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DVD : Steely Dan - Two Against Nature - DTS 5.1
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Rating: 
- Laid back perfection
Walter Becker and Donald Fagan have a certain charm that pervades not only their music but the dialogue that is strewn throughout this DVD performance. Here are two slightly nerdy, intellectual guys who because of their ability to write and play cool hit songs, have had the trappings of pop stardom bestowed upon them for most of their lives - e.g. surrounded by pretty backing singers who they covet from the younger and better looking members of the band. They treat the whole thing as a bit of a spoof and are more intent on doing a Seinfeld-like routine with other members of the band than talking about the songs. However when they do get around to playing, no-one comes close to them when they deliver wonderfully crafted songs - lyrics and music with such precision. The combination of an unmistakable voice, (Fagan) with syncopated Rhodes piano (Fagan again) and beautifully understated modal guitar lines (Becker) are the backbone of what has become one of the most recognisable sounds in pop music. After decades of hit songs, this DVD summarises where Fagan and Becker have been and where they are now. I saw their live show in Australia in 2007 and this DVD serves as a reminder of that show which was perfect. But what else would you expect from these guys?
Rating:
- LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!
A great concert from a fantastic bunch of musicians, and edited in just the goofy quirky way Don and Walt make me feel with their music. Very well done! And the little conversation in the limo at the end of the credits is just one example of why you have to see this! Priceless! My kids always make me slo-mo the part at the end of Pretzel Logic, where Don is nodding violently and his glasses fly off! Don't pass it up!
Rating: - A fine recording
I agree with what some of the previous reviewers have said. The interviews are rather pointless, and I would rather have had a few extra songs instead of these. As far as the picture is concerned, yes it is a bit dark but I found some of the camera angles to be quite interesting. There were some very good close-ups of the musicians, which is great if you are a musician yourself.
As you would expect from Steely Dan the music is just perfect. The muscianship is of the highest quality and the selection of songs is fairly representative of their career at that point. The sound quality is high (Dolby Digital 5.1 / DTS) and I can't see how anybody who likes Steely Dan can fail to enjoy this.
Rating: - It's Steely Dan. Enough said.
The quality of the music is outstanding. The concert performance and footage itself is nothing special but it is always nice to see them perform. There are bits of band interviews between songs that are slightly amusing at best. There is nothing that gives you any insight to the music or quality 'behind-the-scenes' look. If you like Steely Dan you'll enjoy the DVD. If you are new to them you may want to start elsewhere I think.
Rating: - Great For Dan Fans
If you are a Dan Fan, this is a must have, especially since it won the Big Music Award the year it came out. Walter and Donald are just great..no other words can describe their talents.
- Laid back perfectionWalter Becker and Donald Fagan have a certain charm that pervades not only their music but the dialogue that is strewn throughout this DVD performance. Here are two slightly nerdy, intellectual guys who because of their ability to write and play cool hit songs, have had the trappings of pop stardom bestowed upon them for most of their lives - e.g. surrounded by pretty backing singers who they covet from the younger and better looking members of the band. They treat the whole thing as a bit of a spoof and are more intent on doing a Seinfeld-like routine with other members of the band than talking about the songs. However when they do get around to playing, no-one comes close to them when they deliver wonderfully crafted songs - lyrics and music with such precision. The combination of an unmistakable voice, (Fagan) with syncopated Rhodes piano (Fagan again) and beautifully understated modal guitar lines (Becker) are the backbone of what has become one of the most recognisable sounds in pop music. After decades of hit songs, this DVD summarises where Fagan and Becker have been and where they are now. I saw their live show in Australia in 2007 and this DVD serves as a reminder of that show which was perfect. But what else would you expect from these guys?
Rating:
- LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT!A great concert from a fantastic bunch of musicians, and edited in just the goofy quirky way Don and Walt make me feel with their music. Very well done! And the little conversation in the limo at the end of the credits is just one example of why you have to see this! Priceless! My kids always make me slo-mo the part at the end of Pretzel Logic, where Don is nodding violently and his glasses fly off! Don't pass it up!
Rating:
- A fine recordingI agree with what some of the previous reviewers have said. The interviews are rather pointless, and I would rather have had a few extra songs instead of these. As far as the picture is concerned, yes it is a bit dark but I found some of the camera angles to be quite interesting. There were some very good close-ups of the musicians, which is great if you are a musician yourself.
As you would expect from Steely Dan the music is just perfect. The muscianship is of the highest quality and the selection of songs is fairly representative of their career at that point. The sound quality is high (Dolby Digital 5.1 / DTS) and I can't see how anybody who likes Steely Dan can fail to enjoy this.
Rating:
- It's Steely Dan. Enough said.The quality of the music is outstanding. The concert performance and footage itself is nothing special but it is always nice to see them perform. There are bits of band interviews between songs that are slightly amusing at best. There is nothing that gives you any insight to the music or quality 'behind-the-scenes' look. If you like Steely Dan you'll enjoy the DVD. If you are new to them you may want to start elsewhere I think.
Rating:
- Great For Dan FansIf you are a Dan Fan, this is a must have, especially since it won the Big Music Award the year it came out. Walter and Donald are just great..no other words can describe their talents.