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Product Description
James Taylor's "One Man Band," a new CD/DVD set of live recordings and the stories behind the songs. The set list is drawn from Taylor's recent concerts at the Colonial Theatre in the Berkshires and features new performances from some of the iconic singer/songwriter's most beloved recordings including "Something in the Way," "Carolina in my Mind," and "Fire and Rain," interspersed with Taylor's insightful and humorous anecdotes on the inspiration for the songs.
For the DVD portion of "One Man Band," Taylor called on veteran television events producer and director Don Mischer ("Kennedy Center Honors," and "Super Bowl XLI Halftime Show with Prince") and executive producer and acclaimed filmmaker Sydney Pollack ("Out of Africa," "Sketches of Frank Gehry") and their extensive talents to properly capture the feel of the live concerts. "One Man Band" tells the story of Taylor's songs through exclusive interviews and rare multi-media footage, including home movies and photographs from Taylor's personal archives. The result is an extraordinary, one-of-a-kind portrait of an artist, his renowned repertoire and the personal stories behind the songs.
Over the course of his career, James Taylor has sold over 40 million albums, and won over 40 gold, platinum and multi-platinum awards as well as five GRAMMY® Awards. Taylor's first "Greatest Hits" album earned him the RIAA's elite Diamond Award, given for sales in excess of 10 million units in the United States. In 2000, Taylor was inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame. In February 2006, The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences named Taylor its MUSICARES Person of the Year.
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"This set is an intimate retrospective of 40 years worth of songs and the people, places and events that inspired them," said Taylor. "I am very grateful to Don Mischer, Sydney Pollack, and Hear Music for taking great care with what are very personal songs for me and my fans."
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 4.92 x 5.67 x 0.71 inches; 5.57 ounces
- Manufacturer : Hear Music
- Item model number : 3359398
- Original Release Date : 2007
- Date First Available : August 15, 2007
- Label : Hear Music
- ASIN : B000V4ZY2Y
- Number of discs : 2
- Best Sellers Rank: #37,032 in CDs & Vinyl (See Top 100 in CDs & Vinyl)
- #891 in Soft Rock (CDs & Vinyl)
- #1,144 in Adult Contemporary (CDs & Vinyl)
- #1,206 in Pop Singer-Songwriters
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O-my-goodness. For any JT fan, this CD/DVD is a REQUIREMENT. I've been "with him" since 1970, so I know all the songs. This CD has a great representation of his music -- and the really cool thing about JT is that he ALWAYS performs a song as if it is the FIRST time he has done so. I have had the good fortune to see him in concert three times, the last time this past October. He sang "Fire and Rain" as if it were a brand new song. Breathtaking. I agree with another reviewer that the depth of his experience only adds to his interpretations.
This CD captures his essence, and the accompanying DVD is wonderful -- really relays his low-key, warm, and self-effacing personality in concert.
HIGHLY recommended! You must have this one.
I was also surprised at just how funny James Taylor is. Each song has an introduction along with a slide show (controlled by JT using pedals at his feet). He gives insight on what the songs are about and how they came to be. He uses prerecorded video of a local choir for the backing vocals of "Shower the People" and "Traveling Star". Perfectly in sync. The other great part is the audio CD that is paired with the video. Of course the music and voice are perfect. The "drum machine" is amazing !! I was given the CD's as a gift and I have been thru it at least 3 times in the last month. I highly recommend it fir the JT fan.
The sound is perfect: there’s the sound of the needle hitting the vinyl and finding the groove, and then dead silence until the concert begins.
The sound of the concert is very warm and intimate. James’ vocals and guitar work and Larry Goldings’ piano are all excellent.
And the songs ... well, they’re wonderful.
A bottle of wine was -unaccountably- not included but that’s easily taken care of ...
Shot in the quaint Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield, Massachusetts the concert features 19 classics performed in a simple, stripped down acoustic style with Larry Goldings joining Taylor on keyboards.
The concert features both old and new material but the real joy of this show was the warm storytelling that went with the music. Taylor took the time to talk to his audience and to explain the history behind the songs. Highlights include Shower the People, Sweet Baby James, You've Got a Friend, Traveling Star, Carolina In My Mind, and Copperline.
This is an excellent package for newcomers and fans alike. Get comfortable, pour a glass of wine and be captivated.
The vinyl pressing is well done and sounds great on my system.
If you are a JT fan this is a must own!