Rating: 
Summary: Great but too much Gordon
Review: As a huge fan of the Mule, this DVD serves as a great insight into the Deep End sessions as well as a worthy tribute to the late, great Allen Woody. The only drawback, in my mind, is the quirkiness that director/Phish bassist Mike Gordon brings to the documentary. Gordon did an otherwise terrific job with this film. It's great for Gov't Mule fans, bass players and anyone who just loves the creative and collaborative spirit of music.
Rating: 
Summary: NO GOVT MULE MUSIC
Review: DON'T EXPECT TO HEAR GOVT MULE PLAY ANY SONGS WHEN YOU PLAY THIS
DVD THERE ARE ONLY BRIEF EXCERPTS FROM A COUPLE OF MULE SONGS
THE REST IS SOME DAMN GUY TALKING RAMBLING ON AND ON
REALLY LIKE MULE- HATED THIS DVD
Rating: 
Summary: high expectations ---> disappointment
Review: Far too much of Mr. Gordon's narration, analysis and "vision".
Not nearly enough footage of the actual guests sitting in with Warren and Matt.And why no full takes of the tunes?!?!?!? I'll stick to the cds, thank you very much . . . .
Rating:
Summary: Rising STAR!
Review: I purchased this video hoping to get some footage of Gov't Mule in concert. The only material I had previously, was a DVD about Robert Johnson's legacy entitled, "Hellhounds on my Trail", which included the band performing only one song. But, instead of a concert, I got a very entertaining documentary focused on the making of the "Deep End" series that included substantial commentary on the founding member of Gov't Mule, the late Allen Woody. There were only "parts" of songs being performed by the band with guest bassists sitting in. These guests included some of the truly great bass players ranging from classic rock bands, to today's current trendsetters. The magnificent Jack Bruce, Hendrix veteran, Billy Cox, Roger Glover from Deep Purple, and, ironically, the recently diseased John Entswistle is shown in a number of soundbites. Of course, the director is the bassist from Phish, and he is very well in evidence thoughout the video, maybe a little more than is necessary. I really would have enjoyed a little more of the legendary artists that were present. A few minutes with Jack Bruce would have been wonderful, but he was barely seen.
Regardless of what I wish had been here, what is here is wonderful to watch, somewhat instructive to the art, and adds to the list of videos that show "some" of Gov't Mule in action. Warren Haynes is the most exciting guitarist to come upon the scene since Stevie Ray! He has the finese of Duane Allman, the "thick presence" sound of Paul Kossoff, the creative riff punctuation of Hendrix, and the sheer power that Stevie R. Vaughn displayed. He has the potential to contribute more to the art of lead guitar than even Page & Beck have to this point. Only the charisma of Clapton, himself, seems to be beyond the reach of this young phenomena! He has said that the Mule will add another permenant bassist soon, and carry on as they had begun. I hope so! The material in this video, and on their recorded work to date, indicate that the future of blues-rock music may well be written in the annuals of this band, by this marvelous master of six-string wizardry!
Rating:
Summary: Rising STAR!
Review: I purchased this video hoping to get some footage of Gov't Mule in concert. The only material I had previously, was a DVD about Robert Johnson's legacy entitled, "Hellhounds on my Trail", which included the band performing only one song. But, instead of a concert, I got a very entertaining documentary focused on the making of the "Deep End" series that included substantial commentary on the founding member of Gov't Mule, the late Allen Woody. There were only "parts" of songs being performed by the band with guest bassists sitting in. These guests included some of the truly great bass players ranging from classic rock bands, to today's current trendsetters. The magnificent Jack Bruce, Hendrix veteran, Billy Cox, Roger Glover from Deep Purple, and, ironically, the recently diseased John Entswistle is shown in a number of soundbites. Of course, the director is the bassist from Phish, and he is very well in evidence thoughout the video, maybe a little more than is necessary. I really would have enjoyed a little more of the legendary artists that were present. A few minutes with Jack Bruce would have been wonderful, but he was barely seen.
Regardless of what I wish had been here, what is here is wonderful to watch, somewhat instructive to the art, and adds to the list of videos that show "some" of Gov't Mule in action. Warren Haynes is the most exciting guitarist to come upon the scene since Stevie Ray! He has the finese of Duane Allman, the "thick presence" sound of Paul Kossoff, the creative riff punctuation of Hendrix, and the sheer power that Stevie R. Vaughn displayed. He has the potential to contribute more to the art of lead guitar than even Page & Beck have to this point. Only the charisma of Clapton, himself, seems to be beyond the reach of this young phenomena! He has said that the Mule will add another permenant bassist soon, and carry on as they had begun. I hope so! The material in this video, and on their recorded work to date, indicate that the future of blues-rock music may well be written in the annuals of this band, by this marvelous master of six-string wizardry!
Rating:
Summary: Rising STAR!
Review: I purchased this video hoping to get some footage of Gov't Mule in concert. The only material I had previously, was a DVD about Robert Johnson's legacy entitled, "Hellhounds on my Trail", which included the band performing only one song. But, instead of a concert, I got a very entertaining documentary focused on the making of the "Deep End" series that included substantial commentary on the founding member of Gov't Mule, the late Allen Woody. There were only "parts" of songs being performed by the band with guest bassists sitting in. These guests included some of the truly great bass players ranging from classic rock bands, to today's current trendsetters. The magnificent Jack Bruce, Hendrix veteran, Billy Cox, Roger Glover from Deep Purple, and, ironically, the recently diseased John Entswistle is shown in a number of soundbites. Of course, the director is the bassist from Phish, and he is very well in evidence thoughout the video, maybe a little more than is necessary. I really would have enjoyed a little more of the legendary artists that were present. A few minutes with Jack Bruce would have been wonderful, but he was barely seen.
Regardless of what I wish had been here, what is here is wonderful to watch, somewhat instructive to the art, and adds to the list of videos that show "some" of Gov't Mule in action. Warren Haynes is the most exciting guitarist to come upon the scene since Stevie Ray! He has the finese of Duane Allman, the "thick presence" sound of Paul Kossoff, the creative riff punctuation of Hendrix, and the sheer power that Stevie R. Vaughn displayed. He has the potential to contribute more to the art of lead guitar than even Page & Beck have to this point. Only the charisma of Clapton, himself, seems to be beyond the reach of this young phenomena! He has said that the Mule will add another permenant bassist soon, and carry on as they had begun. I hope so! The material in this video, and on their recorded work to date, indicate that the future of blues-rock music may well be written in the annuals of this band, by this marvelous master of six-string wizardry!
Rating: 
Summary: A Bass Player's Delight!
Review: I'm a bass player, age 47, and I found "Rising Low" to be both interesting and entertaining. It was great to see all the bass players that have influenced me over the years, namely, Entwhistle, Jack Bruce, Larry Graham, Bootsy Collins, Jack Cassady, Phil Lesh and Willie Weeks. I agree with some of the other reviewers regarding Mike Gordon (too much of his musings on the meaning of bass). But it was great to hear these guys talk about how they get into the groove and how it takes them into another space completely. I would also agree that it would have been nice to have complete songs on this DVD ... there weren't any complete tunes, just snippets of songs that the various players played on. If you're a musician, I recommend this DVD ... it's fun! If you're not a musician, I'm not sure whether you'll find it as entertaining as I did.
Rating:
Summary: A Bass Player's Delight!
Review: I'm a bass player, age 47, and I found "Rising Low" to be both interesting and entertaining. It was great to see all the bass players that have influenced me over the years, namely, Entwhistle, Jack Bruce, Larry Graham, Bootsy Collins, Jack Cassady, Phil Lesh and Willie Weeks. I agree with some of the other reviewers regarding Mike Gordon (too much of his musings on the meaning of bass). But it was great to hear these guys talk about how they get into the groove and how it takes them into another space completely. I would also agree that it would have been nice to have complete songs on this DVD ... there weren't any complete tunes, just snippets of songs that the various players played on. If you're a musician, I recommend this DVD ... it's fun! If you're not a musician, I'm not sure whether you'll find it as entertaining as I did.
Rating:
Summary: NOT ENOUGH MUSIC!
Review: If you purchase this DVD expecting to see a documentary regarding the life of bassist, Allen Woody, then this well-done DVD is for you. However, if you are looking for a "music" DVD, you will be disappointed. There are only sporatic performances, and no complete songs. The documentary was interesting from the standpoint of Woody's contribution to Gov't Mule, and the guest bassists' contribution to the project, but simply not enough complete performances to make me want to watch this over again.
Rating: 
Summary: awsome film
Review: rising low is a great movie especialy for both a bass player or a Gov't Mule fans. it was directed by mike gordon the bass player of Phish which is a great band. as a bass player i enjoyed it for all of the input that well known bass players put in. i also enjoyed the diferent bass parts put in by all of the different artists. i think that it is a well made film it has great commentary from some of in my view the greatest basses such as Les Claypool, Flea, Mike Gordon, and a number of other great basses. anyone that is at all interested in bass or Gov't Mule would enjoy this movie.
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