kookycanooky Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 a year ago I got a $30 hmv gift card for my birthday. its been in my wallet all year and today i finally found myself near the store so i went in. I walked out with nothing. I need some suggestions people. There is no music I want to buy, (thank you oink), but my main interest lies in music DVD's. One problem, that store (maybe all?) doesnt' have a dedicated music dvd section. They stick the random dvd's in the CD section, this makes browsing a pain in the ass. Being in that store made me really angry because about half of their merchandise is TV DVD's. In this world of dwindling oil, why the fuck are we wasting it to produce DVD's of TV shows that have long since been cancelled? Yes I agree there is a nostalgic feeling of seeing these things, (like peewee's playhouse) but it runs thin very fast. How many times will you watch 4 disc seasons of Alf, or 3's company? Anyway..end rant.Has anyone had a chance to see "Blind Melon - Live at the Metro, September 27, 1995"? Is it any good? I specifically avoid those Music DVD's that look all good, but then you buy them only to find out its a lame documentary with little full song coverage...just critics yapping on about nothing.Any suggestions for kick ass music dvd's? Previous purchases that have done well are Song remains the same, and Last waltz. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 Ween Live in Chicago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afro poppa Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 I would recommend "Miles Electric: A different Kind of Blue"although it does have lots of commentary (mainly from people that played with Miles over the years) it does contain the 38 minute Island of Wight concert that is absolutely mind blowing. If you enjoy jazz or Miles at all, this is a great DVD. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timouse Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 stand out front of the store and scalp the card to a teenager Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baj Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 IT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 I didn't like how they moved the music DVD's either, and it was definately because of the TV releases. I'm actually a big fan of the fact that I can go out and get me a Magnum PI season and watch it at my leisure.As for a music DVD, I'd recommend the Sisters Euclid one, but you won't find it there. The Umphrey's NYE DVD kicks some ass and you can't go wrong with those Dual discs (CD and a DVD). Flaming Lips, Talking Heads...and the new Bruce Springstein one seems like a great buy.And of course...IT as mentioned above. If you don't own the Last Waltz, you really should. Oh and the Team America movie!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
\/\/illy Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 I was in HMV in Newmarket today and I picked up the following:Red Hot Chili Peppers - Stadium ArcadiumYonder Mountain String Band - (Self Titled)Tipton, Entwistle & Powell - Edge Of The WorldDon Ross - Music for VacuumingI also had a Seeger double CD in my hand but put it down on account of low funds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevO Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 I was saw a live Ben Folds Five dvd, I think it was an Austin City Limits show.. Jaw dropping tickling of the ivories going on there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kookycanooky Posted June 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 There's a ben folds five dvd?? I know of the Sessions 54, and today I saw Ben Folds and the West Australian symphony orchestra live in Perth DVD. Can you get me details on that?Thanks for the suggestion guys. Umphrees definatly sounds interesting..."Miles Electric: A different Kind of Blue" as well. And now that Blind Melon one is in my mind...damn! Now I have too many to choose from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kookycanooky Posted June 1, 2006 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 Hey Bouche, is that umphrey's one "Wrapped Around Chicago"? Jam in the Dam also looks cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bokonon Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 Metallica S&M! Or Jack Johnson Thicker than Water Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bokonon Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 a little yin and a little yang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevO Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 There's a ben folds five dvd?? I know of the Sessions 54, and today I saw Ben Folds and the West Australian symphony orchestra live in Perth DVD. Can you get me details on that?Hey Canooky! Ahh I think it was the Sessions 54 that I was talking about. I only saw it once, and only a slice of it at that, so I wasn't sure what I was talkin about really. Have you seen the Sessions 54 dvd? Smokin. I didn't know about that Symphony one either, sounds promising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Low Roller Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 Hmm, I have no idea what your tastes are like, but I own and enjoy the following:- White Stripes- Under Blackpool Lights- Gotan Project- La Revancha del Tango live- Radiohead- live at the Astoria- Blind Melon- Letters from a PorcupineThat Blind Melon DVD sounds tasty though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ollie Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 *ahem*Ween Live in Chicago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 Metallica S&M!God that was a horrible performance / idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 I walked out with nothing. You should be completely embarrased that you started this post now that you realize the entire world can see how much of an putz you are. How easy is it to pick out free music????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcO Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 one thing I do dig about HMV is their package deals of 2/$25 or 2/$30 or wahtever. It's a good way to grab some "catalogue" releases to help fill in some gaps in your collection. Hell, just on Tuesday I came away with Pink FLoyd's "Meddle" and "The Wall" for $30, and the same deal for an excellent Beach Boys collection and a Belle & Sebastian album. I was happy with that. I probably never would have paid full price for "The Wall" but since I've been on a Floyd kick for the last year, it was a chance to fill in that gap between "Animals" and "The Final Cut". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaimoe Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 Get the last Zeppelin DVD set and be done with this thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afro poppa Posted June 1, 2006 Report Share Posted June 1, 2006 Get the last Zeppelin DVD set and be done with this thread.GOOD CHOICE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaggyBalls Posted June 2, 2006 Report Share Posted June 2, 2006 i remember watching a radiohead documentary circa ok computer - it was amazing. showed these boys' flash rise to stardom and how they had to cope with a world tour and recording a follow up. kid a.i'd go for that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdy Posted June 2, 2006 Report Share Posted June 2, 2006 umphreys new years is 'wrapped around chicago'.. it's awesome..concert for bangladesh would be a good choice too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prost Posted June 2, 2006 Report Share Posted June 2, 2006 I agree totally with Bangladesh....Here are a few good ones:Standing in the Shadows of MotownFestival ExpressNumerous Classic Albums DVDs - ie The Band, Dark Side of the Moon, Anthem to Beauty, Graceland.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted June 2, 2006 Report Share Posted June 2, 2006 i remember watching a radiohead documentary circa ok computer - it was amazing. showed these boys' flash rise to stardom and how they had to cope with a world tour and recording a follow up. kid a.i'd go for that one.what's this called, Radioheads? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouche Posted June 2, 2006 Report Share Posted June 2, 2006 umphreys new years is 'wrapped around chicago'.. it's awesome..concert for bangladesh would be a good choice too. You didn't read my post about Umphrey's ... did you? -> kookycanooky: You should definately check out Bangledesh. I saw it many years ago and keep meaning to reown it on DVD. Especially the collectors edition. Totally worth it. I have the LP version that I would love to bring to a listening party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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