At the Rocks [Import]

At the Rocks [Import]

Track Listings

1. Joke Is On You

2. Parkdrive 13

3. Catch Me

4. Tired

5. The Opera

6. Made In California

7. Play Some Rock

8. On The Radio

9. Suzanne (Is A Liar)

10. Finally Fine

11. Curtainfall

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
Second LP from the Four Piece Guitar Driven Rock Band from Germany Whose Music Pays Cheerfull Allegiance to Such Diverse Influences as Surf Guitar, Blondie, Buffalo Tom, Pavement and Blink 182.

Tracks:

Seek Up
Proudest Monkey
Satellite
Two Step
Best Of Whats Around
Recently
Lie In Our Graves
Dancing Nancies
Warehouse

Tracks:

Tripping Billies
Drive In, Drive Out
Lover Lay Down
Rhyme & Reason
#36
Ants Marching
Typical Situation
All Along The Watchtower

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Like a lot of his jam-band compatriots, Dave Matthews's personality can come off as muted in the studio, but really spreads out live--which makes this a must-have for fans who don't already have the bootleg, or nineteen more from the same period. But absent a hits sampler, Live at Red Rocks could also be the best Matthews album for more tentative listeners. It draws heavily from the Under the Table and Dreaming material, as well as from the then-upcoming Crash. "All Along the Watchtower," previously only available on an indie EP, ends the set. --Gavin McNett

Customer Reviews:

They Rock at Red Rocks!.......2007-03-20

Even a live recording of the Dave Matthews Band is an ideal way to be exposed to their immense talent for the first time. This is an early recording of the group, a live performance during the summer of 1995 but further proof of how great they sounded as a live act from the beginning years. Most of the material contained here are songs from their major debut, Under the Table and Dreaming, but they do include songs that were brand new and being tested at the time, and that would eventually turn up on 1996's Crash like "Two Step," "Dive In, Drive Out," and "Proudest Monkey." There are also songs the band recorded very early on before they had a major recording contract like this show's opener in "Seek Up," one of the band's best tracks and this thirteen-minute version is a spectacular performance with smooth horns, throbbing bass lines, and Tinsley's humming violin solo that leads into Matthews' agonizing vocal. "The Best of What's Around," is like rock being fused with jazz, and "Dancing Nancies," is intense, explosive, and relentless in the way the band jams out with a climatic ending. Plus there's "Lie in Our Graves," "Ants Marching," and concluding with a tribute to the late Jimi Hendrix with an amazing version of "All Along the Watchtower." The whole set list is awesome considering how early a recording this is for the band. Another thing that makes this release so unique is how the Dave Matthews Band brought back the whole concept of recording and releasing live albums for the commerical market, and reminding music lovers how we once loved the idea of having a live concert in our living room.

DMB ROCKS AT RED ROCK!.......2006-04-10

If "Louisiana Bayou" on the DVD with Robert Randolph doesn't do it for you, you are already dead. Jammin' DMB at their best!

Good Effort.......2006-01-29

I really dont like Dave Matthews music that much, but there is one thing that you have to give him and his band credit for. They are very very good musicans. This is the one album that they have that I happen to like, since I think the Live Material is much better then any of the studio work. This is a good concert to listen to, and I highly recommend it to anyone who just wants to kick back and listen to some real good jams. ENJOY

10 years ago.......2005-12-03

Before I review this album let me share with you a brief bit of DMB's history snce this was recorded

1996: Crash is Released
1997: This wonderful Album is released
1998: Before These Crowded Srteets is released
2000: The Lilywhite Sessions are left
2001: Everyday is released; The Lillywhite Sessions are leaked
2002: Busted Stuff is released
2005: Stand Up is released.

bow alot has changed in 10 years, and so has DMB's sound.

This 2 disc jam fest may be a shock to newer DMB fans, who are used to the radio hits.

while there are a few of those on here, they're not this recordings best stuff.

RR95 (as hardcore fans have abbriviated it) starts off with Seek Up, which dictates the pace for the rest of the concert.

the first disc is golden, straying from the radio singles(except for Satlelite which is amazing on this recording)

the second disc doesn't stop that vibe, and makes this truely a greeat live album.

Disc 1

*1. Seek Up 5/5
*2. Proudest Monkey 5/5
*3. Sattelite 5/5
4. Two Step 5/5
*5. Best of What's Around 5/5
*6. Recently 5/5
7. Lie in Our Graves 5/5
8. Dancing Nancies 5/5
9. Warehouse(pre "Whoooo!") 4/5

Disc 2

*1. Tripping Billies 5/5
2. Drive In, Drive Out 4.5/5
3. Lover Lay Down 5/5
4. Rhyme and Reason 4.5/5
*5. #36 5/5
*6. Ants Marching 5/5
7. Typical Situation 4/5
8. All Along the Watchtower 5/5

*= Reccomended Track

1= terrible, 2= poor, 3= decent, 4= good, 5= great

Brilliant.......2005-08-23

This live album exceeded by far my expectations. True DMB. Its fresh, spontaneous. Great sound for live album too.

A Night at Red Rocks with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra

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A Terrific -- if Somewhat Misleading -- Place to Start
The Best Christmas of 2005
The Best Live Moody Blues Album
To be my Moody Blues CD
Beats Them All For Live Sound

A Night at Red Rocks with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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Overture
Late Lament
Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon)
For My Lady
Bless The Wings (That Bring You Back)
Emily's Song
New Horizons
Lean On Me (Tonight)
Voices In The Sky
Lovely To See You
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I Know You're Out There Somewhere
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Album Description

Full Title - A Night At Red Rocks With The Colorado Symphony Orchestra. Recorded on September 9, 1992 at the open-air Red Rocks Amphitheater, this performance pairs the Moody Blues with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, 84 members strong. Each track has been digitally remastered from the band's original mixes, with spoken word introductions and audience applause. The set is packaged in a deluxe 2 CD digipak housed within a plastic sleeve. The deluxe packaging also features a 28-page color booklet containing original artwork, rare photos and essay. 2002.

Customer Reviews:

A Terrific -- if Somewhat Misleading -- Place to Start.......2006-01-02

I got on the Blooze Bandwagon (along with Elton & Bernie & Gus Dudgeon doing "Funeral for a Friend" on "Yellow Brick Road" and other assorted flights of fanstasy) a day or two after I'd taken the THC plunge with so many others in 1973.

The Golden Era ('67 to '72) had come and gone, but the legacy of the Moodies' "Big Seven" was Big Time Entertainment in the "head set" of the time. As well as much cause for discussion: The music -was- terrific, but so were the lyrics (see my review of "To Our Children's Children's Children" elsewhere). The more literate folks -- including many in the entertainment industry -- on LA's West Side were as busy dissecting them for meaning as the folks on -Manhattan's- (upper) West Side. "God was Speaking to Us," we all just knew, "and these guys are His Prophets."

If ANARR has a flaw, it's that the lyrics (and the songs) that drove us into a spiritual frenzy in those days are largely missing from what is an otherwise -super- collection. I'll forgive it myself, largely on the strength of having seen the same show on a tennis court in Indian Wells in 1994 when I really -needed- a major distraction. They delivered then as they do on this terrific double album, combining at least some of symphonic hits that established them as The Real Deal (after establishing a "pop" rep in the mid-'60s) with the MTV-era hits in the '80s, all of which are Just Fine, Thank You.

As suggested vis Pink Floyd's "Delicate Sound of Thunder" on -that- Amazon page, if you're going to take a flyer at this band, -this- album is as good a place to start as any, at least to get a taste for the -music-. But -do- bear in mind that the -poetry- that made them cult icons in the Grand Days of Psychedelia is elsewhere, specifically on "TOCCC," "On the Threshhold of a Dream," "Every Good Boy Deserves Favor" and "A Question of Balance." If the names Rogers, Perls, Neitsche, Hesse, Poe, Casteneda, Bradshaw, Miller, Krishna Murti, Si Baba and Ram Dass ring any bells for you, those lyrics will paint some real pretty pictures.

The Best Christmas of 2005.......2005-12-29

I am a 19 year old hooked on the Moody Blues (ironic isn't it??). Back in my early years, my mother got me hooked on the Moody Blues because we both saw the "A Night at Red Rocks" concert (which I bought on DVD before asking for the Deluxe Edition) on PBS during a donation drive. From then on, I have been a fan of the Moody Blues. My mom originally owns the single disc version of this concert on CD with less tracks than the Deluxe Edition, and let me just say I borrowed it for a long period of time. So for Christmas 2005, I asked for the Deluxe Edition of the concert, and I couldn't be more happier. This CD has the entire concert that took place on that thursday evening in September back in 1992. It is digitally remastered and even has dialogue between the music. I am right now on the fourth time of listening to the CD on my DiscMan. For the record, also, my mother was happy because after I opened this gift I went upstairs to my room, brought down her gift, and said "Merry Christmas, Mother, here is your CD." Unfortunately, she is raging with jealousy since my CD has more tracks on it.

The Best Live Moody Blues Album.......2005-04-25

A NIGHT AT RED ROCKS WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA is an exceptional Moody Blues live album that shreds CAUGHT LIVE+5 for two reasons. First of all, the earlier live album had actually been cut in 1969, when the band was high on drugs and/or drunk. Secondly, G-d created Red Rocks Ampitheater with excellent acoustics, so you can hear each instrument on its own AND as part of the whole group. The songs are all acknowledged classics, and this setting shows how Justin Hayward's, John Lodge's, and Ray Thomas's voices have deepened and matured over the years. This album is an important addition to any Moody Blues collection.

To be my Moody Blues CD.......2004-02-16

When I was much younger, indulging in whatever I considered to be neat then, I thought of the Moody Blues as having a "message." Just a few years after that, I tired of my older brother and his friends talking of these messages, as if there was something deep and profound to be learned from the music. At the time, I still liked the classic/rock mix, known by an English acquaintance as "prog rock."

Then, while living overseas in a former British colony, I picked up a British rock encyclopedia. It's somewhat limited, leaves out many of the pop/rock bands that have gone by the wayside after their heyday was over. But under the Moody Blues in the book, the author(s) seemed to think that the MBs made it more in the US than in the UK, that people tired of their "cosmic messages." That struck a (lost?) chord with me.

Since then, I talked with a member of the National Symphony who once backed the MBs. He said the orchestra was merely a stage prop, that nothing they played could be heard (and that the MB's management particularly was arrogant and obnoxious.

Well, onto the music.

Yeah, some of it is okay in terms of melody. If I were into dancing--which I'm not--I wouldn't enjoy it. But, yeah, I can hum along. But I can only picture the orchestra, brilliant musicians, overshadowed by the pseudo-deep pop stars.

In short, if you like their music, this is the one I'd get for people who, when they're at your house, ask if you have any Moody Blues. I doubt, though, that I'll get any more. There's variety, tunes from a number of their albums without too much fluff. It even sounds like a show I may have liked to attend, though, I'm not much for rock concerts, let along "prog rock." But this'll do. Enjoy it for when the MBs have another reunion--bound to happen until they turn 70.

Beats Them All For Live Sound.......2004-01-23

It's not too difficult to choose which of the three `live' Moody Blues albums to buy. "Caught Live" is a recording mess actually from a 1968 performance and the latest, "Hall Of Fame" has too many rough points to really impress. This "full" concert from Red Rocks is unmatched by many live recordings, especially now that it has been remastered to near perfect quality. You can actually hear the difference between the original CD recording and this remastered version - it's that good.

The song selection is standard (or classic) Moody Blues, but the Colorado Symphony adds so much more ambiance. It is not a perfect orchestra, which makes it all the more appealing with a rock band. The booklet contains great information with photos and a thoughtful essay. The DVD makes a nice companion piece, but the sound through a set of headphones is mesmerizing. The only drawback might be the songs from, "Keys To The Kingdom", but that's not much to complain about.

Worship at Red Rocks
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a Spiritual Revival

JOYFUL

not into christian music

Good but slightly disappointing

Awesome Worship experience

Worship at Red Rocks
John Tesh
Manufacturer: Garden City Music
ProductGroup: Music
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ASIN: B0002IQNX8
Release Date: 2004-08-24

Tracks:

Open the Eyes of My Heart
Draw Me Close
Heart of Worship
Lord Have Mercy
Always Forever
Above All
Breathe
You Are Good
Voice of One (Studio Version)
Always Forever (Studio Version)

Customer Reviews:

a Spiritual Revival.......2007-01-18

Some of the songs on this album are very familiar.John Tesh is a spirited performer,who ranks high with today's contemparary artists. Such tunes,like Breathe,or I Can only Imagine,are pastoral and moving. They bring peace and harmony to the Soul. There are other upbeat melodies,like Trading My Sorrow or Open the Eyes of My Heart, that make you clap and jump for Joy. This collection makes your heart feel Wonderful!

JOYFUL .......2006-07-04

This wonderful DVD makes me realize how much I wish I had been at Red Rocks the night of John Tesh's concert. It is a celebration of God, joy and music. The music is beautiful and uplifting. The joy I see on the faces of the audience tells me this is an experience they will remember forever. We live in a world filled with pain and heartache yet there is also great joy. This DVD reflects that joy!

not into christian music.......2005-12-27

although I'm not into Christian music I loved this and play it often along with Live at Red Rock...

Good but slightly disappointing.......2005-08-02

I expected more upbeat selections from the DVD to be on this CD. This CD is very well produced and sound quality is excellent. The vocalists chosen for this project are outstanding. Its a good praise and worship CD, even for those that may not be John Tesh fans.

Awesome Worship experience.......2005-01-19

I just watched the Red Rocks DVD for the first time and all I can say is AWESOME! What an annointed worship experience! I recommend this to anyone who enjoys rockin' energetic praise music. I can't wait to share it with others! Wish I could give it 10 stars! Way to go, Tesh! Keep up the good work! God Bless!

Carved In Stone: Live At Red Rocks Volume 2

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Carved In Stone: Live At Red Rocks Volume 2
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John Tesh is so Punk
Brilliant!
Upbeat & No Distractions
boy this John Tesh album really ROCKS
on a scale on 1 - 5 it's a "10" !

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Release Date: 1995-10-10

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Day One
Garden City
Key Of Love
Barcelona
April Song
Shock
Fields Of Gold
A Thousand Summers
Against All Odds
Bastille Day
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Concetta
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Amazon.com

John Tesh's name is often associated with the notion of bad music. This is an unfortunate and unfair perception since Tesh actually exhibits commendable skills in a little-explored musical niche--the pop-rock instrumental. Those talents are nicely displayed on this audio rendering of his 1995 performance (in the company of the Colorado Symphony) at suburban Denver's Red Rocks Amphitheater. Influenced by old-line progressive acts such as Rush and Yes, Tesh specializes in creating instrumental tempests in pop-music teacups, framing his favorite themes--optimism, romance, and triumph--with anticipation-building preludes and melodic, high-octane crescendos. Among many flavorful selections, his best include the engaging dual melodies that adorn "Garden City" and the chest-swelling progression of "A Thousand Summers." The music works here better than it does on the video shown on PBS, since you don't have to watch all the mugging and choreographed prancing shared by Tesh and his eight backup musicians. The Collector's Edition of this release includes a six-song, 23-minute bonus CD that includes "Roundball Rock" (heard on NBC's NBA telecasts) and a few other of Tesh's broadcast themes. --Terry Wood

Customer Reviews:

John Tesh is so Punk .......2006-03-03

John Tesh is the hardest rockin' rocker! As he rocks he fits in the same Circle as GG.Allin, Septic Death, Amy Grant, Brotha Lynch, 3 inches of Blood, and many others.

Brilliant!.......2004-07-17

This music is excellent! I envy Tesh for being able to create such wonderful, original songs. This entire CD is fantastic; each tune really stands out; perfect for road trips. I love it. In particular, tracks 1, 2, 4, and 7 are amazing; my favorite is number 4! Great, great stuff to listen to!!

Upbeat & No Distractions.......2003-06-13

I was looking for a CD I could workout to (I hate listening to DJ's babble) without getting either distracted by the lyrics, or ending up with a tune in my head all day; this one is it! The concert delivers at least 50 minutes of quick paced, motivational music. This is one you can listen to over and over and not get tired of listening. Wish I could find more like it!!

boy this John Tesh album really ROCKS.......2002-08-23

i used to think that the "red rocks" in the title stood for the flesh-searing coals in the bowels of Hell. but thanks to my good friend and personal savior TROY NILSSON, i have learned to respect the Tesh. buy this album, savor Tesh's passion and artistry, then buy some albums from TROY NILSSON, who matches Tesh's intensity and unwavering devotion to his perfectly toned abdominal muscles. ALL YOUR BASE ARE BELONG TO TROY NILSSON
one of us
one of us

on a scale on 1 - 5 it's a "10" !.......2002-07-30

This is one of the best cd I have ever heard! I love it.

A Night at Red Rocks with the Colorado...

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"Sound & Visions" series - Great Invention!
What a great place to see a concert.

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Overture: Ride My See-Saw/New Horizons/Another Morning/Voices in the Sk - The Moody Blues
Late Lament
Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon)
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Isn't Life Strange
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Tracks:

Overture: Ride My See-Saw/Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon)/Nights - The Moody Blues
Late Lament
Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon)
For My Lady
New Horizons
Lean on Me (Tonight)
Lovely to See You
Gemini Dream
I Know You're out There Somewhere
Voice
Say It with Love
Story in Your Eyes
Your Wildest Dreams
Isn't Life Strange
Other Side of Life
I'm Just a Singer (In a Rock & Roll Band)
Nights in White Satin
Question
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Customer Reviews:

"Sound & Visions" series - Great Invention!.......2005-10-29

It's not too difficult to choose which of the three `live' Moody Blues albums (or series in this case) to buy. "Caught Live" is a recording mess actually from a 1968 performance and the latest, "Hall Of Fame" has too many rough points to really impress. This "full" concert from Red Rocks is unmatched by many live recordings, especially now that it has been remastered to near perfect quality. You can actually hear the difference between the original CD recording and this remastered version - it's that good.

The song selection is standard (or classic) Moody Blues, but the Colorado Symphony adds so much more ambiance. It is not a perfect orchestra, which makes it all the more appealing with a rock band. The booklet contains great information with plenty of photos and a thorough essay. Two of the discs contain 23 songs - the full concert and the DVD displays the show with 19 songs. This "SOund & Vision" series is a great idea for the true fan and the ultimate audiophile.

What a great place to see a concert........2005-08-22

I put off purchasing this album for some time. I have replaced all of my albums with CD's now. If you forgot Albums were made of Vinyl at one time and I have many of there albums and use a B&O table to listen to them once in a while. Now I have my CD's on my media center and listening is so easy the CD's are great. I purchased this Box Set to get the latest mastering of the CD's as well as the DVD I found the quality much better than I remember it. The Colorado Symphony is wonderful and sounds so good with them. I have heard that some feel that they over power some songs but I do not. The mix of music is acceptable but would have been nice if more were on it. If you purchase the two disks CD set this is only about $9.00 more and you get the DVD. One thing I did notice a few times during the performance is Ray Thomas has no emotion sometimes or a weird expression. Justin well what a voice and John is great also but not young anymore. My favorite track is with out a doubt, Isn't Life Strange and Tuesday Afternoon. Perhaps I am little bios on this group as its one of my favorites. If your new to the Moody Blues your going to get a treat when you listen to all of there great music. If you not like me you will have mixed feeling about this concert. Over all I think the purchase was well worth it. I like to listen to the Moody Blues Live I think some or most of there music is just meant for it. I only wish I had seen them Live long ago but did not. I would pay today top money to see them at Red Rocks, that I have been to and wow what a place......

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exceptional, a must have album
Magic of Red Rocks and the Orchestra is there - Production is Not
Very entertaining!
Get the VHS Video!!
LIVE SYMPHONIC ROCK - IT'S THE MODDY BLUES LIVE

A Night At Red Rocks With The Colorado Symphony Orchestra
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Overture: (Excerpts) Ride My See Saw/Tuesday....
Late Lament
Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon)
For My Lady
Lean On Me (Tonight)
Lovely To See You
I Know You're Out There Somewhere
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Customer Reviews:

exceptional, a must have album.......2006-11-12

A night at red rock should be the core album for any Moody blues or rock collection. THis album provides great acoustics from the natural enviroment of the red rock canyon,and along with the addition of the colorado symhony to this outdoor stage, this album is a step above any other. For a great musical experience close your eyes,put on your headphones and enjoy this masterpiece.

Magic of Red Rocks and the Orchestra is there - Production is Not.......2006-01-09

I haven't been a able to put my foot on it, but there is something special about the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado. While I've never visited there, every performance I've heard or seen recordings of just seems to be outstanding. Acts such as U2, Stevie Nicks, John Tesh, and Phish are all prime examples of artists that just seem to take it to the next level when playing at Red Rocks. I can't say it's the acoustics, but there must be something about the natural beauty that enables artists to take it up a notch. At the same time, I always think it is great when an artist uses a marching band or orchestra as part of the performance. Fleetwood Mac (while not performing at Red Rocks), utilized a marching band for their live album/video, "The Dance". John Tesh did happen to perform at Red Rocks with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. In both cases, the use of these "extra" musicians allowed the live performance to have a new dimension. Tesh's performance in particular is a great example of combining the emotion of Red Rocks with the power of an Orchestra. I was pleased when the Moody Blues released a live performance with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Red Rocks. Once again, the emotion of Red Rocks combines with the power of an Orchestra to create something special. In the case of "The Moody Blues - A Night at Red Rocks With the Colorado Symphony Orchestra", the quality of the performance is there. The weak points are that there are flaws in the production of this collection as well as opportunities where more use of the Orchestra would have been better. One important note, this deals with the "original" release and not the remastered one.

In particular, the Moody Blues were tailor-made for a performance with an Orchestra. Fusion has always been a key element in the Moody Blues' performances. Their music genre is a fusion of Classic and Progressive Rock even though they have their roots in R&B. At the same time they have incorporated orchestral elements into their performance. The instrument that has always stood out has been the use of the Flute by Ray Thomas

For the most part, I look at the Moody Blues as having three types of sound that are a part of this concert. The progressive sound is going to be the bulk of the performance. There is also a psychedelic element to much of these songs as well. These songs are where the Orchestra is going to play a stronger role in the concert. These songs include "Tuesday Afternoon", "For My Lady", "Lean on Me", "Isn't Life Strange", "The Other Side of Life", "Nights in White Satin", and "Question". It is worth noting the concert opener "Overture" is driven by the Colorado Symphony Orchestra" while "Late Lament" is a spoken track.

The second sound is what I call their mainstream sound - a sound most heard in the 1980s. There are three songs that are done that are familiar to most people. They are all done back to back during the performance - and I think that is a good thing. These songs don't get much help from the Orchestra but they don't need it. The songs are "I Know You're Out There Somewhere", "The Voice", and "Your Wildest Dreams". Many have said that "I Know You're Out There Somewhere" is sort of a sequel to "Your Wildest Dreams". On a side note, I would have liked to have seem "Somewhere" done after "Your Wildest Dreams". Another side note is it would have been nice to see what the Orchestra could do here.

The final one is the Classic Rock sound. I'll also put their R&B roots into this category since Blues has influenced many a Classic Rock artist. The concert selection gives us songs such "Lovely to See You", "I'm Just a Singer in a Rock and Roll Band", and "Ride My See Saw". In these songs, the Moody Blues don't need much help from the Orchestra - although in some cases, it would have also been great to see what the Orchestra would do. I happen to think "Ride My See Saw" is one of the greatest concert finales you will ever hear. This is a very good song, but it goes to legendary proportions when heard live. Often there isn't a person in the audience sitting for this song. It's clear that the setting of Red Rocks takes this song up a notch. It is worth noting that "I'm Just a Singer" gets some nice horn work from the orchestra.

The music is terrific. In fact, I normally like when a Live Album is taken from a Single Night's performance as opposed to being a "compilation" of live performances. This allows you to "capture" the magic of one night. The performance this album was taken from September 9, 1992 - and that's a good thing. Here is where the problem comes: The entire night's performance is not there. There were other songs that are on the remastered version and DVD version. In addition, there is no "crowd noise" continuity from track to track. Even on "live compilations", I've seen the album's production simulate that the concert is from one night. For this "special" performance, it would have been great to capture the sounds of the audience when going from track to track. Instead we something that does sound like a collection of 15 tracks.

The liner notes don't contain a lot of information, but the best are a short blurb from each of the band members on their thoughts about that particular night's performance. Overall I had very high expectations of this particular performance - and while there is a lot of quality music on this collection, the points about the continuity and lack of the use of the orchestra ultimately take things down from "5 Stars". I'd also try to get the more complete remastered version.

Very entertaining!.......2002-07-11

The Moody Blues have been a musical "institution" for 35+ years now and are still going strong in the 21st Century (a fall 2002 album is planned for release). One of the first bands to successfully mix symphonic orchestration with rock and roll, they definitely show off their stuff in 1993's "A Night At Red Rocks" (with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra).

Most of their well-known favorites are present included strong versions of "I Know You're Out There Somewhere", "The Other Side Of Life", "Question", and "Ride My See-Saw". The high notes are a little harder to hit and the harmony is not quite as impressive as in the old days, but Lodge, Hayward, Thomas and Edge still play with energy and fervor and act as if they are enjoying themselves.

The Colorado Symphony Orchestra holds up their end of this concert well, and while, they aren't the London Festival Orchestra (from the original "Days of Future Passed") they are certainly skilled musicians who help make this a memorable album.

And, while I agree with one of the other reviewers about the quality of the CD (it IS hard to pick up some of the bass and drum work), as live albums go, this is a keeper and should be part of your collection! A definite "must-have" for Moody Blues fans!

Get the VHS Video!!.......2002-06-24

I'm listening to the concert playing on the T.V. as I write this review for the VHS version.

If you cannot find the video here on Amazon.com, then go to your nearest mall, find the store that sells music videos, and buy this concert. Great music, great audience and you also get Gemini Dream, New Horizon, Say it with Love, and The Story in Your Eyes, on the tape. Four extra songs on the video.

Get both, one for the car audio and one for the T.V.!

LIVE SYMPHONIC ROCK - IT'S THE MODDY BLUES LIVE.......2001-10-13

I love the Moody Blues. Rock with an orchestra. Really unique, intricate, beautiful, creative music. Interestingly, the music stands the test of time. "Nights In White Satin", is as relevant and modern today as it was when I was in college in 1967. A great classical piece, which should be viewed in that context. The concert contains all their popular songs as well as three from the "Keys Of The Kingdom" disk, and an overture. The music is 15 stars and I am listening to it over and over. Justin Hayward and John Lodge are great writers. The lyrics are poetic and lovely and it's just great music. Period. It's just great music. There is very little crowd noise on the disk, which is also a plus. The orchestra is womderful, and the interaction between the band and the orchestra is appropriate and tasteful. The songs where the orchestra is omitted are great and the band stands alone. There is only one thing wrong with this disc. The sonics are not good. The rhythm section really suffers. Graeme Edge and John Lodge just don't show up here. The drums sounds like it was miked from a distance and the bass doesn't appear. It really makes the listening experience uncomfortable. It makes the disk sound cheesy and cheap at spots. Too bad. However, I would still buy the disk. The band and the orchestra are just great. I KNOW YOU'RE OUT THERE SOMEWHERE. You know who.

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Great performance, poor recording
Not like the live stuff from her Web site
Maybe You Had To Be There?
the label must have made her...

Live at Red Rocks
Rickie Lee Jones
Manufacturer: Artemis Records
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005RIKB
Release Date: 2001-12-04

Tracks:

Rodeo Girl
Satellites
We Belong Together
Coolsville
Weasel and the White Boys Cool
Chuck E.'s in Love
Just My Baby
Flying Cowboys
Youngblood
Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
Love Is Gonna Bring Us Back Alive
Gloria

Amazon.com

Time was when Rickie Lee Jones and Tom Waits were fellow travelers with a shared neo-boho, singer-songwriter style, the self-conscious musical equivalent of characters from an Edward Hopper tableau. But unlike Waits, who got in touch with his inner Beefheart and embraced a more avant-garde approach, Jones has largely stayed the cocktail crooner course, refining her melodic sensibility and continuing to inject generous doses of folk, jazz, R&B, and world music influences into her itinerant hipster shtick. (Strains of reggae, zydeco, and Dixieland, along with a vocal assist from Lyle Lovett, find their way into this album's version of "Love Is Gonna Bring Us Back Alive.") Compared to Naked Songs, her 1994 plunge into the realm of the unplugged, this live outing is more representative of the full range of Jones's strengths, with gloriously polished yet vital renditions of favorites such as "Rodeo Girl," "Satellites," "Coolsville," and the obligatory "Chuck E.'s in Love." Along the way, Jones serves up memorable covers of "Gloria" and "Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying," dispenses onstage parental advice, and, inspired by exceptional vocal and instrumental arrangements throughout, generally sings up a storm. Like Joni Mitchell before her and Sophie B. Hawkins after, Jones may no longer be the commercial flavor of the month, but this live recording serves as an engaging testament to her steadfast artistry. --Bill Forman

Album Description

Rickie Lee Jones' new live album 'Live At Red Rocks' features everything from 'Chuck E's In Love' to Van Morrison's 'Gloria' to a duet with Lyle Lovett on 'Love Is Gonna Bring Us Back Alive'. Artemis Records.

Customer Reviews:

Appealing Addition.......2007-03-11

I found this Rickie Lee in the budget bin of a local retailer clearing slow-moving titles. "Live @ Red Rocks" never got to the top of my priority list with so many musical choices; however, I'm VERY pleased to have this live disc. Rickie Lee's sound pops at this Colorado venue. "Satellites" jumps alive with her band's backing vocals and Tony Morales' drums stomping out the rhythm. "Coolsville" has Rickie's vocals that sounds offhand & casual but gains intensity as she punches the lyric with Michael Stewart's trumpet squealing with appeal, "You stick it here, you stick it over there, but it never fits." "Chuck E's in Love," "Flying Cowboys" & "Rodeo Girl" cast strong sparks in the live versions. "Youngblood" rocks out with lots of fun. Rickie recasts Gerry & the Pacemakers' 1960's hit with her wistful voice and swaying rhythm fitting the classic melody like a glove. The set ends with Van Morrison's "Gloria" where Rickie Lee rocks joyfully. There is a lot of crowd noise on the recording, which shows how much the crowd was with her. Overall, this is an appealing addition to those for whom Rickie Lee Jones is a special artist. Enjoy!

Great performance, poor recording.......2003-03-28

This must have been a great show. The band is tight. It's wonderful to hear Rickie in a live ensemble setting. Her voice is strong and lovely. This would be a favorite CD of mine if not for the quality of the recording itself.

I enjoy "raw" live recordings like those from bands like moe. But this CD could have used a scrubbing in post-production. It sounds like a bootleg. And that would be okay, too, but for the too frequent dropouts in the left or right channel (really noticeable with headphones), and the subtle but all too present hum of the amplifiers in the background.

My advice is to check out this recording for yourself before buying it. You may love it. But it left me feeling a bit annoyed and disappointed.

Not like the live stuff from her Web site.......2001-12-19

If you like Rickie Lee, make sure you visit her web site where
she sells MP3 live recordings, direct to you. There you will
find the opposite of this one: quieter, looser, quirkier. The
offerings there (www.rickieleejones.com) are also often complete
shows. This one *is* as the other reviews suggest: (high-)
powered, poppy, punchy. The thing is, I don't know Rickie Lee
and neither do you (and neither do these other reviewers). So
who can comment on her wishes, and who knows but what she wants
all of these sides of her performance persona exposed. In this
performance, she took pains to put together a *very* slick band,
complete with muted trumpet ornaments, multi-part harmonies,
etc. And it rocks. And if you feel like complaining about the
slick production, save your breath and your time, go to her
website, and download the quiet sensitive stuff until your
fingers go numb. That stuff is great, too!

Maybe You Had To Be There?.......2001-12-12

I saw this show. It was a beautiful night and a great concert.
Lyle Lovett opened for RLJ; and was really good too. I highly recommend this cd to RLJ fans. If you like Rickie Lee; and live cds you will appreciate this; the energy comes through!

the label must have made her..........2001-12-12

This is rock star Rickie. Loud crowd noise. Overproduced pop hits.

If you want the radio version of Rickie Lee Jones, by all means, be my guest. But if you've bought her last five CDs and prefer the introspective, thoughtful, clever and occasionally disturbing Rickie Lee, then you really need her acoustic live CD.

Tracks:

Overture (Excerpts): Ride My See-Saw; Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon); Nights In White Satin
Late Lament
Tuesday Afternoon (Forever Afternoon)
For My Lady
Lean On Me (Tonight)
Lovely To See You
I Know YOu;re Out There Somewhere
The Voice
Your Wildest Dreams
Isn't Life Strange
The Other Side Of Life
I;m Just A Singer (In A Rock And Roll Band)
Nights In White Satin
Question
Ride My See-Saw

Customer Reviews:

Despite a few mistakes, an unforgetable concert!!.......2005-12-26

This concert album by the long-time "Veteran Cosmic Rockers" launched a wonderful tradition of the Moodies hopping from one city to another, and doing a live show with an orchestra from the city of origin for the concert. The very first attempt at this was at the venue on the southwest side of Denver, namely the Red Rocks Natural Ampitheatre with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. I have read that prior to blending the band and the orchestra on stage for this September 1992 performance, there was ONLY ONE rehearsal with the band and orchestra together. Nevertheless, the concert was a huge success, and a huge draw and fundraiser for PBS as well.
It is obvious and understandable that the Moodies had a few early jitters and butterflies, considering that lead singer Justin Hayward resumed singing "Tuesday Afternoon" at the end of the song when he shouldn't have, and Ray Thomas immediately followed with a humorous blunder of his own by singing the 3rd verse of "For My Lady" twice. But after the boys settled down, they really let'er rip, with John Lodge directing the orchestra by using his bass guitar as a baton at the close of "I'm Just A Singer", to Justin Hayward's incredible rendition of "Nights In White Satin" with the full orchestra wonderfully complimenting this timeless classic. The rest of the show was just as impressive and energetic.

Despite the two mistakes mentioned, if you love Moody Blues music, there is no reason will not love this wonderful concert version of their incredible music.