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Hit Man: David Foster And Friends [Blu-ray]

5 star:		(70)
4 star:		(8)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

First off let me say I am not a fan of "double dipping" but I made an exception for this disc after purchasing the DVD version several months back I knew it was a must own on BD when I saw it come out last week. For those who thought it was full screen, relax it just like the DVD, 16:9 widescreen. I give the picture quality 4/5 stars. It is an amazing improvement over the SD DVD. Slight grain and some noticeable edge enhancement keep it from being a perfect 5.

Now for the hidden Easter Egg I found! The Menu list only 2 Channel PCM Stereo or Dolby Digital 5.1 BUT I was cycling through the audio formats on my remote and low and behold DTS 5.1 - HD Master popped up on the screen !!!!!! It was a HUGE improvement. All of the sudden the audio exploded out of the A/V receiver with jaw dropping clarity. I give the audio 5/5.

This has become my defacto concert demo disc until David Foster gets together with Andrea Bocelli and they re-release the 2006 "Under the Desert Sky" on Blu-Ray (please, please!). This concert has something for everybody. Over 2 dozen stars in just over 2 hours that goes by in what seems like only 30 minutes.

Here is the full listing of artist:

1 Introduction - Andre Agassi
2 St. Elmo's Love Theme - Kenny G
3 Can't Help Falling In Love - David Foster
4 Beauty/Man In Motion - Michael Johns
5 Mornin'/After The Love Has Gone - Brian McKnight
6 Video - Barbra Streisand
7 Somewhere - Katharine McPhee
8 Through The Fire - Renee Olstead
9 Got To Be Real - Cheryl Lynn
10 Wildflower - Blake Shelton
11 Video: Urban Cowboy
12 Love Look What You've Done - Boz Scaggs
13 Jo Jo - Boz Scaggs
14 Chocolate Legs - Eric Benet
15 Hard To Say I'm Sorry/You're The Inspiration/Glory Of Love - Peter Cetera
16 Amapola - Andrea Bocelli
17 Because We Believe - Andrea Bocelli
18 Prayer, The - Katharine McPhee/Andrea Bocelli
19 Asturias - William Joseph
20 Because You Loved Me - David Foaster/David Foster/Celine Dion
21 I Swear - Kevon/Babyface
22 Feeling Good - Michael Buble
23 Home - Michael Buble/Blake Shelton
24 Save The Last Dance - Michael Buble
25 Video: Bodyguard With Kevin Costner
26 I Have Nothing/I Will Always Love You - Charice
27 Alla Luce Del Sole - Josh Groban
28 Bridge Over Troubled Water - Josh Groban/Brian McKnight
29 You Raise Me Up - Josh Groban
30 Got To Be Real - All

This is a must own concert disc if ever there was one.

I saw this concert when it was on PBS and thought it was superb. When it was released as a cd/dvd combo I was intrigued but cautious. The cd had just a few songs and I have a blu ray player. Thank God I waited for here it is on blu ray and it is spellbinding, using blu ray and all its capabilities to their full effect.

The video is crytal clear, crisp with vibrant colors. The thing that is truly amazing here is the audio. The menu just shows a 5.1 surround option but be sure to go thru the audio options on your blu ray remote for there is a spectacular lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 option. This is reason enough to purchase this concert. I don't understand why they don't show this option on the menu or on the case. The music will soar out of your theater system. Spoken word as well as singing and instrumental are all stunning.

The concert itself deserves the highest accolades. There is almost 2 1/2 hours here of music. It t is the perfect mix of conversation between David and each artist with the majority of the time being given to the music. And it is music of the highest caliber. Everyone will have some favorites here but each artist is in top form and each performance is perfection. I didn't fast forward through any part of this. My personal favorite is Katharine McPhee's powerful performance of SOMEWHERE and spellbinding duet with Andrea Bocelli on THE PRAYER. I am also a huge Michael Buble fan and his charm and talent are put on full display here. Kenny G, Josh Groban and Boz Scaggs are all superb. I had never heard Blake Shelton before and I am a new fan. I also got to relive my disco days with the amazing vocals of Cheryl Lynn on GOT TO BE REAL.

This concert is a production of total class from beginning to end. Each artist is given their time in the spotlight. David Foster shows grace and true humility as his full musical legacy is displayed. This concert is a must have and if you have blu ray you will be astonished at its visual and vocal beauty. Even if you already have the dvd it is worth double dipping to get the glorious blu ray. And if you don't have blu ray then you must get the dvd.

Enjoy this must have concert. It is a definite treat you will watch over and over.

For anyone that likes all kinds of music. This show was probably the best show I've seen. I live in Las Vegas & go to a lot of shows. I was in the audience for this show & I've seen the PBS special. I took my sister & we walked out of there after 4hrs just amazed. I'm glad I can buy the DVD so I can always watch this when I want. There are not enough words to describe how fantastic this show was.

This is a celebration of 30+ years of David Foster's career.
I didn't know he wrote or produced so many great songs especially
during 80's & 90's.

As a Blu-ray Disc, I'd rate Video Quality 4.5 Star and Audio 5 Star.
As stated this show won't be complete without proper 5.1 surround
sound system. The sound with DTS Master Audio 5.1 was just fabulous!
It really gave a good workout for my home theater system.

There are several big name artists such as Andrea Bocelli,Peter Cetera,
Brian Mcknight,Josh Groban etc..however there are some surprises too.
Young singer Charice from Philipines was fantastic!

This concert is enjoyable for almost everyone especially if you like pop
music from 80's and 90's. It's definitely recommended for music lovers.

i actually already have the DVD for this title, but i was so glad when receiving & playing the Blu-Ray one, since it's really beyond my expectation.. the quality of the picture & sound are excellent.. i am so amazed by this show and more impressed when enjoying the Blu-Ray, it's awesome!

I must say this live show on dvd is one of the best I've seen so far. David Foster has given us a taste of what everyone can enjoy in viewing a 2 hour live show without getting bored. A great producer like David made sure that the quality of video & DTS 5.1 sound is rich and worth the money to spend. I myself noticed that when his guest Peter Cetera walks on stage...grabs the mic and starts to sing...wow! his voice comes out crystal clear. There is a long list of singers that we all know who give outstanding performances without errors in pitch. Forget about thinking should I buy this dvd? GO NOW AND BUY IT! You won't regret it.

I did not think much of Bocelli before, but with his three songs here, he just blew me and my wife away. He sang as if he had a power amplifier hidden somewhere inside his body. The audience's reaction said it all. Peter Cetera, performing just before Bocelli and himself an incredible singer, just shook his head and sighed that it was tough being in the same room with Bocelli warming up.

I bought the DVD, and I am going to buy the Blu-ray. For once, my wife encourages me to double dip.

This is not the type of dvd I would normally purchase. More often than not, I would seek out a rock opera, or a folk festival, or perpaps even a woodstock retrospective. But I took a flyer with David Foster, and could not have been more satisfied. In fact, I was watching it tonight for the third time in three nights. It is a mastepiece concert with several jewels. The "Prayer" with Andrea Bocelli and Katherine McPhee is one for the ages. As an unapoligetic American Idol fan, I never imagined Katherine sounding like this with one of the greats of out time. And Josh Grobin, with You Raise Me Up inspires all. This is not the kid we remember from Allie McBiel. Among these masterpieces are sprinkled good performances fom Boz Scaggs, Michael Buble and Brian McNight. Those of you with Blue Ray will enjoy the crisp sound and picture quality. Buy this Blue Ray DVD and enjoy it again and again.

Wayne

I watched this film on TV first and watched it again and again on my blu-ray DVD. David, you are crazy and I love you! I love your music, your personality, your relentless effort to introduce young artists and unselfishness to lend your Midas touch to help them set a great example that only your heart can match! This show is wonderfully produced and professionally executed. It is flawless! In my personal Blu-ray collection, this one is in par with BBC's Planet Earth.

I knew a little about David foster, but had no idea the extent of his talent or influence on so many stars. Of course it is a two lane highway, and his artist reward him. In some cases he joins in with the stars, his love of life and music shows.

This is with out a doubt the best of the best. It was like being in the front row of a Vegas or Broadway show. Just a short introduction for each guest and a few words about how they all got where they are. Perfect.

The stars and hits just keep coming. This is worth the buy at triple the price, and I highly recommend buying and enjoying this DVD.