Lynyrd Skynyrd: Live from Austin, TX
by Gary Menotti
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Actor: Lynyrd SkynyrdDirector: Gary Menotti
Brand: RED Distribution
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Surround Sound
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 67 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2007-06-05
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Model: NW8033-9
Studio: New West Records
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- Lynyrd Skynyrd can rock. OK, that's an understatement. For over thirty years they have carried the torch for southern rock with a fever pitch, all-out guitar assault. Great songs. Fearless attitude. Even after all these years, "Free Bird" remains one of rock and roll's most enduring anthems. This show captures all the hits and more. Available for the first time ever, the Live Fr
DVD Reviews of Lynyrd Skynyrd: Live from Austin, TX
DVD Review: 'Good to see you again, Leon...
Summary: 4 Stars
This concert was recorded in December of 1999, so it includes guitarists Rickey Medlocke and Hughie Thomasson, as well as the ever-stoic but ever-lovable Gary Rossington. The mad-hatter, Leon Wilkeson was still with the band at this point, changing hats with every song and entertaining us with his quiet but wacky intensity.
I remember in 1998 when I first saw this version of Lynyrd Skynyrd. I couldn't believe the sharp edge to the guitars of Rickey and Hughie, the energy and intensity of the music, and just how damn HOT they were. The concert was outside during the daytime, and from the first song, everyone in the audience just stood there... and we all stood there for the whole concert... nobody could or would sit down. Talk about a band firing on all cylinders. This Lynyrd Skynyrd with Rickey and Hughie not only pay tribute to the original band, they manage to channel the spirit of Allen Collins as well.
This DVD is different from Steel Town and Vicious Cycle, and is the only place you're going to see "Needle and the Spoon." "T for Texas" is also played, as well as "Swamp Music," neither of which is on Steel Town or Vicious Cycle. The setlist goes like this:
"Edge of Forever"
"What's Your Name"
"That Smell"
Medley:
"Down South Jukin"
"Needle and the Spoon"
"Whiskey Rock a Roller"
"Swamp Music"
"Ballad of Curtis Loew"
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"Workin'"
"Gimme Three Steps"
"T for Texas"
"Sweet Home Alabama"
"Freebird"
It's kind of funny watching this rowdy and raucous band trying to squeeze themselves onto a TV soundstage for Austin City Limits, not just literally but figuratively. They're all on their best behavior and dressed to the nines, Johnny is watching his language, especially during "Gimme Three Steps," and even refuses to wear his terry cloth headband. As you know, Johnny always begs the audience to applaud him more vigorously, and he even tones that down too.
There's one thing that can't be toned down though, and that's Lynyrd Skynyrd when they're firing on all cylynders. Hughie just smokes during this show, and it's clear everyone's come to play, and play hard. This is a three guitar attack after all, and Lynyrd Skynyrd make no apologies for it, even if they're on TV. If you turn it up loud (and you know you should), the 5.1 DTS soundtrack will singe your ears! But here's what you want to know about that DTS soundtrack.
It's quite different from either Steel Town or Vicious Cycle. Leon's bass is mixed down to a lower level than normal, and so is Rickey's guitar. In fact, the whole mix is more "polite" than normal, but this is not necessarily a bad thing. Although the guitars are mixed down, subtleties like Billy's piano and the female background vocals are easily heard. Gary's guitar which is more nuanced and less aggressive than the others is more easily heard. Overall, there is a more polite, "ensemble" sound that emphasizes the whole, even as it de-emphasizes the aggressiveness of the three guitar attack. You won't hear the solid bass of Vicious Cycle, or the subterranean bass of Steel Town. The drums are just there, not super-punchy like that incredibly deep bass drum on Steel Town.
So there you are. As a Skynyrd fan, I love the DVD because it compliments the other ones so well. It's just different, and that's okay. Just watch Billy enjoying the limelight as he plays solo piano prior to Freebird. What a nice touch, as all of the other players let him have the stage all to himself. A long solo piano intro to Freebird - just one of the things that make this DVD unique. I'm betting that Ronnie would approve... I know I do. Long live Lynyrd Skynyrd!
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