RCA Records (USA) ( August 14, 2007 ), Genre: Rock & Pop
Personnel: Dave Matthews (guitars); Tim Reynolds (guitars). Recorded in New York City during the spring of 2007, LIVE AT RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL marks the second major collaborative release by jam-band hero Dave Matthews and guitarist Tim Reynolds (the first being 1999's LIVE AT LUTHER COLLEGE). Over the course of two discs and 26 tracks, the duo--longtime friends who met in Charlottesville, Virginia, before Matthews rose to fame--offers up a dynamic acoustic-oriented set that includes stripped-down versions of many Dave Matthews Band tunes, along with songs from his SOME DEVIL solo album. While certain tracks shine the spotlight on Matthews's signature deep, deft vocal style--see the bluesy "Save Me" and the scat-tinged "Eh Hee"--other tunes focus on the pair's instrumental prowess, particularly on the atmospheric intro to "Lie in Our Graves," which mixes Reynolds's dreamy, effects-heavy electric playing with Matthews's gentle acoustic picking. A performance that easily holds it own with many DMB concert ...
Price Range: $15 - $18
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In April 2007, Dave Mathews and Tim Reynolds embarked on a 3 city theatre tour, culminating with a performance in the intimate confines of Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Due to the small sized venues and extremely limited number of dates, tickets were practically impossible to get, making these new 2 CD and 2 DVD sets all the more desirable to the huge Dave Matthews band fanbase..
Socialites in the Hamptons paid up to $15,000 for the privilege of seeing this duo in action just a few weeks before the release of Live at Radio City Music Hall . Not that it was any easier to get tickets to the April 22, 2007, concert in New York that produced this recording, available on CD or DVD with high-definition 5.1 surround sound and an additional 46-minute film of backstage footage. The acoustic set features the veteran musicians performing for nearly two-and-a-half hours--and you get the feeling they could have easily kept going.
Reynolds gets his solo turn on "Betrayal" and "You Are My Sanity," but it's a chatty Matthews who seems to be relishing the occasion more, stripping down some of his band's most popular songs ("Lie in Our Graves," "Two Step") while giving the fans a sneak peek at a couple of its new ones ("Eh Hee," "Cornbread"). The guy's even thrown in a few covers for kicks, including Neil Young's "Down by the River" and Daniel Lanois' "The Maker." In terms of audio quality and packaging, it marks a vast improvement over the pair's first release, 1999's Live at Luther College . And the best part is that it doesn't cost more than a yacht.
-- Aidin Vaziri .
Artist: Dave Matthews/Tim Reynolds
Record Label: RCA Records (USA)
Genre: Rock and Pop
Release Date: August 14, 2007
Album Duration: 146m:55s
Number of Discs: 2
Song List: Disc 1: BartenderWhen the World EndsStay or LeaveSave MeCrushSo Damn LuckyGravediggerMakerOld Dirt Hill (Bring That Beat Back)Eh HeeBetrayalOut of My HandsStill WaterDon't Drink the Water
Song List: Disc 2: OhCornbreadCrash Into MeDown by the RiverYou Are My SanitySisterLie in Our GravesSome DevilGrace Is GoneDancing Nancies#41Two Step
Content: 4/5 Picture Quality: 4.5/5 Sound Quality: 5/5 Extras: 1.25/5
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Title: Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds: Live at Radio City
Format: Blu-ray
Version: U.S.A / Region Free
Aspect ratio: 1.78:1
VC-1 BD-50 (Main feature)
Running time: 2:49:02
Movie size: 42,27 GB
Disc size: 43,46 GB
Average video bit rate: 19.93 Mbps
Dolby TrueHD 5.1 24-bit/96kHz
LPCM 2.0 2304Kbps 24-bit
DD AC3 5.1 640Kbps
English Lyrics
Disc Two BD-25 (Extras)
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#Documentary: So Damn Lucky - 46 minutes
#Photo Montage - 4 minutes
Oct 09, 2008
Amazing!
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If you like Dave Matthews, this CD is a must have. The acoustic performance by Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds is nothing short of astounding.
Sep 10, 2008
wonderful concert DVD
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Watching this DVD is an almost transformational experience. I am very new to Dave Matthews and the DMB, but this DVD is absolutely wonderful. I would expect that almost anyone would enjoy this DVD. I was initially put off by some of the reviews that were peeved about Dave talking too much between songs. I was actually afraid to buy this DVD because I thought that too much talking would be a bad thing. I went ahead and bought the DVD and was VERY happy that I did!
I agree that he can get wordy, but there is only one place in the concert that is a bit distracting; when he talks about his 'African' experience. Even this story is fine within the context of this particular concert. This concert DVD has such a nice atmosphere and actually draws you into the music. Now that I've seen the DVD several times, the talking is not distracting, but part of the concert experience. Of course, seeing this live would have been an absolute treat because it is really cool when musicians tell the audience what is on their mind.
I have the music CD of this concert and the 'African' story is deleted. This is much better when listening to only the music. I wholeheartedly recommend both the DVD concert and the CD. I own a lot of DVD concerts and this might be my favorite.
Sep 09, 2008
wonderful concert DVD
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Watching this DVD is an almost transformational experience. I am very new to Dave Matthews and the DMB, but this DVD is absolutely wonderful. I would expect that almost anyone would enjoy this DVD. I was initially put off by some of the reviews that were peeved about Dave talking too much between songs. I was actually afraid to buy this DVD because I thought that too much talking would be a bad thing. I went ahead and bought the DVD and was VERY happy that I did!
I agree that he can get wordy, but there is only one place in the concert that is a bit distracting; when he talks about his 'African' experience. Even this story is fine within the context of this particular concert. This concert DVD has such a nice atmosphere and actually draws you into the music. Now that I've seen the DVD several times, the talking is not distracting, but part of the concert experience. Of course, seeing this live would have been an absolute treat because it is really cool when musicians tell the audience what is on their mind.
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Great Live CD
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This is one of my favorite live CDs from Dave Matthews. But of course they are all great! :]
Aug 30, 2008
Excellent
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Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds always put on a great show, this performance is no different. What makes this so fun to watch over and over is the quality of the video/sound. It's fantastic. You see so much detail, it's almost like being there. Minus the wonderful aromas... Blu-Ray was meant to deliver high quality video and audio. This one does. You will not be disappointed.
Aug 03, 2008
Dave Matthews Fans rejoice!!!!!!!!!!
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Okay I'm a Dave junkie, I'll admit that. Yeah I have all the albums all the live stuff and of course most of the concerts I've been to. I've been to 49 of his concerts so far. Got another one this week and have another one the week after. Rough schedule I know.
I'm buying this AGAIN on Blu-Ray because it seems that some of my family members think that they deserve this more than I do. I pre-ordered it though the fan club and a week after having it, it was snagged. So instead of putting up a stink I'll get a new one.
But this is a great set and has a lot of my favorite songs on it. If your a fan this should be in your collection it's an excellent set. I've watched it maybe 78 times so far and not bored at all. It's a great flick to throw in while cleaning or sitting around drinking with friends.
Jul 30, 2008
One of the best concerts. blu-rays out there.
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This is the third time I have bought this concert (once on iTunes, the DVD, and now this), and I must say I love it more every time I watch or listen to it. Dave's songs are given a new flavor and Tim's wonderful and unique guitar-playing ability gets recognition. In the blu-ray release you will see and hear everything. You will see ever scratch on Tim's guitar, and every whisker on Dave's face. The audio includes a TrueHD track and is pitch-perfect.
I cannot express to you how much you will enjoy this. This isn't a viewing, it's an experience. Lie back and enjoy.
Jul 30, 2008
Absolutely Flawless
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Never has a concert captivated me like this one has. The video is excellent, but it only takes a back seat to the awesome audio. 96kz/24-bit audio in Dolby TrueHD is the best audio I've heard in a musical recording.
Of course, the only thing that makes all of this worth it is a good performance, and Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds do a excellent job. The perfomances sound superb and they are entertaining to watch. The guitars are very spatial and seperated in the surround system. Dave Matthew's voice is clear and sounds great. I was expecting a full band, but what we have are two great guitar players and one of our generations most versatile vocalists.
A pleasure to own. If you're in debate about getting this...stop! Buy now!
May 24, 2008
AMAZING ----FIVE STARS
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I was never much of a Dave Matthews fan before I bought this album.
Every single track on this cd is breathtaking!
This will go down as one of my all time favorites.
May 08, 2008
One of my favorites
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This double cd has quickly become one of my favorites. I was never a DMB fan until I heard this album. I particularly enjoy the the "unplugged" style. I could do without some of the political commentary, but otherwise an excellent performance.
May 02, 2008
