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SIGHTS AND SOUNDS IN ROCK ( DVD )
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The Beatles AnthologyThe Beatles Anthology
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The visual story is detailed from beginning to end not missing a beat. Performances from small clubs to Shea Stadium are vintage.
The Rolling Stones - Rock and Roll CircusThe Rolling Stones - Rock and Roll Circus
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THE STONES (Trippy); THE WHO (Lively); J. TULL (Theatric); T. MAHAL (Hip Blues); LENNON / CLAPTON / RICHARDS (Nostalgic); M. FAITHFULL (Sexy Pop) = A Circus of 4.5 stars.
Music in High Places - Alanis Morissette Live in the Navajo NationMusic in High Places - Alanis Morissette Live in the Navajo Nation
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Unplugged down to the bare bone. Great scenery plus informative Indian tour guide make for one of the most unusual performances by a rock act. Alanis comes off real genuine.
Neil Young - Red Rocks Live / Friends + Relatives (DVD)Neil Young - Red Rocks Live / Friends + Relatives (DVD)
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Primarily a mellow set until the encore. Then Neil really "Plugs In". The rain pounds hard with some thunder. The audience gets on their feet creating a visual in rock that's as good as it gets.
Live at The GorgeLive at The Gorge by Dave Matthews Band
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A rockumentary type presentation of getting to know the band upfront and personal. Plenty of good music, too. The Gorge itself is an awesome sight.
Jethro Tull - Nothing Is Easy: Live at the Isle of Wight 1970Jethro Tull - Nothing Is Easy: Live at the Isle of Wight 1970
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The early years classic line-up narrated between songs by front man Ian Anderson. Promoters try to clear out 600,000 people so the band can have a sound check.
Jewel - Live at Humphrey's by the BayJewel - Live at Humphrey's by the Bay
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Starting the concert with her dog, then inviting an audience member up on stage to sing is outright cool. The show is even better, especially when the band joins in.
Fly Jefferson AirplaneFly Jefferson Airplane
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A good overview of "The Jet Age Sound". The highlight is performing a song on a tall building roof top in New York City without a permit rattling the citizens and police, who arrest singer M. Balin.
Dave Matthews Band - Live at Folsom Field Boulder ColoradoDave Matthews Band - Live at Folsom Field Boulder Colorado
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MTV type production; interesting helicopter film work from high up above. It's a "Feel A Part Of The Audience" DVD concert which is enjoyable, but not for everyone.
Sarah McLachlan - MirrorballSarah McLachlan - Mirrorball
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A complete concert blending her early years folk/rock period with the later mainsteam songs . Sarah hits the world beat on "Witness".
Some Enchanted EveningSome Enchanted Evening by Blue Öyster Cult
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One of the more underrated groups from the 1970's live concert has it all: "Five Guitars", smoke and lasers in an explosive finish.
Blues Traveler - Live - Thinnest of AirBlues Traveler - Live - Thinnest of Air
The almighty jams, playing with a little more funk at the beautiful Red Rocks. John Popper is back, better than ever on his unique style of harp work. The DVD has 11 more songs than the CD version.
Ziggy Stardust: The Motion PictureZiggy Stardust: The Motion Picture
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The Spiders From Mars final performance is a Rock Glam Show second to none.
Big Head Todd & the Monsters - Live at the FillmoreBig Head Todd & the Monsters - Live at the Fillmore
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The modern day classic rockers give a good show closing it off with Eric Clapton's "Forever Man". Bonus features include the guys doing a walking tour of the historic Fillmore and "On The Road".
Jimi Hendrix - Live at WoodstockJimi Hendrix - Live at Woodstock
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Because of the rains, Hendrix played at Woodstock after the festival was technically over. Awesome solos and of course his famous rendition of the "Star Spangled Banner".
Hootie and the Blowfish's Summer Camp With TrucksHootie and the Blowfish's Summer Camp With Trucks
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Looking back when they were on top the charts. Lead singer Darius Rucker has to calm down the rowdy crowd which gets out of control. The guys are better live.
Dan Hicks & the Hot LicksDan Hicks & the Hot Licks
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On his 60th birthday, Dan Hicks invited over 40 of his former bandmates for a concert. David LaFlamme and Sid Page lead a "Violin Jam" for the ages on the trippy "I Scare Myself".
Jagged Little Pill LiveJagged Little Pill Live
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Snippets from various stops on her world tour. The best part is when Alanis runs around the stage, then caps it off jumping up on the drums.
Jimi Hendrix - Rainbow BridgeJimi Hendrix - Rainbow Bridge
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Strange hippie movie. The last portion is a live Jimi Hendrix concert performance on a volcano in Hawaii.
Dave Matthews Band - Listener SupportedDave Matthews Band - Listener Supported
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My preference is DMB outdoors. The positive to this concert was lengthy camera work on the band, better sound quality since it's indoor and a strong set list.
John Kay & Steppenwolf - Live in LouisvilleJohn Kay & Steppenwolf - Live in Louisville
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No burn out dinosaurs here at the Riverfront Festival. Playing before an all age crowd, the band mixes in some roots obsurities to balence out the hard rock tunes of the past.
Good To See You Again, Alice Cooper - Live 1973 - Billion Dollar Babies TourGood To See You Again, Alice Cooper - Live 1973 - Billion Dollar Babies Tour
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Before his solo career, Alice Cooper as a strong group sent shock waves across the land using props and gimmicks for maximum effect.
Fumbling Towards Ecstasy: LiveFumbling Towards Ecstasy: Live
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Sarah performs songs from her major breakthru album in Canada. Definitely more edge, less diva. Behind the scenes show a fun, loose outfit having a good time.
The Doors - Live in Europe 1968The Doors - Live in Europe 1968
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Grace Slick and Paul Kantner of Jefferson Airplane share inside thoughts of the European Tour. After the dust settles, it's one of those "For Doors Only" collector items from A to Z.
The Cranberries - Beneath the Skin - Live in Paris (Version 2)The Cranberries - Beneath the Skin - Live in Paris (Version 2)
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For pure entertainment, the improved Paris arena DVD captures The Cranberries at the peak of their powers. Some extra videos and other goodies make it almost complete. A good show.
The Cranberries - LiveThe Cranberries - Live
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For serious musicianship, this is a better choice. The band in early, raw form with singer Delores O' Riordan dressed in punk/alt attire is all business doing songs from the first two albums.
Crosby, Stills & Nash - Long Time Comin'Crosby, Stills & Nash - Long Time Comin'
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A career presentation from Buffalo Springfield thru the 80's. Plenty of rare film clips including "Woodstock". One segment has the band members irate at David Crosby for being difficult.
Paul McCartney - Back in the U.S. (Live 2002 Concert Film)Paul McCartney - Back in the U.S. (Live 2002 Concert Film)
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A rockumentary of Paul McCartney touring America. The standout in the DVD is that it has plenty of Beatle songs. The title is misleading in my definition of "A Concert".
Soundstage: Alanis MorisetteSoundstage: Alanis Morisette
Alanis gets it done in an intimate setting.
The Velvet Underground - Velvet Redux: Live MCMXCIIIThe Velvet Underground - Velvet Redux: Live MCMXCIII
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A brief reunion is all one could hope for. Too bad the chanteuse Nico had already passed on.
Lou Reed: Rock and Roll HeartLou Reed: Rock and Roll Heart
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A story done right by the poetic songwriter. ( Andy Warhol's Factory, "Rock N' Roll Animal" and solo band clips )
Blue Oyster Cult - A Long Day's NightBlue Oyster Cult - A Long Day's Night
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Aging well, the New Yorkers led by "Buck Dharma" haven't missed a beat in metal and commercial radio - "Burnin' For You".
THE ROLLING STONES : IN HYDE PARKTHE ROLLING STONES : IN HYDE PARK
The Brian Jones tribute is has its worth for historical purposes.
Alice Cooper - The Nightmare Returns Tour (1986)Alice Cooper - The Nightmare Returns Tour (1986)
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"The King Of Shock" returns for a fun Holloween night. His 80's supporting band plays for better or worse LOUDER.
David Bowie - A Reality TourDavid Bowie - A Reality Tour
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Still commanding the stage, Bowie's concert in the 2000's doesn't live in the past.
Documentary & MontreuxDocumentary & Montreux
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Gatemouth Brown gives a needed boost to this concert. The documentary covers a lot of ground, but too much Fito De La Parra talking to the screen.
The Legend LiveThe Legend Live
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As the sun goes down and night sets in, the concert takes on a magical effect. Crossover Reggae hits rock audiences in Santa Barbara as Bob Marley raises the bar. Aston Barrett also plays a mean bass.