Below is a breakdown of what this recording represents, the context of the performance, and the technical specifications of the file. Date: March 27, 2018.
This is the handle of the "taper"—the individual who recorded the show. "Perks" is a well-known taper in the live music community (often sharing work on sites like Live Music Archive or Dimeadozen) known for high-end equipment and excellent positioning. Meshell Ndegeocello 2018-03-27.mk5.perks.flac16
Live recordings like this are typically traded within the taper community. You can often find similar legal, fan-recorded sets on the Meshell Ndegeocello collection at Archive.org. Below is a breakdown of what this recording
Refers to the microphones used, likely the Schoeps mk5 capsules. These are legendary in the taping community for their "ruler-flat" frequency response and ability to capture incredible detail in live settings. "Perks" is a well-known taper in the live
For audiophiles and live music collectors, the suffix codes provide essential information about the recording quality:
This specific file name, , refers to a high-quality "bootleg" or audience recording of Meshell Ndegeocello performing live on March 27, 2018.
This concert took place just weeks after the release of her covers album, Ventriloquism (released March 16, 2018). The setlist likely features her unique, moody reinterpretations of 80s and 90s R&B and pop hits like TLC’s "Waterfalls" and Sade’s "Smooth Operator." Technical Breakdown of the Filename