This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.
Roxy Music: Bryan Ferry (vocals, piano); Phil Manzanera, Chris Speeding (guitar); Lucy Wilkins (violin, keyboards); Andy Mackay (oboe, saxophone); Colin Good (piano); Julia Thornton (keybards, percussion); Zev Katz (bass); Paul Thompson (drums); Sarah Brown, Yanick Etienne, Michelle John, Sharon White (background vocals).
Recorded live between June & October 2001. Includes liner notes by Michael Bracewell.
Personnel: Bryan Ferry (vocals, piano); Chris Spedding, Phil Manzanera (guitar); Lucy Wilkins (violin, keyboards); Andy Mackay (oboe, saxophone); Colin Good (piano); Julia Thornton (keyboards, percussion); Paul Thompson (drums); Yanick Etienne, Sarah Brown, Sharon White (background vocals).
Audio Mixer: Bob Clearmountain.
Recording information: Air Canada Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Apollo, London, England (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); E.N. Arena, Manchester, England (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Ent. Centre, Perth, Australia (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Forum, Milan, Italy (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); G.M.P., Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Gasometer, Vienna, Austria (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Int. Forum, Tokyo, Japan (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); N.E.C., Birmingham, England (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Pine Knob, Detroit, MI (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); S.E.C.C., Glasgow, Scotland (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Schleyerhalle, Stuttgart, Germany (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Sporthalle, Hamburg, Germany (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); Sportspaleis, Antwerp, Belgium (06/17/2001-10/02/2001); The Entertainment Centre, Adelaide, South Australia, Au (06/17/2001-10/02/2001).
Photographers: Diana Scrimgeour; Bogdan Zarkowski; Colin Roy; Harris Montague; Fiona Volquardsen; Steve Jennings.
After 18 years off, everyone knew that Roxy Music's 2001 reunion tour was going to be an event, and by all accounts, it was. But once the thrill of it all wore off, did the band still have anything to say musically? The answer is a resounding yes. Eagle Records' release of the double-CD Live features tracks recorded all over the world, creating a virtual dream concert made from the best-recorded, best-played songs of the 2001 tour. Unfettered by the need to promote an album, Roxy was free to survey their entire career, and it would be hard to come up with a better set list (OK, "Pyjamarama" should have been included). The expanded lineup enables the band to effortlessly re-create everything from Eddie Jobson's violin solos to Eno's treatments and textures, and while the arrangements stick pretty much to the original script, the band really digs into the tunes, and Phil Manzanera and Andy Mackay have never sounded better as soloists. In fact, Manzanera is consistently dazzling every time he steps to the fore, sounding every bit as ferocious and unearthly as he did on their first few albums. Having Paul Thompson back behind the drumkit was vital for the early material, but also adds some needed power to tunes like "My Only Love". Bryan Ferry's voice has weathered just a bit, but he's still the epitome of crooner cool.
The sound quality, as expected, is excellent, allowing the listener to hear every musical detail the band offers. Audience participation, the bane of many a live album, is largely held in check until the very end of the set when it intrudes slightly on the encore numbers. But this is a very small quibble about a thoroughly wonderful release. This set should impress those unfamiliar with Roxy and will surely thrill longtime fans. It's a fine testament to this band that these songs sound timeless rather than dated nearly 30 years down the line in many cases. After nearly two decades away, Roxy Music prove that they still have plenty of style and plenty of substance. Recommended. ~ Sean WestergaardUncut (8/03, p.97) - 5 stars out of 5 - "...This two-CD features Roxy sounding as good if not better than ever....They still capture the giddy thrall of future pop perfection like no other outfit before or since..." Mojo (Publisher) (8/03, p.106) - 4 stars out of 5 - "...Of the 22 tracks collated here, at least three-quarters could be dubbed British Rock Masterpieces..."
Roxy at it's best!! I own the movie dvd of this show and the music cd version.The sound quality is excellent the video is awesome!! Submitted by thebabe1957 (queens,new york) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Roxy Music still class act in 2001 Roxy Music's main members reunited in 2001 for a tour, and this brand new 2 CD set is the result. CD has all their classic tracks including tracks from their classic 'Avalon' album. Beautifully recorded and classy artwork which has always been a RM staple. Essential for any Roxy Music fan! Submitted by a reviewer (Nashville, TN United States) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
WOW! Rarley do you find bands whose members seem to have been put on this earth to work together. Roxy Music is one of those bands, and even after 18 years of having not worked, when 4 out of 5 original members reunited to do a world tour, the music still sounded like it could have been produced yesterday. Recorded from gigs around the world, the music leaves you feeling almost giddy. They still sound great, these guys havent lost a thing. A great cross section from their rather lengthy recording career. Its times like these that I wish I watched more TV or read more newspapers or listened to the radio because they came to my hometown and I completely missed it, track 21 was actually recorded there. I cant say enough about this album or this band so I'll let it go at that, only to add, rumors have been circulating about a new album and tour from these guys so lets keep our fingers crossed. Fans of Roxy Music should not miss this one, its great!
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THE ART OF PERFECT LIVE PERFORMANCES HEARING THIS ALBUM YOU REALLY REALICE THE IMPORTANCE OF ROXY MUSIC IN ROCK HISTORY. BRYAN´S VOCALS, ANDY´S SAX, OR THE UNIQUE MANZANERA´S GUITAR BRINGS YOU TO A VERY NICE AND SPECIAL MUSICAL SENSATION. Submitted by CARMELO (ALICANTE. SPAIN) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
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