Dido Live (DVD/CD Set)
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Movie Reviews of Dido Live (DVD/CD Set)
Movie Review: Dido live is better than in the studio
Summary: 5 Stars
I have always enjoyed Dido's music and have both her albums. So when the opportunity came to see her live in concert recently I jumped at the chance. Her first song was Stoned, same as this DVD so I guess I must have seen her late in the same tour, and I can honestly say I have never heard a better bass in all my life. It simply hammered you where you stood. So I was very interested to see if the impressive percussions would translate into the DVD. I can honestly say my 5.1 sound system is the limiting factor in the reproduction, but comes as close as I'm likely to get reproducing the same bass beat, Awesome. If you want to appreciate this DVD make sure you have a loud high quality system.
I enjoyed most of the songs just as mush as at the concert, although in my concert the bongo playing came during the song Sand in My Shoes, and this extended version was a delight.
The only downside on the music front would be the Audio CD which does not contain the extended versions of the songs during the concert. I'm a big fan of extended versions. On the flip side, how good was it to get a CD thrown in for free! I paid more for my CD Life for Rent when it came out than I did for this DVD.
You'll have to make up your own mind if you like Dido in concert between songs, she doesn't talk much, doesn't interact with the audience and doesn't appear to have much to say. But I loved it live and I'm a bigger fan for seeing this DVD. The shy British reserved manner works for me and I'll be queuing to see her again live if ever the opportunity arises.
Movie Review: Great Surprise
Summary: 5 Stars
I never thought that I would write a review about ANY DVD especially about Dido's live concert. "Especially" because I have never been her fan, furthermore I wasn't even familiar with her songs except "White Flag" which had been played on all radio stations a lot. Then I bought a nice Home Theater system and was looking for some high quality live concert to try it with. After reading a very good reviews on Amazon.com about this particular DVD live performance I brought it home... and I'm a huge Dido's fan ever since. If it would be possible to give a six or even seven stars out of five I would, as this concert is a very good example of what every live show of every artist is supposed to be. Quality of sound is awesome, quality of video is amazing. Dido is great. I have been watching this concert already maybe 20 times in its entirety and will do it again and again. Musicians on stage are very professional and have everything to do with this concert's success. On the downside of this 2 disc package though the absence of "Hunter" on CD and I would rather omit "Honestly OK" from both DVD and CD. It's frankly not my favorite song. All other tracks are very good and I really enjoyed Dido's performance and envy those people who watched this show live in London. I wish I was there. Well, this DVD now is a center of my live shows collection and I'm glad I gave it a try and bought it. Buy it. It's just awesome!Movie Review: An audio-visual treat
Summary: 5 Stars
Dido's music speaks for itself; if you like it, you will certainly love this DVD. I for one found that I enjoyed the music even better when seeing/hearing it performed live. For one thing, Dido herself has great on-stage presence when she sings (much less so for her between-song chats, but those are easily forwarded past). She can make a song come alive by her delivery, in a way the CD alone could never do justice. And if you're one of those who finds her visually stunning, well, let's just say there is plenty here to be stunned by. :-) The lighting on many of the numbers is creatively done.
But visuals aside, the musical performance itself is outstanding. It's a treat to be able to watch the band members in action (the drummer in particular, and also lead guitar). And many of the songs are greatly expanded from their album versions, in almost every case much to their advantage. The bonus CD included in the case is great because it allows you to listen to these expanded versions. My favorite is "Isobel," which absolutely rocks in the DVD (but comes out rather bland in the album version).
Movie Review: DiDo Is AN Anglophile Music Lover's Jewel In The US
Summary: 5 Stars
Dido, who first caught my eye when a few years she put down a haunting and mesmerizing track on an Eminem rap entry, is now an international superstar. Her stage presence, the sometimes gloomy content of her material and the feature she retains of being fit and energetic all adds up to her aura of enthusiastic and then sometimes blue eyed soul aspect of her delivery. Of note is Lily Allen, also another UK phenomenon that continues to take on the world. If you are old enough to remember Dusty Springfield and the effect she had on her motley ethnic audience we have to assume that there is something in the water in the UK that has always been responsible for astounding musical ability and talent. This DVD exemplifies that idea and is produced perfectly because I know that Dido has precise management all though does not overdo the PR. FYI, if you wish, I have posted another Dido review recently on my Amazon reviewer site should you wish additional opinion and information.
Jay Adler
Movie Review: Extremely Talented & Superb Performance !
Summary: 5 Stars
I had heard DIDO on the radio, but never could get her name. I read somebody else's review here in Amazon, and I'm glad that I got this DVD, which to my surprise, included also a CD.
Dido Armstrong can not only sing and write her songs, but she can really perform on stage. She is just simply beautiful and her looks, talent writing and singing reminded me of a young Christie McVie, when the later performed as a founding member of Fleetood Mac in the 1970's.
This live DVD performance is sensual, well recorded with excellent camera works, and does the work to capture Dido performing in a very natural and lose setting. Quite frankly, I didn't know what to expect when I initially bought this DVD, other than being an Amazon review referral, but am I ever glad I bought it. It's in top of my extensive collection of live concert performances which captures the very best of what a live concert should be all about. Play it out in Dolby 5.1 surround. Enjoy!