Sound Stage Presents Lyle Lovett: Live In Concert... (2004)

Outstanding concert

This Soundstage concert was great when it was performed. It was like listening to many of Lyle's greatest hits with just an outstanding band and group of singers. Another great performance. February 13, 2008

For the fan and the newbie

First off, I don't know where reviewers get off saying Lyle's ugly. He might be a bit homely, but he gives us average guys hope. Besides, the man's voice is amazing and he has a stellar band to go along with him. The one thing that this dvd was missing was some of the weird stuff he typically says at a concert. Lyle's got quite an acerbic sense of humor and listening to him talk is an experience unto itself.

The music's great here. I had no issues with quality of sound through my television. It's a fun concert with more jazzy music, but it still captures the essence of Lyle. July 13, 2007

Buy it, you'll like it

I guess I'm becoming impatient for the new Lyle Lovett Live DVD. I bought this one to hold me over until then. I hadn't researched this one much so I didn't know what to expect when I purchased it. On first listen, I am impressed. I didn't know most of the songs since I only have Joshua Judges Ruth and His Large Band on CD. The song material is different than those two cd's so this is a bit of a change. In my opinion, it's not as bluesy or folky, but maybe more jazzy... i don't know, how do you categorize this guy? The sound quality is good, the video quality is good. If you like Lyle Lovetts music, you really can't miss. March 24, 2007

All you need is the CD

The music is enjoyable, but Lyle has no stage presence whatsoever and honestly, his facial expressions and looks are very distracting from the music. Not to sound mean, but he has the perfect face for radio. September 19, 2005

FANTASTIC!!!

Not one, but TWO of my favorite artists (Lyle Lovett & Randy Newman), together in one concert! Add to that Lyle's "Large Band", his long time singing partner Francine Reed, trumpet player Mark Isham, and a complete orchestra, and you've got a stage filled with amazing talent!

The program starts off with Lyle singing hits from various movies. About mid-concert Randy Newman performs 3 of his compositions. Lyle then comes back to finish up with several non-movie related songs from his past releases. All-in-all, a wonderful mix of songs, all packed nicely into an 81 minute concert.
Video was captured using High Definition equipment and looks sharp.
Audio (the 5.1 track) sounds rich and clean.
If you're a Lovett or Newman fan you're going to enjoy this one.

Here's a complete track list for those of you that are interested:
Blue Skies (Lovett)
Straighten Up And Fly Right (Lovett)
Smile (Lovett)
Gee Baby, Ain't I Good To You (Lovett)
Summer Wind (Lovett)
Moritat (Mack The Knife) (Lovett w/Isham)
Walking Tall (Lovett)
You've Got A Friend In Me (Lovett & Newman)
Political Science (Newman)
I Think It's Going To Rain Today (Newman)
If I Had A Boat (Lovett)
That's Right (You're Not From Texas) (Lovett)
Long Tall Texan (Lovett & Newman)
What Do You Do? (Lovett & Reed)
Church (Lovett)
What'd I Say (Lovett)
I'm A Soldier In The Army Of The Lord (Lovett)
I'm Going To Wait (Lovett w/Isham) December 22, 2004

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