The Strat Pack: Live in Concert
by Aubrey Powell
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Actor: David Gilmour, Hank B. Marvin, Joe Walsh, Mike Rutherford, Ronnie WoodDirector: Aubrey Powell
Brand: RED Distribution
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); French (Original Language); Spanish (Original Language)
Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 155 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-05-03
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Eagle Rock Ent
Movie Reviews of The Strat Pack: Live in Concert
Movie Review: A must-have DVD
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this DVD as a Srat player since 1959, and was amazed at the collection of artists and their skill with the Srat.
Sure, ther were some Srat players who were not there, but i was impressed by several players that i was totally unaware of.
How can you not love the great Albert Lee? He absolutely blew me away with Country Boy.
I listened to Hank Marvin on radio Luxumberg while living in Germany and he showed us all how the Strat can produce great sounds for instrumentals that inspired the US Ventures. (The Ventures originally made their reputation as Fender players and junped ship to Mosrite) Having Hank's son Ben on the stage with his obvious pleasure in backing dad was a special treat.
Theresa Anderson has been dissed by many reviewers, but she gives a spirited delivery and shows how younger musicians naturally gravitate to the Strat.
What can we say about Mike Rutherford and Paul Carrick? They did three great songs with true enthusiasim and a lot of heart. Phil Palmer showed his incredible talent at playing note-for-note covers of Hendrix, Clapton and Harrison. He was always smiling and surely enjoyed being on stage.
Gary Moore (along with David Gilmour) was the star of the show. He covered Hendrix better than Hendrix - and i am an original Hendrix fan. What a great demonstration of the sonic range of the Strat! He gave his all and clearly enjoyed every second.
I agree with others that Jamie Cullum, despite his good work, does not belong on a Strat tribute since he has no guitars! I just skip his song.I appreciate his support of the concert in any cased.
Amy Winehouse was great because of the excellent guitar work during her delivery of Stronger Than Me.
I now have a newfound appreciation of Paul Rodgers vocal range. Having his kids on stage was a little strange, but they did an entertaining job and again showed how the younger folk gravitate to the Fender for its incredible versatility.
For me the highlight of the concert was David Gilmour and Gary Moore. David did maybe his best ever renditions of three Pink Floyd classics. Seeing him at 59 and remembering him at 30 gives me chill bumps. I just hope he continues to make more music as he is clearly one of the most expressive Fender players of all time. I listen to his three-song set at least once a day.
Some have critisized Ron Wood, but lets remember that he is known not for his vocals but for his total domination of the Fender Strat. He really is the model for guitar players living the dream.
You may have different favorites on this DVD, but i believe this is a must have for any serious Strat lover or guitar fan. We can find other sources for the Start greats who were not there.
Summary of The Strat Pack: Live in Concert
Invented by Leo Fender in 1954, its solid wood body created a tone and sustain not heard before that won over the hearts and ears of many an axeman. Over the past 50 years, the Strat has been the preferred axe for rock immortals such as: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Joe Walsh, David Gilmour and many more!About the show...
Filmed in 2004 to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Strat, the Strat Pack concert is a guitar lovers dream. The set features some of the world?s most renowned axemen, including Joe Walsh (EAGLES), Brian May (QUEEN), David Gilmour (PINK FLOYD), Hank Marvin (THE SHADOWS), Ron Wood (ROLLING STONES), Gary Moore, Mike Rutherford (GENESIS / MIKE + THE MECHANICS) and many more!
Tracklisting
THE CRICKETS
? Peggy Sue ? Maybe Baby (with Brian May)
? I Fought The Law (with Brian May)
? Oh Boy (with Brian May)
? That?ll Be The Day (w/ Brian May & Ron Wood)
HANK MARVIN
? The Rise And Fall Of Flingel Bunt
? Sleepwalk ? Apache
THERESA ANDERSON
? I?m On My Way ? Country Boy (with Albert Lee)
MIKE RUTHERFORD
& PAUL CARRACK
? How Long ? All Along The Watchtower
? While My Guitar Gently Weeps
? I Can?t Dance
GARY MOORE
? Red House
JAMIE CULLUM
? Angel
AMY WINEHOUSE
? Stronger Than Me
PAUL ROGERS
? Muddy Water Blues
? Drinking (featuring Jasmine & Steve Rodgers)
? Alright Now (with Brian May)
? Can?t Get Enough (with Joe Walsh)
JOE WALSH
? Funk 49 ? Life?s Been Good
? Life In the Fast Lane ? Rocky Mountain Way
PHIL MANZENERA
? 6pm
DAVE GILMOUR
? Marooned ? Coming Back To Life ? Sorrow
RONNIE WOOD
? Ohh La La
FINALE:
(ALL FEATURED PERFORMERS)
? Stay With Me
Bonus Features
Nordoff Robbins Music Therapy promo spot INTERVIEWS:
? The Crickets
? Gary Moore
? The Shadows
? Mike Rutherford
? Joe Walsh
? Paul Rodgers
? Brian May
? Andy Fairweather-Low
? Albert Lee
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