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Ladies and Gentlemen…The Rolling Stones Blu-ray Review

Posted October 3rd, 2010 by Brandon A. DuHamel

Ladies and Gentlemen…The Rolling Stones Blu-ray Review

Ladies and Gentlemen…The Rolling Stones, indeed! This 1972 concert film. long missing in action, may not look great, but it sounds really good and offers up an excellent look at the legendary band in their prime.

Michael McDonald: This Christmas — Live in Chicago Blu-ray Review

Posted September 27th, 2010 by Brandon A. DuHamel

Michael McDonald: This Christmas — Live in Chicago Blu-ray Review

Michael McDonald gives a special Christmas-themed concert in this special for PBS’ Soundstage, full of Doobie Brothers classics, Christmas songs, and an excellent backing band.

Rush: 2112 + Moving Pictures Classic Albums Blu-ray Review

Posted September 16th, 2010 by Brandon A. DuHamel

Rush: 2112 + Moving Pictures Classic Albums Blu-ray Review

Canadian prog-rock trio Rush have two of their pivotal albums discussed in the Classic Albums series from Eagle Rock.

Goldberg Variations Acoustica 3D Music Album Blu-ray 3D Review

Posted September 13th, 2010 by Brandon A. DuHamel

Goldberg Variations Acoustica 3D Music Album Blu-ray 3D Review

The world’s first 3D Music Album arrives from audiophile powerhouse AIX and it’s a winner.

Mussorgsky: Pictures at an Exhibition & Borodin: Symphony No. 2 [Rattle] Blu-ray Review

Posted September 9th, 2010 by Lawrence D. Devoe, MD

Mussorgsky: Pictures at an Exhibition & Borodin: Symphony No. 2 [Rattle] Blu-ray Review

Sir Simon Rattle leads the Berlin Philharmonic through a gala New Year’s Eve concert of 19th century Russian music. This superb concert video highlights a world class orchestra playing much-loved symphonic selections in a visually arresting setting.

Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra [Teatro Comunale di Bologna] Blu-ray Review

Posted September 6th, 2010 by Lawrence D. Devoe, MD

Giuseppe Verdi: Simon Boccanegra [Teatro Comunale di Bologna] Blu-ray Review

A middle-Verdi masterpiece that is given a strong reading by soloists, orchestra and conductor. The superb period costumes offset a minimalist set and overall dark staging. This performance is most satisfying on repeated viewings.

Black Label Society: Doom Troopin’ Live — The European Invasion Blu-ray Review

Posted August 30th, 2010 by Brandon A. DuHamel

Black Label Society: Doom Troopin’ Live — The European Invasion Blu-ray Review

The head-on metal assault of Black Label Society is captured live on Blu-ray from their 2005 European tour and offered up in a feature rich release from Eagle Rock.

Jane’s Addiction: Live Voodoo Blu-ray Review

Posted August 29th, 2010 by Brandon A. DuHamel

Jane’s Addiction: Live Voodoo Blu-ray Review

“Jane says” Jane’s Addiction’s Live Voodoo concert performance from Halloween night in 2009 is a hard rock winner on Blu-ray.

The Pixies: Live Acoustic & Electric Blu-ray Review

Posted August 29th, 2010 by Brandon A. DuHamel

The Pixies: Live Acoustic & Electric Blu-ray Review

The Pixies 2005 reunion tour is captured in glorious HD on Blu-ray from Eagle Rock in two sets that include an all-acoustic stand at the Newport Folk Festival.

Classic Albums: Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers — Damn The Torpedoes Blu-ray Review

Posted August 26th, 2010 by Jeff Dorgay

Classic Albums: Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers — Damn The Torpedoes Blu-ray Review

This Classic Albums’ release gives you an in-depth look at what many fans and critics alike consider to be the pivotal point in Tom Petty’s career, as well as the making of one of his best albums.