A Blast from the Past: Vasco Rossi‘s 1983 Live Album Gets a Deluxe Rerelease
For early fans, it’s a gift, a completion of a sonic journey that started back in the 1980s before Vasco Rossi’s meteoric rise to stadium stardom. On December 6th, Italian rock icon Vasco Rossi will give fans the complete 1983 “Okay, Okay Like This: Live + Live unreleased – 40th Anniversary Special Edition”. This exclusive box set revisits the energy and raw passion of those early concerts, offering a glimpse into a pivotal moment in Rossi’s career.
The Missing Pieces: A Lost Chapter in Rossi’s Live History
The original release of “Okay, Okay Like This – Live” in 1984 was a critical and commercial success, capturing the essence of Rossi’s explosive stage presence and raw, emotional vocals. However, this album, while cherished by fans, hinted at something more. Record label decisions at the time led to the omission of ten tracks that, until now, had remained unheard.
This new box set rectifies that oversight, presenting the complete picture of the 1983 concerts. The missing tracks offer a deeper dive into Rossi’s early repertoire. Included are gems like “Let’s Forget This City”, “Splendid Day”, “I Like You Because”, “Our Relationship”, “Asilo Republic,” “A Song for You”, “Valium”, “What Are You Doing Now?”, “I Want to Go to the Seaside,” and “Silvia”. These songs
transport listeners back to a crucial moment in Rossi’s journey, showcasing his early songwriting style and electrifying stage presence.
A Time Capsule of 1980s Rock and Roll
Those who witnessed the 1983 “Bollicine” tour found themselves immersed in an era of pure, unadulterated rock and roll. Forget the massive stage productions of later decades. These concerts were about the music, the raw energy, and Rossi’s connection with his audience.
As he puts it, “These are tracks that at the time should have been part of a double live performance…Then the record company made the decision to focus on an album with only seven songs, a sort of live greatest hits with the addition of an unreleased studio album.”
Recordings from that tour, captured at venues like the Teatro Tenda in Bologna, the Palasport in Cantù, and the Verona 2000 disco in the Verona province round out the box set. Each track repeats its impact. The energy of those performances — the sweat, the passion, the histrionics — come through, offering a truly living, breathing experience.
Essential Listening for Vasco Rossi Lovers
This is more than just a re-release. It’s a window into Rossi’s early years, a period that laid the groundwork for his legendary status. This box set is a must-have for long-time fans, those who remember those early concerts, and for a new generation of listeners eager to discover the rawness and passion that defined Vasco Rossi in his nascent years.
Why was the original release of “Okay, Okay Like This: Live” missing tracks?
## Interview: A Blast from the Past with Vasco Rossi’s 1983 Live Release
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re talking about a truly exciting release for fans of Italian rock legend, Vasco Rossi. Joining us to discuss the 40th Anniversary Special Edition of “Okay, Okay Like This: Live” is music historian and Rossi expert, Alex Reed.
**Alex Reed:** Thanks for having me. It’s a real thrill to talk about this release.
**Host:** Absolutely! For our listeners who may not be familiar, can you tell us about the original “Okay, Okay Like This” album and its significance?
**Alex Reed:** Sure! This live album was originally released in 1984 and captured Vasco Rossi at a pivotal moment in his career, just before his meteoric rise to stadium-filling status. [[1](https://www.discogs.com/release/28788415-Vasco-Rossi-Il-Supervissuto)]It showcased his incredible stage presence, raw vocals, and the explosive energy of his early concerts.
**Host:** Right, but this new release isn’t just a remaster of the original, is it?
**Alex Reed:** You’re right. This 40th Anniversary Special Edition is something truly special. The original album release was actually missing ten tracks due to record label decisions at the time.
**Host:** Wow, ten missing tracks? That’s quite a lot.
**Alex Reed:** Exactly! This new box set finally gives us the complete picture of those 1983 concerts. Those missing tracks offer a deeper dive into Rossi’s early sound and add another layer to what was already a great live album.
**Host:** This must be a real treat for dedicated fans.
**Alex Reed:** Definitely. It’s like completing a sonic puzzle, finally hearing those lost performances. It’s a gift for longtime fans and a fantastic introduction to Rossi’s early work for new listeners.
**Host:** That’s great to hear. So, for those wanting to experience this piece of rock history, when can they get their hands on this new release?
**Alex Reed:** Mark your calendars! The “Okay, Okay Like This: Live + Live unreleased – 40th Anniversary Special Edition” drops on December 6th. [[1](https://www.discogs.com/release/28788415-Vasco-Rossi-Il-Supervissuto)]
**Host:** Fantastic! Thank you so much for joining us today and giving us the inside scoop on this exciting Vasco Rossi release.
**Alex Reed:** My pleasure. It’s always a joy to talk about the enduring legacy of Vasco Rossi.
