VH1 Storytellers - Matchbox Twenty

VH1 Storytellers - Matchbox Twenty


Starring:Matchbox Twenty
Studio: Image Entertainment
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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The music of Matchbox Twenty--or, more accurately, singer-songwriter Rob Thomas and his backup band--is spotlighted in this 10-song, hour-long Storytellers entry, recorded in New York in February 2001. Does a band whose entire oeuvre at the time consisted of just two albums deserve the same relatively prestigious showcase previously granted to the likes of David Bowie, the Pretenders, and Elvis Costello? That's certainly debatable; then again, perhaps this is what you get for appearing on a gazillion-seller like Carlos Santana's Supernatural, as Thomas did. In any event, Thomas is a personable, garrulous fellow with a distinctive voice (familiar to all from Santana's "Smooth") and some pretty good tunes ("Push," "If You're Gone"). And make no mistake about it: this is his show, as the other musicians (including a horn section on several numbers) barely get a word in edgewise. DVD bonus features include a music-only option and one additional song. --Sam Graham
Description
Platinum hitmakers Matchbox Twenty hit the stage and tell the tales for the groundbreaking VH1 series, "Storytellers." Starting with their 1996 debut, "Yourself or Someone Like You," Matchbox Twenty has built a devoted following that continues to grow with each new record and tour. Filmed at New York City's Chelsea Piers, Matchbox Twenty perform their many hits including a stripped-down version of the timeless "3 A.M." with Rob Thomas at the piano. Songs: Bent, Mad Season, Black and White People, Push, If You're Gone, Crutch, Lonely Weekend, You Won't Be Mine, Rest Stop, 3 AM.
VH1 Storytellers - Matchbox Twenty
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Way awesome
  • Rob thomas, the Elton John/Billy Joel of our generation...
  • It's called Storytellers for a reason!
  • Sam Graham are you from MARS?
  • Too much talk talk talk
 VH1 Storytellers - Matchbox Twenty
Starring: Matchbox Twenty
Manufacturer: Image Entertainment
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B0000648Y7
Release Date: 2002-10-29

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The music of Matchbox Twenty--or, more accurately, singer-songwriter Rob Thomas and his backup band--is spotlighted in this 10-song, hour-long Storytellers entry, recorded in New York in February 2001. Does a band whose entire oeuvre at the time consisted of just two albums deserve the same relatively prestigious showcase previously granted to the likes of David Bowie, the Pretenders, and Elvis Costello? That's certainly debatable; then again, perhaps this is what you get for appearing on a gazillion-seller like Carlos Santana's Supernatural, as Thomas did. In any event, Thomas is a personable, garrulous fellow with a distinctive voice (familiar to all from Santana's "Smooth") and some pretty good tunes ("Push," "If You're Gone"). And make no mistake about it: this is his show, as the other musicians (including a horn section on several numbers) barely get a word in edgewise. DVD bonus features include a music-only option and one additional song. --Sam Graham

Description

Platinum hitmakers Matchbox Twenty hit the stage and tell the tales for the groundbreaking VH1 series, "Storytellers." Starting with their 1996 debut, "Yourself or Someone Like You," Matchbox Twenty has built a devoted following that continues to grow with each new record and tour. Filmed at New York City's Chelsea Piers, Matchbox Twenty perform their many hits including a stripped-down version of the timeless "3 A.M." with Rob Thomas at the piano. Songs: Bent, Mad Season, Black and White People, Push, If You're Gone, Crutch, Lonely Weekend, You Won't Be Mine, Rest Stop, 3 AM.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Way awesome.......2006-11-20

I have loved these guys since their Tabitha's Secret days. Honestly Rob Thomas just grows with his music. I loved the intimacy of the VH1 Storytellers so much. Its like your in the room with them. The songs are crisp and clear. As a Matchbox Twenty Fan you really need to own this.

5 out of 5 stars Rob thomas, the Elton John/Billy Joel of our generation..........2006-11-15

This is the earliest performance I remember watching of Matchbox 20 and I was mildly interested at the time, but AC music wasn't the coolest to listen to, so I just enjoyed it in passing. VH1 was playing it a lot back then!
Fast forward a few years, MB20 are the hidden tracks on your fave AC radio station and worth listening to. So last year I snatched up this DVD and it became such a warmer and better performance. Watching it now, Rob's humor and self-depracation shine thru ;) and make for interesting tales and narration. It's interesting to see such a happy guy describing his angst-filled life influences for his generally maudlin tracks. If you don't wanna know why he wrote these songs, this isn't the DVD for you. Rob and the gang are fun, but this shows the heart of their sound. If you're a matchbox 20 fan or a Rob Thomas fan, pick this up. If not, this probably won't change your mind, but you might watch it more than once...
If for no other reason, buy this just for the jazzy version of Crutch. Tooooooooo awesome :)

5 out of 5 stars It's called Storytellers for a reason!.......2005-01-26

It's called Storytellers for a reason! This DVD is Matchbox Twenty and specifically Rob Thomas telling the stories behind some of their greatest hits up through their Mad Season album. This is a wonderful music DVD plus you get the added benefit of hearing the inside stories on some of your favorite songs. And Rob Thomas is just so endearing and cool. You just can't help loving this band. The highlights for me were Push and Rest Stop. And a cover of Lonely Weekend and a country version of Push are great fun. I highly recommend it.

5 out of 5 stars Sam Graham are you from MARS?.......2004-08-14

This is an AMAZING dvd! Rob Thomas does most if not all of the story telling, BECAUSE HE WROTE THE SONGS...
There is so much emotion in the stories and the lyrics...
Everyone under the age of 65 will LOVE this dvd

2 out of 5 stars Too much talk talk talk.......2004-05-10

I would have rather watched a regular concert DVD. All the talk drove me crazy.

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