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Jeff Beck: Performing This Week... Live at Ronnie Scott's [Blu-ray]

Jeff Beck: Performing This Week... Live at Ronnie Scott's [Blu-ray]Actor: Jeff Beck
Studio: Eagle Rock Ent
Category: DVD

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Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars 206 reviews
Sales Rank: 6246

Format: Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: Blu-ray
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Running Time: 191 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.3 x 0.5

MPN: 801213332694
UPC: 801213332694
EAN: 0801213332694
ASIN: B001NP8PRG

Theatrical Release Date: 2009
Release Date: March 31, 2009
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Product Description
Collection of live performances played to a packed audience in London's Soho.


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5 out of 5 stars A masterpiece of beauty and aesthetics   August 24, 2010
Tony Pipia (Georgia)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

The very zenith of class, the songs of Elves and Angels need no herald.

What can I say other than that it is our blessing to bear witness to the "years ago in days of old, when magic filled the air?"

Imogen Heap both sounds and looks like a blossom from the Kalevala and the little bassist is positively adorable.

A masterpiece of beauty and aesthetics.




5 out of 5 stars Amazing   August 15, 2010
Mark6479
Amazing, totally absorbing performance. Even if you're not familiar with Jeff Beck you'll be completely drawn-in to this night club performance. I stumbled onto this show in progress on cable, watched it to the end, got on my PC and ordered a copy of the BluRay disk, along with a copy of "Wired". The performance is so good, so enjoyable you'll want to watch this over and over.

I'm not a long-term hard-core Jeff Beck fan, previously owning only a single CD. This performance BR disk is a totally different experience from listening to a CD. Beck's band is composed of truly world-class players, all of whom are fascinating performers. Regardless of what instrument you play, or even if you don't play, each performer is truly interesting. When this disk is playing, you will watch it, not treat it as background music.

My single issue with the show is the fact the bass and keyboards are mixed too far in the background. It's clear the bassist is a phenomenal player (who looks to be 16 but is in her early 20's) but it's difficult to hear the bass line. The keyboard player is doing a lot over there, but it's difficult to identify just what, sometimes.

If you have any interest in guitar of any genre, buy this BluRay.



5 out of 5 stars Mr Beck would not sell out!   August 14, 2010
Richard Scott (MUNCIE, IN)
When I was 15 years old, I was given the honor by my oldest brother, introducing me to Jeff Beck. Since then, I became a devoted fan. What many do not know, was, "and this was aired on 60 minutes", A very influential "organization", offered to buy Mr. Becks recording contract, offering him incentives such as "cocaine",etc, as to which he refused. After several attempts, and finally intimidation tactics, stating his career would be ruined, Mr. Beck would not compromize. This is should be applauded. As far as his guitar playing, "go change your diaper Mr. Van Halen"! I am not the greatest review writer, but to any young up ang coming guitar players, please give Mr. Beck a listen. ENJOY!


5 out of 5 stars An old geezer better than ever   August 3, 2010
Ivan Brantes Salinas (Santiago, Santiago Chile)
Since the early days with The Tridents and The Yardbirds Jeff Beck has been innovating to the point of making the electric guitar an extension of his body. Beck has gone through differents styles and territories, sometime he is on the rock field and soon after he is playing funk, jazz rock o even reggae: Beck has no boundaries as he is constantly changing. Without having a huge following he is one of the most respected musicians around, even by his own colleagues like Jimmy Page (he is seen on the video) and Eric Clapton.

This DVD is a great example of all the above as we can see Beck on differents stages and styles, doing a fantastic quick resume of his carreer as a musician, something like a presentation card.

Beck is wise enough to get musicians that made the perfect mixture between experience and quality (V. Colaiuta an ex Zappa member) and freshness (T. Wilkenfeld) and not forgetting the keyboard player (J Rebello) that thanks to the current technology can jump to a Minimoog sound with just sliding a couple of knobs so he can match Jan Hammer duets with Beck. He does a great work (great subtle Hammond organ playing as well).

By the way Beck's 2010 tour band shows another great move including now Narada Michael Walden on Drums and Rhonda Smith on bass (ex Prince musician).

A special mention to guest artist. This shows once again, along with the play list, a perfect mixture of old and new, experience and freshness. Joss Stone, Imogen Heap and Eric "Slow Hand" Clapton fit perfectly in this unique film concert. By the way I like Rod Stewart vocals on People Get Ready, but sorry mate this time you the first runner up.

Don't forget to see / listen Jeff interview that gives lots of clues and information about this talented guitarrist's guitarrist (as he is currently refered to)

If you are into Jeff Beck then you must have this DVD and if you don't then give it a chance you won't be dissappointed, you can't.



4 out of 5 stars for jeff beck fans   July 29, 2010
W. Segur (Wilmington, NC)
Not only a very good music performance, but a wonderful show to see the group interact with each other. Jeff, especially, is quite proud of his young bass player. You get the feeling its almost like a father / daughter relationship

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