James Brown: House of Blues

Starring:James Brown
Studio: Image Entertainment
Product Type: DVD

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He is, was, and always will be the hardest working man in show business: the Godfather of Soul and, of course, Soul Brother No. 1. And, at the age of 67, following a prison stint and drug rehab to kick painkillers, James Brown has still got the energy of men half his age. This set, taped at the House of Blues in Las Vegas on high-definition equipment, captures the aging legend with his powers barely diminished. Working with the same band and backing vocalists that brought down the house at Woodstock '99, the somewhat portly Brown gets on the good foot, offering the kind of stop-on-a-dime musicianship from his orchestra that one has come to expect. But he can still deliver as well, whether he's hot- footing across the stage with maximum cool or leading his back-up singers and dancers in elaborate stage moves. His voice may be a shade raspier, but then he never was Perry Como. Rather, Brown still has the well-oiled instincts of a showman and the effortless cool of a veteran. How can you resist? --Marshall Fine

Description

The hardest working man in show business brings down the House of Blues with a live concert event in Las Vegas. Recorded with high definition equipment, James Brown's influential music, uninhibited style and energetic stage presence are captured like never before. Generations of fans rejoice as the undisputed "Godfather of Soul" takes his diverse audience on a journey through five decades of chart-topping hits. Also includes an interview with Brown. Songs: Get Up Offa That Thing, Gonna Have a Funky Good Time, Living in America, Popcorn, Soul Power, Soul Man, I Got the Feeling, Hot Pants, Try Me, Prisoner of Love, Georgia on My Mind, If I Ruled the World, Why Don't You Do It Right, Papa's Got a Brand New Bag, Funk on a Roll, I Feel Good, Payback, Papa Don't Take No Mess, Please Please Please, Sex Machine. 75 minutes

Customer Reviews:

PRODUCT RIP-OFF.......2007-05-15

I TRIED TO PLAY THE DVD ON THREE DIFFERENT VIDEO SYSTEMS AND THE RESULTS ON ALL THREE WERE THE SAME. THE VIDEO PORTION WAS DISTORTED AND SKIPPED FRAMES. THE AUDIO ALSO SKIPPED. I WAS VERY DISAPPOINTED IN THIS PURCHASE.

It's Not As Great As You Think.......2006-12-28

Set list looks good...but the performance is surprisingly limited. After watching this several times, I've forced myself to enjoy it more. After the death of Mr. Brown, I hold it as a great memory from when I saw him last February.

James Brown is simply not into this show. He's in a rush to get outta there and it shows. He rushes through every song. The ballads are simply him singing about 20-30 seconds until he motions to his band to move on to the next song. Songs where you can't wait to see and hear like "I Feel Good" and "Papa's Got A Brand New Bag" are shamelessly too short. I'm not sure what the audience felt, but watching this I was upset and frustrated that he did not give each song the respect, credit and time they each deserved.

Yes he is in his 60's and that is not at all a problem. His moves are still pretty good. My only reason for watching this DVD are for 2 numbers: "Get Up Offa That Thing" and "Soul Man". He shines throughout these songs and only these, in my opinion. There are moments where he can't sing the high notes and heavily relies on his backup singers.

I don't really recommend this DVD---at least for this price $12-$17. I bought mine for $5 and it's definitely worth that. Dont' pay more than $7 or you will be sorely dissapointed and regretful.

Feel The Music.......2005-12-03

Just listen to James Brown's superhit "Sex Machine" and feel the power of music, the perfect harmony between the band members, vocals and dancers. James Brown is still the Godfather of soul music, very active and carismatic. Great audience reacting superbly with the music.. Even Sharon Stone attended this amazing concert. Enjoy this DVD, with both 5.1 dolby digital sound and picture excellent qualities, and for all James Brown's fans, this DVD is a must for your music library.

A sad disappointment ..........2004-02-11

Well, you win a few and you lose a few. With half the reviewers giving this DVD 5 stars and the other half giving it 2 stars, I knew it would be a bit of a gamble. Don't get me wrong: the DVD looks and sounds terrific but the Godfather of Soul is only there in body but sadly not in spirit. The band cooks, the backup singers and dancers work their butts off but the Hardest Working Man in Showbusiness sleepwalks his way through the show.

Did Anyone Say He was Slowing Down?.......2003-01-14

After all these years, the man still has it, and mind you, he is well up in age and the only thing he does not do is the split.
But I tell you, this is a concert, especially when he performs "funk on a roll." and "Papa don't take no mess".
HE IS STILL THE MAN, in my book. A must have in your collection.

National Lampoon's Animal House & Blues Brother (Two Pack)

Average customer rating:

Two classic movies on widescreen at a great price!
What format?!

National Lampoon's Animal House & Blues Brother (Two Pack)
Starring: Dan Aykroyd , John Belushi , James Brown , Cab Calloway , and John Candy
Director: John Landis
Manufacturer: Universal Studios
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

General | Comedy | Genres | DVD | Video

( N ) | Titles | Features | DVD | Video
ASIN: B0000DG064
Release Date: 2003-12-23

Customer Reviews:

Two classic movies on widescreen at a great price!.......2004-07-21

Despite what Turd suggests, it is clear that these are on widescreen. It also seems clear that these are the same as the regular versions that you can get all the detail you want on.
The best thing is the price.

What format?!.......2004-04-10

I wish I knew if this was widescreen or fullscreen. So much info missing on what you're buying. Buy them separate. At least you know what you're getting.