Archive for the 'Music' Category
February 3rd, 2012 by Blu-ray Brian
So what’s better than a Friday evening after a long week of work? Well, I’ll tell ya. How about if I were to tell that my good buddy Tim Sullivan just dropped me a line to announce that his Chillerama segment, I Was A Teenage Werebear, is set to become a real stage musical? Would you believe me? And on top of that, BuySoundtrax Records will be releasing his anthology segment as a film soundtrack. Are you still with me? Well, I sh!t you not, this and so much more is all true! I couldn’t be happier for my friend. The guy’s a real class act and he deserves nothing but the best in life. And finally, the following debuted a few days ago on AICN, but we have it here now. I’m thrilled to host/embed the official music video for Chillerama, Psycho Charger’s main title song of the same name, here on Why So Blu. Check out the full press release below for more information on the soundtrack and stage musical and of course, hit play on the video below. But most importantly…enjoy! Continue reading ‘Chillerama: This Valentine’s Day, Werebears Need Love Too!’
January 24th, 2012 by Sean Ferguson
Winner of five Emmy awards including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Special for Lynn Whitfield (Eve’s Bayou) and the Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for TV for Louis Gossett Jr. (Academy Award winner, An Officer and a Gentleman), The Josephine Baker Story comes to Blu-ray disc with all new bonus content featuring an audio commentary with Whitfield, writer Ron Hutchinson and associate producer Alisa Taylor. Outrageous, shocking, sensational – Josephine Baker was born poor, but achieved fame and fortune through her sizzlingly exotic and erotic performances. Starting life on the American Vaudeville circuit, success took Josephine to Paris where her semi-nude dancing causes an international sensation. Josephine’s life becomes a roller coaster ride of love and rejection from both her lovers and her country. Whether she is semi-nude or head-to-toe in sequins, in battle fatigues or rags, her beauty and ambition ensured that Josephine Baker will always be remembered as the first, and possibly most loved, truly international star. Continue reading ‘The Josephine Baker Story (Blu-ray Review)’
January 24th, 2012 by Sean Ferguson
It was one of the most emotional documentaries ever aired on the Showtime Cable Network. Now, for the first time, on December 6, fans will have a chance to own The Love We Make, a look back at Sir Paul McCartney and his efforts to plan and perform a benefit concert in the aftermath of the worst day in the history of New York City. The film is directed by Albert Maysles (Gimme Shelter) and Bradley Kaplan, the film was shot in stark 16 mm black and white, complete with color concert clips. The Love We Make juxtaposes dramatic images of “The Concert For New York City,” held mere months after 9/11, with scenes of McCartney himself as he walks the streets of the town that his former songwriting partner, John Lennon, loved so much. Continue reading ‘The Love We Make (Blu-ray Review)’
January 23rd, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
It’s always somewhat of a special event when we are graced by anything Queen related on Blu-ray. If there was anything made for the Blu-ray format it would be Queen’s music and Freddie Mercury’s Godlike vocals. Eagle Rock Entertainment has brought Queen: Days of Our Lives to the Blu-ray format, which was originally broadcast by the BBC. The Queen:Days of Our Lives compilation follows the chaps from their humble beginnings, successes, tragedies, to the present. I will advise that you all should hold on tight, because it’s gonna be a rock ‘n roll roller coaster of a whirlwind ride! As it should be. 
Continue reading ‘Queen: Days of Our Lives (Blu-ray Review)’
January 15th, 2012 by Gerard Iribe
In the continuing pursuit of music excellence, Eagle Rock has gone ahead and released the now legendary performance of The Rolling Stones from their unique Some Girls tour of 1978. I say unique, because the tour was a roller coster ride of stadiums, arenas, and halls. This Texas show had an audience of only 2,500, so that’s a bit odd to see, considering they were playing crowds of up to 90,000 people. Some Girls has been given a full restoration, according to the enclosed booklet. The video and audio have been remastered in high definition, so let us see how the legendary band’s performance holds up today. Continue reading ‘The Rolling Stones: Some Girls – Live in Texas ’78 (Blu-ray Review)’
December 25th, 2011 by Matt Goodman
Usher OMG Tour Live From London opens with a black screen, where multi-million dollar R’n’B artist Usher is praying to some sort of bible passage. Immediately after, his first song entitled Monstar plays, followed by an astounding, very well-choreographed dance number. Aside from the catchy song Yeah, I have never been a huge fan of Usher. I found his music almost as annoying as hearing the Black Eyed Peas singing Boom Boom Pow for the hundredth damn time. However, that is not the case here. I quite enjoyed Usher OMG Tour, I didn’t find it too irritating (aside from a few songs towards the end) and the film had really good technical aspects about it, which I’ll get into soon. If you are a fan of Usher, this is a must-buy. Continue reading ‘Usher: OMG Tour, Live From London (Blu-ray Review)’
November 1st, 2011 by Matt Goodman
So, I sat down to watch the latest Eagle Rock concert movie sent to me, which is Procol Harum: Live at the Union Chapel, and was skeptical about this one. I had literally no prior knowledge to who Procol Harum was, or what there style of music was (which is actually a great tactic going into something fresh), yet was pleasantly surprised with this British rock band. Aside from the lack of special features, Procol Harum: Live at the Union Chapel is a great Blu-ray. Eagle Rock continues to impress with their amount of Blu-ray output – they seem to have a genuine support for high definition, and we like that. Continue reading ‘Procol Harum: Live at the Union Chapel (Blu-ray Review)’
October 20th, 2011 by Matt Goodman
The thing about the hypnotic band Yes is that it is a love-it or hate-it type of band. I wouldn’t classify myself as a hater per say, but I’m not at all a fan of their style of music. I find the whole “hippie” style of music quite irritating and way oversold to an extent that it becomes even unbearable (especially at its insane running time of 194 minutes). However, I did enjoy a couple of their songs and the Blu-ray features great video and audio, but again, with all of these Eagle Rock Blu-rays, it lacks in the special features department. Continue reading ‘Yes: Symphonic Live (Blu-ray Review)’
October 17th, 2011 by Matt Goodman
Full confession alert: I highly dislike the Pretenders. I believe they are a moronic, pretentious, and overall unentertaining band. I wasn’t totally engrossed with the idea of watching this on Blu-ray, but I sure wasn’t rejecting it. So I went in open-minded to this, and it ended on a disappointing note. After that, I had to watch the special features, which were just as dreadful as the film itself. On top of that, Pretenders Loose In L.A. features unimpressive video and audio quality. An all-around failure. Continue reading ‘Pretenders: Loose in L.A. (Blu-ray Review)’
October 14th, 2011 by Matt Goodman
Before his untimely death earlier this year, Gary Moore went all out at his Montreux show in 2010. Moore is a legendary blues-rock guitarist and singer, and is one of my most beloved classic artists. If Moore were around today, he would be ecstatic to see himself on this dazzling Blu-ray disc, which has near-perfect sound and picture quality. It’s not all illustrious, as usual. With these Eagle Rock concert Blu-ray’s being released, not a bunch of special features have been included, and this is no exception. Hopefully in the future, more features can be at liberty, but for now, take the weight off your feet, unwind, and enjoy some pleasant music. Continue reading ‘Gary Moore: Live at Montreux 2010 (Blu-ray Review)’
October 12th, 2011 by Matt Goodman
I have a confession. Up until today when I got my first official Blu-ray to review from the people at WSB, I had no recollection of who or what Cream was. About a quarter through the movie, a song called “Sleepy Time Time” came up and I thought to myself “wait… I know this song!” Throughout the rest of the film, I recognized so many great songs I heard throughout my childhood, and really enjoyed viewing this wonderful Blu-ray. The picture is very sharp, and the audio is flawless, especially when you pump your speakers up to max volume. This is ultimately a fail feature-wise, and the running time may be too long for some to handle in a single viewing, but there is too much great music and talent to scrap that aside Continue reading ‘Cream: Live at the Royal Albert Hall 2005 (Blu-ray Review)’
October 12th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
The boys from that little rock ‘n roll outfit known as Lit have released what could be called a video journal that chronicles the last 10-15 years of their career and compresses it into a very cool little electronic press kit which has the band talking about their forthcoming album. They’re still in the studio recording the tunes, but this electronic press kit features some very candid interviews with A.Jay Popoff (Vocals); Jeremy Popoff (Lead Guitar), and Kevin Baldes (Bass). The newest addition to the Lit family are Nathan Walker (Drums) and Ryan Gillmor (Rhythm Guitar & Keyboards). The band talks about everything from past tragedies, to new hopes for the future, and getting back into the studio to record an album since their last release (self titled) back in 2004. It’s been a long time coming, so stick around and enjoy LIT on Why So Blu?! Continue reading ‘Lit – 2011 Electronic Press Kit’
October 11th, 2011 by Mary Welms
Imagine my excitement when August and Everything After: Live at Town Hall (Blu-ray) (Eagle Rock Entertainment) was released on August 29, 2011 although recorded in 2007 at Town Hall in New York City! My wait for the first ever Blu-ray video from one of my favorite bands was over! I was really excited getting my hands on this and I was not disappointed! In fact, you may read all of our other offerings from the Eagle Rock Entertainment bunch on our website. We featured Sheryl Crow, Heaven and Hell, Primal Scream, and more. When it comes to concert Blu-rays they know how to do it. Continue reading ‘Counting Crows – August and Everything After: Live at Town Hall (Blu-ray Review)’
September 28th, 2011 by Brian White
This is going to be the shortest Blu-ray review of my illustrious career. Why? I can answer that one quite easily. It’s because this review is about a band that I would gladly lay down my life in defense of any day of the week against attacks of slander, malicious propaganda or evil naysaying. Their mere existence on this planet gave and continues to give the propulsion, motivation, drive, passion, energy/octane and encouragement necessary for me to be all I can be in life and NO ONE is going to contradict or say other wise without having words with me face-to-face. Of course, I’m talking about the legendary grunge band from Seattle, Washington that’s responsible for starting a musical revolution and catapulting the careers of so many others to follow, ladies and gentlemen…NIRVANA. Continue reading ‘Nirvana: Live at the Paramount – BEST BUY EXCLUSIVE (Blu-ray Review)’
September 17th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
I was surfing Amazon.com for some random stuff to buy when lo-and-behold I ran into one of my favorite band’s latest musical offerings. Powerman 5000 just released a cover album of tunes, and I didn’t even know about it. How could this happen? I’m usually in the loop. I proceeded to quickly scoop up a copy and have been jamming out the last few days with the latest tunes. That was also the catalyst for me to write this review. Considering the band had just released a full length album not even two years ago, how does Copies, Clones and Replicants measure up to their past releases. Come with me to Somewhere On The Other Side Of Nowhere and find out. Continue reading ‘Powerman 5000 – Copies, Clones and Replicants (CD Review)’
August 1st, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Eagle Rock Entertainment has brought forth one of their latest music releases on the Blu-ray format. This Blu-ray release is entitled Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising. This line-up would affectionately be called the Mark III line-up. Coverdale – Hughes – Bolin – Paice – Lord. Yep, who would have thought that the singer for Whitesnake would have started his career out with an already legendary band like Deep Purple? It’s true. This is a unique Blu-ray release in that it is more of a documentary on the Mark III line-up , but features very little in the way of performances. It’s a hybrid of sorts. How did it turn out? Tickets please! Continue reading ‘Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising (Blu-ray Review)’
July 13th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Hot of the heels of a successful tour with Queen, and then a solo venture of his own, Paul Rodgers has returned for a much anticipated reunion with his band mates that form Bad Company, aka Bad Co. This Blu-ray is Bad Co: Live at Wembley which is pretty much “the coming home” show. The Blu-ray features an eclectic set of all their greatest hits, mixed in with familiar tunes, rarely played songs, and fan favorites. Eagle Rock has come through with another rock ‘n roll Blu-ray for classic rock fans. How will this Blu-ray measure up to their previous releases? Let’s get to the review, because it’s going to go off at Wembley Stadium! Continue reading ‘Bad Company: Live at Wembley (Blu-ray Review)’
June 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
All good things must come to an end, so here is the final Blu-ray music review brought to you by Why So Blu and Eagle Rock Entertainment. It is the David Byrne concert documentary entitled Ride, Rise, Roar. Yes, that is the same David Byrne of Talking Heads fame. His solo performance has been given the royal treatment in this high definition Blu-ray disc. Featured in Ride, Rise, Roar is an eclectic performance featuring contemporary dancers, Byrne rocking out, and several documentary segments. To say that Ride, Rise, Roar is anything less than interesting would be a major understatement. Sit back, or stand, and enjoy our review of David Byrne: Ride Rise Roar on Blu-ray! Continue reading ‘David Byrne: Ride Rise Roar (Blu-ray Review)’
June 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
This is part two of our weekend Blu-ray music reviews. You rocked out with Primal Scream on their Blu-ray release, well we are here to bring you some Sheryl Crow on Blu-ray. Sheryl Crow is on a roll. Not only is she a super successful singer who just finished a long tour across the country, but she has TWO Blu-rays coming out this summer! This review will be focusing on her 100 Miles From Memphis tour where the singer tried to bring a different flavor to her set list. Did it work? How did it sound? Did she look fabulous? All of this and more will be answered as Why So Blu and Eagle Rock Entertainment bring you Sheryl Crow: Miles From Memphis Live From the Pantages Theater on Blu-ray. Enjoy! Continue reading ‘Sheryl Crow: Miles From Memphis (Blu-ray Review)’
June 19th, 2011 by Gerard Iribe
Alright, it’s time for some rock ‘n roll brought to you by our friends over at Eagle Rock Entertainment. My next three consecutive reviews (starting with this one) will be a trifecta of sorts. In this review we will be tackling one of the most influential bands of the early 90′s: Primal Scream. Then the lovely Sheryl Crow will grace us with her show at the Hollywood Pantages Theater. Then Mr. David Byrne will Ride, Rise, and Roar right after. This installment will be all about the boys in Primal Scream who played their iconic Screamadelica album in it’s entirety to a sold out crowd in London. It would be a day filled with color, dance, rock, and emotion. Sit back and relax while we take you to Screamadelica: Live on Blu-ray! Continue reading ‘Screamadelica: Live (Blu-ray Review)’
