Jeff Beck Rock'n'Roll Party: Honoring Les Paul [Blu-ray]

Watched pieces many times on You Tube....nice to have it all in one place.....amazing sound and perfect picture...

Excellent blu ray. A must see if you're a fan of Jeff Beck.

Just fantastic. RIP Jeff …

I'm not particularly a fan of Jeff Beck's own music but I do truly appreciate what he has done in creating his own unique playing style. He is truly a master of the guitar. I just happen to like more blues in my rock. His history in The Yard Birds is also of interest to me since Jimmy Page is at the top of my favorite players list. I enjoy seeing deserving people honored and appreciate the exceptional character of people big enough to give such honor as Mr. Beck does here for Les Paul. This night's performance is very 50s rock-n-roll and as such is not my personal favorite style of music but no one can argue how well those assembled here cover that classic genre. I was especially impressed with Imelda May's multi-track covering of Mary Ford's vocals as Jeff belted out the classic Les Paul guitar parts. Even to a hard core hard rock and heavy blues fan (Led Zep, Aerosmith, Badlands, Bad Company, Cry of Love, Rainbow, Gary Moore, etc)those songs IMHO are musical brilliance. Les was way ahead of his time in his playing technique, skill and methods, not to mention his legendary recording studio techniques. Mary Ford's singing was perfect for those songs as well. Thanks also go to Les Paul for pushing Gibson to create my favorite guitar. Had Gibson payed his ideas more attention sooner, they might have had advantage over Leo Fender's Stratocaster. but then again, it is Les who is being honored with this lineup of very talented musicians. I highly recommend watching the Video of Les' life story, interviews and historic footage of he & Mary Ford called Les Paul - Chasing Sound, you'll likely enjoy it at least as much as this night's performance. His contribution to the world of music can't be overstated. The same can be said of Jeff Beck. I'm very happy to have this production alongside all my music concert videos.

I followed Jeff Beck off and on starting during the Yardbirds and Rod Stewart/Faces days. Sometimes I liked what he did, sometimes not. He dropped off my radar screen during the 90's. My wife recently heard his interpretation of "Nessun Dorma" on the radio and asked me if I knew who Jeff Beck was. That question led to my rediscovery of Jeff Beck and his current work, including a purchase of his album "Emotion and Commotion" and seeing him in concert for the first time. I purchased "Rock and Roll Party" on a whim for two reasons: I love old rock and roll, and I wanted to see what Jeff Beck would do with it.This video is just plain fun. the songs sound great. The backup band is the same one that plays the rockabilly set on the "Live at Ronnie Scott's" DVD, with the inclusion of Imelda May as vocalist. I know little about the band and Imelda May but they are very good on this video. Beck plays the music "straight up", sticking closely to the original arangements (or closely enough that my admittedly sketchy memory didn't notice any major differences). The solos are phenomenal. It is amazing to watch Jeff Beck at work.The guest musicians are good. Beck gives them their due and lets them play without trampling them with his guitar wizardry. They do not detract from the overall presentation, although one or two of the saxaphone solos didn't really add to the songs.The video bears repeat viewing, both for the music and to try and recognize people in the audience (how many can you name?!). My wife and I have watched it several times, and my children (ages 11 and under) love to dance to the music. This was a great buy for the whole family.

OK - I confess to being a hardcore Beck fan. But this DVD is the one that will pull in anyone who had wondered what the "buzz" about Jeff Beck is. He does spot-on versions of songs that you have probably heard from the original sources (Les Paul & Mary Ford, for example) - but his playing is in homage to the sources, and is not overly modified, as too many artists would have done.And..."The Train Kept A Rollin' " is worth the price alone. You hear Jeff do a nod to his Yardbird days, yet retain the aura of the original song. Wow.Imelda May adds vocals on about half of the twenty tracks - and she is amazing. Her obvious love for the music pops right out of the screen. The rest of the musicians are likewise stellar - including Imelda's husband, Darrel Higham on guitar and vocals (he was part of Jeff's Big Time Playboy band, and added chops to the "Crazy Legs" CD,also a classic).Among the added tracks on the DVD there are a great interview with Jeff, a clip of him showing off his "toys" (a guitar selection to die for!)and two pieces with Les Paul showing why he will always be remembered both as an artist and an inventor. The clip of him and Jeff jamming in the '80s is joyful and charming. Talk about loving what you get paid to do!I plan on loaning this DVD out to my friends - the ones who wonder why I am such a Beckophile. I'm sure it will blow them away as much as it has blown ME away.

Jeff Beck is my favorite guitar player. And this is truly great, great vibe, excellent playing, fine sound, and it's obvious that everybody on the show is doing this because it's Jeff Beck after all. All in good taste and respect for the pionnering Les Paul. Doesn't get any better.

If you are a lover of good old Rock n Roll, Les Paul music, and great guitar playing, then this DVD is an absolute must have in your collection. Backed by a multi talented group of musicians, and the great voice of Imelda May, Jeff Beck is amazing. Close your eyes and you'd think you were actually listening to the wonderful guitar work of Les Paul himself.Added to all this is the inclusion of guests like Gary US Bonds, and the brilliant Brian Setzer.This is one DVD you will watch over, and over, and over again.

Jeff beck is awesome like usual. Imelda ray has a great voice, Brian Setzer guests, and so many rock stars in the crowd from Kirk Hammett and David Bowie all in Awe! Buetiful clear picture can really appreceate the picture. Great tribute to les paul. Personal fave Beck playing Train kept a rollin! Great for the collection!

Très bon DVD ; beau spectacle avec musiciens et chanteurs exceptionnels je suis enchanté et très satisfait du service Amazone Jacques

High-octane performance while remaining very respectful to the original material! Rare,indeed! Expertly-paced camerawork and pristine sound make this reference material.