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SOME RECENT FAVORITE MUSIC DVD's (no particular order)
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Steve Howe's Remedy LiveSteve Howe's Remedy Live
Buy used from: $39.99
IT'S ABOUT TIME! This one has great sound, great production and the music (part Howe, part YES) is very fun. The acoustic section is absolutely beautiful! One of my favorite musicians.
Richard Thompson - Live In ProvidenceRichard Thompson - Live In Providence
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $8.25
Another English great that has little viewable material. This small venue concert is excellent and well done...they are total pros! Many great extra songs included (from the 80's and more recently).
Rush - R30Rush - R30
Buy new: $22.49 / Used from: $4.99
R30 is very nicely done, although I don't think the concert itself is as good as Rio, and the crowd isn't even close. The highlight here is the extras! 70's Rush videos, footage and great interviews
Ian Anderson Plays the Orchestral Jethro TullIan Anderson Plays the Orchestral Jethro Tull
Buy used from: $20.90
This is a delight to watch turned up on nice equipment. Great songs done very well by Ian and a host of great musicians. Can't go wrong with this if you are a big Tull fan. Isle of Wight cool too!!
Jimi Hendrix - Blue Wild Angel (Live at the Isle of Wight)Jimi Hendrix - Blue Wild Angel (Live at the Isle of Wight)
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $5.87
Funny that Jimi seems displeased with his performance, this is a wonderful performance (just before he died)! Newer and early songs give a great overview of genius at work - KICKS &%*!
Festival ExpressFestival Express
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $6.70
Very interesting and fun TRIP on Canadian train with a host of great musicians (Janis, The Band, Buddy Guy, etc.). Rare Dead material alone makes it worth it! Important historical event.
Yes - Symphonic LiveYes - Symphonic Live
Buy new: $13.99 / Used from: $7.84
VERY BEAUTIFUL and interesting arrangement. I watch this over and over - if you are a YES fan you will love it! Tsongas is just as good, House of YES also great. I could go on....
Opeth - Lamentations (Live at Shepherd's Bush Empire 2003)Opeth - Lamentations (Live at Shepherd's Bush Empire 2003)
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $6.90
This surprised me since I bought it on a whim. Nicely done production, interesting documentary, first half melodic and intense, second half doubles the intensity.
The Who - Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970The Who - Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $4.50
Full Tommy segment, and many of the great WHO songs make this a treat! Great extras as well with long Pete interview. Kids Are Alright re-release great too!
Grateful Dead - The Closing of WinterlandGrateful Dead - The Closing of Winterland
Buy used from: $15.28
Totally enjoyable and long DEAD concert that will keep you entertained many times over...if only the whole concert could play in the tracer mode - nice trip! Grateful Dead Movie also excellent!
Roger Waters - In the Flesh (Live)Roger Waters - In the Flesh (Live)
Buy new: $10.99 / Used from: $3.98
I really think this is great, maybe better than Pulse and some other Floyd videos. A different approach to entertaining the fans and a good one. Pulse is great too!
Led ZeppelinLed Zeppelin
Buy new: $23.99 / Used from: $5.84
Needless to say, this is one of the most important dvd releases in awhile! Tons of great material and some rare glimpses of this powerful band.
Paul McCartney - Live in Red SquarePaul McCartney - Live in Red Square
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $3.89
I think this is unbelievably good, despite the hyper camera work. Well produced otherwise and THE BAND ROCKS! This drummer is a trip, keyboards are dead on and the guitarists are top shelf!
Simon and Garfunkel - The Concert in Central ParkSimon and Garfunkel - The Concert in Central Park
Buy new: $8.49 / Used from: $3.94
This is a near perfect concert in my eyes, the songs are sublime and the whole atmosphere is charged! One for the ages...
King Crimson - Neal and Jack and Me (Live 1982-84)King Crimson - Neal and Jack and Me (Live 1982-84)
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $11.99
I have been a Crim fan for ages, and this is a pretty good representation of the Discipline era. You won't be dissappointed!
Beyond the BeginningBeyond the Beginning
Buy new: $22.49 / Used from: $12.99
This IS a little dissappointing, if only because it is so spotty and the sound quality is rough. Otherwise a good look at this great band in its prime.
The Eagles - Farewell 1 Tour - Live From MelbourneThe Eagles - Farewell 1 Tour - Live From Melbourne
Buy new: $23.99 / Used from: $10.98
Totally engaging and true to the spirit of the many huge hits of the 70's and 80's. They may be alot older, but they certainly aren't showing any weakness here - THIS IS NEARLY PERFECT!
The Beatles AnthologyThe Beatles Anthology
Buy new: $57.99 / Used from: $44.94
If you are a big fan of the Beatles (who isn't) you will find every second of this extended set delightful! A MUST have for sure!
The Doobie Brothers - Rockin Down the Highway: The Wildlife ConcertThe Doobie Brothers - Rockin Down the Highway: The Wildlife Concert
Buy new: $11.98 / Used from: $5.20
Doobies' music has always been a big influence, they are one of the great classic bands...if you need to see why, watch this rockin' concert! Great songbook, pro musicians, tight vocal harmonies!
Moody Blues: Lovely to See You  (2005)Moody Blues: Lovely to See You (2005)
Buy new: $13.99 / Used from: $8.99
CLASS ACT! This is so great seeing them (minus Ray Thomas and Mike Pinder unfortunately) in such high form after 40 years! Musicians helping fill the gaps do a fine job...this is excellent!
Pink Floyd - Live at Pompeii (Director's Cut)Pink Floyd - Live at Pompeii (Director's Cut)
Buy used from: $12.70
I love older Floyd, so this fits the bill nicely for nostalgia (saw this at the midnight theater then) and musical reasons. Great setting and concept (with Dark Side peeks as well). FUN!
Cat Stevens: Majikat Special EditionCat Stevens: Majikat Special Edition
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $12.78
If only my favorite bands in the 70's (this is 1976) had the foresight to create top quality video like this, it would be a far better world (at least musically). Excellent package (cd included)!
Once Above a TimeOnce Above a Time
Buy new: $13.49 / Used from: $7.48
Genesis guitar player shows his chops on many early songs as well as great solo material. Excellent concert, especially for guitar players.
Marc Bolan & T. Rex - Born to BoogieMarc Bolan & T. Rex - Born to Boogie
This is a surprising package and really interesting and fun. Marc was quite a showman, could play some unique guitar, and the band rocked. The Born to Boogie movie remaster is a delight!
Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Rust Never Sleeps - The Concert FilmNeil Young & Crazy Horse - Rust Never Sleeps - The Concert Film
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $7.67
Last, but certainly not least (this is the NY we all know and love), this is a truly classic show. Powerful electric jamming - Classic acoustic masterpieces...what more could be asked for?
Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) - Zoom Tour LiveElectric Light Orchestra (ELO) - Zoom Tour Live
Buy new: $9.99 / Used from: $6.99
Hard to believe this excellent tour didn't make it very far - it is a fun romp for ELO fans and those cello players AHEM, are very good ...
Jethro Tull - Living with the PastJethro Tull - Living with the Past
Buy used from: $4.98
Excellent later concert with a large collection of hits. Living in the Past does have its HIGH points. Get it if Tull is an old favorite, you won't regret.
Paul Simon - Live at the Tower Theatre 10/07/80 (DTS)Paul Simon - Live at the Tower Theatre 10/07/80 (DTS)
Buy used from: $10.00
Steve Gadd on drums, Eric Gale on guitar, Tony Levin on bass (Richard Tee? on piano and a few other excellent musicians on horns, etc.) ... AND Paul Simon in a classy setting in 1980 playing a dozen great songs. A very pleasant evening here, and a great price!
David Gilmour in Concert - Live at Robert Wayatt's MeltdownDavid Gilmour in Concert - Live at Robert Wayatt's Meltdown
Buy new: $14.99 / Used from: $9.15
A bit of a slow start but carries you along through a great night of solo and Floyd stuff, with an emphasis on acoustic and MELLOW, supporting cast is great - VERY ENJOYABLE to Floyd and Gilmour fans
Tour of the UniverseTour of the Universe
Buy used from: $5.99
I am a big fan of YES and Jon Anderson and feel somewhat simpatico with his take on things (he is making some big statements here). Some may find this very strange, but it is a trip for those who are big fans. Expect the unexpected is all I'll say - an adventure through Jon's psyche.
Bela Fleck and the Flecktones - Live at the QuickBela Fleck and the Flecktones - Live at the Quick
Buy new: $11.98 / Used from: $7.72
This is very original, classy, great sounding and quality offering if you ask me. I saw him a few years ago and it was excellent (very similar to this).
Jimi Hendrix - Rainbow BridgeJimi Hendrix - Rainbow Bridge
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $10.99
Move through the world with the people of these crazy but interesting times, consider the dilemmas and philosophical meanderings and bump into Jimi in the last half hour (cameos and a partial concert on the mountain in Hawaii - an interesting performance with some of his last songs).
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Freebird The Movie / Tribute TourLynyrd Skynyrd - Freebird The Movie / Tribute Tour
Buy used from: $29.51
Get wired watching LS break the Brits will in an awe inspiring concert from the 70's. All the Stones could do was hang their heads after this rare showdown, feeling pity!
Peter Gabriel - Play: The VideosPeter Gabriel - Play: The Videos
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $4.85
Smorgasbord of audio/visual delights. First rate product with like 23 videos and some extras.
Classic Albums - The Grateful Dead: Anthem to BeautyClassic Albums - The Grateful Dead: Anthem to Beauty
Buy used from: $6.98
A fun romp with the Dead and friends discussing these beloved masterpieces. A riot of good memories and interesting visuals/stories. A Deadheads delight!
The Marshall Tucker Band - Live From the Garden State 1981The Marshall Tucker Band - Live From the Garden State 1981
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $8.49
I saw them around this time and it was a great, mellow but rockin' concert. This is a decent remembrance and good package.
Permanent Record - Live & Otherwise - Violent FemmesPermanent Record - Live & Otherwise - Violent Femmes
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $2.89
This was one of my wife's favorite bands, so I got this for her. I enjoyed it alot too, really fun and different, with fun extras.
Stray Cats - Rumble in BrixtonStray Cats - Rumble in Brixton
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $11.98
Another wife band but guitar lovers (like me) pick for studying the masters (Brian Setzer is a MONSTER on the guitar). Really fun band still doing their thing to near perfection. If you ever were a fan, this will be a blast.
Music for MontserratMusic for Montserrat
Buy new: $11.49 / Used from: $10.00
This concert is full of great performances from McCartney, Elton, Mark Knopfler, Sting, Phil Collins, Eric Clapton, Carl Perkins and others in the beautiful Royal Albert Hall. VERY WORTH IT!
Supertramp - The Story So FarSupertramp - The Story So Far
Buy new: $17.99 / Used from: $6.97
I got this for my young son since he loves this band, but I like them alot too and this rare old footage is a great watch.