The Band were one of the most popular and influential rock groups in the world. Starting as a band out of Canada (originally with rock'n'roller Ronnie Hawkins), they became Bob Dylan's backing band before eventually striking out on their own. This definitive collection has been executive produced by Robbie Robertson. On this 5CD + 1DVD set are 104 tracks, 29 of which are previously unreleased. The 14 track DVD includes footage from the Music Express tour of Canada, their historic final performance on Saturday Night Live and more. The collection is uniquely housed in a 108 page coffee table book, stuffed with previously unseen photos and memorabilia.
Recorded in 1971, this was to be the Band's last studio album for four years and continues the theme of Stage Fright by emphasizing the false nature of show business and its impact on reality. Remastered with five extra tracks, an excellent radio commercial and a very comprehensive booklet which significantly strengthens the collection. This album amongst others contains "Life Is A Carnival," "When I Paint My Masterpiece" and "River Hymn."
The Band's farewell performance from 1976 featuring such great artists as Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison and Eric Clapton. Includes photo gallery with 125 images, album essay and lyrics.Advanced resolution multi-channel surround sound 48 kHz/24-bit.Dolby 5.1 digital suround sound.This disc does not play on CD players.
1969 second album from the Canadian born exponents of American folk. Taking influences from a variety of sources, this classic album includes "Rag Mama Rag," "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," "King Harvest" and plenty more timeless songs. Completely remastered and with seven bonus tracks.
Absolutely stunning film celebrating the Bands farewell performance from 1976 featuring such great artists as Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Muddy Waters. Comes complete with comentary from the band and associates and Revisiting The Last Waltz. Amazing sound with 5.1 surround audio commentary TV spots and a photo gallery. Region 2 PAL.
1969 second album from the Canadian born exponents of American folk. Taking influences from a variety of sources, this classic album includes "Rag Mama Rag," "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," "King Harvest" and plenty more timeless songs.
The classic debut album from 1968 by Bob Dylan's backing musicians. Fully remastered and including nine bonus tracks, this is a fabulous slice of Americana featuring "Tears of Rage," "Wheel's On Fire," "The Weight," "I Shall Be Released" and many more timeless classics.
Excellent re-master of this album of live and studio tracks from 1970, the Band's third album. Engineered by Glyn Johns and Todd Rundgren, this continued the lyrical expansiveness and musical virtuosity of their previous releases. Remastered with four extra tracks, this includes "The Shape I'm In," "Daniel & The Sacred Harp," and "W.S. Walcott medicine Show."
The first reunion album by original Band members Levon Helm, Rick Danko and Garth Hudson, plus a poignant farewell from the late Richard Manuel. A worthy continuation of one of rocks most prestigious careers, with definitive covers of songs by Dylan and Springsteen.
Concert recording of two day music festival in Germany in 1996, capturing both classic numbers and newer songs from The Band. Extra features include backstage interviews "Musical Notes" and extra track information, animated menu and £D virtual jukebox song selector. Dolby Digital and Stereo or 5.1 surround sound. PAL, region free, aspect ratio 4:3.
Their second reunion project, built on the Band's old foundations of Memphis, rock 'n' roll, Chicago Blues and backwoods country. Includes a joyous remake of the 90s soul hit "Free Your Mind", Dylan's "Forever Young", and a rare live recording by the late Richard Manuel.
EMI gold release from this very influential 60's, 70's rock band, well known for their work with 'Bob Dylan' Track listing includes, "King Harvest (Has Surely Come)," "Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," Weight" and "Great Pretender."
This 1973 release is essentially, a look back in time when this band was known as 'The Hawks.' This collection of Rock &Roll and R&B covers, prove how versatile 'The Band' really were. Tracks include "Clarence "Frogman" Henry's "Ain't Got No Home," Chuck Berry's "The Promised Land," and Fats Domino's "I'm Ready," and six bonus tracks of outakes.
This was the first album for four years from this Canadian, American Band, known also for their work with 'Bob Dylan' A real progression (the Band utilising 24 track desks and synths for the first time) from 'Cahoots' their previous album, this album is simply a joy to listern to. Tracks include "Acadian Driftwood," and "Rags & Bones."
This new double CD version of 'Rock Of Ages' includes more tracks form the 1971-1972 New Years Eve/Day concert that this collection is taken from, with a generous collection of bonus tracks. The real jewel found in on this collection are the four tracks with "Bob Dylan." and Alan Toussaint horn arrangements.Tracks include, "Chest Feaver," "Rag "Mama Rag," and "Genetic Method."
Greatest Hits are an extremely hard thing to get right, especially for a band that graced the billboard with two top forty hits. This is one of those few circumstances when the label really do get it right. Tracks seem to be mostly favoured from the first two albums, which the fans will be happy about. Liner notes by Rob Bowman. Eighteen tracks including: "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down", "Chest Fever", "The Shape I'm In" and "Tears Of Rage."
This is the tenth and last LP that 'The Band; recorded for Capitol Records. As always the playing is impeccable, the voice of Richard Manuel is as beautiful as ever. This version contains an alternate take of "Georgia On My Mind " which was released in 1976 to boost Jimmy Carter's run for presidency. Other tracks include, "Ain't That A Lot Of Love," and "StreetWalker."
Nineteen track compilation hand picked by Robbie Robertson himself to give the best possible overview of the Band's short but illustrious career. This is a mini version of the six disc set A Musical Journey. All tracks are remastered. Includes: "Can You Please Crawl Out Your Window? (Bob Dylan with the Hawks)", "Stage Fright", "Slippin' & Slidin' (live)" and " Share Your Love With Me."
Nineteen track compilation hand picked by Robbie Robertson himself to give the best possible overview of the Band's short but illustrious career. This is a mini version of the six disc set A Musical Journey. All tracks are remastered. Includes: "Can You Please Crawl Out Your Window? (Bob Dylan with the Hawks)", "Stage Fright", "Slippin' & Slidin' (live)" and " Share Your Love With Me." DVD features five live performances recorded at Woodstock, Festival Express Train in Canada, Academy Of Music in New York and Wembley Stadium between 1970 and '74.
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