are being recorded by people who attend the concerts. Professional recordings are being made by TV or radio stations, if any of these gets broadcast, anyone can record and share/trade these.


Q: Where do I get all the recordings listed in the LRG?

A: Most of these can be acquired by trading. You should look for someone who has the recording you want, and ask them for a trade. You then give the other person something in return. Back in the day before high speed internet was commonly widespread like nowadays, people used to have trade lists, where they listed their live discs. Others could contact them and both parties exchanged discs over the mail. There is a good trader's database at db.etree.org, which has a lot of traders and trade lists listed. But you will find more trade lists if you search the net.


Q: Is there another way to acquire RHCP/JF live recordings, except of trading?

A: The LRG features lots of downloads. We only have audio recordings though. Another option is to try torrent sites that are for live recordings exclusively:
dimadozen, the trader's den, and zomb are probably the best sites to look for RHCP recordings.


Q: Some recordings are listed as *Not Circulating*, how do you know these exist?

A: Well, I suppose we found them listed somewhere in the net, there's heaps of dead trade lists, which have recordings listed that do not circulate to our knowledge. It doesn't mean the recording is never going to surface, you never know who else migh have a copy of it. Sometimes it can take years until any of these surface...


Q: What is FLAC, and why do you only have downloads in FLAC?

A: If you don't know anything about FLAC google it or try wikipedia. You may also want to read the FLAC F.A.Q. in our forum. We do only allow FLAC as it's a lossless audio format. Unlike mp3 or other lossy music file formats, FLAC keeps the quality at best when compressing the files. We simply want to preserve the 'original' quality, instead of offering mp3 shit.


Q: I recorded a RHCP show, which is not listed in the LRG, how do I get in touch with you?

A: We have a contact form where you can submit (your) recording information. This form can be used by non SCB members as well. All submissions will be reviewed as soon as possible. You can also use the same form if you have further information about already listed recordings.


Q: I would want to upload a recording for the LRG, how do I do that?

A: Anyone is welcome to upload audio recordings to our ftp server. Members of SCB should read the instuction for further details. People who haven't registered an account here, can get in touch with us too, the email address is to be found on the bottom of this page. Once your upload is done, we will make the files availble for others to download from the LRG.


Q: Do other bands' recording guides exist as well?

A: There are several sites for other major bands, that list known/circulating recordings. Most of these do list a complete tourography of their band, including recording info and so on. Following is a list of a few site's I do recommend to look at, if you collect live stuff by any of these bands as well:

If anyone has any further questions regarding the LRG, email us at headhonchos@stonecoldbush.com, and your question might be posted and answered here.

Last update: 2008-10-02