- Audio CD (15 Nov 2005)
- Number of Discs: 2
- Format: Colour, DVD-Video, Import
- Label: Reprise / Wea
- ASIN: B000BJS4CQ
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Blu-ray | UMD Mini for PSP
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (89 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,014,294 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
If you’re wondering how Green Day managed to become the biggest punk band in the world, take a look at Bullet In A Bible. Recorded at Green Day’s two-night run at Milton Keynes National Bowl in June 2005, this combined CD/DVD sees these former bong-hitting Californian drop-outs embracing political activism, pantomime hilarity, and all the fripperies of a rock opera – and excelling at all three.
The first half is essentially a run-through of the group’s 2004 album American Idiot, complete with anti-American rabble-rousing and a set of barbed insults tossed back at the "rednecks" across the pond. That out the way, the band careen into a sort of greatest hits set, with the likes of "Longview" and "Hitchin’ A Ride" sharing space with a brass-laden "King For A Day" that sees Billie-Joe Armstrong prancing the stage in crown and ermine cape, singing snatches of Lulu’s "Shout" and Eric Idle’s "Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life". Tremendously silly, but Green Day have managed to figure out how to play it like showmen without resorting to juvenile puerility or morphing into corporate yes-men, and that’s a way harder trick than it looks. – Louis Pattison
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Directed by Sam Bayer ("Wake Up Me When September Ends", Nirvana’s "Smells Like Teen Spirit"), the DVD runs close to two hours long and features a full live set from Milton Keynes. It also features behind the scenes footage and extensive interviews with all the band members.
American Idiot has now sold over 9-million copies worldwide, 1.4-million of them in the UK alone. The album entered the UK charts at #1 and has remained in the Top 30 ever since. It has spawned the band’s four highest charting singles to date – "American Idiot" (#3), "Boulevard Of Broken Dreams" (#5), "Wake Me Up When September Ends" (#7) and "Holiday" (#11) - and also earned the band a Grammy Award for Best Rock Album.
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
There can be no better souvenir from any amazing concert than a well put together live CD / DVD set. And this is exactly that. Experience all the fun and excitement of Green Day @ Milton Keynes 2005 without the 6 hour wait in the blistering heat, dehydration and long queues for the bogs I went through along with 65,000 other people. Believe me it WAS worth every single penny for my ticket - just to witness Billie Joe overwhelmed by the crowd and and near to tears - but this DVD/CD compilation is the next best thing. :o)
The set comprises an outer card sleeve with a a slide out card inner which unfolds to reveal a CD and DVD set. I was expecting a booklet with it, but there isn't one - instead there's a bill of credits on one of the inner flaps. No matter though - the set is special and looks far nicer than any other Green Day release in my opinion.
The DVD is filmed from plenty of different angles, (including arial shots from the helicopter) and there are plenty of shots of the crowd as well as the band - taken from both Saturday and Sunday's shows - so there might be a small chance you'll see yourself on camera! There is also behind the scenes filmings and interviews with the band members between each song.
The CD is the live show - but without the interviews.
If you're a Green Day fan you need to have this - and you won't be disappointed! Put it in your DVD player - turn it up loud and hear that crowd roar!
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
As a Green Day fan and one fortunate enough to catch them live on the American Idiot tour (Nottingham Arena, January 05)I felt buying this CD/DVD combi was a must....if only to try to create the goosebumps and shivers I got that night as they launched into the title track opening and for the duration of the show.
Let me put it bluntly. I bought the studio album and was blown away by it on the very first play. It is a masterpiece. In my opinion up there with Floyd's "The Wall" or The Who's "Quad" epics. Definitely one to be listened to from start to finish at each play.
Bullet In a Bible is the same...but louder and even more aggressive than it's studio counterpart!!! I have just sat through the live DVD from the Milton Keynes shows in widescreen and 5.1 surround sound. It is mind blowing!!
What struck me upon viewing was the sheer volume and quality of the DVD. The vast majority of the show is there. The photography is erratic at times but reflects the energy of the show perfectly. The sound quality is fantastic. It has been superbly put together and interspersed with band member interviews and thoughts between each song. This disjoints the concert footage a little but gives an insight and (without wishing to spoil anyone's viewing) a picture of how lonely life on tour can be. The interviews are between songs, not during so each song on the DVD is performed in its entirity.
Anyone buying this would not feel cheated by the DVD.It is pure quality not some sales gimmick to woo people into buying the CD. This DVD is the real deal and would easily stand alone as a purchase in it's own right.
The music CD is a straight lift from the concert DVD without the interviews. It is editted very very slightly but certainly not to its detriment. It has pride of place in the car CD player!!
My advice?? Buy this CD/DVD, reserve yourself 2 hours, crank up the surround and re-live a truly awesome event!!!
Let me put it bluntly. I bought the studio album and was blown away by it on the very first play. It is a masterpiece. In my opinion up there with Floyd's "The Wall" or The Who's "Quad" epics. Definitely one to be listened to from start to finish at each play.
Bullet In a Bible is the same...but louder and even more aggressive than it's studio counterpart!!! I have just sat through the live DVD from the Milton Keynes shows in widescreen and 5.1 surround sound. It is mind blowing!!
What struck me upon viewing was the sheer volume and quality of the DVD. The vast majority of the show is there. The photography is erratic at times but reflects the energy of the show perfectly. The sound quality is fantastic. It has been superbly put together and interspersed with band member interviews and thoughts between each song. This disjoints the concert footage a little but gives an insight and (without wishing to spoil anyone's viewing) a picture of how lonely life on tour can be. The interviews are between songs, not during so each song on the DVD is performed in its entirity.
Anyone buying this would not feel cheated by the DVD.It is pure quality not some sales gimmick to woo people into buying the CD. This DVD is the real deal and would easily stand alone as a purchase in it's own right.
The music CD is a straight lift from the concert DVD without the interviews. It is editted very very slightly but certainly not to its detriment. It has pride of place in the car CD player!!
My advice?? Buy this CD/DVD, reserve yourself 2 hours, crank up the surround and re-live a truly awesome event!!!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
i have been lucky enough to see Green Day live, so when i heard that there was a live dvd coming out i knew i had to buy it. It is brilliant and really captures how good the band are live, tho they could have done some more of their old songs but as another reviwer said it may be lost on the newer fans. It just makes me want to see them again...and anyone that hasn't should make sure they go see!!! Or at least buy this dvd, you wont be disappointed...i wasnt and im a really big Green Day fan!!!
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Great Concert Highly Recommended!!!!!!
Well what can I say.....Greenday not a band I would normally go for however been after a good music blu-ray for a while. The missis also likes them to went for it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Dougsmoog
Highly Recommended!
This is Green Day entertainment at its best!
The DVD starts off with performances from the American Idiot album, but then you get to the great stuff! Read more
The DVD starts off with performances from the American Idiot album, but then you get to the great stuff! Read more
Published 8 months ago by BookWorm
Greenday Are Amazing
Caught this tour live in 2005 in Nottingham - this DVD brings back good memories. Fantastic live band - talented musicians - brilliant lyrics. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Deb
this is how not to do a concert dvd
this is how not to do a concert dvd, tracks are interupted by interviews and other items, the concert is really good
I only wish the dialogue was separate from the music... Read more
I only wish the dialogue was separate from the music... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Rod Martin
Bullet in a Bible - Green Day at their best
I am a huge fan of Green Day and i have to say that this concert is truly amazing. I highly recommend this in particular to all Green Day fans, as well as music enthusiasts.
Published 16 months ago by Bilko
ENJOY
if you havnt had the good fortune to see these guys live,this is the best you will get,buy&watch&ENJOY
Published 18 months ago by SAGGY
Live Gig in Your Lounge
Bullet in a Bible DVD is brilliant. I live in Milton Keynes but was unable to go to the concert at the Bowl. Read more
Published 21 months ago by CarolMK
Excelent shop!!!
This product is awesome! Great cd and dvd
And about the shipping, everything went just fine!
I'm sure I will buy form amazon again!
Great experience!
And about the shipping, everything went just fine!
I'm sure I will buy form amazon again!
Great experience!
Published 21 months ago by Clarisssa182
One of the best live DVD 'S
Great live band, on the few occasion's I've seen them they always do a 3hr set.
The DVD has great sound quality but the picture quality could be better!
The DVD has great sound quality but the picture quality could be better!
Published 22 months ago by Winnie
awesome
greenday have always been one of the best live bands about, and having seen them live several times this cd/dvd is a must buy. Read more
Published 22 months ago by jake
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