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re: The Last Waltz
Posted on 10/24/13 at 6:52 pm to Loubacca
Posted on 10/24/13 at 6:52 pm to Loubacca
They were all so coked up, plus technical difficulties, that most of the singing (other than Levon) had to be dubbed in the studio - after the fact.
Marty does a good job of making them seem like strong singers at the concert. To be fair they were an awesome live act - just not for that particular show, because there was too much going on.
In fact, when you watch Neil Young, you can see the cocaine, quite clearly, in his nostrils.
My favorites are, of course, Dixie and The Weight (outside of the live show context, with the Staples Singers - back when musicians had this thing called "talent").
Marty does a good job of making them seem like strong singers at the concert. To be fair they were an awesome live act - just not for that particular show, because there was too much going on.
In fact, when you watch Neil Young, you can see the cocaine, quite clearly, in his nostrils.
My favorites are, of course, Dixie and The Weight (outside of the live show context, with the Staples Singers - back when musicians had this thing called "talent").
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Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:14 pm to Spaulding Smails
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Robbie Robertson was on XM Outlaw Country the other day, and is still so full of himself
indeed...but the box set of Live at the Academy sounds awesome. Mojo kept calling him Robbie Robinson
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:17 pm to Loubacca
My favorite part on the dvd is when Clapton starts shredding and his guitar strap comes unhooked. RR picks up immediately and never skips a beat, like it was planned.Its something that gets missed on audio only.
For those who like Last Waltz, I suggest checking out Love for Levon. Most excellent. Most excellent.
For those who like Last Waltz, I suggest checking out Love for Levon. Most excellent. Most excellent.
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:20 pm to jose canseco
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My favorite part on the dvd is when Clapton starts shredding and his guitar strap comes unhooked. RR picks up immediately and never skips a beat, like it was planned.Its something that gets missed on audio only.
One of my favorite parts too. You can here clapton say "robbie" and he goes off.
I watch the last waltz every thanksgiving, ive made it part of my families tradition.
Posted on 10/24/13 at 7:41 pm to rutiger
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I watch the last waltz every thanksgiving, ive made it part of my families tradition.
That's pretty awesome but I have to ask. Why thanksgiving?
Posted on 10/24/13 at 8:34 pm to CottonWasKing
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That's pretty awesome but I have to ask. Why thanksgiving?
Growing up my parents listened to 'alice's restaurant' every thanksgiving, so when i had my own family i just added to their classic rock tradition. Since the last waltz show took place on thanksgiving, i thought it was a perfect fit.
Posted on 10/24/13 at 8:42 pm to rutiger
Damn I've always considered myself a huge fan of The Band but I never knew that show took place on thanksgiving. I like that tradition though. I've always said that whenever I have a finally I'm going to do something along those lines
Posted on 10/24/13 at 8:49 pm to Loubacca
I absolutely love The Band.
But frick Robbie Robertson with a flaming AIDS dick straight to hell.
But frick Robbie Robertson with a flaming AIDS dick straight to hell.
Posted on 10/24/13 at 9:02 pm to Rickety Cricket
I met Robertson one time on Maple Street when Muddy Waters was still a venue. He pulled up in a limo and walked in to watch George Porter and his Runnin' Pardners. He ended up using Porter on his next album.
Anyway, he was friendly enough, but in a noblesse oblige sort of way. I know, csb.
But The Band was one of the best live acts ever when they had their shite together. I remember them at Jazz Fest in the 90's when all of them were there except Robbie. It was a great show even though Danko really had to concentrate to stand upright.
Anyway, he was friendly enough, but in a noblesse oblige sort of way. I know, csb.
But The Band was one of the best live acts ever when they had their shite together. I remember them at Jazz Fest in the 90's when all of them were there except Robbie. It was a great show even though Danko really had to concentrate to stand upright.
This post was edited on 10/25/13 at 7:45 am
Posted on 10/24/13 at 9:08 pm to VOR
Personally, I have mixed feelings on The Band. Its hit or miss with their songs. Some tracks are unbelievable, but others I hear a cover and think, that's how that song should be played.
But although I disagree with RR as a human, I really enjoyed watching him perform. Maybe it was bc Clapton is God was next to him in NY.
But although I disagree with RR as a human, I really enjoyed watching him perform. Maybe it was bc Clapton is God was next to him in NY.
Posted on 10/26/13 at 12:59 am to CottonWasKing
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Damn I've always considered myself a huge fan of The Band but I never knew that show took place on thanksgiving.
Come on Cotton. The first performance on Last Waltz starts out with the intro "happy thanksgiving". I'd expect you to know this. Haha
Posted on 10/26/13 at 1:05 am to jose canseco
I miss the most obvious shite
Posted on 11/8/13 at 12:30 pm to npersa1
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The Levon Helm documentary "Ain't in it for My Health" is on Netflix, FYI.
Just found this documentary last night. It's a little sad to see that guy in the state he was in before he died but he always had a fun attitude. I never really got the back story as to why The Band broke up and it looks like there was still a lot of animosity between Helm and Robertson after all those years.
And, my God, Levon smoked a lot of weed.
Posted on 11/8/13 at 1:28 pm to upgrayedd
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I never really got the back story as to why The Band broke up and it looks like there was still a lot of animosity between Helm and Robertson
Rr took all song writing credit when the songs were done as a band and most of the songs were based on levons life.
Posted on 11/9/13 at 11:35 am to rutiger
certainly count it in top 10 live music videos, warts n all.
absolutely awesome. I know my kids are glad I didn't think of this while they were at home.
I'm thinking Jaime Brockett's Legend of the USS Titanic might be a good selection
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Growing up my parents listened to 'alice's restaurant' every thanksgiving, so when i had my own family i just added to their classic rock tradition. Since the last waltz show took place on thanksgiving, i thought it was a perfect fit.
absolutely awesome. I know my kids are glad I didn't think of this while they were at home.
I'm thinking Jaime Brockett's Legend of the USS Titanic might be a good selection
Posted on 11/9/13 at 12:00 pm to blueslover
quote:first time I've seen this mentioned on here by someone who isn't me
Jaime Brockett's Legend of the USS Titanic
Posted on 11/10/13 at 9:10 am to Kafka
KAAY, the mighty 1090, with Clyde Clifford!
Posted on 11/10/13 at 6:22 pm to blueslover
Richard Manuel's version of "Georgia, On My Mind" brings tears to my eyes every time. He's the most important voice in that lineup, IMO.
LINK
LINK
Posted on 11/13/13 at 1:52 pm to Kingwood Tiger
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Any fan of The Band and Levon should read this:
Agreed. Hell of a good read!
Posted on 11/13/13 at 1:56 pm to diehardfan
That book is awesome and really amped up my hate for Robbie Robertson.
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