Elton John And Bernie Taupin - Two Rooms DVD

Advantages: Nostalgic, Great Music, Whispering Bob
Disadvantages: Left out a lot of my fabourites

...fascinating interviews: Bob Harris with John Lennon, Keith Richards, Bruce Springsteen and Robert Plant; Richard Williams with Elton John, Bernie Taupin and Mick Jagger. With few exceptions the performances are absolutely brilliant. The compilers have tried to ensure that all genres have been covered and so there is Rock, Reggae, Blues, Country, Pop, Punk and even Val Doonican who teams up with Charlie McCoy for a bluesy harmonica duet version of Area Code 615's Stone Fox Chase, the show's intro theme. The tracks have all been chosen by the ex-presenters who introduce the performances; their introductions ranging from the incohesive ramblings of Annie Nightingale to entertaining and affectionate tributes from Mark Ellen and David Hepworth, who work really well together. Given the wide range of music on offer, there is bound to be something... Read review

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Advantages: The music is sensational and wonderful performances
Disadvantages: You may need to watch it more than once to take it all in

..." Written by David Bowie Performed and Produced by Beck "YOUR SONG" - When Christian woos Satine Written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin "CHILDREN OF THE REVOLUTION" Written by Marc Bolan Performed by Bono, Gavin Friday and Maurice Seezer "THE PITCH (Medley)" Where the bohemians sell their play idea Featuring: The Pitch" lyrics by Baz Luhrmann and Craig Pearce "The Sound of Music" Written by Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II "Your Song" Written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin "ONE DAY I'LL FLY AWAY (Medley)" - Satine's sad ballad striving for freedom Featuring: "One Day I'll Fly Away" Written by Will Jennings and Joe Sample "Your Song" Written by Elton John and Bernie Taupin "ELEPHANT LOVE MEDLEY" The song with all the bits where he woo's her properly Time to play spot the song! Featuring: "All You Need Is Love" Written by John Lennon... Read review

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Advantages: Versatile performances, great sound, 70 songs
Disadvantages: Can't think of any

...Like him or loath him, there is no doubt that Elton John is a very talented musician. In recent years he's been more famous for his outbursts & tantrums than for his music. Despite all that he is a very versatile artist as this DVD collection clearly illustrates. Like others from his generation, successful musicians such as David Bowie, Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney & Rod Stewart, they have all written their best material & have peaked with their careers. However, they can still pull in enormous crowds for their live performances. Most Elton John concerts draw crowds form all age groups, from teenagers to pensioners & everyone else in between. This DVD is a collection of live shows by Elton John, but what makes it special is the type of shows. One is live in New York with his band, one is live in London with his band along with students... Read review

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