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Blackfoot: Live in Kentucky

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I DID BUY THIS. THE DVD IS GREAT, GREAT CAMERA WORK AND THE BAND SOUNDS GREAT. BUT I HAVE TO PRETEND THE BAND ISN'T CALLED BLACKFOOT. I KNOW WHEN THEY GOT TOGETHER GREG AND CREW CALLED MEDLOCKE AND HE SAID HE WAS HAPPY IN SKYNYRD AND DIDN'T WANT TO REJOIN THEM. (I BELEIVE HE SHOULD HAVE JOIN THE GUYS IN BLACKFOOT AGAIN) BUT HE DID CARRY ON BLACKFOOT AS THE ONLY ORIGINAL MEMBER FROM 87-96. WHEN HE DECIDED TO END BLACKFOOT IT ENDED WITH HIM. THE OTHER GUYS WERE IN THE SOUTHERN ALL STARS BAND THAT DID BLACKFOOT SONGS ALREADY. AS WELL AS OTHER SOUTHERN ROCK BANDS SONGS. WHY NOT JUST KEEP THAT GOING????. AND THE NEW SINGER (WHO WAS IN BLACKFOOT AS GUITARIST IN THE LATE 80'S) SOUNDS GOOD, NO BAD NOD TO HIM BUT NOONE COULD REPLACE MEDLOCKE. HIS PERSONNA IS SO LINKED TO BLACKFOOT THAT IT'S HARD TO WATCH ANYONE AS 'BLACKFOOT'S LEAD SINGER'. BUT FORGET THE NAME AND THIS IS A GREAT CONCERT DVD. RICKY MEDLOCKE, PLZ DO SOLO ALBUM OR REJOIN BLACKFOOT.

As a fan of "Blackfoot" this concert DVD was nothing more than a pipedream for fans because for years a reunion of the band didn't seem possible. This concert DVD of "Blackfoot" showcases the band in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the Mountain Arts Center in Prestonsburg Kentucky in 2007 and the band definitely gives the fans their monies worth. Sadly the original drummer Jakson Spires passed away on March 16/ 2005 and the band would no longer be the same. Fortunately Michael Sollars from New Orleans joined the band and he is behind the drum kit for this show. Michael Sollars does a great job on the drums but Jakson Spires is definitely missed on this magic night of music and memories in Kentucky.

Formed in 1969 by Bassist Greg T. Walker "Blackfoot's" music has been entertaining fans for some 40 years and it's earned them the title of "The Boys of Southern Metal" for a reason. For fans not familiar with they're distinctive southern metal sound it's a smooth blend of southern twang and hard rock and it has definitely inspired many other bands who have followed in their footsteps. The bands eternal footprint in southern metal rock has been firmly planted and they are definitely the stuff that rock legends are made of.

I don't know how much money went into this DVD but overall I think it's a solid effort put out by the band and I'm glad I own it. It's by no means a big budget production from Dead Line Music and Cleopatra Records in my opinion but it really has the look and feel of a big studio release. The disc packaging and disc artwork are well done. I would rate the picture & sound at about a 7/10. The picture is pretty decent even if it appears a little out of focus at times and the Dolby Surround Sound is really consistent throughout. The editing and camera work is pretty solid and fans of "Blackfoot" should come away very pleased with this one.

On a final note some fans may be disappointed to learn that original lead singer Ricky Medlocke did not rejoin the band and the present lead singer is Bobby Barth. While Bobby Barth does an admirable job he`s definitely no Ricky Medlocke and I had a hard time warming up to him. Overall I really enjoyed this live concert and I hope more from "Blackfoot" is on the way.

DVD Songs Include:
-Railroad Man
-Wishing Well
-I Got a Line on You
-Baby Blue
-Sunshine Again
-Every Man Should Know
-Fox Chase
-Left Turn on a Red Light
-On the Run
-Guitar Solos
-Rollin' & Tumblin'
-Fly Away
-Train, Train
-Highway Song
-Good Morning

Bonus Material Includes:
-Band Interview
-Biography
-Discography
-Photo Album
-Production Credits

Blackfoot is one of the greatest forgotten
southern rock bands of all times! The music
is still as great today even though this
isn't the original lineup! The two new
guitarist can't replace Medlocke but they
do a great job & the band is smoking! I
didn't think possible to like this without
Medlocke or Spiers but I have to say if your
a Blackfoot or rock fan this is a great show!

Husband loves the DVD. Thanks to a review that was published we purchased this one versus the other one. This one has more songs. Better visually also

When the dvd first started I was like " what the heck is this country dude with short hair jumping around on stage with them), but I shut up and gave it a chance. I know its sad to see Blackfoot without Jakson Spires (who died recently) and rickey Medlocke, but you still get to see Charlie and Greg which was great! They are both captivating musicians. I mostly just watched those 2 guys through the show (it's half of Blackfoot). Greg performs in authentic native american garb which is so awesome (like the original Blackfoot) Greg kinda reminds me of Geddy Lee in 2112/all the worlds astage Rush.

I was very happy they did almost every song from "Strikes" like "Baby Blue" and I'm glad they didn't ignore the "Tomcattin" album (thats their 2nd best album after Strikes, maybe even equal), including "Fox Chase" and "Every Man Should Know" which I think is their 2 absolute best songs (other than Highway Song n Train Train)that never gets airplay on the radio and that's a shame cause both of those should have been top 10 Hits!

It's actually an enjoyable show if you give it a chance. But I do wish Rickey would get together with the band for another tour/video. We are all gonna die waiting around for an original Blackfoot reunion. What is he waiting for???? Stop playin around with Skynyrd, they are always touring, but how often can you see Blackfoot? Now That's something special!

WARNING Rick Medlocke is not here, but this is really a great concert. But be WARNED it is the same concert that is being sold under a different name & cover. I bought the other one too, "Blackfoot: Train Train-Southern Rocks Best Live. If U ever liked Blackfoot U will like the concert, just put it on & R.[rock]I.[in]P.[peace]. I also think the other one has better video, this one appears a little blurred.

It's a low dollar production - They don't have huge money.
Format - 4:3
Video Q - Very good
Audio Q - Like ZZ top's DVD
Performance - These guy's give 100%.
Vocals - Well, they been around a few years.
Interview - Pretty interesting
Summary - Would be a great warmup band for someone like Gov't Mule. They would be a perfect band at Buffalo Chip during Sturgis. A great biker band! I would pay to see them. If you like the Allman Brothers OR Lynyrd Skynyrd add this one to your collection.

This band has been around since the late 60's

Rick Medlocke may be with Skynyrd now, and Jackson Spires has passed on, but the great sound of Blackfoot continues. I saw the original group more than once in concert-all I can say is the newer members are fully capable of rocking like the band always did. They are true professionals.

Excellent!!! Live in Kentucky Blackfoot is by far one of the best concert DVD's I've come across in along time.

Not all the original members but still a great show. If you are a fan then you must have!