Van — Morrison Bootlegs Portable

Van Morrison ’s bootleg history is as legendary as his official discography, fueled by his habit of performing radically different arrangements and leaving high-quality studio sessions in the vault. For decades, the "unofficial" Van catalogue has been defined by three distinct eras: the early R&B raw power with Them, the mystic "lost" sessions of the 1970s, and his late-century spiritual jazz-soul explorations. Essential Live Bootlegs

Moreover, fans claim that bootlegging can help to promote Morrison's music, introducing his work to new audiences and generating interest in his official releases. Some fans have even created their own websites and online communities dedicated to sharing and discussing Van Morrison bootlegs. van morrison bootlegs

To collect Van Morrison bootlegs is to chase a ghost—a performer so mercurial that no two shows are ever the same. Van Morrison ’s bootleg history is as legendary

1. The Caledonia Soul Orchestra Era (1973-1974)

The Peak of the Band