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| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Swiss Army Romance | |||
| 2. The Best Deceptions | |||
| 3. Remember To Breathe | |||
| 4. The Good Fight | |||
| 5. The Sharp Hint Of New Tears | |||
| 6. So Impossible | |||
| 7. The Places You Have Come To Fear The Most | |||
| 8. Turpentine Chaser | |||
| 9. Living In Your Letters | |||
| 10. For You To Notice | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Swiss Army Romance (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 2. The Best Deceptions (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 3. Remember To Breathe (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 4. The Good Fight (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 5. The Sharp Hint Of New Tears (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 6. So Impossible (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 7. The Places You Have Come To Fear The Most (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 8. Turpentine Chaser (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 9. Living In Your Letters (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
| 10. For You To Notice (DVD Version 5.1 Surround Sound Mix) | |||
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Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
The MTV Unplugged concept was probably invented with someone like Florida singer-songwriter Chris Carrabba (aka Dashboard Confessional) in mind. Carrabba's relentlessly sad, impossibly frail acoustic songs--which effectively spawned the emo-core genre--have given alienated, cardigan-wearing guys and gals a snappy soundtrack to their pain. Dropping the heavily-inked guitarist amid his flock captures both the intimacy and awkwardness propelling Dashboard Confessional's best songs. Indeed, whether Carrabba is flying solo or is joined by a band, his MTV Unplugged--presented as a CD with an accompanying DVD--ranks as one of the most interactive sets ever; the fans know every single word to every single song and they sing their hearts out, sometimes completely hijacking the choruses. From opening number "Swiss Army Romance" through to "Screaming Infidelities", the assembled holler themselves hoarse in a glassy-eyed solidarity that would be eerie if it weren't so sweet. The sing-along aspect might be a drawback for fans searching for pristine live versions of studio recordings, but then again, Dashboard Confessional's music is nothing if not communal. --Kim Hughes
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I can understand why some don't like this, especially when sometimes the quality vocals are slightly unheard above the sound of the crowd.
But the fact is that any fan of Dashboard will know the songs really well already, and so hearing the crowd in my view only really adds to the atmosphere and provides different versions of familiar tracks: such as on Hands Down and Again I go unnoticed where there is a more rocky aspect.
The standout track is Swiss Army Romance, which is awesome however you hear it. But there isn't a bad track on this album.
The fact that the CD also features the performances on DVD is also very appealing...
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Chris Carrabba is what I would term a musical genius. His lyrics are as poignant and romantic as you can get and his musical flair oozes confidence and passion. He combines perfect lyrics with melodies and hooks to die for.
This album is worth every penny.
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
With Chris Carrabba's newest full length release he brings with him Mike Marsh, Dan Bonebrake and John Lefler, previously only heard on a handful of tracks on their newest full length album "The Places You Have Come To Fear The Most". Although originally starting up Dashboard Confessional as a solo project Chris has further widened his fan base, adding bass guitar and the unbelieveabley talented Mike Marsh on the drums to some old classics such as So Impossible and Remember To Breathe, in the same way the old songs on the new Summer's Kiss EP have been revamped, giving a more upbeat and positive atmosphere around the same depressing words spoken passionately and sometimes screamed along with the crowd who don't miss a word. John Lefler adds subtle but amazingly effective backing guitar and even piano underneath Chris' cutting voice and amazing stage presence, which seems to have the crowd fixated on him as he stands back from the microphone to let them sing the chorus on a few songs. Listening to this cd is like being at one of their concerts, hearing everyone sing along as loud as they can whilst still being able to hear Chris singing clearly
It's amazing to see how far Chris has come since leaving Further Seems Forever to playing on MTV and he has gained more and more popularity and this is a must have for any true Dashboard fan but if you haven't yet heard of Dashboard Confessional then you may want to hear their full length albums first. Also the american version comes with a full DVD of the set which I strongly recommend for those dedicated fans. If you know what to expect from this band then you definately won't be disappointed and it still has a couple of old songs which he's chosen not to play with a full band like The Swiss Army Romance. This is definately worth the money even if you pay just for the new version of Hands Down which is incredible.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
masterclass in audience participation..
Firstly, the CD/DVD is amazing and is worth the money many times over. The DVD is a full length presentation of the unplugged session (which the audio CD is taken from), and is... Read more
Published on 22 Mar 2006 by Artist Guy
Totally amazing.....
I was a bit sceptical about Dashboard Confessional, not being a huge emo fan (I listen to Radiohead. Nuff said. Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2004 by "scattynat"
The package is made by the DVD.
Without a specific DVD or video by Chris and the DC boys, i was influenced into buying this by the prospect of getting some good, lengthy live footage on the DVD, unlike the short,... Read more
Published on 12 Nov 2004 by S. Paterson
Totally amazing!!
I was recommended this CD from a friend, and i am so glad they did!! i totally love this CD!! Dashboard Confessional are really amazing, and this is a very good CD, i would... Read more
Published on 29 Oct 2004 by A. L. Tebbutt
Avoid
Big fan of Dashboard but I feel upset by the sing along teeny boppers inthe crowd. So much so that listening to this and watching the DVD willonly ruin listening to their other... Read more
Published on 23 April 2004
I didn't pay to listen to kids sing my favourite songs
I love Dashboard confessional and listening to everyone sing along at gig's is part of the magic when it comes to their songs, because you know that everyone can relate, but this... Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2004 by s cook
Chris at his best...
DC unplugged is awesome... all DC fans should buy it in my opinion it is Chris's best album. The crowd really makes the atompshere great and makes you want to sing along to the... Read more
Published on 13 Oct 2003
Disappointed
Having read the reviews of this album on Amazon and being a big fan of Dashboard, I was expecting great things... Sadly I was rather disappointed. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2003 by "nuttermagnet"
Chris Carrabba and the band at their best
When I bought this album I already new that dashboard confessional were a great band but I wasn't sure what they were like live. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2003 by "danielclarkson"
Astounding
Ever since i found a couple of Dashboard Confessional's earlier songs i have been absolutely hooked! This album is beautiful! Read more
Published on 28 May 2003 by "vaughanyambyth"
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