Live from Texas
starring: ZZ Top
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Studio: Uni Dist Corp (music)Release Date: 06/24/2008
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That Little Ol' Band from Texas comes up big in ZZ Top: Live from Texas, a concert recorded in Dallas in November, 2007. The hirsute trio (guitarist Billy Gibbons, bass player Dusty Hill, drummer Frank Beard) has been at it for nearly four decades now, and notwithstanding their synth-tinged commercial breakthrough in the `80s, they haven't changed a whole lot in that time--not that that's a bad thing, as ZZ Top is still essentially a fine, gut-bucket blues band. In the course of this 80-minute gig, they dig deep into the back catalogue, mixing in tunes from `70s albums like Tres Hombres, Rio Grande Mud, and Fandango, as well as more recent items from the multi-platinum Eliminator. Their themes (cars, women, good barbeque) are as eternal as their beards are long (well, not Beard's beard; the fact that he doesn't have one remains a source of ironic amusement), their shtick is effortlessly cool, their presentation is minimal (calling Gibbons and Hill's moves "dancing" would be a major stretch), and their stage show is modest by Big Rock Show standards; the crowd eats it all up, especially when the band careens into a set-closing string of hits including "Legs," "Sharp Dressed Man," "La Grange," and, of course, "Tush." This is the only ZZ Top concert performance out there, and while it has occasional shortcomings (in terms of both performance and technical aspects), it's a fine example of a veteran band that remains a potent live attraction despite long-dwindling clout as record sellers.
Bonus material is highlighted by Gibbons, Hill, and Beard playing poker while reminiscing about everything from opening for the Rolling Stones and the menagerie (buzzards, longhorn steer, tarantula, etc.) that accompanied the band on a long ago tour to Paula Abdul's attempt to teach the boys some dance steps (the results speak for themselves). Their version of Jimi Hendrix's "Foxey Lady" is pretty cool, too. --Sam Graham
Studio: Uni Dist Corp (music)Release Date: 06/24/2008
Amazon.com:
That Little Ol' Band from Texas comes up big in ZZ Top: Live from Texas, a concert recorded in Dallas in November, 2007. The hirsute trio (guitarist Billy Gibbons, bass player Dusty Hill, drummer Frank Beard) has been at it for nearly four decades now, and notwithstanding their synth-tinged commercial breakthrough in the `80s, they haven't changed a whole lot in that time--not that that's a bad thing, as ZZ Top is still essentially a fine, gut-bucket blues band. In the course of this 80-minute gig, they dig deep into the back catalogue, mixing in tunes from `70s albums like Tres Hombres, Rio Grande Mud, and Fandango, as well as more recent items from the multi-platinum Eliminator. Their themes (cars, women, good barbeque) are as eternal as their beards are long (well, not Beard's beard; the fact that he doesn't have one remains a source of ironic amusement), their shtick is effortlessly cool, their presentation is minimal (calling Gibbons and Hill's moves "dancing" would be a major stretch), and their stage show is modest by Big Rock Show standards; the crowd eats it all up, especially when the band careens into a set-closing string of hits including "Legs," "Sharp Dressed Man," "La Grange," and, of course, "Tush." This is the only ZZ Top concert performance out there, and while it has occasional shortcomings (in terms of both performance and technical aspects), it's a fine example of a veteran band that remains a potent live attraction despite long-dwindling clout as record sellers.
Bonus material is highlighted by Gibbons, Hill, and Beard playing poker while reminiscing about everything from opening for the Rolling Stones and the menagerie (buzzards, longhorn steer, tarantula, etc.) that accompanied the band on a long ago tour to Paula Abdul's attempt to teach the boys some dance steps (the results speak for themselves). Their version of Jimi Hendrix's "Foxey Lady" is pretty cool, too. --Sam Graham
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Customer Reviews
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Rating: 
- Excellent!
This is an awsome show. I was really impressed by the showmanship and quality music these three guys portrayed! Texas rock/blues is synonomous with ZZ TOP. Any classic rock or blues lover will like this DVD!
Rating: - It doesn't get any better than this
I've been a loyal fan of ZZ Top since the days of ZZ Top's First Album and Rio Grande Mud. I even saw them sans beards back in 1973 at the Commodore in Vancouver (about the size of the Fillmore), with Bachman Turner Overdrive as the opening act. During the 70s when I was in my 20s, I played drums in my own 3-piece rock band, and of course played many ZZ Top covers, like La Grange, Nasty Dogs & Funky Kings etc. Followed their progress for years, and never failed to enjoy their music, even during the ... Read More
Rating: - WHY ARE YOU READING BUY IT! WORTH IT!
Ok I was at the concert that night and everything especially vocals could have been louder at times, but it was still one of the best concerts I have ever been to, and I have been to a lot! When you watch I do not really notice any sound quality problems. I love this performance and say it is worth every penny! If you want a live dvd of ZZ TOP then you cant be picky at this time. Visually it is very colorful and energetic, and really in my perception captured every essence of the live show that night. ... Read More
Rating: - Best on DVD concert ever!
This is absolutely the best on DVD concert available! ZZTop is in their finest zone and you will have THE BEST SEAT!
Rating: - ZZ live rocks the house
ZZ live in Texas really rocks the house. If yo have ever seen them live, you know they have a smooth live show.If you are a zz fan, you will enjoy this dvd. It is a real keepsake.
- Excellent!This is an awsome show. I was really impressed by the showmanship and quality music these three guys portrayed! Texas rock/blues is synonomous with ZZ TOP. Any classic rock or blues lover will like this DVD!
- It doesn't get any better than thisI've been a loyal fan of ZZ Top since the days of ZZ Top's First Album and Rio Grande Mud. I even saw them sans beards back in 1973 at the Commodore in Vancouver (about the size of the Fillmore), with Bachman Turner Overdrive as the opening act. During the 70s when I was in my 20s, I played drums in my own 3-piece rock band, and of course played many ZZ Top covers, like La Grange, Nasty Dogs & Funky Kings etc. Followed their progress for years, and never failed to enjoy their music, even during the ... Read More
- WHY ARE YOU READING BUY IT! WORTH IT!Ok I was at the concert that night and everything especially vocals could have been louder at times, but it was still one of the best concerts I have ever been to, and I have been to a lot! When you watch I do not really notice any sound quality problems. I love this performance and say it is worth every penny! If you want a live dvd of ZZ TOP then you cant be picky at this time. Visually it is very colorful and energetic, and really in my perception captured every essence of the live show that night. ... Read More
- Best on DVD concert ever!This is absolutely the best on DVD concert available! ZZTop is in their finest zone and you will have THE BEST SEAT!
- ZZ live rocks the houseZZ live in Texas really rocks the house. If yo have ever seen them live, you know they have a smooth live show.If you are a zz fan, you will enjoy this dvd. It is a real keepsake.
