Crossroads: Eric Clapton Guitar Festival 2007
starring: Eric Clapton
directed by: Various
directed by: Various
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Studio: Wea-des Moines VideoRelease Date: 11/20/2007Run time: 240 minutes
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A lot of good (and some great) music for a worthy cause takes center stage once again as Eric Clapton hosts the second edition of his Crossroads Guitar Festival, a benefit for his Crossroads Centre rehab facility in Antigua and a near embarrassment of six-string riches occupying two discs. Staged in suburban Chicago in July, 2007, it features several of the same players who were at the first concert (2004, in Dallas), including Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, B.B. King, John Mayer, Vince Gill, John McLaughlin, and Robert Randolph. They're all in fine form, but it's those appearing for the first time who make the biggest impressions. Derek Trucks, who performs on his own, with his wife (Susan Tedeschi, herself an excellent blues guitarist), and backing several other artists (including a frighteningly decrepit-looking Johnny Winter), is a strikingly versatile young player. On the other end of the generational spectrum, the veteran Albert Lee spins out a series of stupefyingly swift licks on "Country Boy," while Jeff Beck is, well, Jeff Beck, at age 63 still inarguably one of the most original musicians to ever strap on a Stratocaster. While most of the others are content to play straight blues or blues-derived rock, Beck sounds as if he's riding a spaceship with strings, wringing sounds out of his instrument that defy understanding, let alone imitation; backed by ace drummer Vinnie Colaiuta and 22-year-old Tal Wilkenfeld, who may be the most exciting electric bassist to emerge since Jaco Pastorius, Beck delivers versions of "'Cause We've Ended as Lovers" and "Big Block" that are the highlights of the show. Elsewhere, Clapton, as is his wont, rises to the occasion in the presence of his peers and plays with considerable passion, even if his "reunion" with Steve Winwood lacks fire (mostly due to the lackluster nature of their Blind Faith-era material, other than the lovely "Can't Find My Way Home"). In the end, one might wish for more good songs, as opposed to opportunities for extended soloing, but even diehard axe-heads will surely be satiated after some four hours of hot licks. As for everyone else, well, that's why God invented the fast forward button. --Sam Graham
Studio: Wea-des Moines VideoRelease Date: 11/20/2007Run time: 240 minutes
Amazon.com:
A lot of good (and some great) music for a worthy cause takes center stage once again as Eric Clapton hosts the second edition of his Crossroads Guitar Festival, a benefit for his Crossroads Centre rehab facility in Antigua and a near embarrassment of six-string riches occupying two discs. Staged in suburban Chicago in July, 2007, it features several of the same players who were at the first concert (2004, in Dallas), including Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, B.B. King, John Mayer, Vince Gill, John McLaughlin, and Robert Randolph. They're all in fine form, but it's those appearing for the first time who make the biggest impressions. Derek Trucks, who performs on his own, with his wife (Susan Tedeschi, herself an excellent blues guitarist), and backing several other artists (including a frighteningly decrepit-looking Johnny Winter), is a strikingly versatile young player. On the other end of the generational spectrum, the veteran Albert Lee spins out a series of stupefyingly swift licks on "Country Boy," while Jeff Beck is, well, Jeff Beck, at age 63 still inarguably one of the most original musicians to ever strap on a Stratocaster. While most of the others are content to play straight blues or blues-derived rock, Beck sounds as if he's riding a spaceship with strings, wringing sounds out of his instrument that defy understanding, let alone imitation; backed by ace drummer Vinnie Colaiuta and 22-year-old Tal Wilkenfeld, who may be the most exciting electric bassist to emerge since Jaco Pastorius, Beck delivers versions of "'Cause We've Ended as Lovers" and "Big Block" that are the highlights of the show. Elsewhere, Clapton, as is his wont, rises to the occasion in the presence of his peers and plays with considerable passion, even if his "reunion" with Steve Winwood lacks fire (mostly due to the lackluster nature of their Blind Faith-era material, other than the lovely "Can't Find My Way Home"). In the end, one might wish for more good songs, as opposed to opportunities for extended soloing, but even diehard axe-heads will surely be satiated after some four hours of hot licks. As for everyone else, well, that's why God invented the fast forward button. --Sam Graham
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: 
- A let down
Firstly, I thought the MC, Mr.Bill Murray was hugely irritating. Especially as he referred to John McLaughlin as the founder of the "Mahi-Mahi" Orchestra (!). Funny ? Go figure.
Secondly, the production quality, especially the sound, editing and overall stage aesthetics were not a patch on the earlier Crossroads DVD. It's a big let-down. Also, the `Audio' option does not provide for a 5.1 option, only 2.1 is available.
Coming to John McLaughlin, he plays a rather tepid ... Read More
Rating: 
- Crow must go !
Bill Murray was right at least once when he said, "You will remember this set the rest of your life". He was referring to Disk 2 and the jam with Winwood, Clapton etc.But why was Sheryl Crow even allowed in Chicago on the day much less on stage with real musicians. Eric may have owed her or wanted something to allow her anywhere near a guitar. Could she have been backstage entertainment? Oh well. Despite her a great great DVD.
Rating: - Very satisfied
Fast shipping and item was in great condition.I would buy from this seller again.
Rating: - A Must-Buy for Blues Fans and Wannabe Guitar Heros
If you're looking for a grassroots feel to a truely spontaneous concert, this collection of performances over a day-long concert in suburban Chicago is well worth the coin you'll spend.The line-up is spactacular and the emotion created on-stage will spill out of your flat-screen and onto the livingroom floor.The two-dvd set will feature some of the greatest guitarists of all time on stage from various genre' and comes to a turmultuous finale' when 7 guitarist hit the stage to play Clapton's favorites. ... Read More
Rating: 
- Crossroads - Eric Clapton
I love any video concerts of Eric Clapton's ... this video makes 4 in our library ... my husband & I saw him in Vancouver, BC last year and he was awesome in concert ... we are big fans.
Thanks very much!
- A let downFirstly, I thought the MC, Mr.Bill Murray was hugely irritating. Especially as he referred to John McLaughlin as the founder of the "Mahi-Mahi" Orchestra (!). Funny ? Go figure.
Secondly, the production quality, especially the sound, editing and overall stage aesthetics were not a patch on the earlier Crossroads DVD. It's a big let-down. Also, the `Audio' option does not provide for a 5.1 option, only 2.1 is available.
Coming to John McLaughlin, he plays a rather tepid ... Read More
- Crow must go !Bill Murray was right at least once when he said, "You will remember this set the rest of your life". He was referring to Disk 2 and the jam with Winwood, Clapton etc.But why was Sheryl Crow even allowed in Chicago on the day much less on stage with real musicians. Eric may have owed her or wanted something to allow her anywhere near a guitar. Could she have been backstage entertainment? Oh well. Despite her a great great DVD.
- Very satisfiedFast shipping and item was in great condition.I would buy from this seller again.
- A Must-Buy for Blues Fans and Wannabe Guitar HerosIf you're looking for a grassroots feel to a truely spontaneous concert, this collection of performances over a day-long concert in suburban Chicago is well worth the coin you'll spend.The line-up is spactacular and the emotion created on-stage will spill out of your flat-screen and onto the livingroom floor.The two-dvd set will feature some of the greatest guitarists of all time on stage from various genre' and comes to a turmultuous finale' when 7 guitarist hit the stage to play Clapton's favorites. ... Read More
- Crossroads - Eric ClaptonI love any video concerts of Eric Clapton's ... this video makes 4 in our library ... my husband & I saw him in Vancouver, BC last year and he was awesome in concert ... we are big fans.
Thanks very much!
