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Summary: Everything a concert (video) should be!!!!!
Review: Sade Live is an incredible collection of Sade hits collected into one concert video. Filmed in 1994, the video includes all of her hits with the exception of "Never as good as the first time". In fact, the concert DVD has almost the same songs as Sade's greatest hits CD. Before purchasing this DVD I was not too familiar with Sade's music. I basically knew four or five top-ten hits from the 80's and very little beyond that. Since purchasing the DVD I have really come to appreciate the beauty in songs like "Cherish" and "Kiss of Life". One of the most appealing aspects of this DVD is being able to observe the band doing what they do best....playing live. The band members are all multi-talented musicians with several of them switching instruments between and even during songs. The interaction between the band members seems real and spontaneous and they seem to be having a great time. One scene where Sade is interacting with an audience member is actually more memorable due to her bandmates' reactions than to her actions with the fan. Another selling point is Helen Folasade Adu herself. Having seen a few promotional photos I knew her to be an extremely attractive person but I was not prepared for the reality. She is one of the most beautiful and sensual performers I have ever seen. The emotion and intensity she puts into her singing and onstage movements still has me captivated....even after watching the video countless times. The only real criticism I have of the DVD is that aside from a written biography (very short!) there are absolutely no DVD extras! I've gotten used to DVD's having bonus footage, interviews, "making of" documentaries, etc.. but this one is sadly lacking in that area. In spite of that, this is an incredible DVD and anyone who even remotely likes Sade and watching live performances should purchase it.
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Summary: Art
Review: This concert dvd, from all perspectives: camerawork, lighting, musicianship,energy,....is a work of art.....and the beautiful Mona Lisa...Sade...shines above it all....you will watch this one over and over.....
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Summary: Excellent
Review: This is a must have of you like the music of Sade. Also, some great sax solos.
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Summary: sade - live concert home video
Review: OUTSTANDING ALBUM. I HAVE FIVE COPIES, WHICH I DISTRIBUTE TO ALL FRIENDS AT XMAS. STRONG PERFORMANCES BY ALL MUSICIANS. SADE IS JUST EXCELLENT, HER VOICE IS IN RARE FORM, ESPECIALLY ON: LOVE IS STRONGER THAN PRIDE, KISS OF LIFE, NOTHING CAN COME BETWEEN US, NO ORDINARY LOVE, CHERISH THE DAY, PARADISE, YOUR LOVE, IS KING, & MY FAVORITE IS IT A CRIME. THE ALBUM SHOWS EXCELLENT EDITING. I AM SURPRISED THAT SONY HAS NOT MADE STRONGER MARKETING EFFORTS FOR THIS DVD, I BELIEVE IT IS SADE AT THE TOP OF HER GAME!
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Summary: Sade made my #1 favorite concert DVD with this winner!
Review: Sade's outstanding performance here is terrific -- 18 gems captured with her still in great shape and high energy. The other DVD is also a must-get ... both get more play on my oceanfront Hawaii bigscreen TV than all my other music dvds combined, as Sade is still the best. Sade's DVDs are a great pick-me-up and her jazz style and professional band do a great job of keeping a high-energy, tight, "on" sound that's both catchy and artful. Sade's always been, and always will be, my favorite female vocalist. This DVD is superb, and the classy lady continues to shine bright and clear. I hope she'll tour again sometime.... in the meantime, be sure to add this, it's my #1 favorite concert DVD.
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Summary: Sade jams with a silky smooth jazzy band
Review: Sade is a gorgeous diva whose jazzy vocals illustrate all the true emotions of love, pain, and happiness in relationships. This is an intimate concert for one to watch with his/her partner. This Dvd concert is full of jazzy-soul and funky erotic grooves like no one but Sade and her band can deliver. Awesome show. A+
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Summary: Beautiful Sade
Review: Reading all of the claims that this was studio rerecorded made me pull out this DVD again to see for myself if this was true. Not that I needed an excuse to watch it... In any case, I seriously doubt this is the case with this concert. The background instruments (congas, tambourine, etc...) were all in sync with the songs and you could hear Sade's voice fade in and out at the exact spots she moved away from the mic. Perhaps there was a cut to an instrument or two that was a little off in the edits, but you would have to consciously be looking for mistakes as I was. I know in today's age of lip-synching pop stars, vocal harmonizers, and drum machines it's difficult to imagine a band that sounds as good live as they do in the studio, but this band is just that good. Recorded live at the San Diego Open Air Theatre, this DVD gives you a great selection of Sade's classic hits. No flashy stages or explosions here. The subtle lighting combined with Sade's breathy voice invokes the intimate feel of a jazz nightclub. The director does a great job of showcasing the various band members, but keeps the focus primarily on Sade throughout the show. The sound quality is excellent (especially considering it was recorded ten years ago) and this DVD edition doesn't have the lighting problems and graininess the VHS owners were complaining about. Even if you own all her albums, you'll want this live performance to add to your collection. Watch it with someone you love.
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Summary: Sensational
Review: Thanks to all the reviewers. You helped me decide on this purchase. I had been leaning towards the 2002 Lovers Live concert but many reviewers who have seen both say the 1993 concert (this DVD) was more energetic. I thought the concert was hypnotic. Sade's graceful, floating, rhythmic body language was intriguing. The 5.1 sound mix is amazing good. It is clear and strong with good bass. I had not expected it to be as good as it is since the concert dates back to 1993. But the sound is great! The image quality is good when showing Sade in the spotlight. The quality drops to "blurry" when showing Sade out of the spotlight or when showing band members. This all boils down to the lighting. The lighting was probably fine for the audience but could have been better for making this DVD.
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