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Musicares: A Tribute to Brian Wilson
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Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Binding: DVD
EAN: 0801213015399
Format: Color, Compilation, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, DVD-Video, Enhanced, NTSC
Label: Eagle Rock Ent
Languages: English (Original Language),
Manufacturer: Eagle Rock Ent
MPN: DEV301539D
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Eagle Rock Ent
Region Code: 1
Release Date: February 06, 2007
Running Time: 77 minutes
Studio: Eagle Rock Ent
Theatrical Release Date: August 22, 2006
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Editorial Review:
The renaissance of Brian Wilson continues with MusiCares: A Tribute to Brian Wilson, a 2005 concert featuring timeless tunes by the Beach Boys maestro and his various lyricists, rendered here by a variety of artists, including Wilson himself. The singer-song matches here are uniformly outstanding, as the performances tend to bring out influences that were more latent in the Beach Boys' original versions. The Backstreet Boys (who knew?) highlight the doo-wop and Four Freshmen flavors of "When I Grow Up (to Be a Man)," easily negotiating the song's complex harmonies; Shelby Lynne shows that "Surfer Girl" could have been a country song; Earth, Wind, and Fire slightly speed up "Don' Talk (Put Your Head on My Shoulder)," an immaculate ballad from Pet Sounds, while former Crystals singer Darlene Love brings out the Phil Spector inspiration in "Wouldn't It Be Nice" and the Red Hot Chili Peppers highlight the straight rock 'n' roll of "I Get Around," with Anthony Kiedis, Flea, and John Frusciante doing a creditable job on vocal parts that were originally sung by a quintet. The others are good too, including Barenaked Ladies (who do an original song, entitled--natch--"Brian Wilson," as well as the sublime "Till I Die"), John Legend ("I Just Wasn't Made for These Times"), and especially guitarist Jeff Beck, who turns in a breathtaking instrumental version of "Surf's Up," one of Wilson's most challenging compositions. Accompanied by his first-rate band (who also back most of the other artists), Brian himself closes out the show with four tunes, and while his weird, wooden stage presence can be distracting, it's enough that the guy is still around to perform these classics. Add to that the fact that the event raised money for worthy charitable causes, and you end up with some seriously good vibrations. (Also well worth checking out is An All-Star Tribute to Brian Wilson). --Sam Graham
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - John Legend Nails It.
This tribute wasn't as strong as the 2001 tribute held at Radio City Music Hall. Having said this, it's worth purchasing just for John Legend's mesmerizing performance of the Pet Sounds track I JUST WASN'T MADE FOR THESE TIMES. Even though Brian Wilson's band backs up Legend on this version, and the original arrangement is left more or less intact, this most excellent band does bend the arrangement ever so slightly, giving it a bit of a groove so as to cradle Legend's soulful voice and delivery. ... Read More
Rating:  - Could have been better !
If you compare this item with the James Taylor Tribute, there is a huge difference in quality and presentation. Some artist did a fantastic job while others were very poor. I loved and cherish JT's DVD but this one.. I could have let it pass !
Rating: - Brian Wilson still rocks!
I originall purchased this dvd for Jeff Beck`s performance, and was pleasantly suprized by the entire show. Everyone does a good job bringing their unique styles to Brian`s music. Great versatility!
Cheers!
Rating: - Great stuff for little money
I'm probably the only one who doesn't understand why everybody is so ecstatic about the Jeff Beck-performance; to me it's just "muzak" ("elevator music"); I only felt one thing while watching it: the forward-button under my thumb ;-)
Other than that it's a really cool DVD! I really liked the performances of John Legend and The Backstreet Boys. Michael McDonald and Billy Preston are pretty cool too, although it's a shame that McDonald screws up the lyrics (big time!)
As far ... Read More
Rating:  - A Must for Any Brian Wilson Fan
Participants backed by BW band are outstanding, Michael McDonald and Billy Preston (Don't Worry Baby), Jaime Cullum with Fred Martin and the Levite Camp (Sail on Sailor), John Legend (I just wasn't made for this time), Backstreet Boys (When I grow up to be a Man), Jeff Beck (Surf's Up and Surfing USA), Darlene Love (Wouldn't it Be Nice), Richie Sambora (City Blues). Brian and the band really rocked (Our Prayer & Heroes and Villains, Good Vibrations, Fun Fun Fun and Love and Mercy)plus the band played ... Read More
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