Music plays in the background, as each member of the band gets ready to take the
stage. We are behind the scenes with the band as they prepare for the concert. Each
member seems nervous but calm in anticipation. Sounds of the crowd fill the air as the
band ascends the stairs of the stage. They seem to be moving in slow motion...oh wait;
they actually are in sow motion!
The band is Linkin Park and this is Live in Texas, or at least it was. The concert was filmed in August of 2003 over the course of two separate shows. The shows took place in (surprise!) Texas during the Summer Sanitarium Tour. Other bands on the tour included: Metallica, Limp Bizkit, the Deftones, and Mudvayne. This DVD includes only the performance(s) of Linkin Park.
On this DVD, the band hits hard and fast...beginning immediately after reaching the stage. The crowd is cheering and jumping in anticipation. Interestingly, any crowd noise that was there instantly ceases, and returns between songs. The performances by the band appear to be flawless. But, upon further review...
The performances by Linkin Park in this “live” album have been patched, dubbed, and spliced together as if it were one of Dr. Frankenstein’s diabolical monsters! Frankenstein may or may not have had much to do with this production. However, like his monsters, this show has some serious flaws. These flaws aren’t “deal breakers,” as they don’t take away from the experience, but I found it interesting that the producers didn’t think viewers would notice. The flaw that stood out to me most was guitarist Brad Delson’s instrument changing from a red PRS to a black Ibanez in the middle of a song!
Despite many minor flaws, I was impressed with this performance. I wish I could have been there in person. The band fully engages with the audience, even pausing to encourage would-be musicians in the crowd.
Linkin Park has a very unique sound, seemingly blending multiple genres of music to create their own niche within the music industry. The guitars and drums combine for a heavy, all most metal-rock. The dynamic singing/screaming style of Chester Bennington adds a level that is quick to stir up emotions in listeners. If that wasn’t enough, the addition of layered electronic beats and a rap-esque level of vocals add up for a truly exclusive sound. The band wisely changes tempo throughout their performance from the hard rock mosh-pit rock, to techno infused songs to slower tracks and back. I really have no idea how Bennington’s voice is able to keep such a rigorous pace.
Throughout this DVD the crowd seems to be fully engaged, at least those on the ground level do! Unfortunately, due to the level of studio work involved with this production it is impossible to get an accurate representation of the events. It is perfectly blended for home use, in without the images on the screen and the occasional strategically inserted crowd noise, it would be impossible to tell that this was a live album!
The band is Linkin Park and this is Live in Texas, or at least it was. The concert was filmed in August of 2003 over the course of two separate shows. The shows took place in (surprise!) Texas during the Summer Sanitarium Tour. Other bands on the tour included: Metallica, Limp Bizkit, the Deftones, and Mudvayne. This DVD includes only the performance(s) of Linkin Park.
On this DVD, the band hits hard and fast...beginning immediately after reaching the stage. The crowd is cheering and jumping in anticipation. Interestingly, any crowd noise that was there instantly ceases, and returns between songs. The performances by the band appear to be flawless. But, upon further review...
The performances by Linkin Park in this “live” album have been patched, dubbed, and spliced together as if it were one of Dr. Frankenstein’s diabolical monsters! Frankenstein may or may not have had much to do with this production. However, like his monsters, this show has some serious flaws. These flaws aren’t “deal breakers,” as they don’t take away from the experience, but I found it interesting that the producers didn’t think viewers would notice. The flaw that stood out to me most was guitarist Brad Delson’s instrument changing from a red PRS to a black Ibanez in the middle of a song!
Despite many minor flaws, I was impressed with this performance. I wish I could have been there in person. The band fully engages with the audience, even pausing to encourage would-be musicians in the crowd.
Linkin Park has a very unique sound, seemingly blending multiple genres of music to create their own niche within the music industry. The guitars and drums combine for a heavy, all most metal-rock. The dynamic singing/screaming style of Chester Bennington adds a level that is quick to stir up emotions in listeners. If that wasn’t enough, the addition of layered electronic beats and a rap-esque level of vocals add up for a truly exclusive sound. The band wisely changes tempo throughout their performance from the hard rock mosh-pit rock, to techno infused songs to slower tracks and back. I really have no idea how Bennington’s voice is able to keep such a rigorous pace.
Throughout this DVD the crowd seems to be fully engaged, at least those on the ground level do! Unfortunately, due to the level of studio work involved with this production it is impossible to get an accurate representation of the events. It is perfectly blended for home use, in without the images on the screen and the occasional strategically inserted crowd noise, it would be impossible to tell that this was a live album!
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