Rating: Summary: Imagine a VHS copy with great sound Review: Ok, I'll be the first to tell you that, while I like Manilow just fine, I'm not a crazed fan that believes his company can't release a sub-par product. Those that are saying "the quality is wonderful" on this "great DVD" that was "beautifully captured" are not telling you the whole truth.The good news: As everyone here has said, the performance on this disc is great. His band doesn't get much screen time, but I'm sure most people are OK with that. The remastered audio is also *very* good. The bad news: The video (the picture) and the 2-channel mix haven't been improved at all. Frankly, the picture quality is on par with a VHS *copy*. I understand the soft focus on Barry, but overall I was really disappointed when I loaded this thing. This is a very cheap disc, so it's difficult to complain too much. In fact, I'm not saying you shouldn't buy it. Just know what to expect when you do, and don't play it if you're trying to talk your friends into getting a DVD player. :-) bongo
Rating: Summary: Greatest Hots and then Some -DVD Review: This is a fabuloous concert! Its Barry at his best! To have it on DVD even makes it better. The quality is wonderful. It also not a short concert. My favorites are "Stay","If Tomorrow Never Comes","CIBM", and "The Best of Me!" Its a must have for all Barry fans even if you have it already on VHS
Rating: Summary: Greatest Hots and then Some -DVD Review: This is a fabuloous concert! Its Barry at his best! To have it on DVD even makes it better. The quality is wonderful. It also not a short concert. My favorites are "Stay","If Tomorrow Never Comes","CIBM", and "The Best of Me!" Its a must have for all Barry fans even if you have it already on VHS
Rating: Summary: Very Very Nice! Review: This is a great DVD, Barry sings all of his greatest hits and then some! As usual he chats with you in between songs and it brings the concert experence that much more enjoyable.Crisp Clear picture and super sound offering even the "DDS" decoding (that I love so much) along with 5.1 if you cant decode the DTS. I watch it on my 56" DLP Projection TV and my Bose Lifestiles 35s home theater system.If you are a Barry fan this is a GREAT DVD to own! You wont be disapointed. I go back to watch it over and over enjoying it every time! Bill M
Rating: Summary: Great Concert, Great DVD Review: This is Barry at his Best and it was beautifully captured.
Rating: Summary: Saw This Same Concert in the US Review: This is, by far, my favorite concert/DVD/CD that Barry has ever done. From the wide array of songs to the personal side of Barry to the exceptional rendition of "Could It Be Magic" to his best backup singers (Billy Kidd and Debra Byrd - who is now the vocal coach on American Idol), you can watch/listen to this over and over and continue to enjoy it!
Rating: Summary: Barry Does It Best - Makes You Sing! Review: This particular concert is very good. The music he chooses and the order he performs them is excelelnt. The qulaity of this DVD is great to. Enhanced audio making it sound like your really at a concert with him. For fans of Manilow this is a must to own. For non-fans this is a great sample of his work and style. Barry is a performer and is very down-to-earth in his delivery. He shows he has humor, compassion and a lot of energy. He also presents himself as a real person. Quips about his hometown and family too. You'll probably be familiar with all his songs and delight at his on stage personality. This is something the whole family will enjoy!
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