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Summary: Great Deal on a Great Deal of Music
Review: For thirty bucks this four DVD set is practically a give away...considering that ONE Stones concert/tour t-shirt usually sells for about forty bucks. You get more than fifty songs, back stage stuff, excellent quality, and a lot of fun. I saw two of the Forty Licks shows (San Francisco and Vegas), and these DVD's are an excellent representation of what you saw live. Don't think twice about this one. If you are even a moderate Stones fan, you'll love it.
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Summary: Sharp Video, Terrible Soundtrack
Review: Four Flicks is a gigantic missed opportunity. In spite of featuring one of the greatest rock bands of all time, dazzling lighting, creative camera work, and ingenious video editing, this DVD is fatally marred by a muddled, indistinct soundtrack that sounds as though it came from the technologically primitive 1960's instead of the 21st century. Most times you would hardly know a lead guitar was playing unless you saw it on screen. The musical instruments are so blended together that all you hear is a homogenized bland mixture lacking in emotional impact. There is no punch to the sound, just a generic rhythm section. While this tends to highlight Mick Jagger's vocal work by default, it relegates the rest of the Stones to the background. To make matters worse, the viewer must endure the sound of cheering crowds constantly intruding on the music. The producers must have wanted to create a "you are there" feeling. Trouble is it sounds like you are there at the back of the hall instead of the front row. Jimmy Page did it right on Led Zeppelin's recent DVD: great video, clear vocals, audibly distinctive musical instruments, and audience cheering kept mostly between songs where it belongs. Page did this with material recorded 30years ago. Given that the Stones had modern recording technology, they could have given us a much better sounding product than what we get on Four Flicks.
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Summary: I Hate MTV-style editing
Review: Four Flicks is full of great performances. That goes without saying. But the MTV-style editing is enough to make a person seasick. Is it really so bad to hold a shot for more than 1 second? And there is this annoyingly trendy method of editing in shots that in the past would have been edited out. You know, when the camera man is zooming into a shot? It used to be that would end up on the cutting room floor. But it's a hot and trendy not only to keep zooming, out of focus shots in, but to delete the tight, focused shots that come after! If you want to see how a concert film should be shot and edited, watch The Last Waltz.Although the editing has all but ruined this DVD set, there is the unique Select-A-Stone feature that allows YOU to be the editor! You can choose to focus on one Stone throughout an entire song, or choose when you want to cut from Mick to Keith to Woody to Charlie. Or you can torture yourself with the "original" multi-zooming split-second editing. The documentary disc and some of the interviews are worth watching, especially if you are a casual fan. Hardcore fans have heard most of this already, but it's always fun to watch Keith talk, no matter what he's saying, as if you could understand what he's saying at all. Another neat feature is the ability to select your own set-list. You can pre-program the songs you want to hear, in any order. Besides these features, the discs are somewhat scant on extras and easter eggs - especially for a four disc set. But this is normal for the Stones, who always leave you wanting just a little bit more.
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Summary: It's More Than Rock and Roll!
Review: I got this DVD set for Christmas- it's ironic that Santa rewards the "good" with rock and roll's favourite "bad boys!" The DVD packaging and concept is great- something you can spend at least 2 weeks enjoying! Yes, the mix of the guitar solos sound a little muddy at times (especially Keith's). But if you're a diehard fan of the Stones, you'll enjoy this collection of concert highlights from the Stones' 2002/2003 Tour. Disk One features interviews from the Stones, 4 live tracks including "Beast of Burden" and "I Can't Turn You Loose", 2 new studio tracks ("Extreme Western Grip" and "Well Well")and a 20 minute tour history summary of them (it's interesting to see the Stones with Rush as both bands played at a benefit concert in Toronto). Select-a-Stone is entertaining, as it allows you to watch each individual Stone at close up on "Monkey Man" and "Angie" (which can be found on Disk Three). Disk Two showcases the Stones at Madison Square Garden, NY. Highlights include "Midnight Rambler," "You Got Me Rocking," "Can't You Hear Me Knocking" and Sheryl Crow dueting with Mick on "Honkey Tonk Women." Also, check out the band commentaries on this three disk (and Disks Three and Four) and the section with Sheryl Crow. Disk Three has the Stones playing at Twickenham Stadium, London. Highlights inlcude "Slipping Away," "Rocks Off," "WIld Horses" and "Paint It Black" (with Woody playing Brian's original sitar part), "You Can't Always Get What You Want." This disk (along with Disk Four) has a Backstage Pass section, which allows you to see the people behind the scenes getting Keith or Woody's guitars or change costumes. Also, there's a section with Angus and Malcom Young jamming with the Stones onstage (it's too bad they didn't show the whole song!). Disk Four (at Olympia Theatre, Paris) is my personal favourite. It features a lot of songs rarely performed live "Dance (Part 1)," "Before They Make Me Run," "No Expectations," "Stray Cat Blues," "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" (watch the extra with the Rev. Solomon Burke) and an impressive cover of the O'Jays' "Love Train." Keith does a reading of Hoagy Carmichael's "The Nearness of You" and Charlie cracks a joke after Mick's introduced the band, much to the audience's amusement! It's more than rock and roll- it's the World's Greatest Rock and Roll Band! And you'll like it, like it, yes you will!
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Summary: It's More Than Rock and Roll!
Review: I got this DVD set for Christmas- it's ironic that Santa rewards the "good" with rock and roll's favourite "bad boys!" The DVD packaging and concept is great- something you can spend at least 2 weeks enjoying! Yes, the mix of the guitar solos sound a little muddy at times (especially Keith's). But if you're a diehard fan of the Stones, you'll enjoy this collection of concert highlights from the Stones' 2002/2003 Tour. Disk One features interviews from the Stones, 4 live tracks including "Beast of Burden" and "I Can't Turn You Loose", 2 new studio tracks ("Extreme Western Grip" and "Well Well")and a 20 minute tour history summary of them (it's interesting to see the Stones with Rush as both bands played at a benefit concert in Toronto). Select-a-Stone is entertaining, as it allows you to watch each individual Stone at close up on "Monkey Man" and "Angie" (which can be found on Disk Three). Disk Two showcases the Stones at Madison Square Garden, NY. Highlights include "Midnight Rambler," "You Got Me Rocking," "Can't You Hear Me Knocking" and Sheryl Crow dueting with Mick on "Honkey Tonk Women." Also, check out the band commentaries on this three disk (and Disks Three and Four) and the section with Sheryl Crow. Disk Three has the Stones playing at Twickenham Stadium, London. Highlights inlcude "Slipping Away," "Rocks Off," "WIld Horses" and "Paint It Black" (with Woody playing Brian's original sitar part), "You Can't Always Get What You Want." This disk (along with Disk Four) has a Backstage Pass section, which allows you to see the people behind the scenes getting Keith or Woody's guitars or change costumes. Also, there's a section with Angus and Malcom Young jamming with the Stones onstage (it's too bad they didn't show the whole song!). Disk Four (at Olympia Theatre, Paris) is my personal favourite. It features a lot of songs rarely performed live "Dance (Part 1)," "Before They Make Me Run," "No Expectations," "Stray Cat Blues," "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" (watch the extra with the Rev. Solomon Burke) and an impressive cover of the O'Jays' "Love Train." Keith does a reading of Hoagy Carmichael's "The Nearness of You" and Charlie cracks a joke after Mick's introduced the band, much to the audience's amusement! It's more than rock and roll- it's the World's Greatest Rock and Roll Band! And you'll like it, like it, yes you will!
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Summary: Simply The Best
Review: I have been a Stones fan since the 60's and have a huge collection of their music and DVDs. This set has it all. Great music, great documentaries and different interesting ways to view everything. These old boys can still rock out with the best of them. I loved their take on some non-Stones tunes too. All I can say is get it while you can. It may be their last. Unbeatable price for all that you get.
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Summary: Sweet
Review: i have been fortunate to see the Stones twice in the last few years. This is a must have for any stones fan. You have 3 different performances, in three different type venues in three different countries. I enjoyed the Madison square garden performance the most, same one that was broadcast on HBO. Very similiar to the Cleveland show I saw.Many of the set lists have the same songs, but many differ also. Enjoy the "love Train" version at the Paris show. Many stones tunes from the archives which you may not have heard in years.Performance of Mick singing with Cheryl Crow and he has his hand on her ass.And I swear I hear her tell ronnie Wood "hands off" while she was leaving the stage. The first dvd has interviews. There are many other features as well. Has the Stones playing in Toronto and hanging out with the guys from ac/dc and Rush. The select a Stone feature is amusing for your entertainment purposes.I highly recommend on a big screen tv and surround sound.
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Summary: stones
Review: if you're not a rolling stones fan do not buy this DVD!!!! yes, the stadiums, arena, and clubs were packed, but the music was horrible! once you hear one song, you've heard all the songs! all the songs have the same drum beat, and don't get me started on the guitars. they're what now....in their 60s??? well guess what? their playing fit their ages! unbelievably untalented! no chords, no DISTINCT solos when they're suppose to be one, no nothing! just constant blues licks over and over and over again. if you want to see real guitar players go listen to tony macalpine, steve vai, yngwie malmsteen, joe stump, and joe satriani. I figured, eventhough i'm not a fan of the rolling stones, i'll hopefully enjoy the concert because they're the king of "rock n roll." but man was that full of bull crap! all smoked and media hype. -drum beat the same through out the whole 3 dvd!
-guitar playing lacks skill, same anoying picking throughout every song!
-singing got boring and repetive
-it became annoying after a few song. if the rolling stones were not known and you listen to them now, it's crap! if you forget about their history for a min. and truely listen to the music, it's dirt! where was the spectacular moment? they're all mushed into oblivion of repetitive noises! I wasted my money. anyone want mine for free? email me. PS: i've been playing guitars since 15, i'm 22 now. i know what talent is and is not. i'm very dissapointed and the skill level of these guys!!! i expected a whole lot more, but got a whole lot less. other than that, yes the lights, smokes, and stadium was nice looking. music was two thumbs down. time for the to stop taking advantage of their early success years! and no i'm not into new-metal, punk rock, lack of talent crap band now a days either. i have an open mind to any type of music, but when it sucks, i'll let you know for sure.
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Summary: Three Songs Short Of 5 Stars
Review: In all honesty, this is the definitive Stones live set, featuring all the best plus a lot more. This 4 - dvd set features 3 live performances plus an exclusive documentary entitled "The Tip Of The Tongue". The live performances here are astonishing as the 60 - somethings bull doze through "Satisfction", "Sympathy For The Devil", "Paint It Black", "Midnight Rambler", "Star Star", "Jumpin' Jack Flash", "I Just Want To Make Love To You" and about 40 others. As for the HBO televised show from Madison Square Garden, I was a little disappointed. Believe it or not, I was actually there in person at that shwo, and out all four of the concerts I've seen ( Elton John, Tina Turner and John Mellancamp were the other three ), this one I've enjoyed the most. So I was a more than a little horrified when I realized that three of the evening's best performances were omitted. "Tumblin' Dice", "Gimme Shelter" and "Start Me Up" are not included, and this flaw is what prevents this otherwise perfect dvd from getting the full five stars. I highly recommend this set. It features The Rolling Stones doing what they do best - entertain.
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Summary: Three Songs Short Of 5 Stars
Review: In all honesty, this is the definitive Stones live set, featuring all the best plus a lot more. This 4 - dvd set features 3 live performances plus an exclusive documentary entitled "The Tip Of The Tongue". The live performances here are astonishing as the 60 - somethings bull doze through "Satisfction", "Sympathy For The Devil", "Paint It Black", "Midnight Rambler", "Star Star", "Jumpin' Jack Flash", "I Just Want To Make Love To You" and about 40 others. As for the HBO televised show from Madison Square Garden, I was a little disappointed. Believe it or not, I was actually there in person at that shwo, and out all four of the concerts I've seen ( Elton John, Tina Turner and John Mellancamp were the other three ), this one I've enjoyed the most. So I was a more than a little horrified when I realized that three of the evening's best performances were omitted. "Tumblin' Dice", "Gimme Shelter" and "Start Me Up" are not included, and this flaw is what prevents this otherwise perfect dvd from getting the full five stars. I highly recommend this set. It features The Rolling Stones doing what they do best - entertain.
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