'A Night At The Family Dog/Go Ride The Music/West Pole' 2-DVD set out May 12, 2023

An exciting trip back to the groundbreaking Bay Area music scene of the 1960s and early '70s is set to arrive in early May courtesy of Mercury Studios...Robert Kinsler

RELIVE THE HIPPIE GLORY OF 1960s SAN FRANCISCO

A Night At The Family Dog/Go Ride The Music/West Pole

2-DVD Set Out May 12

New York, NY (March 21, 2023) — Mercury Records will release A Night At The Family Dog (1970), Go Ride The Music and West Pole (1969), three psychedelic trips down memory lane, on May 12, 2023 as a 2 DVD package, complete with new artwork and ‘60s-styled poster. All three films were originally produced and created as groundbreaking television documentaries by Ralph J. Gleason [1917-1975] who did more than any other journalist to hip the world to what was shakin’ in San Francisco in the late ‘60s. A Night At The Family Dog held on February 4, 1970, featured the brightest three lights of the Bay Area, Jefferson Airplane, Grateful Dead and Santana. These three bands would define a scene that had the whole world wondering what exactly was going on in the Haight-Ashbury section of San Francisco. A Night At The Family Dog starts with two iconic Santana performances before Grateful Dead covers Otis Redding. Jefferson Airplane then splits the club wide open with their patented incendiary and provocative performance style. And when Carlos Santana, Jerry Garcia, Jorma Kaukonen, Jack Casady and Paul Kantner kick out the jams to end it all, all hell breaks loose. The original mono recording has been remixed and remastered. The San Francisco Sound, as it became to be known, was a montage of shrieking guitars and bold now-classic Acid Rock. Go Ride The Music is a stunning document of Jefferson Airplane and Quicksilver Messenger Service (a band destined for stardom who short-circuited their own success). There are also cameo appearances from David Crosby and Jerry Garcia. West Pole captures the magnetic attraction of musicians who provoked the establishment enough to create national news. Gleason knew it. And via his writings, eventually so did the rest of America. Here’s a chance to witness first-hand the birth of a culture: Steve Miller Band, Jefferson Airplane, Grateful Dead, Quicksilver Messenger Service and others. Those born too late to experience first-hand just what made this city at this time so significant will finally understand. Even Beatle George Harrison had to visit from England to see what the fuss was all about. It was a time of wild experimentation. Poetry, music, film, journalism, sex, drugs and political activism shared the spotlight as American Culture itself began to shapeshift into forms heretofore unknown.

A Night At The Family Dog/Go Ride The Music/West Pole Track listing: A Night At The Family Dog  Incident At Neshabur - Santana  Soul Sacrifice - Santana  Hard To Handle – The Grateful Dead  China Cat Sunflower – The Grateful Dead  I Know You Rider – The Grateful Dead  The Ballad of You And Me And Pooneil – Jefferson Airplane  Eskimo Blue Day – Jefferson Airplane  A Super Jam - featuring Carlos Santana, Jerry Garcia, Jorma Kaukonen, Jack Casady, Paul Kantner and more! Go Ride The Music  We Can Be Together – Jefferson Airplane  Volunteers – Jefferson Airplane  Mexico – Jefferson Airplane  Warm Red Wine – Quicksilver Messenger Service  Somebody’s Crying – Quicksilver Messenger Service  Subway – Quicksilver Messenger Service  Plastic Fantastic Lover – Jefferson Airplane  Somebody To Love – Jefferson Airplane  Mona – Quicksilver Messenger Service  Emergency – Jefferson Airplane  Wooden Ships – Jefferson Airplane West Pole  Music – Ace Of Cups  Roll With It – Steve Miller Band  Greasy Heart – Jefferson Airplane  New Potato Caboose – The Grateful Dead  Dino’s Song – Quicksilver Messenger Service  Sittin’ In Circles – Steve Miller Band  Simplicity – Ace Of Cups  Freedom – Sons of Champlin  Gospel Song – Ace Of Cups About Mercury Studios:  Mercury Studios is a multi-faceted content studio established to develop, produce, globally distribute, and invest in innovative, music-rooted storytelling across a range of media including film, television, podcasting, publishing, and live-streamed performance. Taking its name from the iconic Mercury Records label, Mercury Studios is powered by Universal Music Group and creates an open space for experimentation to unleash and amplify both emerging and established artists. With offices in London and Los Angeles, Mercury Studios harnesses its established relationships with best-in-class talent from music and film, seamlessly bridging the two worlds to create a completely distinctive community of trailblazers driven by original IP, innovation, and collaboration.

Recent Releases Astound: Big Star, Temple of the Dog, The Mavericks, Bryan Adams, Thomas Dolby

Several truly great rock albums have been reissued via deluxe and expanded must-have versions, while new concert titles from the Mavericks and Bryan Adams, and an engrossing memoir from groundbreaking music maker Thomas Dolby make for a winning mix of music-minded offerings.

Artist: Big Star
Title: Complete Third (Omnivore Recordings)
You might like if you enjoy: Radiohead, Big Star, the Posies
Tell me more: More than 40 years after it was recorded, Big Star's "Third" LP is receiving a well-deserved deluxe and expanded treatment that inspires with every play. This 3-disc audio CD release Complete Third (soon to be available on vinyl) is sure to please every fan of the legendary Memphis-spawned power pop cult heroes, whose third album was recorded in 1974 and was deemed non-commercial and shelved resulting in the band breaking up late that year. While the third album was ultimately released commercially in 1978, and subsequently has earned its place as one of the greatest albums of all time. The newly-issued Complete Third is packed with 69 tracks; the release's three discs chronicle the path of "Third" from acoustic demos, rough and alternate mixes to the final masters. The printed material included in the package is terrific, including a wealth of photos, an essay from journalist/A&R executive Bud Scoppa, and notes from surviving Big Star member Jody Stephens, producer-musician Mitch Easter (Let's Active), Gary Louis (of the Jayhawks), Susanna Hoffs and Debbi Peterson (of the Bangles), and many more. Information: OmnivoreRecordings.com.

Artist: Temple of the Dog
Title: Temple of the Dog (A&M Records)
You might like if you enjoy: Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Mother Love Bone
Tell me more: Temple of the Dog released its self-titled album in April 1991, with the newly-issued 25th anniversary of the release revisiting the landmark disc featuring the legendary lineup of singer Chris Cornell (of Soundgarden fame), rhythm guitarist Stone Gossard, bassist Jeff Ament, lead guitarist Mike McCready and drummer Matt Cameron, along with Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder. There are so many treasures across this wide-ranging set, but a demo of the bluesy slide guitar foray "Black Cat," live and alternative versions of the rock staple "Say Hello 2 Heaven" and an early demo of the grunge rocker "Angel of Fire" are among those I discovered. "Temple of the Dog" is available via four different configurations; a four-disc version (reviewed here) features the original album newly mixed by Brendan O' Brien, dozens of previously-unreleased tracks and demos, and live performances and videos. Information: TempleOfTheDog.com.

Artist: The Mavericks
Title: All Night Live Volume 1 (Mono Mundo Recordings)
You might like if you enjoy: Roy Orbison, the Mavericks, Raul Malo
Tell me more: Anyone who has ever seen the Mavericks live knows the thrill the genre-defying band brings to the concert stage with every performance. The release of All Night Live Volume 1 is an out-and-out thrill, with the quartet delivering its intoxicating mix of Americana, western Swing, early rock 'n' roll, neo-traditional country and Latin rhythms via 16 songs spanning the Miami-spawned group's career. Since reforming in 2012, singer-guitarist Raul Malo, lead guitarist Eddie Perez, drummer Paul Deakin and keyboardist/singer Jerry Dale McFadden have somehow become even more formidable as a live act than during the group's infancy when this writer first caught them in the early 1990s. On the new live set, the infectious and rich mix of styles reaches its zenith on dance-minded performances of "All Night Long," "Fall Apart," "Dance in the Moonlight" as well as via beautiful ballads such as "Back In Your Arms Again," "Pardon Me" and an affecting version of Neil Young's "Harvest Moon" all showcasing Ralo's soaring tenor. Information: TheMavericksBand.com.

Artist: Bryan Adams
Title: Wembley 1996 Live (Eagle Rock Entertainment)
You might like if you enjoy: Bryan Adams, Melissa Etheridge, Bobby Fuller Four
Tell me more: Captured live at a sold-out Wembley Stadium on July 27, 2016, Bryan Adams and his amazing five-member band were on fire. Fortunately, cameras were rolling and Wembley 1996 Live (available on DVD and digital) fully showcases the excitement of the Canadian rocker performing a full-length set in front of 70,000 British fans. Among the standouts on the memorable concert performance are the rousing "Kids Wanna Rock," sing-along "Cuts Like a Knife," scorching "It's Only Love" featuring Melissa Etheridge sharing lead vocals with Adams (with some fiery lead guitar work from Keith Scott) and a festive cover of the Bobby Fuller Four 1966 hit "I Fought the Law." An anthemic "Heaven" with the audience singing much of the song closes out the epic performance film. Information: eagle-rock.com.

Book title: The Speed of Sound: Breaking the Barriers Between Music and Technology
Author: Thomas Dolby
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Hardcover: 288 pages
Tell me more: Anyone who has seen singer-songwriter-keyboardist Thomas Dolby in concert knows he is a terrific storyteller. Thanks to the release of his fantastic new memoir "The Speed of Sound: Breaking the Barriers Between Music and Technology," new light is shed on one of the music world's most interesting and original architects. Recalling his rise from a struggling teenager barely making ends meet to fortuitous meetings with the celebrated likes of producer Robert "Mutt" Lange, Andy Partridge of XTC and pop icon Michael Jackson, Dolby expertly revisits his youth, the highs and lows of his musical career (including "She Blinded Me With Science") and recent success as a Silicon Valley innovator and university professor. The articulate, honest and fast-moving narrative sheds light on not only Dolby, but the myriad of fascinating personalities who are linked to Dolby's own unique journey. Information: flatironbooks.com.

Robert Kinsler

Sights and Sounds: Bob Weir, The Album Leaf, Don McLean

Lots of news to catch up on in the world of music. Let's kick things off with a timely update on Bob Weir, who I just caught with Dead & Company a few weeks ago in Irvine (read my review of that concert here)...

BOB WEIR SIGNS TO COLUMBIA/LEGACY RECORDINGS, SET TO RELEASE BLUE MOUNTAIN SEPTEMBER 30 

FIRST ALBUM OF ENTIRELY NEW MATERIAL IN 30 YEARS

WEIR PARTNERS WITH PRODUCER JOSH KAUFMAN,
JOSH RITTER AND AARON DESSNER, BRYCE DESSNER
AND SCOTT DEVENDORF 
 

FALL “CAMPFIRE TOUR” DATES CONFIRMED

For the first time in ten years, Bob Weir will release a new solo record, Blue Mountain, on September 30—marking his debut project since signing with Columbia/Legacy Recordings, a division of Sony Music Entertainment. The release is his first album of entirely original material in thirty years and will be available on CD, 2LP vinyl, and digital.  Producer Josh Kaufman partnered with Weir on the album, which features songwriting collaboration with Josh Ritterand performances from guitarists Aaron Dessner and Bryce Dessner and bassist Scott Devendorf. Blue Mountain is now available for pre-order on CD HERE and digital HERE. Weir will be performing in support of the album this fall on his “Campfire Tour.” Pre-sale tickets will be available on August 9 at 10 a.m. local time and public on-sale on August 12 at 10 a.m. local time here: www.bobweir.net. Every online ticket order comes with one (1) physical CD of Bob Weir's new album Blue Mountain. A limited amount of Enhanced Experiences are available throughout the tour including two premium tickets in the first 2 rows, an invitation to attend soundcheck and more. For more information visit HERE See below for a full list of dates.

Drawing on his earlier experiences working on a ranch in Wyoming as a teenager, Weir joined with Ritter, the Dessners, Devendorf and Kaufman to celebrate those times with twelve new songs.

Adam Block, President of Legacy Recordings notes, “We’re so pleased to welcome Bob Weir to the Columbia/Legacy family and absolutely thrilled to partner with him to share these stories and this beautiful record with the world.”

Photo credit: Jay Blakesburg

The album was recorded at a variety of locations on both coasts, including studios in Woodstock, NY and San Rafael, CA over the spring and fall of 2015. A host of fellow musicians appear alongside Weir on Blue Mountain including Ray Rizzo (drums, harmonium, harmonica, backup vocals), Joe Russo (drums), Jon Shaw (upright bass, piano), Rob Burger (keyboard, accordion, tuned percussion), Sam Cohen (electric guitar and pedal steel), Nate Martinez(guitars, harmonium, backup vocals), Jay Lane (drums, vocals), Robin Sylvester(upright bass, vocals, hammond organ) andSteve Kimock (Lapsteel). Providing backup vocals are The Bandana Splits, comprised of Annie Nero, Lauren Balthrop and Dawn Landes. Kaufman produced the record with engineering by Dan Goodwin.

Weir is one of the founding members of the legendary Grateful Dead, which received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007. The band also appeared on Forbes’ list of top-grossing entertainers and in the early ‘90s were the highest-grossing concert attraction in the U.S. Since establishing the band in 1965, Weir has become one of rock’s finest and most distinctive rhythm guitarists. Earlier this year he received the inaugural Les Paul Spirit Award. Weir has also performed with many other acts including The Other Ones, Kingfish, Bob Weir Band, Bobby and the Midnites, Scaring the Children, Ratdog and Furthur, co-led by former Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh. His first solo album, Ace, was released in 1972. Most recently, Weir has been performing with Dead & Company, which features Grateful Dead members Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann along with Grammy-winner John Mayer, Oteil Burbridge and Jeff Chimenti. 

2014 saw the release of “The Other One: The Long, Strange Trip of Bob Weir,” created by Netflix which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. Additionally, an Amazon film series based on Steve Parish’s 2003 book, “Home Before Midnight: My Life on the Road with the Grateful Dead,” is currently in development with Weir serving as an executive producer.

BLUE MOUNTAIN TRACK LIST

1. Only A River

2. Cottonwood Lullaby

3. Gonesville

4. Lay My Lily Down

5. Gallop On The Run

6. Whatever Happened To Rose

7. What The Ghost Towns Know

8. Darkest Hour

9. Ki-Yi Bossie

10. Storm Country

11. Blue Mountain

12. One More River To Cross

BOB WEIR LIVE

October 7—Marin County Civic Center—San Rafael, CA
October 8—Fox Theater­—Oakland, CA

October 10—The Wiltern—Los Angeles, CA

October 12—Tower Theatre—Upper Darby, PA

October 14 & 15—Kings Theatre—Brooklyn, NY

October 16—The Capitol Theatre—Port Chester, NY

October 19—Ryman Auditorium—Nashville, TN

ALBUM PRE-ORDER LINKS:

CD: http://smarturl.it/bw_bm_amzn?IQid=pr

Digital: http://smarturl.it/bw_bm_itns?IQid=pr 

THE ALBUM LEAF SHARES RIPPLING TRACK "LOST IN THE FOG"

PREMIERES VIA CONSEQUENCE OF SOUND

PITCHFORK SHARES EARLY ALBUM REISSUE NEWS + DNTEL REMIX

ON TOUR THIS FALL

BETWEEN WAVES OUT AUGUST 26TH ON RELAPSE

Electronic / ambient / rock pioneers The Album Leaf recently announced their forthcoming Relapse debut Between Waves, set for an August 26th release date. The album's eight tracks were winnowed down from thirty, and it shows: each song is memorable and unique, all speaking in The Album Leaf's singular voice while expressing themselves through a wide variety of different sounds and emotions.

Jimmy LaValle and company's thorough, unified approach is evident on nearly every aspect of Between Waves: the album displays multifaceted, meticulous sound design, a keen ear for balancing disparate influences, and the strongest senses of dynamics, rhythm, and composition The Album Leaf has displayed to date. Today "Lost In the Fog" -- the rich, rippling album track sprinkled with electronic blips -- premiered via Consequence of Sound. The Album Leaf also announced plans to re-issue the early albums Orchestrated Rise To Fall and One Day I'll Be On Time. via Pitchfork recently, who also shared the Dntel remix of "Never Far" from Between Waves as well.

The Album Leaf have announced a full US tour kicking off this September in support of the new album and continuing in December, supported by where Sister Crayon. See below for the full list of dates and for details on the new album. "New Soul" is available on a limited edition 7" as well, which is available via The Album Leaf vinyl store. Check out Relapse Records for pre-order info on Between Waves.

The Album Leaf
Between Waves
Out August 26th on Relapse Records

Track List:1. False Dawn
2. Glimmering Lights
3. New Soul
4. Back To The Start
5. Wandering Still
6. Never Far
7. Lost In The Fog
8. Between Waves

DON MCLEAN'S CLASSIC AMERICAN PIE ALBUM IS AVAILABLE ON NEWLY REMASTERED VINYL FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE IT'S ORIGINAL RELEASE IN 1971

Don McLean’s 1971 masterpiece American Pie has become part of American culture. Now, after four and a half decades, music connoisseurs can hear his classic songs and indelible lyrics on their original vinyl format.

American Pie has been newly remastered from analog tape by Robert Vosgien and the lacquers cut by Ron McMaster, both at Capitol Studios in Hollywood. The vinyl can be ordered here.

Recorded at The Record Plant in the late spring of 1971, American Pie was released by United Artists in October of that year. It contained not only the iconic chart-topping title cut, but also the hit single “Vincent,” a tribute to artist Vincent van Gogh. The second single from the album, it climbed to No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 and also topped the charts in the United Kingdom. The disc was included in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die.

American Pie was McLean’s second disc, following his 1970 debut Tapestry. The title cut from the album was a poetic look back to February 3, 1959 – the date of the tragic plane crash that took the life of Buddy Holly, J.P. Richardson (The Big Bopper), and Ritchie Valens. McLean’s haunting lyrics helped to cement that occasion to be known as “The Day The Music Died.”

A New York native, McLean went on to become one of the most-revered and respected singer-songwriters of his generation. Future hits following “American Pie” included “Dreidel,” “Castles In The Air,” and “Wonderful Baby.” He also paid tribute to Roy Orbison’s influence with a 1980 hit recording of “Crying.”

McLean will embark on the ‘American Troubadour Tour’ beginning in Nashville.

"I will continue to tour the United States and the world as I have always done and look forward to meeting the fans and showcasing the great band I work with!" said McLean.

The ‘American Troubadour Tour’ will include performances of fan favorites like “American Pie,” “Victor,” “Dreidel” and more along with new material from his forthcoming projects Botanical Gardens andStill Playin’ Favorites.

Nashville's City Winery will host the “American Pie” hitmaker on Saturday, August 13 at 8pm with tickets ranging from $75 - $100 and available at City Winery’s website here.

Don McLean 'American Troubadour Tour':
Aug. 13 - Nashville, Tenn. - City Winery
Aug. 19 - Richmond, Va. - The Tin Pan
Aug. 23 - Lewiston, N.Y. - Artpark (with Boz Scaggs)
Sept. 1 - New York, N.Y. - City Winery
Sept. 2 - Chesapeake Beach, Md. - Chesapeake Beach
Resort and Spa
Sept. 17 - Cincinatti, Ohio - Live at the Ludlow Garage
Oct. 8 - Steelville, Mo. - Wildwood Springs Lodge
Oct. 14 - Carmel, Ind. - The Warehouse Live
Oct. 15 - Hartford, Conn. - Infinity Hall
Oct. 28 - Clearwater, Fla. - Capitol Theatre
Oct. 29 - Ocala, Fla. - Circle Square Cultural Center (with Judy Collins)
Nov. 4 - San Juan Capistrano, Calif. - Coach House
Nov. 5 - Pasadena, Calif. - The Rose
Nov. 12 - Palm Springs, Calif. - Spa Casino
Nov. 16 - Warrendale, Pa. - Jergel’s Rythym Grille
Nov. 20 - Charlottesville, Va. - Paramount Theater (with Judy Collins)
Dec. 2 - East Greenwich, R.I. - The Greenwich Odeum
Dec. 3 - Mamaroneck, N.Y. - Emelin Theatre

2017
Feb. 25 - Beverly Hills, Calif. - Saban Theatre
March 3 - Shipshewana, Ind. - Blue Gate Theater
April 6 - New York, N.Y. - BB King’s
April 7 - Alexandria, Va. - The Birchmere Music Hall

For the most up-to-date information and all of McLean’s tour dates please visit Don-McLean.com.

Robert Kinsler

REVIEWS: David Bowie ('Blackstar'), The Jam, Jaco Pastorius, Ritchie Blackmore, Steve Hackett, Grateful Dead

Music lovers have a wealth of new releases to celebrate including David Bowie's inspired Blackstar and a number of new multi-format titles now available.


Artist: David Bowie
Album: Blackstar (Columbia)
You might like if you enjoy: David Bowie, Radiohead
Tell me more: David Bowie celebrated his 69^th birthday on January 8, 2016 with the release of his 25th studio album Blackstar. Only two days later the legendary artist was dead following an 18-month fight against cancer. Whether it was his Ziggy Stardust alter-ego and "Berlin era" masterworks that gave rise to classics such as “Heroes” or his 1983 commercial return “Let’s Dance” and seminal hard rock foray Tin Machine, Bowie was never one to repeat himself. And that couldn’t be more true than the sonic territory explored across Blackstar. Masterfully blending rock, jazz, art damage and electronica, Bowie has left the world with a final masterpiece. This is an album that reveals its moods, textures and depths with each new listen. The ambitious 10-minute title track, stunning "Lazarus" and propulsive disc-ending "I Can't Give Everything Away" are among the instantly-affecting songs. Information: davidbowie.com.  


Artist: The Jam
Title: About the Young Idea (Eagle Rock Entertainment)
You might like if you enjoy: Blur, The Clash, Paul Weller
Tell me more: About the Young Idea is a package that gets it right. Chronicling the Jam's story via a great 90-minute documentary as well as a wealth of bonus features and a previously-unreleased concert film (a 1980 performance on Germany's "Rockpalast"). The story of singer-guitarist Paul Weller, bassist Bruce Foxton and drummer Rick Buckler is fully delivered via classic footage and photos, as well as historic and recent interviews with the members of the band, producers, journalists and fans. The second disc of the collection features a 80-minute appearance notable for the potent delivery of one driving rocker after another, the trio's energy and power is showcased via the formidable "Going Underground," wistful "Private Hell," melodic folk rocker "Liza Radley" and confessional "But I'm Different Now." About the Young Idea is available on Blu-ray, DVD, as a deluxe edition (which includes a 40-page hardback book, two DVDs and an audio CD featuring the 1980 "Rockpalast" concert) and via digital. Information: eagle-rock.com.


Artist: Jaco Pastorius
Title: Jaco (Iron Horse Entertainment / MVD)
You might like if you enjoy: Pat Metheny, Robert Truillo, Geddy Lee
Tell me more: Both players and lovers of the bass guitar recognize Jaco Pastorius with the same level of respect that electric guitar aficionados hold Jimi Hendrix. Now the story of Pastorius is celebrated via Jaco, an important movie produced by Metallica bassist (that fills disc one) Robert Trujillo, as well as ancillary materials including interviews with Joni Mitchell, Carlos Santana, Geddy Lee, Bootsy Collins, Flea and historic performance footage to shed light as part of a much-deserved tribute to the legendary Pastorius (who passed away in September 1987 at the age of 35). "Jaco" is available on Blu-ray or DVD. Information: MVDb2b.com.

Artist: Ritchie Blackmore
DVD Title: The Ritchie Blackmore Story (Eagle Rock Entertainment)
You might like if you enjoy: Deep Purple, Rainbow, Ritchie Blackmore
Tell me more: Few rock guitarists loom larger than Ritchie Blackmore. A talented and highly-influential guitar great who was a skilled studio player in the 1960s before joining Deep Purple and leading Rainbow in the '70s and '80s, the 70-year-old English musician has since gone on to enjoy a second career as a Renaissance-styled folk project Blackmore's Night. On the newly-released The Ritchie Blackmore Story (available on DVD, Blu-ray and digital, as well as a deluxe edition), Blackmore life and work is explored with interviews with the guitarist as well as a long list of illustrious admirers including Brian May (Queen), Steve Lukather (Toto), Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Jon Lord (Deep Purple) and many others, along with classic performance clips. Information: eagle-rock.com.


Artist: Steve Hackett
DVD Title: The Man, The Music (Wienerworld)
You might like if you enjoy: Porcupine Tree, Genesis, Steve Morse, Yes
Tell me more: The aptly-titled The Man, The Music is a documentary that looks at progressive rock guitarist Steve Hackett's rich life and career, which includes his key role as a member of Genesis (including during the recording of "Selling England by the Pound" and "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway), and through recent times with his own "Wolf Light" and the Genesis Revisited project. "The Man, The Music." features archive and recent interviews with Hackett, as well as rock notables including Steven Wilson (Porcupine Tree), Chris Squire (Yes) in one of his final filmed interviews and long-time producer Roger King. Of special interest to guitarists is an intimate look as Hackett reveals some of his electric and acoustic guitar techniques. Information: wienerworld.com.



Artist: The Grateful Dead
Title: Fare Thee Well
You might like if you enjoy: The Grateful Dead
Tell me more: Deadheads from all over the globe flocked to Chicago's Soldier Field in late June and early July 2015 to catch the surviving four core members of Grateful Dead (Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann, Phil Lesh and Bob Weir) join forces with Phish frontman Trey Anastasio, Bruce Hornsby and Jeff Chimenti to perform as part of a 50-year anniversary celebration of the Palo Alto-spawned Grateful Dead. Now the final show of that so-called Fare Thee Well concert (staged on July 5, 2015 and almost 20 years after the death of Jerry Garcia) is out as a deluxe 2 DVD/3 CD set. "Fare Thee Well" includes the complete 18-song concert, with stunning 5.1 surround and stereo audio mixes bringing the magic of the concert to the home theater in full-fledged fashion. Classics performed include "China Cat Sunflower," "Truckin'," and "Touch of Grey." Information: dead.net and rhino.com.

Robert Kinsler