The recording itself is a live version of their prog rock masterpiece, Metropolis Part II: Scenes From a Memory, plus additional live material performed the same evening. The issue received national media attention and the band, mostly comprised of native New Yorkers, issued a sympathetic statement that the recording would be re-released with a new cover. Tragically, this made the original pressings an instant collector's item to those who engage in such feckless activities. The dreadful coincidence was a shock to both the band and record company, prompting an immediate recall. The band's trademark logo had always been a flaming heart wrapped in barbed wired, but for this recording the apple and skyline were added to reflect that the live concert was held in New York (Roseland Ballroom). ![]() ![]() ![]() Released on September 11, 2001, the original cover displayed a flaming apple wrapped in barbed wire with the skyline of New York engulfed in flames. Unfortunately, this fine live recording will always be remembered for the cover art.
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