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Summary: Deep Purple - Perihelion
Review: I, too, am a long-time Purple fan and I agree with Mr T. There is a nice mix of old songs and new songs; including rock, ballads and even jazz. Steve Morse obviously fits well with the band. His work on Sometimes I Feel Like Screaming, Fools and Perfect Strangers is phenominal. No One Came is an excellent studio song that just doesn't translate well to a live performance, but Perfect Strangers is more than worth the price of the DVD alone. Overall it is an excellent performance by true masters. It will be enjoyed by rock fans everywhere.
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Summary: DEEP PURPLE PERIHELION.....A GREAT DVD CONCERT EXPERIENCE
Review: IS DEEP PURPLE REALLY DEEP PURPLE WITHOUT RITCHIE BLACKMORE?.IN MY OPINION DEEP PURPLE CAN STILL LAY IT DOWN EVEN WITHOUT RITCHIE BLACKMORE ON GUITAR.GRANTED IAN GILLAN DOESN'T HAVE THE PIPES OR VOCAL RANGE HE ONCE HAD,BUT HEY HE'S NOT GETTING ANY YOUNGER.GILLAN STRUGGLES TO HIT SOME OF THE HIGH NOTES THAT ONCE MADE HIM FAMOUS BUT OVERALL HE DOES A VERY GOOD JOB.GUITARIST STEVE MORSE BRINGS HIS OWN FLARE AND STYLE OF GUITAR PLAYING AND DOES A GREAT JOB.I HAVE TO ADMIT ON A FEW SONG'S I SAID RITCHIE WHO? AFTER HEARING STEVE MORSE PLAY.WHAT MORE CAN YOU SAY ABOUT JOHN LORD,HE IS THE KING OF THE KEYBOARD'S AND HIS PERFORMANCE ON PERIHELION IS FANTASTIC TO SAY THE LEAST.ROGER GLOVER DOESN'T REALLY STAND OUT,BUT HE DOES HIS JOB VERY WELL.NOW ON TO IAN PAICE,HE REALLY IS THE GLUE THAT HOLDS THE BAND TOGETHER.IAN PAICE IS A GREAT DRUMMER AND HIS SOLO IS BUT A SMALL TASTE OF WHAT HE CAN DO.OVERALL PERIHELION IS AN ENJOYABLE CONCERT DVD WITH A NICE CLEAR PICTURE AND GREAT SOUND.I ROCKED TO IT IN 5.1 DTS AND PLAYED AIR GUITAR WHEN I WASN'T DIZZY FROM JUMPING AROUND.
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Summary: Deep Purple / More Fun With Morse
Review: Isn't it true... wasn't watching this concert more enjoyable than about any other time you might have seen Deep Purple? Let's face it, though one helluva guitar player, Ritchie Blackmore is, in my opinion, the Ty Cobb Of Rock n Roll ~ Had the chops, but not the most mild mannered individual in the world. I thought Steve Morse just did an OUTSTANDING job playing the purple leads. And, unlike Ritchie, smiles and entertains with seeming ease. I was also turned on to some new old stuff I either hadn't heard or hadn't heard in a while. "Ted The Mechanic" is just a great tune with a great story. Love their jamming on "Mary Long" (of whom I actually know one). Tons of tunes and all One show, without a bunch of stupid editing... I love the way it was done. (The old rockers still know how to film better stuff). If you've EVER liked Deep Purple, this is a DVD you will NOT be dissapointed with.
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Summary: Great concert
Review: It is great too see this band puting on a great show like this DP is a band I had been hopeing to see for a long time and never got to this is very close to like being there ,and it is nice to see Steve playing so good fits in great it is very interesting to look at this dvd and come hell or high water and see what the differents it is with haveing Steve and Richie Blackmore in the band both are great but Steve is so much more happy to be there keep rocking Steve!!
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Summary: Smashing Concert !
Review: Not having seen Deep Purple since 1984-5, I was interested to see how they are faring. I have to say they are faring rather well!Steve Morse is a change from Ritchie Blackmore for me, but seems to fit in rather well. Jon Lord, Ian Paice, Roger Glover, and Ian Gillian are all going strong and played with abandon. Much has been said about Deep Purple, but when it comes down to it . . . Listen to the music man . . . Just close your eyes and LISTEN! It's incredible! Always was and always will be.
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Summary: Could be better
Review: The behind the scene interviews are great but the concert sound leaves a lot to be desired. Total Abandon is a petter purchase.
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Summary: Can't get enough...
Review: This DVD is my favorite among those released by the current lineup (Mark VII for you purists) for several reasons: song selection, inspirational performances, and fine picture/sound quality. I agree with the other reviews -- the band is having a ball and they lay it out there show after show. Highlights for me include Screaming, Perfect Strangers, and Blindman, where Steve's tone and chops are among the best ever captured on video. This version of Screaming comes close to the 1999 LSO track, and both will make those small hairs on the back of your neck stand up. Lazy is a blast -- these guys breathe new life into it, and if your foot is not tapping throughout this song, you have no pulse. Two gold nuggets -- Hey Cisco and Fools -- were part of the 2001 setlist, and along with Hush, make for a variety not often found on what critics refer to as "greatest hits" tours for more seniored bands. Ian's voice is in great form (often accompanied by Steve's bends for the really really high notes) and he is a superb front-man, knowing when to take control and then give it back to his mates. Speaking of mates, Roger, Ian and Jon are so consistently brilliant that they carry Purple's distinctive sound through every song, yet blend in their own touches to the delight of the audience. These five gentlemen are arguably among the best musicians at their respective positions, and as fans we can only hope for more Perihelion's in the future. Eeeeeeeeeyowwwwwwww!
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Summary: Not a great performance from a great band!
Review: This dvd is not what any Deep Purple fan should call great. The band plays fairly well but Ian Gillan needs to contemplate retirement. His performance here pales in comparison to his earlier dominance of rock frontmen. It's obvious he realizes it as he appears uncomfortable while struggling to hit his mark throughout the concert. Perhaps the boys should look for a younger frontman who has the pipes to lead this band. Steve Morse does ok replacing Blackmore but just ok. One bright star is John Lord who, to my knowledge, has since retired...too bad because he can still do his part. Overall sound is pretty good but video is weak by today's standards.
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Summary: Jon Lord's American Farewell
Review: This last tour of Deep Purple will be remembered as organist Jon Lord's last. This DVD and tour was better than the one in 1998. Ian Gillan's voice seems well rested and less raspy than on the last concert release. The band plays a Greatest Hits set with a few fun things thrown in like "Mary Long" and "No One Came." What you see is a close knit group of friends making the music they love. Guitarist Steve Morse is a perfect fit and has been with the band almost 8 years. It is too bad nothing from the last studio album ABANDON was included, but all in all fine fare! Jon Lord has left the band to be replaced by Don Airey. We shall miss the master of the Hammond. I saw this tour when it came to Minneapolis, and they were a very hot band. Excellent sound quality on this DVD and good video production. Buy it.
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Summary: the deepest purple
Review: This legendery band was my favorite on 70's time. After those long years I have the opportunity to hear and see them again.
Big difference on their physical features, but a big experience and the same great music also. All members perform this show greatly: Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Ian Paice, and the always amazing Keyboardist John Lord, performing with the same power of thirty years ago. Steve Morse, although a new member of the band was entirely in harmony with other members. I still miss Ritchie Blackmore, but in conclusion, the show is extraordinarily bringing to me those old good days live. Excellent DVD, both on picture and 5.1 digital sound.
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