This is a unique collection of the visual works of Elvis Costello captured for the first time on DVD. From his first video for Radar Records through to his last with Warner Brothers this collection showcases 27 videos ; featuring material rarely seen since the release of the singles they supported. Costello has recorded a witty and lively commentary full of incredible insights for the fans ; there is also a host of other special features. Tracklisting : 1.(I Don't Want To Go To) Chelsea 2.Pump It Up 3.Radio Radio 4.(What's So Funny `Bout) Peace Love and Understanding 5.Oliver's Army 6.Accidents Will Happen 7.I Can't Stand Up For Falling Down 8.High Fidelity 9.Love For Tender 10.Possession 11.New Amsterdam 12.Clubland 13.New Lace Sleeves 14.Good Year For The Roses 15.Sweet Dreams 16.You Little Fool 17.Everyday I Write The Book 18.Let Them All Talk 19.The Only Flame In Town 20.I Wanna Be Loved 21.Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood 22.Veronica 23.This Town 24.The Other Side Of Summer 25.So Like Candy 26.Sulky Girl 27.13 Steps Lead Down
This is the album that started it all. The ultimate candidate for the term classic. Featuring the talents of DJ Fontana on drums the legendary Scotty Moore on guitar and the celebrated Jordanaires on backing vocals. The album 'Elvis Presley' was the first LP to be recorded by Elvis and represents the undisputed defining moment of the rock'n'roll era . This is the independent and uncensored review of an all time classic which includes immortal tracks such as Blue Suede Shoes Money
The BBC, sceptical about the British appetite for extended documentary programmes, edited Ken Burns' epic 17-hour history Jazz back to around 12 hours. That's what's presented in this box set of the series, and while the flow of the original is preserved, so are its idiosyncrasies. The film dwells at length on early jazz, particularly on its origins in New Orleans, and there's a good deal of absorbing history here. On the other hand, in suggesting that the important work of jazz was done by 1975, Burns gives us cause to question how much of his earlier research is awry too. There isn't much here to reflect the brimming vitality of post-1960s jazz, and many listeners and musicians have been enraged by Burns' neglect of such pivotal figures as Joe Zawinul, Keith Jarrett, Jan Garbarek, Pat Metheny and Michael Brecker--all players whose work responds vigorously to the question that Burns thinks nobody can answer: "Where are the modern equivalents of Armstrong, Ellington, Parker and Coltrane?" Armstrong and Ellington are the touchstones of Burns' film, providing the narrative thread around which the stories of other major figures turn, among them Bechet, Basie, Goodman, Parker, Miles Davis and Coltrane. Burns also finds populist mileage in the politicisation of jazz, making dramatic capital out of racial divides that most jazz players, black and white, have ignored. The fact is that almost all jazz players, regardless of race, have felt like outsiders. Despite such distractions, Jazz is the longest jazz documentary yet produced, and it's rich in musical examples and classic, rare and unseen footage. Even when working with simple stills, Burns uses seductive camera work and Keith David's epigrammatic narration to maximum effect. There's plenty to enjoy here, but viewers should be aware, as Joshua Redman points out in Musicians' Views in our Ken Burns' Jazz shop, that Burns' film is an often compelling perspective on jazz, not a definitive study. --Mark Gilbert
Rock 'n' roll will last forever as each new generation discovers the raw excitement that music generates. As well as rare footage of Gene Vincent Billy Fury Eddie Cochran Bill Haley and The Comets Cliff Richard and Tommy Steele this unique programme documents the fans celebrating the music and lifestyle that has continued to influence each generation for over 50 years!
Elvis Costello & The Imposters: Club Date - Live In Memphis
In 1973, a one-off Magpie film looked at London's streets and markets through the eyes of children attending Islington's Anna Scher Children s Theatre. Showing how the children interpreted daily life in their drama classes, Kids About Town caught the eye of producer Roger Price (The Tomorrow People), who suggested the Anna Sher kids be given their own series. You must be joking! replied the controller of children's programming; That s what we ll call it, suggested Roger...A wry, energetic and irreverent comedy show of a kind never previously seen and certainly not one for the easily offended! You Must Be Joking duly launched an unknown bunch of kids onto the TV screen. Led by writer-performers Ray Burdis and John Blundell, and featuring future BAFTA winner (and drama academy founder) Pauline Quirke, the talented teenagers were 'supervised' by comedian and long-suffering lone adult Jim Bowen. In between topical and satirical sketches, Elvis Payne took a cynical look at the week's news, and live music came from youthful popsters Flintlock, led by the multi-talented Michael Holoway. Many of the show's stars would go on to enjoy successful careers in television.
A triple bill of Hong Kong action classics from director Andrew Lau (Wai Keung Lau). The Stormriders: The most eagerly awaited Hong Kong movie event boasting Hong Kong's highest ever production budget and box office take. It is a visually stunning epic blend of swordplay explosive martial arts and breathtaking special effects to create the ultimate final fantasy. A Man Called Hero: Based on the comic book series by Ma Wing Shing 'A Man Called Hero' is a spectacular
To mark the 30th anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley Wienerworld are proud to present a brand new in-house production: Elvis - Destination Vegas. This unauthorised critical review uses previously unseen private footage of Elvis Presley and classic original songs to tell the story of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Using previously unseen and unknown private footage we peel away from the facade of the formal camera to explore a defining yet controversial chapter in Elvis' life w
Own a piece of the King! This once in a lifetime DVD lets you experience the legacy of the immortal Elvis Presley as never before! Join 'Diamond Joe' Esposito Elvis' closest friend and trusted confidant of almost 20 years as he shares his most intimate memories and incredible stories of life with the King of Rock and Roll!
This unique collection captures the essence of Elvis the greatest singer of his and perhaps any generation with his most memorable performances including 'Money Honey' 'Hound Dog' 'Blue Suede Shoes' 'Love Me Tender' and 'Suspicious Minds'. It also includes rare archive footage including perhaps the first ever motion picture of a young Elvis as captured with Johnny Cash Buddy Holly (before the Crickets) and Carl Perkins backstage at a high school gig by a fan in 1955. Other rare highlights include an original Paramount Pictures screen test of the Elvis performance of Blue Suede Shoes that earned him a three picture deal plus footage of one of the few press conferences he ever gave and a moving rendition of Unchained Melody as recorded at his last televised concert in 1977.
Recorded in autumn 2004 the concert was filmed in Hi-Definition and features songs from across Costello's glittering career from Waiting For The End Of The World from his debut album through to The Delivery Man the title track of his most recent. It includes hits such as Radio Radio Alison Peace Love And Understanding and Pump It Up alongside classic album tracks and new songs. Highlights include two duets with the great Emmylou Harris on I Still Miss Someone and Heart Shaped Br
Smile? In 1966, the legendary abandoned Beach Boys' album and "teenage symphony to God" left its visionary, Brian Wilson, with the devil to pay. Disc One of this double DVD set offers David Leaf's glorious documentary "Beautiful Dreamer", interviewing all those involved with the project's development (save, bizarrely, any of the surviving Beach Boys, least of all Smile's most trenchant naysayer Mike Love) and charting Brian Wilson's ascendancy to the cusp of creative immortality and subsequent crash-and-burn to a bedridden, burnt-out recluse. In the South Pole-style "production race" with The Beatles for popular music's brave new frontier (a contest more self-justificatingly important to Wilson than to Lennon/McCartney) it was to be The Beatles who planted the flag and Wilson who perished in the snow; Smile was to be Brian Wilson's nemesis. The albums' eventual completion and re-recording (hats off to Brian Wilson's musical sidekicks The Wondermints) in 2003 was the happiest and unlikeliest conclusion to pop music's most fascinating and infuriating chapter. The entire live performance of Smile in Los Angeles - beautifully filmed on Disc 2 - is a fitting happy ending. The work - especially the waxing and waning chorales of the "Child Is Father Of The Man" section - is a marvel; beautiful, bold, coherent and deft enough to leave the myth - the great "what if?" of 20th Century music history - intact. --Kevin Maidment
Elvis Costello is joined by fellow legends such as Elton John The Police and James Taylor in this music-driven series. New York's Apollo Theatre and 30 Rockefeller Plaza play host to the icons as they cover favorite songs and chat about their craft. This release includes 13 episodes.
Elvis: The True Story of Elvis Presley: This definitive biography is crammed with rare archive footage of Elvis in action in live performances from throughout his career; from the USS Hancock to his legendary '68 comeback special and capturing his renowned charm and charisma from famous movies. Elvis: The Milton Berle Show Special: Recorded on the deck of the USS Hancock in 1956 this special edition of the Milton Berle show features Elvis Presley performing some of this most famous hits. Elvis blows the audience away with renditions of Shake Rattle and Roll Heartbreak Hotel and Blue Suede Shoes. Elvis: Sinatra Show Wlecome Home Elvis Special: Join Sinatra in the ' Welcome Home Elvis' (from National Service) TV special. Rare archive footage captures two of the Twentieth Century's most recognisable icons whilst they share the stage in this enchanting piece of television entertainment history. The show also features Sammy Davis Jr and Nancy Sinatra .
In the years following the Civil War Western Texas has become an uneasy meeting ground of two cultures; one white the other Native American. Elvis stars as Pacer Burton the son of a white rancher andihis beautiful Kiowan wife (Dolores Del Rio). When fighting breaks out between the settlers and natives despite his peacemaking efforts Pacer is pulled into the deadly violence.
In his film debut singing idol Elvis Presley stars in this action filled romance set in the aftermath of the Civil War. After hearing his older brother (Richard Egan) has been killed in combat a young Texas farmer (Presley) marries the man's sweetheart (Debra Paget). But his brother returns sparking a bitter sibling rivalry and tragic confrontations with Union soldiers... Featuring four Presley hits on the film's soundtrack including the title track.
Features Elvis Lives: The 25th Anniversary Concert DVD and He Touched Me: The Gospel Music Of Elvis Presley packaged together in a box set Tracklist: Disc One: 1. I John 2. An American Trilogy 3. Amazing Grace 4. Where Could I Go? 5. Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus 6. Nearer My God To Thee 7. Move That Mountain 8. Rocka My Soul 9. Higher Ground 10. Sweeter As The Days Go By 11. Lead Me Guide Me 12. You Better Run 13. By And By 14. Hound Dog 15. I'm Gonna Walk Dem Golden Stairs 16. Peace In The Valley 17. Milky White Way 18. Swing Down Sweet Chariot 19. If We Never Meet Again 20. I'll Remember You Disc Two: 1. You'll Never Walk Alone 2. His Hand In Mine 3. I Am Loved 4. It Is No Secret 5. Somebody Bigger Than You And I 6. If That Isn't Love 7. If I Can Dream 8. Let's Go To That Land 9. I Believe In The Man In The Sky 10. How Great Thou Art 11. A Thing Called Love 12. Up Above My Head 13. Working On The Building 14. So High 15. The Lighthouse 16. Sweet Sweet Spirit 17. Stand By Me 18. Where No One Stands Alone 19. He Touched Me Disc Three: In commemoration of the 25th Anniversary of his death Elvis: The 25th Anniversary concert was staged at the Pyramid Coliseum in Memphis Tennessee. The monumental occasion took place on 16th August 2002 and reunited the original TBC band back-up singers & their musical director. 1. Also Sprach Zarathustra (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 2. C. C. Rider (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 3. Burning Love (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 4. Welcome To My World (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 5. I Can't Stop Loving You (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 6. Steam Roller (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 7. Cast Intros (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 8. Johnny B. Goode (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 9. You Gave Me A Mountain (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 10. Imperials Introduction (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 11. That's All Right (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 12. You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 13. Mystery Train/Tiger Man (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 14. Just Pretend (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 15. Are You Lonesome Tonight? (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 16. Walk A Mile In My Shoes (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 17. In The Ghetto (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 18. Polk Salad Annie (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 19. Bridge Over Troubled Water (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 20. The Wonder Of You (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 21. Suspicious Minds (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 22. I'll Remember You (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 23. A Big Hunk O' Love (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 24. My Way (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 25. How Great Thou Art (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 26. If I Can Dream (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 27. American Trilogy (25th Anniversary Concert Version) 28. Can't Help Falling In Love (25th Anniversary Concert Version)
Beginning with a savage murder and gang rape, Body Weapon (1999) seeks to combine psycho-thriller, romantic drama and martial arts action into a provocative 90 minutes. Chiu Man Chuk follows up The Black Sheep Affair (1998) as one of two Hong Kong detectives in love with the same woman, Ling (Angie Cheung). The urgent need to solve the introductory crime is soon forgotten while the romance is settled and Ling marries the lead's best friend. That said friend predictably ends up dead; less obviously the "heroine" deals with being raped by taking some very strange lessons in revenge from an unhinged transvestite. Both the psychology and plot mechanics of what follows are unbelievable at any level, the outrageous finale even translating Ripley's disrobing at the end of Alien in the most misogynistic of situations. The identity and motivation of the chief rapist/killer make no sense in relation to what has gone before and for a Hong Kong crime film there is very little action. The best that can be said is the stars give as good a performance as they can from very poorly conceived and exploitative material. The following year Chiu Man Chuk reunited with director Aman Chang for the action comedy Fist Power which was much better received. On the DVD: The anamorphically enhanced 1.77:1 image is good, coping with the many night and low-light scenes very well. Disappointingly, the sound is functional two-channel mono for both the Cantonese English subtitled soundtrack and the laughably clumsy English dubbed alternative. The "music promo" is one of Hong Kong Legends' own specially-made trailers, and is accompanied by more trailers for a further seven films. Also included are the original theatrical trailer and a photo gallery. Two minutes of poor-quality video show Chiu Man Chuk demonstrating some wu shu moves, while a four-minute interview conducted at the same time via a translator for French television does little more than reveal the star to be a pleasant chap. The text biographies of the two stars are good, though all the features relating to Chiu Man Chuck are also available on the DVD of the far superior The Black Sheep Affair(1998). --Gary S Dalkin
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