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Genesis - The Way We Walk - Live In Concert [1993]


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Editorial
Amazon.co.uk Review

For Genesis fans old and new, The Way We Walk--Live in Concert has definitely been worth the wait. Recorded at London's Earl's Court in November 1992 as part of the group's 56-date world tour, the footage recreates one of their most lavish live tours ever. With a back-stage crew of over a 100, giant video screens and state-of-the-art lighting this was a massive event. The DVD is an equally colossal affair, incorporating over eight hours of concert footage on two discs (a two-hour concert recorded from four separate camera angles). The multi-camera presentation is amazing, providing a unique front-row perspective of all the stage action. The star of the concert is undoubtedly Phil Collins who leaps around, and batters his drum kit like a hormonal teenager. His evangelical introduction to "Jesus He Knows Me" is particularly fitting and amusing. There are also performances of some of Genesis' greatest hits, including "Dance on a Volcano", "Home By the Sea" and! "Invisible Touch". The re-mastered introduction to "Tonight, Tonight, Tonight" sounds tremendous, with the flashing video screens creating an Armageddon-style atmosphere. Audience favourite "Turn It On Again" provides the ultimate ending to the show.

On the DVD: The remixed, surround sound audio track is excellent but despite the multi-camera options the quality of the visual material fails to withstand the rigours of digital presentation. The uninterrupted group commentary is also disappointing, with too many lengthy silences, unnecessary disturbances (mobile phones ringing, unrelated discussions) and little new information about the tour given. The other extras are far more sophisticated such as the comprehensive interviews with Banks, Rutherford and Collins. The original tour programme (including text and photographs) can also be flicked through on screen. The "full-motion" menus are fun and easy to use.--John Galilee

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Video Description

CONCERT PERFORMANCES (Select from up to four camera angles for the majority of the songs) DISC ONE:
(1) Land of Confusion;
(2) No Son Of Mine;
(3) Driving The Last Spike;
(4) Old Medley -
(i) Dance On A Volcano;
(ii) The Lamb Lies Down in Broadway;
(iii) The Musical Box;
(iv) Firth of Fifth
(v) I Know What I Like
(vi) That's All Illegal Alien
(vii) Follow You, Follow Me;
(5) Fading Lights;
(6) Jesus He Knows Me;

DISC TWO:
(1) Dreaming While You Sleep;
(2) Home By The Sea;
(3) Hold On My Heart;
(4) Domino -
(i) The Domino Principle (Phil's Intro);
(ii) In The Glow Of The Night;
(iii) The Last Domino;
(5) The Drum Thing;
(6) I Can't Dance;
(7) Tonight, Tonight, Tonight;
(8) Invisible Touch;
(9) Turn It On Again;

BONUS MATERIAL Live concert commentary track.
Interviews with Banks, Collins and Rutherford (on both discs);
Slide Show (on both discs);
Original Tour Programme

Number of Discs: 2
Picture: Colour PAL.
Concert Running Time: 490 mins approx (all angles)

Languages: English.

Audio: English / Dolby Digital 5.1. Surround Sound Stereo (Remixed soundtrack); English Stereo.

Region Code: 2.

Disc Format: DVD-9 Double-Layer Disc.

Subtitles: None.

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Synopsis

Filmed live over three consecutive nights at London's Earls Court in November 1992, this concert features the best of (Phil-Collins-as-frontman) Genesis. Selections include "I Can't Dance," "No Son of Mine," "Land of Confusion," "Invisible Touch," "Hold on My Heart," and many others.

You'll never see the likes of them again!!
Review date: 2005-12-25 Rating: 10 out of 10

I never saw Genesis on the We Can't Dance tour and this rather belated DVD release shows just what a spectacle I missed. The performances are powerful throughout (but then with Genesis live would you expect anything less?) and the lighting and video backdrops are stunning. All of this is presented in a format allowing you to view the concert from four different camera angles which makes it fairly unique and rather fun!

Musically, this represents a high point for later-period Genesis. Although for me there is insufficient emphasis on earlier material, this is at least counterbalanced by the fact that, on this tour, some of the lightweight fluff (e.g. Throwing It All Away, In Too Deep) has been jettisoned and replaced by some of the more substantial recent material, such as Fading Lights, Driving the Last Spike and Dreaming While You Sleep. In addition, the Old Medley, particularly the Musical Box/Firth of Fifth section, is genuinely exciting and a fantastic reminder of what a great bunch of musicians they are.

There really are very few negatives but if I am being ultra-critical, I would say that the sound stage seems slightly flat and I wish they had dispensed with Domino after the Invisible Touch Tour. The first part is fine but in the second half (from "now see what you've gone and done.." onwards) the song really loses its way and is the only part of the show I could describe as slightly boring. Also, it was a mistake to close the main part of the concert with "I Can't Dance". It's a fun and inoffensive number but at this point in the show (especially following the scintillating drum duet) it's a tad anti-climactic. The familiar "Los Endos" is sorely missed!

But these are only minor gripes. There are many highlights but my favourite is "Home By The Sea" which boasts a fantastic animated "ghostly" video sequence and the second part, in which Phil takes up the drum stool, is singularly powerful.

Apart from the four camera angles, the DVD has a full package of extras, all worthwhile, making this an essential purchase for any serious Genesis fan and thoroughly recommended for those looking for an ideal introduction to one of the best live bands ever.

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Reviews


Brilliant show
Review date: 2005-12-13 Rating: 10 out of 10

Having bought the tapes 1+2 and then the video and played them both to the point of breaking, the DVD was most welcome. The band who I've been a huge fan for so many years played the set very tight.
I will admit I would of liked to have seen on the different cameras the chance to watch either Phil or Chester playing the drums. Both guys make the art look so easy and would of added to the pleasure. Still having said that the DVD is simply a classic in the making. Shame we all have to get old!.

My Review!
Review date: 2005-02-06 Rating: 10 out of 10

I purchased this DVD after being told that the lighting in it was quite good for it's time (stage lighting is my bag as it's what I enjoy doing!). I was impressed with the multi-camera angle feature of the DVD along with the 5.1 surround sound support. There are a good selection of tracks on the disc, even ones that a young-un like me knows! Well worth the money!

disappointed
Review date: 2003-10-04 Rating: 4 out of 10

I saw the show in Belgium and have been a Genesis-fan for many years..however this release is a bit of a disappointment to me, and this for 2 reasons.
First the picture quality is not as high as expected. I taped the concert in 1992 when it was aired on Dutch-TV on a simple VHS-tape ( not even a SVHS ) and the quality of the DVD is not even as sharp as the tape ! figure that one out.
Secondly the 5.1 sound. I got a big room with a 7.1 configuration on my Denon AVC11sr completed with electrostatic speakers in the front and normal speakers on sides and back.
The sound from the back has a nasty long delay.
One might say...ok ..change the delay-setup...but this makes no sense, since none of my 160+ collection DVD's ( Roger Waters,Yes,etc..) seem to cope with this fhenomenon.
As for the concert itself...it is sadly split on 2 discs which is due to the inclusion of the camera-angles facility..but could't bother me at all.
All in all this release disappointed me ( as the Mc.Cartney one )...I would expected a bit more professionalism of this fine band.

Genesis in fine fettle !!
Review date: 2003-09-05 Rating: 8 out of 10

An excellent concert reproduction through the use of surround sound and with the viewer being able to access up to 4 different camera angles. The group sound great,including the additional touring duo of Daryl & Chester, the light show is good and their use of onstage video is also high class. Genesis may lack charisma on stage but their skill in entertaining lies in their faultless musicianship. For lovers of early Genesis they perform a medley which includes well chosen favourites from Trick of The Tail, The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway ,Selling England By The Pound and Nursery Cryme. Interviews with each of the main trio can be seen with questions and answers very much focussed on the material played on the DVD.The Tour programme is cleverly reproduced for you although the group commentary is absolutely terrible (avoid this "extra" at all cost)!!!

Product Details/Specifications


Actor(s):
Daryl Stuermer
Chester Thompson
Tony Banks
Michael Rutherford
Phil Collins

Creators:
Daryl Stuermer (Primary Contributor)
Michael Rutherford (Primary Contributor)

Director(s):

Recording label: Gut Records
Manufacturer: Gut Records
EAN: 5018766995411
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 2
Format: PAL, Import,
Release date: 2001-11-26
Number of discs: 2
Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
Audience rating: Exempt
Running time: 492 minutes
Theatrical release date: 1993-04-06
Language: English (Original Language)

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