Jethro Tull: Live at Montreux (2007)

Tull at Montreaux -- Almost Perfect

I already owned this item but couldn't resist upgrading to Blu-ray just to see the improvements and, yes, they're worth shelling out the extra dollars. Now, the reason this product is "almost perfect" as opposed to just plain "perfect" is the sound. It's not the fault of the band, but the fault of whomever was mixing the audio. There are some very treble heavy moments in "Pavanne," "Empty Cafe," "Hunting Girl," and "Fat Man." It makes the high guitar and flute notes screech and me very annoyed, and the annoyance only comes from the fact that Jethro Tull's performance is so good. It's a shame that this DVD is marred by a technical flaw. This band is so professional, but still makes the performance appear as if it's the very first night of the tour. Ian Anderson's guitar and flute playing is exquisite (and his song introductions continue to be very funny), Martin Barre's guitar playing is stunning, Andy Giddings' keyboard sounds still boggle my mind (where does he get them?), Jonathan Noyce's bass playing is rock solid, and Doane Perry's drumming is lyrical and rocking, giving every song exactly what it rhythmically calls for (even his bongo playing on "Fat Man" is exciting). Yes, I am a hard core Tull fan, so my review is perhaps a tad short on objectivity, but having seen them quite a few times, I think I can tell a great Tull performance from a merely good one, and this performance definitely ranks with the former. The Blu-ray does improve on the flaw I referred to earlier, so if you plan to purchase "Live at Montreaux" and you have the necessary equipment, definitely go with the Blu-ray. Enjoy! November 3, 2008

Awesome

I fell in love with J. Tull in my late teens. Although Anderson's voice is not as full-bodied now, he does not disappoint one in concert. He is a consummate showman. Excellent choice of songs and this new band (drummer, bass guitar and keyboard) are quite good at even the old songs. Don's miss "Don't Want to be a Fat Man" on this DVD. Great fun! One of my old favorites. October 9, 2008

JETHRO TULL IN BLUE-RAY -------INCREDIBLE

FINALLY A BAND OF TRUE GENIUS AND CRAFTMENSHIP COMES LIVE INTO YOUR HOME WITH THE VIDEO CLARITY AND THE DTS MASTER SOUND TO LET US KNOW WHAT BLUE-RAY IS TRULY ALL ABOUT.
I HAVE SEEN JETHRO TULL LIVE SINCE 1974 UNTIL RECENTLY 8/10/08.
LET ME TELL YOU THE QUALITY OF THE BLUE-RAY VIDEO AND THE SOUND OF THIS DISC HAVE FINALLY GIVIN ME THE LOOK,FEEL AND ULTIMATE TULL EXPERIENCE.
I WAS FLOORED BY THE PICTURE AND I HEARD EVERY INSTRUMENT CLEARLY AS IF I WERE IN 3RD ROW CENTER.
THIS BAND HAS NEVER GOT THE PRAISE THEY HAVE DESERVED FOR SO MANY YEARS.
THE GENIUS BEHIND ANDERSON AND HIS CREW CAN BE SEEN IN ALL ITS GLORY WITH THIS DISC.
IN MY OPNION THIS IS THE BEST CONCERT DISC THAT HAS BEEN RELEASED ON BLUE-RAY SO FAR.
THE FACIAL EXPRESSIONS AND THE INSTRUMENT PLAYING IS ALL THERE TO SEE CLEARLY AS IF YOU WERE ON STAGE YOURSELF.
I'VE ALWAYS WANTED TO SEE THIS FANTASTICK,UNDERATED BAND UP CLOSE AND AFTER ALL THIS TIME I'M TRULY SATISFIED.
I HAVE TO THANK EAGLE ROCK ENTERTAINMENT FOR SUCH AN EXCELLENT JOB WITH THE VIDEO QUALITY AND SOUND REPRODUCTION.
ALSO AMAZONS PRICE OF $16.95 IS A NO-BRAINER FOR ANYONE NEW TO THIS BAND OR FORMAT.
YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO PURCHASE THIS DISC AND GET THE ENTERTAINMENT YOU DESERVE FROM YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY HOME THEATRE SYSTEM.
EAGLE ROCK WILL GET MY FUTURE BUSINESS BUT IF THEY DO MORE TULL IT WILL DOUBLE.
THANKS AGAIN BOYS FROM THE BAND YOU LOOK AND SOUND GREAT HERE.
THANKS BLUE-RAY ALL THE HYPE IS WORTH IT NOW.
PS.........CAN YOU TELL ME WHO PLAYS FLUTE WITH IAN ON "FAT MAN" ?
GET THE DISC AND FIND OUT.
BRAVO October 2, 2008

Super concert experience!

Fastastic video, great sound and a lively set.
The wide screen experience is really amazing and the lighting is great.
Nice camera work and close-ups!
Still awesome musicians after all these years. August 28, 2008

Ian Anderson in 2008

I was a huge Jethro Tull fan in the 70's...Ian Anderson unlike some of the rockers in their 60's should have hung it up a number of years ago and just listened to other musicians or old tapes in his retirement. June 22, 2008

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