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The latest addition to the acclaimed & award winning Classic Albums series tells the story behind the making of one of Heavy Metal's greatest achievements: "Paranoid" by Black Sabbath. Released in the autumn of 1970, the band's second album is regarded by many as the finest Heavy Metal album of all time, is hugely influential and has come to define the Heavy Metal genre. The four original members of Black Sabbath: Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler and Bill Ward talk us through the making of the album, together with the original engineer via interviews, demonstrations, archive videos and use of the original multi-track tapes.
Bonus Features:
Over 40 minutes of additional interviews, archive footage and new demonstrations not included in the broadcast version.
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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a HUGE fan of Sabbath AND the Classic Album series - I would be lying if I said this wasn't somewhat of a disappointment. Overall, it seemed more like a "VH-1 Behind the Music" segment, than an in-depth look at a "Classic Album".
The first 10 - 20 minutes ran through everything true Sabbath fans already know, such as Tony's finger tips and Geezer's vision. There was entirely too much focus on the political climate of the time, with tons of footage from Vietnam and civil unrest of the late 60's - early 70's. While the era certainly had a bearing on the band's inspiration, the amount of time devoted to it simply robbed viewers of a comprehensive look into the production of an incredible album.
Segments where the producer isolated the recordings to showcase instruments and parts seemed rushed and very short, almost as filler to break up each main segment. For instance, Rodger Bain commented on a particular track and said something to the effect of (I'm paraphrasing here) "This is my all time favorite vocal track from Ozzy. He sang this to perfection, so menacing and soulful". I just knew he would play the isolated vocal track. I mean - it seemed too obvious - but, nope - bam - right back to the VH-1 style presentation. When I found myself yelling at the TV - "Play the track!! let's hear it!!!!" I knew this was NOT what I was hoping for.
REDEMPTION (of sorts)
For those longing for more in-depth coverage of Geezer, Tony and Bill's incredible talents - rest assured - you will get your fix in the bonus segments. It's a shame the producers choose not to include this footage in the main feature. There's plenty of track isolation, demonstrations and live performances to satisfy. In fact, if it weren't for the bonus material - I would have given this review 1 star.
The first 10 - 20 minutes ran through everything true Sabbath fans already know, such as Tony's finger tips and Geezer's vision. There was entirely too much focus on the political climate of the time, with tons of footage from Vietnam and civil unrest of the late 60's - early 70's. While the era certainly had a bearing on the band's inspiration, the amount of time devoted to it simply robbed viewers of a comprehensive look into the production of an incredible album.
Segments where the producer isolated the recordings to showcase instruments and parts seemed rushed and very short, almost as filler to break up each main segment. For instance, Rodger Bain commented on a particular track and said something to the effect of (I'm paraphrasing here) "This is my all time favorite vocal track from Ozzy. He sang this to perfection, so menacing and soulful". I just knew he would play the isolated vocal track. I mean - it seemed too obvious - but, nope - bam - right back to the VH-1 style presentation. When I found myself yelling at the TV - "Play the track!! let's hear it!!!!" I knew this was NOT what I was hoping for.
REDEMPTION (of sorts)
For those longing for more in-depth coverage of Geezer, Tony and Bill's incredible talents - rest assured - you will get your fix in the bonus segments. It's a shame the producers choose not to include this footage in the main feature. There's plenty of track isolation, demonstrations and live performances to satisfy. In fact, if it weren't for the bonus material - I would have given this review 1 star.
29 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray|Amazon Verified Purchase
The Classic Album series is one of the best in the business. From artists to producers to sound engineers to famous journalists, Classic Albums dissects the music that matters most. This time around they take on one of Metal's all time great releases, Black Sabbath's Paranoid.
The documentary features new and candid interviews with all four of Sabbath's original members including vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bass player Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward. Behind the board, showing off the original master tapes is none other than the future famous producer Tom Allom (Def Leppard, Judas Priest). It is fascinating to hear all of the parts separately and then put together as the classic Paranoid was being built.
Everyone involved tells the story of what it was like to be a member of Black Sabbath touring America and become both famous and infamous at the same time. This is a legendary album by a legendary band. Hearing the sounds and the stories behind "Iron Man," "War Pigs," Paranoid," "Fairies Wear Boots" and "Electric Funeral" will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The documentary features new and candid interviews with all four of Sabbath's original members including vocalist Ozzy Osbourne, guitarist Tony Iommi, bass player Geezer Butler and drummer Bill Ward. Behind the board, showing off the original master tapes is none other than the future famous producer Tom Allom (Def Leppard, Judas Priest). It is fascinating to hear all of the parts separately and then put together as the classic Paranoid was being built.
Everyone involved tells the story of what it was like to be a member of Black Sabbath touring America and become both famous and infamous at the same time. This is a legendary album by a legendary band. Hearing the sounds and the stories behind "Iron Man," "War Pigs," Paranoid," "Fairies Wear Boots" and "Electric Funeral" will keep you on the edge of your seat.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
worth every penny- nice to see all 4 members talking about it- Sabbath is the best band ever
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Quite interesting
I enjoyed the TV broadcast, but the additional material is a must-see. It's a chance to know the members in their relaxed environment, mastering their instruments, telling... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Fabio Esquivel Ch
Awesome
This is just an awesome documentary of one of the best and probably most ground breaking albums of all time.
Published 14 months ago by D. Reed
Best album of all!!!
Black Sabbath & Family Footage Archives : June 29, 2010 Eagle Rock Entertainment Presents Classic Albums: Black Sabbath's Paranoid. Read more
Published 17 months ago by eddie baggett
Never "got" Black Sabbath ? This DVD might help!
The mostly terrific Classic Albums series serves up another musically focused documentary - this time with Heavy Metal pioneers Black Sabbath. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Jim Stalker
Great for Sabbath Fans
If you like metal, then you love Tony Iommi who is clearly one of the most influential guitarists of all time. Read more
Published 20 months ago by James Hinshaw
Good stuff
But I was expecting at least one full lenth song... but it's amazing to see how they still have the talent...
Published 20 months ago by Vinicius C. Brito
Very Entertaining
This is a really enjoyable DVD, even if your not a huge fan. The stories are really funny.
And to see Iommi go thru all his riffs is priceless. Read more
And to see Iommi go thru all his riffs is priceless. Read more
Published 21 months ago by P. Cappiello
Black Sabbath rules !!!
This DVD is so cool it is packed full of crunchie Riff's from one of the Most Classic Heavy Metal Bands of our time every thing from the interviews to the rare footage every... Read more
Published 22 months ago by jimi hendrix
Good way to celebrate a great album
The Classic Album series is an impressive one. They've taken some of my favorite artists and have went inside some of my all time favorite albums. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mickbeatle
Black Sabbath (paranoid) classic albums on dvd
When I first saw this I knew I had to have it, so I went on Amazon, but lets get to the DVD, Black Sabbath paranoid is a classic dont believe me look it up in the dictionary it... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Robert Schaeffer
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