| Brian Wilson: That Lucky Old Sun |  | Artist: Brian Wilson
Studio: Capitol
Category: DVD
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 59,685
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Discs: 2
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.2 x 5.5 x 0.4
EAN: 5099926695099
ASIN: B001JRB1BK
Theatrical Release Date: 2009
Release Date: January 27, 2009
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The music that is widely regarded as Brian Wilson’s best since his Beach Boys heyday gets the deluxe treatment in That Lucky Old Sun, a 2008 live-in-studio performance of the record that’s bolstered by a wealth of bonus features. Those waiting for Wilson to revisit the genius of Pet Sounds and "Good Vibrations" had best not hold their breath. And no, he’ll never regain that angelic falsetto voice, either. But the aging Brian is disarming and appealing in his own right, and he and his collaborators have concocted a song cycle that can at least be mentioned in the same breath, with gorgeous harmonies, rich melodies, and a warmly nostalgic, autobiographical tone (the 60-year-old title tune was recorded by Louis Armstrong, Frankie Laine, and many, many others). Wilson and his brilliant band offer up an inspired, joyous performance for a small invited audience, with highlights including the "Forever She’ll Be My Surfer Girl," "Can’t Wait Too Long," and "Midnight’s Another Day," all of them among his best tunes in ages. The several narrative interludes, written by longtime co-conspirator Van Dyke Parks, are accompanied by a clever mélange of film, photos (including many of Brian with his late brothers, Carl and Dennis), animation, and other media, making for a really memorable home viewing experience. Prominent among the extra material is "Going Home," a documentary (at 68 minutes, it’s almost twice as long as the concert) that celebrates Wilson’s astonishingly fertile past and chronicles the making of That Lucky Old Sun. Also included are a separate live set (with some Beach Boys oldies); a charming "artist on artist" interview with Brian and actress-singer Zooey Deschanel; commentary by Wilson and co-composer Scott Bennett, and more. --Sam Graham
Description
The complete live performance of Brian's critically acclaimed new studio album with a feature length documentary, bonus features and optional 5.1 surround stereo mix. Tracklisting
1. That Lucky Old Sun Live performance from Capitol Records Studio A
- That Lucky Old Sun
- Morning Beat
- Narrative: Room With A View
- Good Kind Of Love
- Forever She'll Be My Surfer Girl
- Narrative: Venice Beach
- Live Let Live / That Lucky Old Sun (Reprise)
- Mexican Girl
- Narrative: Cinco de Mayo
- California Role / That Lucky Old Sun (Reprise)
- Narrative: Between Pictures
- Oxygen To The Brain
- Can't Wait Too Long
- Midnight's Another Day
- That Lucky Old Sun (Reprise)
- Going Home
- Southern California Audio features:
- 5.1 Surround Sound
- 2.0 Stereo 2. Feature - Length Documentary: Going Home: The making of the album and a look at Brian Wilson's life long personal and creative relationship with Southern California. Directed & Edited by George Dougherty. Bonus Material includes:
- Behind the scenes studio footage for the making of the album
- Yahoo! Live Sets plus Q&A
- Artist On Artist interview on MySpace with Brian Wilson and Zooey Deschanel
- Black Cab session UK web performance
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We Lucky Old Brian Wilson Fans December 8, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
WHat a time to be a Brian Wilson fan! First this GREAT new concept album and then a tour to support it! We got the chance to see Brian perform this NUGGET live twice in the New York area over the past month and it sounded as good in person as it does on the CD. It is good to know that one of the most influential song writers in the history of rock and roll (or any other medium) continues to make music that can move you! I simply cannot say enough in support of this terrific effort by the founder of The Beach Boys. Go out and get it or, better yet, order it right here on Amazon.Com
Michael Patterson
Another Brian Wilson Masterpeice January 31, 2009
showbiz kid (on the beach, USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Brian Wilson shows us once again why he is regarded as one of the best writers and performers by musicians and fans alike. This highly anticipated DVD was well worth the wait. The DVD itself is high quality, with superior picture and sound. Each track from the Lucky Old Sun CD is played in order. I purchased the CD when it was originally released several months ago, and have listened to it many times. Watching Brian and his spectacular Band, which Brian has molded together over the past 15 years, play each track to perfection, is a experience we rarely get to enjoy in todays musical climate. As a bonus, one of the extras on this DVD is another high quality recording of Brian and his band performing several live tracks including a few Beach Boys numbers. This DVD also includes a track by track commentary by Brian and Scott Bennett, giving us insight into the inspiration behind the music on Lucky Old Sun. A great DVD.
Brian Wilson - That Lucky Old Sun February 22, 2009
Brian K. Milack (N. Merrick, NY USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Okay, I am a huge Brian Wilson fan in any case. But this is his best effort since his peak back in the sixties. The more I listen to it, the more I like it.
This album is a must for any hardcore BDW (or Beach Boys) fan. For others it might not be their thing, and the autobiographical pieces will not be understood. But for the true Wilson fan, this is a phenomenal album.
Definitely 5 stars.
GOOD STUFF March 17, 2009
Gary Brunswick
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
AFTER SEVERAL PLAYS DAYS APART, I FIND THE BEAUTY OF THIS CD/DVD. THIS IS GOOD STUFF AND NOT TO BE MISSED BY ANYONE. THIS IS NEW STUFF AND NEW DIRECTION. BRIAN CONTINUES TO MOVE HIS LEGACY FORWARD AND WE ALL SHOULD BE THANKFUL FOR HIS CONTINUING MUSIC MAKING SKILLS!
That Luck Old Sun (Brian Wilson) April 7, 2009
Chris W. Mortensen (Avon, UT. USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I recently ordered the DVD, "That Lucky Old Sun" by Brian Wilson. This DVD was outstanding. The music was great, the concert footage was great, the documentary was great, the performances were great, and the whole thing was very interesting. I would highly recommend this DVD for any Brian Wilson fan or Beach Boys fan. Though the years have slowed him, Brian is still a major talent and force in the music world. "That Lucky Old Sun" DVD is a home run for Brian.
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