Incubus - Alive At Red Rocks - (DVD/CD combo in DVD digipak)

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Summary: Incubus At Their Best
Review: "Alive At Red Rocks," Incubus' third DVD release is quite a gem for any Incubus fan to have. The entire 19 song (almost 2 hours) set the band peformed on July 26, 2004 at the legendary Red Rocks amphitheater is presented on this set, along with a bonus audio CD of extra material. You really can't go wrong with this package. Incubus put out one of the most energetic performances on this disc, with some of the best songs from all four of their major label full-length releases (mostly favoring material from "Make Yourself" and "A Crow Left Of The Murder"). Sure, material from the "Fungus Amongus/Enjoy Incubus" era is missed and the band does pass over a few obvious hits (i.e. "New Skin" and "Warning"), but the quality of the show and the performance by the band more than makes up for these minor flaws. As always, as heard in just about every live recording of Incubus, the band spices up some of their more familiar tunes with some jam sessions or all together alternate compositions. Most noticeably in this set is their alteration of "Drive" which has a completely different musical landscape than the original. The sprawling "Sick Sad Little World" is extended into an eleven minute piece (which is great, seeing as it is my personal favorite from "ACLOTM") and fan favorites like "A Certain Shade Of Green" and "The Warmth" make worthy appearances. The concert is thoroughly entertaining and the crowd compliments the band's energy very well. Also included on the DVD is about thirteen minutes of behind-the-scenes footage, mostly covering the pre-show routine. The CD portion contains five bonus tracks, two of which are live songs ("Circles" and "Are You In?") that, oddly enough, are not from this particular concert. "Monuments & Melodies" is a great song, a leftover from their latest album (also on the "Megalomaniac" single), while two new songs, "Pantomime" and "Follow" are included. "Pantomime" is a straight-forward song that is also performed during the concert (with frontman Brandon Boyd on guitar) and "Follow" is one of the songs recorded for the "Halo 2" videogame. Altogether, an excellent package for any Incubus fan. Like I said before, you can't go wrong with this. Incubus put on a great show and the extra disc just makes it that much better. Even if you haven't been to one of their shows (I haven't), you can still appreciate this. To those who were at this show, I envy you.

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Summary: buy it!
Review: Bottom Line, I'm from Denver, I was there. The live show was completely unbelievable, and this DVD reflects that energy 100%.

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Summary: An amazing display of growth and talent
Review: Forget the days when Incubus simulated the sounds of Rage Against The Machine, Korn or the Red Hot Chili Peppers in their post-grunge days. Incubus is moving forward with their own brand of originality, making "Alive at Red Rocks" a must see.

"Fungus Amongus" (1995) brought the world a funkier version of Rage Against The Machine. 1997's "S.C.I.E.N.C.E." was a huge step forward. Although they jumped into the whole rap-metal mess with Limp Bizkit and Korn, the record was much more endearing, mainly due to the fact that the band's hip-hop influence came from the DJ as opposed to Brandon Boyd (singer). "Make Yourself" (1999) showed Incubus really settling into their sound, reminiscent of the Red Hot Chili Peppers' funk-rock style, sounding much more comfortable than their past efforts. It's also been their most successful mainstream hit to date. The lessons from "Make Yourself" definitely apply to their follow-up 2001 release of "Morning View", where they ditch the nu-metal/rap-metal sound and focus on expanding the sounds of "Make Yourself". "A Crow Left of the Murder" marks their most significant and welcomed change in years. You don't get the sense that Incubus sounds like other bands on this record, it simply sounds like Incubus; fresh, original and mind-blowing. If you are like myself, welcoming change in an artistically growing band, and not whining about how they should return to the rap/metal days of "S.C.I.E.N.C.E.", you are just gonna love this DVD!

Everyone in the band pulls their weight flawlessly in this concert. Every member gets their jaw dropping moments to shine in the show. Brandon Boyd has never sounded better, hitting those highs, lows and everything in between cleaner and clearer than ever. Ben Kenney (former Roots bassist) shows why he is definitely the man for the job, turning out gnarly bass solos, and a sweet drum solo in the percussion jaunt featured on "Vitamin". José Pasillas shocked the hell out of me with his killer drum solo also featured on "Vitamin". He is a much more talented drummer than I first thought. I don't even know where to start with the guitarist Mike Einziger. I've seen two other Incubus shows on DVD, and Mike baffled me this time. He has always been a fantastic guitarist, but you will never realize how good he actually is until you hear him belt out the solos on songs like "Priceless" and "Sick, Sad Little World". I was in awe of the speed, timing and precision he displayed. Since Incubus has a "jam band" side to them, those solos get stretched out like mad, making it even more enjoyable than the album versions. One of the main reasons I bought this DVD was to see how well Mike would be able to pull off the solo on "Sick, Sad Little World"; you will NOT be disappointed.

This is definitely Incubus' quintessential live performance. No die hard Incubus fan would be missing this DVD is their discography.

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Summary: AMAZING DVD
Review: I probably don't have much to say in addition to the reviews already posted on this DVD, but definitely wanted to give it my props. Incubus is an amazing band, Brandon's vocals are practically flawless (I've seen their them live twice), and their shows are fantastic. I've done a few critiques with high stars and just a very small amount of gripes here and there... but I really can't complain about this DVD at all. The footage and compilation is unbelievable... It is so clear and easy to see... I can barely believe it was a real show.
Incubus has had DVDs in the past, all of which are great and I personally own, and some had live performances on them... this DVD definitely has to be the best as far as quality of performance footage. I'm watching it as we speak and I can not believe the definition. *reaches out to touch Brandon*
I have not yet watched the whole DVD (there's the More section with backstage and other things...) but I am DEFINITELY happy to own this DVD and highly recommend it.

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Summary: An Essential Buy for all Incubus fans
Review: I saw Incubus live on tour this year and so when I heard this DVD had been released of the same tour , I couldn't wait to see it !! It's absolutely amazing, the performance of the band is outstanding - Incubus are always so spot on live - you won't be disappointed if you purchase this!!

Set against the beautiful Red Rocks in Denver , there is such a vibe and buzzin' atmosphere to this concert, the crowd is brilliant, singing very loudly and enjoying themselves to the max. Brandon is vocally suberb, he speaks to the crowd about how awesome it is for them to be there and just looks completely in awe the entire time, he is drinking red wine and totally loving every moment and it shows in his performance which is completely heart felt !!

The band do a full length set , including tracks from all four major albums , so fans will not be disappointed as there is plenty of variety. They also throw in some improvisations in the middle of tracks such as "Stellar" and "Vitamin". New unreleased tracks also such as "Pantomime" featuring Brandon playing guitar!!

Other highlights include , a drum session between Jose , Ben and Brandon on the Djembe , also an amazing guitar solo on "Sick Sad Little World" from Mike, plus a DJ stratch solo from Chris.

Additional features are backstage footage , with the band generally mucking around ie . lots of usual craziness from Jose and kilmore! Plus a Bonus CD , which features new tracks "Pantomime ", "Follow", "Moments and Melodies" and live tracks of "Are You In?" and "Circles".

You've just got to buy this ! It proves Incubus are just the best band ever !!!!!!!!

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Summary: A stunning performance by five of the best musicians today.
Review: This performance is simply amazing. Einziger shines in Sick Sad Little World with an extended guitar solo that's just insane to watch, and in the middle of Vitamin, Boyd and Kenney join Pasillas in the drum section for a 4 minute percussion jam, followed by an absolutly stunning solo by Pasillas himself. Because of Einziger's intricate knowledge of guitar effects, the tone of every song sounds that of the original. At first, I would have rated the Morning View sessions DVD 5, but this one completely blows it out of the water. I'd give it maybe a 3 compared to this one now. A must have for any fan of Incubus, or music in general.

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Summary: Alive at Red Rocks
Review: Truly one of the best things ive ever had the pleasure of viewing. It makes you feel like you are there. Absolutely wonderful, I highly recomomend getting it.

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Summary: Just Pure Greatness
Review: Well, I happened to go to their concert in Dallas in September, but it was in a monsterous arena with no seat being a "good" seat and Brandon got all mad when some folks on the floor started a big brawl and they stopped playing until the fight ended. So, I didn't really get to experience Incubus in concert like I did in previous years. But, I must say, this will be the only time I wish I lived in Colorado, b/c this concert was amazing. I bought the DVD the moment the store opened, raced home (listening to the extra CD of course) and watched the whole thing all the way through. It's just amazing. Its so cool to actually be able to see Jose up close during the "Vitamin" drum solo. I can't believe anybody can move that fast. And of course the "Everything in Ebb" rock-out section afterward was flawless. Other highlights include the Police cover in "Stellar," watching Mike switch from keyboard to guitar and back (sometimes playing both at the same time) during "Here in my Room" and "Drive," and of course "A Certain Shade of Green," is just great...especially when Kilmore takes over about 2/3 of the way through. Oh yeah!! Pantomime!! That has officially become one of my favortie songs ever. And the studio version is fabuloso!!! Overall...an amazing show. If you're not an Incubus fan or a so-so fan...get this DVD and you'll be converted.

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Summary: a queers national anthem
Review: what like omg noway more totally homo (extreme) metal for rich kids who stayup till 420 to smoke lowgrade pot wondering what other cool people are doing so well well i think ill spraypaint no rules incubus for life on my dads underpants thatll teach him cause were not just lame rich white kids were rad

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Summary: Amazzzing
Review: WOW...I have been an Incubus fan for about 4 years now and they never cease to amaze me...nevvver. From start to finish this is just an absolutley flawless performance. It includes new and old songs which are all amazingly performed. Brandons vocals have never been better and wow! Jose's drumming has gotten even more amazing, as you can tell my the insane drum solo he does in this performance. If you are in incubus fan, or just a fan of good music...BUY THIS DVD!!!!