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| 1. Blossom | |||
| 2. So Far Away | |||
| 3. Machine Gun Kelly | |||
| 4. Carolina In My Mind | |||
| 5. It's Too Late | |||
| 6. Smackwater Jack | |||
| 7. Something In The Way She Moves | |||
| 8. Will You Love Me Tomorrow | |||
| 9. Country Road | |||
| 10. Fire And Rain | |||
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| 1. Intro | |||
| 2. Blossom | |||
| 3. So Far Away | |||
| 4. Machine Gun Kelly | |||
| 5. Carolina In My Mind | |||
| 6. It’s Too Late | |||
| 7. Smackwater Jack | |||
| 8. Something In The Way She Moves | |||
| 9. Will You Love Me Tomorrow | |||
| 10. Country Road | |||
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Product Description
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Live At The Troubadour is a CD and DVD package presenting the momentous reunion between two of America’s greatest songwriters. As the 1970’s dawned, American music moved away from psychedelic hard rock sounds towards a gentler, more contemplative aesthetic. Leading this new scene of acoustic singer songwriters were James Taylor and Carole King. Taylor was a shy introspective teenager with a remarkable talent; King, already a famous songwriter, was embarking on a career as an artist in her own right. Together they found a unique musical affinity, as well as a close personal relationship, that led them to collaborate on two of the most legendary and beautiful albums of the decade; James Taylor’s Sweet Baby James and Carole King’s Tapestry. At Thanksgiving in 2007, Taylor, King and the original players ("The Section") who appeared on both Sweet Baby James and Tapestry, returned to the Troubadour for a sentimental journey through their old set list. Live at the Troubadour captures the moment when Taylor and King reunited to perform some of their best loved hits, including "Will You Still Love Me?" and "You’ve Got A Friend".
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Let me start this review by saying I am a huge fan of James Taylor, he has produced some of the finest music over the last forty years or so. His fame here grew when The Beatles label Apple signed him,and the classic songs began to appear on albums that remain on all time albums still as popular now as they were then.He is a superb guitarist,one of the best acoustic players ever and an inspiration to so many up and coming artists,and his voice is just perfect for the material he records and performs. Add to that on this set the wonderful Carole King,again a great vocalist and pianist writer of songs like 'It's Too Late','Will You Love Me Tomorrow','So Far Away' and many more,classic albums including 'Tapestry' which was recently re-mastered and re-released in de luxe form,Here we're talking two artists of incredible talent who performed together thirty years ago coming together again at the LA Troubadour venue for this very special gig,along with a band consisting of three musicians who recorded and performed with them way back in the seventies.So well did this gig go they are currently on a major US tour of large arena's.
To this set then , coming as a CD/DVD set, not at an arena but a club type venue that is absolutely perfect for their music, this set is even better than I thought it would be,the songs are well known all fifteen of them, the production by Peter Asher excellent throughout. The DVD is nicely filmed draws you right into the concert with Carole King enjoying every second of it.James Taylor between songs shares stories and has a few funny quips along the way.The band are excellent and add such a dimension to the songs as well although some are just JT and CK,some just James alone.I would say there will not be a better album by anyone this year,the songs maybe a few years old now but they are as beautiful and fresh as they ever were.
If your a fan of either of these artists you'll love it,if not get this set and it will brighten every day with such great songs so well sung and played. Just hope the Tour comes to the UK and Europe as well.
To the songs then
1.Blossom
2. So Far Away
3.Machine Gun Kelly
4.Carolina On My Mind
5.It's Too Late
6. Smackwater Jack
7. Something In The Way She Moves
8. Will You Love Me Tomorrow
9. Country Road
10.Fire And Rain
11.Sweet Baby James
12.I Feel The Earth Move
13.You've Got A Friend
24.Up On The Riif
15.You Can Close Your Eyes
The DVD has an intro by the artists to set the scene otherwise it's just the gig and wonderful it is.
Absolutely recommended throughout by two of the greatest singer/songwriters ever, 5 stars and more.
To this set then , coming as a CD/DVD set, not at an arena but a club type venue that is absolutely perfect for their music, this set is even better than I thought it would be,the songs are well known all fifteen of them, the production by Peter Asher excellent throughout. The DVD is nicely filmed draws you right into the concert with Carole King enjoying every second of it.James Taylor between songs shares stories and has a few funny quips along the way.The band are excellent and add such a dimension to the songs as well although some are just JT and CK,some just James alone.I would say there will not be a better album by anyone this year,the songs maybe a few years old now but they are as beautiful and fresh as they ever were.
If your a fan of either of these artists you'll love it,if not get this set and it will brighten every day with such great songs so well sung and played. Just hope the Tour comes to the UK and Europe as well.
To the songs then
1.Blossom
2. So Far Away
3.Machine Gun Kelly
4.Carolina On My Mind
5.It's Too Late
6. Smackwater Jack
7. Something In The Way She Moves
8. Will You Love Me Tomorrow
9. Country Road
10.Fire And Rain
11.Sweet Baby James
12.I Feel The Earth Move
13.You've Got A Friend
24.Up On The Riif
15.You Can Close Your Eyes
The DVD has an intro by the artists to set the scene otherwise it's just the gig and wonderful it is.
Absolutely recommended throughout by two of the greatest singer/songwriters ever, 5 stars and more.
38 of 40 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
On this wonderful set these two illustrious singer/songwrtiters are accompanied by the host of musicians that originally played on their groundbreaking hit albums in the early 70s. The formidable rhythm section of Leland Sklar and Russ Kunkel. And adding the always interesting lead guitarwork of legendary Danny Kootchmar.
Not only relying on their hits this is a great crosssection of their work with lots of emotional and artistic highpoints. Carole King might sound a bit rusty in places where as James Taylor - like Graham Nash or Art Garfunkel - seems to have lost nothing whatsoever.
The DVD - directed by another legendary figure Peter Asher - is absolutely top notch. And of course beautiful to see these mature musicians in such intimate surroundings. Celebrating the club where the likes of Linda Ronstadt and Eagles also started their career.
Not merely nostalgic but absolutely beautiful and timeless.
Not only relying on their hits this is a great crosssection of their work with lots of emotional and artistic highpoints. Carole King might sound a bit rusty in places where as James Taylor - like Graham Nash or Art Garfunkel - seems to have lost nothing whatsoever.
The DVD - directed by another legendary figure Peter Asher - is absolutely top notch. And of course beautiful to see these mature musicians in such intimate surroundings. Celebrating the club where the likes of Linda Ronstadt and Eagles also started their career.
Not merely nostalgic but absolutely beautiful and timeless.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
If you enjoy JT or CK, even just a little, this is not an optional purchase! I can't say I'm an avid fan of either but I just can't get enough of this DVD!
JT is clearly still at the very top of his game, with ever-more-convoluted winds and twists in his delivery and an impossibly deep understanding of what makes a great song truly unforgettable. CK oozes emotion throughout and bathes the stage with what I can only describe as an aura, delivering some truly moving performances.
But this show wasn't about two individuals, though great artists in their own right they undoubtedly are. This was about celebrating a deep friendship spanning over 4 decades and producing some of contemporary music's most hummable melodies. Add to all that the historical importance of the venue and an uncanny feeling of being totally intimate with the performers, this has to be my best ever music DVD.
The melding of JT's guitar, CK's piano and the surprisingly small band produces sounds which, if you close your eyes, you would think were coming from a dozen or more performers - to the verge of being orchestral in places. The arrangements are exquisite, the sound mixing and recording is virtually faultless and, (at least reproduced on my 25 year old Hi-Fi, which is hooked into the DVD player), produces countless high spots and emotional rushes.
If I were to be hyper-critical (excuse me for this - I have been playing live music most of my life), CK's voice reveals the odometer reading in places and, amazingly, JT's pace has a noticeable wanderlust until brought into check by the drummer. But hey! This is live music, right? I can only ponder as to how anyone can create such quality live on stage. The footage would indicate they had difficulty accommodating the cameras in such a small venue, but I feel this adds to the feeling of intimacy. But none of this detracts from what is undoubtedly a truly amazing show.
Being mercenary for a moment, a DVD AND a CD for this money is outstanding value, although I have to say the magic (THAT'S the word I've been looking for...) is not so evident if you can't observe the body language. But it does give me the chance to harmonise with them travelling to and from work.
All in all, I cannot rate this item highly enough and I have no doubt it will rank among some of pop's truly great moments. I am eagerly awaiting the announcement of European dates for the tour - that's gotta be a must too!
JT is clearly still at the very top of his game, with ever-more-convoluted winds and twists in his delivery and an impossibly deep understanding of what makes a great song truly unforgettable. CK oozes emotion throughout and bathes the stage with what I can only describe as an aura, delivering some truly moving performances.
But this show wasn't about two individuals, though great artists in their own right they undoubtedly are. This was about celebrating a deep friendship spanning over 4 decades and producing some of contemporary music's most hummable melodies. Add to all that the historical importance of the venue and an uncanny feeling of being totally intimate with the performers, this has to be my best ever music DVD.
The melding of JT's guitar, CK's piano and the surprisingly small band produces sounds which, if you close your eyes, you would think were coming from a dozen or more performers - to the verge of being orchestral in places. The arrangements are exquisite, the sound mixing and recording is virtually faultless and, (at least reproduced on my 25 year old Hi-Fi, which is hooked into the DVD player), produces countless high spots and emotional rushes.
If I were to be hyper-critical (excuse me for this - I have been playing live music most of my life), CK's voice reveals the odometer reading in places and, amazingly, JT's pace has a noticeable wanderlust until brought into check by the drummer. But hey! This is live music, right? I can only ponder as to how anyone can create such quality live on stage. The footage would indicate they had difficulty accommodating the cameras in such a small venue, but I feel this adds to the feeling of intimacy. But none of this detracts from what is undoubtedly a truly amazing show.
Being mercenary for a moment, a DVD AND a CD for this money is outstanding value, although I have to say the magic (THAT'S the word I've been looking for...) is not so evident if you can't observe the body language. But it does give me the chance to harmonise with them travelling to and from work.
All in all, I cannot rate this item highly enough and I have no doubt it will rank among some of pop's truly great moments. I am eagerly awaiting the announcement of European dates for the tour - that's gotta be a must too!
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Soothing
An absolute must buy for any JT or CK fan. The songs stay true to the originals and with such beautiful sound for a live recording. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Jb Braddock
Help! Which item is this?
Some reviewers are considering this item as though it came as a CD/DVD set (which would be great at £5. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. M. Gordon
Absolutely fabulous!
I've been listening to these two artists for close on 45 years and I fondly remember, at the tender age of 14, buying 'Tapestry' and a month or two later 'Sweet Baby James' both... Read more
Published 2 months ago by M. Jones
Christmas Present
Had no feed back to the contrary, so must be OK. Speedy and well packed delivery. What else can one say it is only a DVD/CD.
Published 4 months ago by mcl
Nostalgia
Nearly 40 years after I first listened to these two legends they have lost none of their consumate talent to entertain
Published 5 months ago by Richard Pelling
Absolute treat
Have followed the paths of both since the 60's so seeing them together at The Troubadour was a real treat...albeit on TV !... bought what I thought was just the CD at £9. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Clipper 314
fabulous music
this album does what it says on the tin ie. it showcases two of the most talented musicians ever playing their most loved tracks live. what not to like?
Published 6 months ago by latvianoptom
Great Taste
This purchase was again for a friend who saw "James" in concert at the beginning of the year. This is a super CD - well well worth purchasing. Excellent CD.
Published 7 months ago by Kate43
loved it
Saw this concert on tv and decided it was one of those must have cd's Knew what I was getting and was not disappointed
Published 8 months ago by jude
Must have cd/dvd
This is a great cd, saw the live performance on tv was very pleased to see it was available on cd and dvd. Read more
Published 8 months ago by jill cliford
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