Edgar Winter - Live at the Galaxy

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Summary: Edgar Winter Live at the Galaxy - Pleasant Surprise
Review: It seems every time you watch a television commercial or a movie trailer these days, Edgar Winter's rock classics Frankenstein and Free Ride leave nostalgic baby boomers humming, but what has the eclectic rock seventies star been up to in the last 30 years? If you haven't been keeping up with his musical career, you will be pleasantly surprised by Edgar's new DVD, Live at the Galaxy.

Like a classic white burgundy, Edgar Winter has aged well. Dressed in black with a matching flowing cape, he makes his entrance smiling from ear to ear, accompanied by three GenX-ers (more about that later).

"Is everyone ready to rock and roll?" It is decisively apparent that Edgar means business with the opening tune, Keep Playing That Rock'n'Roll, a biographical song from his first album Entrance, which is still relevant today.

Edgar winds his way through Turn on Your Love Light, a spirited R&B number from his hard working White Trash days, to the familiar Free Ride and the sexy Texas, from his latest Winter Blues album. Edgar shows his softer side with Fly Away, a near-symphonic orchestration that mixes classic and gospel piano and expressive vocals.

Next up is the humorous New Orleans, from Winter Blues, that includes a Dr. John impersonation, followed by a full-blown Mardi Gras parade.

Next up is the monster, Frankenstein, which captures the band's unique and diverse skills. Having a #1 hit song that is part jam session is a blessing for Edgar Winter, allowing him to create a fresh and updated arrangement of this rock classic. Edgar closes with Tobacco Road, and fondly reminds the audience how much he loves and respects his older brother, Johnny.

The surprise on this DVD is his accompanying trio, Doug Rappaport on guitar, Mark Meadows on bass, and Chris Frazier on drums. They showcase their cocky talents with three powerhouse solos, which seem to outdo each other. But Edgar Winter is the teacher of this class, challenging each student to mimic his vocal gymnastics with their instrument.

Edgar Winter's Live At The Galaxy is wonderfully mixed in Dolby 5.1, so crank up the surround sound. Also included is a 30 minute Documentary, "The Man & His Music".