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Avg. Customer Rating:   (based on 9 reviews)
Sales Rank: 1637
Category: DVD
Actor: Johnny Winter
Director: N/a
Publisher: MUSIC VIDEO DIST.
Studio: MUSIC VIDEO DIST.
Manufacturer: MUSIC VIDEO DIST.
Label: MUSIC VIDEO DIST.
Format: Ac-3, Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Live, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 111 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: 4755
UPC: 022891475590
EAN: 0022891475590
ASIN: B001G5T6W6
Release Date: November 11, 2008
Theatrical Release Date: October 28, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Product Description
This DVD contains an incredible collection of official archival footage from the '70s including performances from Danish TV "Gladsaxe Teen Club" (Denmark 1970), the Royal Albert Hall in London (1970), the Beat Club in Bremen, Germany (1970), Don Kirshner's Rock Concert - Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT (1973), Soundstage - Blues Summit in Chicago, IL (1974), Musikladen in Bremen, Germany (1974), and Rockpalast in Germany (1979). Intermixed with the live content is interview footage at Detroit Tubeworks in Detroit, MI (1970). It's the definitive document of Johnny's career in the '70s.
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 This Is the Best Johnny Winter Show Available January 3, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Well some of us remember Johnny Winter when he came out as a "bonus baby" (one of the highest paid artists at the time- not really appropriate for a "bluesman") on his initial Columbia Records debut. This record was fantastic, but it was at the end of the "blues boom" of the 1960s. Winter went on to record some great things but got stuck between blues, rock and so on. We guitarists all loved him with his fingerpick style and soulful speed- across between Freddie King and B.B., with a great growling voice- not like Bob Hite and other "white" blues singers at the time.
This DVD is really the best released so far. I have waited two months to write a proper review of it. Winter has had several Japanese releases (bootleg) with some of these tunes on it, but they are not as good. The sound on this DVD makes it very special. If you only have one Johnny Winter DVD this should be it. A few years ago they released "Pieces and Bits" which, like this was a compilation of VHS released stuff, but it was a bit all over the place. This DVD is right on! I am a Blues lover and I will address this review to that part of the content.
The opening tunes are special- the sound is not the best but Winter's interpretation of his brother Edgar's "Frankenstein" is a highlight (still the Winter Bros top chart hit!- even if Johnny didn't play on the record-(Rick Derringer)-but this version is superb Johnny's graceful lead and his multi-instrumentalist brother's great drum solo- just fantastic!. Of course the presence of Tommy Shannon, later of "Double Trouble" with SRV on this set and other parts of the DVD is also very special.
Johnny's version of BB King's "Be Careful Of The Fool" is one of the highlights of the disc. It showcases Winter's abilities and style. This tune is much like his version of another King tune, "It's My Own Fault", from the Fillmore East sessions! You will play that one over and over.
At Royal Albert Hall the highlights are "Johnny B. Goode", very clever and well done. And "Talk To Your Daughter" the great tune from JB Lenoir, but with a different groove. "Tell The Truth" showcases the immense talent of Johnny's brother Edgar- what a keyboard and Sax solo!! A fantastic effort, even if it is a VHS transfer!
The final selections I want to comment on are; "Key To The Highway"-Big Bill Broonzy's and later Little Walter's tune-which by the way is not listed on the back of the case!! This is Johnny at his best--just him and an inadequate bass player- but his is still brilliant-you can watch that one over and over if you are a player. Also "Walking Through The Park"- from the Muddy Water's tribute show (why has this not been released yet!!!) with Johnny playing a great A great tune! Lastly, we have the classic "Walking By Myself"- Jimmy Rogers' (James Lane) classic and in many ways it's the highlight of the disc! A great rendition! Finally is Dale Hawkins' "Suzi Q" with James Burton's classic riff.- just great.
This is a "must have" for all blues fans and guitarists. It is a pity that so little footage exists of this great blues innovator. It's a shame that the "Blues Boom" of the 1960s ended and left this talent hanging- but at least we have something! Remember little exists of Magic Sam, Guitar Slim, Young Buddy Guy and T-Bone Walker and even Albert King. This show is a must for most collections.
 Something missing December 31, 2008
I'm a long time Johnny Winter fan. Seen him twice in the mid 70's about 6 times in the 80's. Have all his music. This DVD looks pretty cool but...The footage I've been searching for is from The Midnight Special '73. He did Silver Train and Rock & Roll with the best lineup IMO, Randy Jo Hobbs on bass and Richard Hughes on drums. Where is it??? Does anyone know??
A Great JOHNNY WINTER DVD December 28, 2008
This DVD is a treat. It's generally great compared to the few other Johnny Winter DVDs I've seen. Considering Johnny's been performing for 40 years it's unfortunate there aren't more of his shows captured.
Not all tracks on this DVD are of equal quality - the Albert Hall concert is an electric performance but the footage is rough. The source video on some of the later German concerts seems to have slightly deteriorated in spots but it doesn't detract noticeably from his performances.
The earlier Danish footage is extraordinarily sharp for its age - with great sound - surprisingly enjoyable to watch. The interviews are spontaneous, whimsical, humorous, even a bit ominous - and provide a rare glimpse into the personality of the man behind the searing blues riffs. Winter's performances of 'Be Careful With a Fool' and 'Fast Life Rider' are mesmerizing (These songs are listed on the DVD as 'Be Careful Of The Fool' and 'Drop the Bomb'), as is the German production of 'Mean Town Blues'. Fantastic!
Highly recommended if you're a fan of this legendary guitarist.
 Not as good as advertised December 13, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I'm writing this review to give potential buyers a pause in the face of the 5 star reviews that got me clicking the order now button. I am a big fan of Johnny Winter. I've owned many albums and seen him play in a couple clubs years ago in Houston. This dvd has its moments: highlights include Be Careful with a Fool, Mean Town Blues, Stone County, Walking By Myself. Lowlights inferior video quality and an on going interview with a stoned questioner discussing how rock n roll is going wrong and wouldn't it be great to levitate while playing. The price is not bad but I don't see myself jumping through the low points to view this again. Well maybe for Be Careful with a Fool.
Johnny was at his best November 21, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Johnny Winters in the 1970's was one of the greatest guitar players around. This album demonstrates how great he was.
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