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Free Music Review: Oh, What a beautiful BUUUUUZZZZZZZZ!!!
Hit: 5 Stars
The Rolling Stones have released many live recordings throughout the years and none of them have ever been 'bad' but the problem has been that, other than YA YA'S, they haven't been 'great'. They range from being merely 'good' to 'very good' and never quite live up to the reality of actually being there. The large stadium atmosphere just never translated to CD very well. Before you say "OH NO, NOT ANOTHER LIVE ALBUM FROM THE STONES", it is important to note that 'Shine a Light' really seems to benefit from playing the smaller and much more intimate venue at the Beacon in NYC. The performances are tighter as the band was able to concentrate more on the construction of the songs as opposed to playing the crowd in those (too) large venues. It almost feels as if the band went back and listened to what originally made these songs so good to begin with and took it from there. This is definitely their best live recording, next to YA YA'S!!
The disc has a good combination of the old warhorses (Jumping Jack Flash, Start Me Up, Satisfaction..etc) and some not-so-often-performed songs (As Tears Go By, She Was Hot, Connection) and all of them catch the band playing at a latter day peak. The Stones still enjoy what they do and it is evident in this performance. The guest performances include Jack White on "Loving Cup" and he does a great job. However, the Buddy Guy appearance on "Champagne and Reefer" is pure blues heaven and Christina Aguilera actually rocks out on "Live With Me".
The one disappointment I did have was Keith's solo on "Sympathy" just wasn't up to snuff. I never considered him to be a great soloist anyway (his gift is rhythm) but he sounded as if he didn't know where he wanted to go with it. Other than that his playing is nothing but inspired. He lights up "JJF" with some vintage riffing, trades off solos beautifully with Wood on "She Was Hot", and does a stellar job on "Satisfaction." Other than those songs, the Stones burn through a heavy version of "Some Girls", smoke up "Shattered", tear through a stellar version of "All Down the Line" and break out a loose and limber "Tumbling Dice." Also, check out the amazing version of "You Got the Silver". The set also contains 4 bonus tracks, "Paint it Black", "Little T&A", "I'm Free", and "Shine a Light".
Charlie is exceptional as usual and no, Jagger isn't going to be nailing every note like when he was 25 but he and the entire band sounds as confident as ever. The old fire has been replaced by a certain maturity as these guys continue to bring rock and roll to places it has never seen. Like Keith Richards said in an interview, "It's not our job to compete on top 40 radio. We've been there and done that and taught them how to do it. Our job is to see where we can take this thing so if those other bands behind us are lucky enough to get this far, they will know where to go." Yes, the Stones get ragged on too often about their age but let's remember, they won't always be here so, for me, I'm glad they are still around. Of course there will come a day when they will no longer be able to put on a show but, judging from this performance, that day is not here yet.
If you're a fan of the Stones or rock and roll catch the movie. It gives you a closer look at what really goes on onstage (cues to the other musicians, in particular) while you're sitting out there in the nosebleeds.
Free Music Review: The Stones Live
Hit: 5 Stars
The Rolling Stones seem to have recorded a score of live albums over time, some of which are terrific to listen to (think "Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out" or the intriguing "Four Flicks") and others of which are merely adequate. This, the sound track from Martin Scorsese's concert film, "Shine a Light," is in the former category. It is hard to believe that the Stones are in their 60s. This CD shows them with great energy, although time's effects are apparent as, for instance, in hearing how limited Mick Jagger's vocal range has become. Nonetheless, this is a great amount of fun to listen to! 22 cuts (some not in the documentary, but added later on).
It begins with one of the great rock and roll riffs of all time, in "Jumping Jack Flash." And then it hits you--this song was a hit 40 years ago. How can guys as old as the Stones are still make this work? A great start to the CD. "Shattered" follows quickly. Again, the thought. This is a 30 year old song--and still performed with gusto and spirit.
On the first CD is a little treasure. Buddy Guy, legendary bluesman, joins the band in a Muddy Waters' song, "Champagne and Reefer." The first couple lines give one a sense of the song:
"Bring me champagne when I'm thirsty,
Bring me reefer when I want to get high."
Guy adds his great blues voice and some smoking guitar work. Jagger and Guy alternate singing the lines, and Guy's blues singing is a wonder to listen to. When all the guitars are playing, one almost gets a sense of a wall of sound from those guitars--with Charlie Watts' steady drumming providing a rock solid rhythm foundation.
The second CD provides some more rich music. This side begins with the creepy "Sympathy for the Devil," again well played and sung. A couple songs later, "Start Me Up." Another wall of guitar sound from Ronnie Wood and Keith Richards, underlain by the rhythm section, Watts and Darryl Jones. Watts' drumming is primal and creates a powerful base for vocals and guitars. The chunky guitar work of Wood and Richards is compelling. Then, "Brown Sugar." This was a hit well over 30 years ago, but it still has life as played by the band and its "friends," such as Bobby Keys. The audience sing along toward the end provides a sense of spontaneity. A classic Rolling Stones' moment. Then, the third in the trio of songs in this section of the concert--"Satisfaction." As soon as one hears the fuzz tone, the toes start tapping. Jagger's voice is not as agile as it used to be, but he nonetheless puts some life into this over 40 year old song.
Some rarities show up in this concert, songs not often played by the Stones on their tours over the past couple decades, such as "Shine a Light," "You Got the Silver," and "Loving Cup." And one song worth mentioning, since it is another golden oldie--"I'm Free." This goes back to the early days of the Rolling Stones (originally released in 1965). A terrific blues rock song.
"I'm free to sing my song,
Even though it's out of time."
Anyhow, one of their finest live recordings. Age has had some impact. Jagger's voice isn't as agile as it used to be. But, nonetheless, this works and works well as a concert CD.
Free Music Review: The Best Rolling Stones Live Album Ever.
Hit: 5 Stars
Yes, you are reading this right.
While most Rolling Stones may consider it blasphemous to name anything other than 1969's classic "Get Yer Ya-Ya's Out" as the band's definitive concert recording, this hardcore fan of TGR&RBITW honestly believes that they have outdone themselves nearly 40 years later with the soundtrack to their magnificent Martin Scorsese directed rockumentary, "Shine A Light."
This 2 disc set captures the band at the height of their powers and proves that after 40 years, they still are better than any other band currently going. Mick, Keith Ronnie & Charlie (as well as their ace team of supporting musicians) sound tight, energized and youthful (not bad considering they're all over 60), and the setlist reflects their unbeatable musical legacy.
The old warhorses ("Jumpin' Jack Flash," "Tumbling Dice," "Sympathy For The Devil," "Start Me Up," "Brown Sugar," "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction,") are all present, and while they've been done before, the versions done here make them sound new again, as The Rolling Stones put an extra amount of raw, unbridled passion that has defined their music for 46 years into these performances. In fact, the version of "Satisfaction" is the best version of the song I've ever heard.
But the real highlight is the rare performances that for the most part make up the majority of the set. "Shattered," "She Was Hot," and "All Down The Line" sound fresh and furious while "Just My Imagination" and "Faraway Eyes" are soulful and invigorating. Keith's "You Got The Silver" from "Let It Bleed" makes it debut in a Stones show and is marvelous. Keith also tackles "Little T & A" and "Connection," both of which sizzle. Of the bonus numbers, which are all great and should've been in the finished film, the highlight is a magnifcent, emotional "Paint It Black," which sounds even better than it did in 1966.
The guest spots on the album are indeed welcome and they all blend in well with the band. Jack White make a great younger counterpart to Mick on "Loving Cup," while Christina Aguilera brings down the house on "Live With Me." The best of the three, however, is Buddy Guy, who performs on the blazing "Champagne And Reefer."
This is a wonderful companion to the film, which is excellent. And while there's some songs that should've been included ("Honkey Tonk Women," "Get Off My Cloud," Street Fighting Man," "Midnight Rambler" and the Scorsese fave "Gimme Shelter"), it's hard to find much fault with this collection.
Free Music Review: I thought "wow just another live album"... I was wrong.
Hit: 5 Stars
This is just not another live Stones album. In the last twenty years we've have several of these come out, including Flashpoint, No Security, Live Licks and so forth. But those had their flaws and were weak in several areas.
The Stones and Martin Scorsese partnered up to produce one of the finest live albums released by the Stones since "Get Yer Ya Ya's Out"... I even think this one is better than Love You Live. There are several reasons for this...
Throughout this album you can really hear Keith and Ronnie, and hear a vibrant lively band. Mick too was great on the vocals even after all these years. Of course we have our standard classic set of tracks like Jumping Jack Flash, As Tears Go By, Tumbling Dice and so on...
But we get others in this album (two disc version I'm reviewing), such as She Was Hot. A dusted off 1983 track from the Undercover album I've heard performed live in Dodger Stadium myself. Keef (Keith Richards) really enjoyed playing that track apparently and was lively in that. No more quiet Keef... loud Keefer is what we want. Ronnie also was more lively in this. Heck both were more lively in this album than any other live album I've heard since "Get Yer Ya Yas"... Some Girls was another one of my favorites from my favorite album, Some Girls. Other tracks of interest are "You Got the Silver", "Just My Imagination", "Shine A Light", and "I'm Free" (CLASSIC!)...
And lets not forget "Champagne and Reefer" with Buddy "Mother****er" Guy (quoting Mick)... bluesy brilliance. You'll find a bit of everything in this album.
This isn't just another simple live album. There is an obvious quality increase here compared to the last live albums. Even the Flashpoint album lacks something in this one. Lively, swaggering, dirty. All reasons why I love the Stones.
Top live cut. If you don't like the thought of the Stones releasing another live album, put the bias away and listen to this one. And don't post reviews without listening to it first.
Free Music Review: shining lights on R'N'R
Hit: 5 Stars
Comparing to some Stones' live records released in the 90's ("Flashpoint", "Stripped", "No Security") and even to "Live Licks" (2004), this double CD set seems to be placed on an upper level: quality of recording, energy, feeling with the audience and - basicly - insipiration really make you enjoy the atmosphere of a great rock and roll gig. The Rolling Stones still like to play live on a stage and people feel it!
Apart from soulful Mick Jagger's voice, pay attention to the "game" played by the rhythm guitars (live and loud...), perfectly linked by Chuck Leavell's piano: a R'N'R guide.
Talking about some tracks in detail, CD1 offers a tight Jumping Jack Flash, a square All Down The Line, a fluent Tumbling Dice (a warhorse of Stones' live shows), a romantic Loving Cup, two sweet ballads like My Imagination and Faraway Eyes (with great southern country style vocals) and the duet with Buddy Guy on Champagne & Reefer (pure electric rhythm and blues school). Add some classics from CD2 (Sympathy for the devil, Start Me Up, Brown Sugar and more), and a nice duet with Cristina Aguilera on Live With Me and the cocktail is served.
Some little weak points: apart from his great bluesy voice and his unmistakable guitar riffs, Keith's guitar solos are (rare but) terrible (listen to Sympathy...): why don't they let all solo parts to Ronnie?
More: some people criticize this record because it is a classic Stones' "parade", with the same old songs.
As for me, this is not completely true, because it includes some new entries, like She was hot, You Got the Silver, Connection and more. Anyway, let's wait for the next studio album: "A Bigger Bang" was a nice surprise!
To conclude: maybe this record is not the newest suggestion in R'N'R landscape, but it is certainly a genuine and powerful evidence, with all the best R'N'R' flavours.
Riccardo Frau
Italy