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Summary: Clean, Sterile Winwood
Comment: I enjoyed this, but there is no bite. After I saw it I realized: no bass player. Big mistake. The group is missing that glue. Winwood is stellar on organ, but bass pedals don't equal a great bassist. While much better than his 80's output, this still has a "don't upset the yuppies drinking Chablis by actually rocking out" vibe. I much prefer The Last Traffic Jam, even with its inane editing. Maybe I need to see the unedited version of this DVD (which doesn't seem to exist). Dear Mr. Fantasy is way too clean and when he rocks the solo, there is no rhythm guitar or bass to back him up. There are 2 highlights: Can't Find My Way Home & the cover of 70's soul song, Why Can't We Live Together? The band seems to be grooving on this one. Rent this before buying. Wished I saw Clapton/Winwood recently(they should just do a real Blind Faith tour, with Traffic & Derek songs too). Winwood is OPENING for Petty this Summer, which is absurd with his talent(and I don't even hate Petty).
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Summary: outstanding in every way!!
Comment: If you really listen to all the little things that make up great music, you will agree this concert is one of the best you'll ever hear. Expertly played, well recorded, seasoned musicians: all contribute to a musical experience you'll listen to again & again.
Winwood sings, plays melody with his right hand, chords with his left and plays bass with his feet. Be amazed by this because very few musicians can accomplish what he does.
Certainly one of my top 5 concerts on DVD. If only I could've seen him live.
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Summary: Winwood at his best
Comment: If you are a Traffic fan this DVD is a must. Steve Winwood is a master and he shows it in this performance. Don't miss it!.
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Summary: Wonderful!
Comment: Don't be put off by any of the negative reviews given here. This is a truly great concert with an intelligent appreciative audience. The concert is performed in an intimate environment. The picture quality is first class as is the sound (DD 5.1).
The band is extremely tight, but what else would one expect from one of rocks all time greats.
I echo some of the other reviewers here............ why don't they release the rest of the concert to DVD. I would certainly not object to shelling-out again.
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Summary: Disappointing
Comment: I really like Steve Winwood's recordings and looked forward to the DVD of this concert. However, Mr. Winwood seemed to me to have lost some of his vocal strength. Moreover there seemed to be a surprising lack of chemistry between Mr. Winwood and both the other members of his ensemble and the audience. I'm sure he has done much better; I wish there was a DVD of one of those concerts.
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