Customer Reviews

Behind the Decks LIVE (CD + DVD)

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I picked this up the day it came out at a local music store because I didn't wanna wait for Amazon to ship it to me, I was -that- excited. I wasn't let down by any means. If you own BTD, you'll see a considerable improvement in the DVD side of things. The constant concert footage on the DVD adds alot to the experience. For the CD, it's more...how should I put this...realistic. I don't wanna say BTD was made completely in studio, because I've seen BBB move that fast, however, you actually get to enjoy a track before moving into the next with this new album.

One thing it doesn't have is a handful of tracks by JJ Flores and Steve Smooth. There are a few, and they're all worthwhile tracks, but you'll see more variety on this album.

If you've seen BBB live in the past year, you'll recognize a few notable tracks, like Teasing Mr. Charlie vs House ain't givin up, which will bring back memories.

Overall, I highly recommend it to anybody who just wants a solid house party CD.

My boyfriend and I picked this up at a BBB/JJ Flores event in town. Definately worth the cash we dropped on it. The live tracks are great (clearly, it's bad boy bill!). BBB is definately an essential house DJ, and if you like anything he's done, BTD is an excellent choice.

Bought this on day 1. I must say that i am biased, as BBB is my favorite DJ so i have been pretty much anticipating this for 3 years now. That being said, he definately delivers. I was a little worried when i heard his new mix was going to be live because i love studio mixes as they add something you cant really get live (i can see him live all the time, so i sometimes want something a little more produced and thought out). But i am definately not dissapointed with this. a perfect representation of what you get at a live show. The dancers, the videos, the mixing are all top notch. I am actually happy that he released this like this as its like having him mix live right in your living room, and the DTS soundtrack delivers. If you saw BTD, then you should already know what type of extras to expect on this dvd. As far as the music goes, hes always changing his style and that is a good thing. These tracks all sound good and none of them feel out of place. I loved every minute.

a few cons: -no dual copy scratching (i love tricks like this and BBB is the best at them). there is scratching, but simple tricks and nothing over the top. i wanted a little more, but i usually do as tricks like this bring the energy up for me.
-no surround sound mix. let me rephrase that, as there is a surround sound mix to it, only the music isnt 5.1 as BTD was. the surround channels only have the crowd and give you a sense of being at the club. Its awesome for this type of mix (a live mix), but after hearing BTD blasting in DTS 5.1 with scratches jumping from speaker to speaker, it feels a little like taking a step back.

overall: incredible. this is the reason why he is my favorite, he always brings top notch music and a top notch vibe. i recommend to anybody that likes house music to pick this up.

Bad Boy Bill once again shows us why he is one of the best. Every track will get you bobbing your head no matter where you are. The DVD that comes with the CD is great, as it shows what goes into one of his shows. All Bad Boy Bill fans must have this one.

This makes you want to dance and makes you anticipate the coming of the talented DJ. He will be in Mpls, MN tonight and I gotta say, I am pumped.
The track selection is excellent and yes, he does not do any over the top scratching, but he saves that sh@t for when he performs live.
If he comes close to your town, I suggest you go see him before he resides in chicago forever.
He has been in the biz since the 80's and there is a reason for that.

Perfect, this is exactly what I needed just coming off of Winter Music Week down in South Miami Beach. This is a sick package!!! The dopest peak hour club sounds and a live DVD from club dates at some of the best nights out in the US? Bad Boy Bill holds it down! Key cuts in the mix include tracks by Peace Division, John Dahlback, Cajmere, and the Bad Boy himself. A must have.

I used to check this guy out, back when I was in Chicago in the mid/late 90s. He's been in the game for a while and it shows. DVD is great and brings back some great memories. Audio selection is a good mix of new (at the time) stuff and more classic sounds/samples. Not his best, but still a solid 5-star record. Fans of BBB or Chicago-style house will enjoy this.

only thing i didnt like is the fact that "put your hands up for detroit" lyrics are changed. does bbb do that with every city he visits??
the cd is well put together and the track selection is great.
def worth the buy.

It was different than all of Bill's earlier beats, but listening to it a bunch of times I was craving it.. good music indeed

Its not badd different from his previous mixes liked banging the box series. His intro was good start. Needs more of that old school mixing.