Product Details

• Actors: B.B. King
• Directors: Leon Gast
• Producers: Alan Douglas, David Sonenberg
• Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
• Region: All Regions
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Geneon [Pioneer]
• DVD Release Date: May 13, 1998
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 6304924771
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #250,975 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
• For more information about "King, B.B. / Live in Africa" visit the Internet Movie Database (IMDb)

Editorial Reviews

In 1974 one of the great fights of the century was taking place in Kinshasa, Zaire, between George Foreman, the champion and Mohammed Ali. Sponsored by the government of Zaire, it was a celebration of black sports and entertainment. Consequently, America's most popular black artists were invited to entertain the many thousands of people from around the world who had come to see the great battle. Among these great entertainers was B.B. King, performing for an audience of more than 50,000 fans. Their shows were shot in 35mm on six cameras and directed by Leon Gast who recently won an Academy Award for When We Were Kings. If you look closely you will see Muhammad Ali in the audience of both these shows. Classic BB King live performance including the songs To Know You Is To Love You, I Believe In My Soul, Why I Sing The Blues, Ain't Nobody Home, Sweet Sixteen, The Thrill Is Gone, Guess Who, and I Like To Live The Song.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Eargasmic and electric, August 2, 1999

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Mike Curtis ([e-mail]) (OKC, Oklahoma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: King, B.B. / Live in Africa (DVD)

Long before DVD, BB King has put on performances like this around the world! If you have never seen him in concert, this is your chance. This concert is eargasmic and full of electricity. DVD format allows you to experience this legend at his best in the privacy of your own home. Invite friends; put it on the BIG screen TV! But don't miss out on this performance. This is one you will enjoy over and over again.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Get ready to close your eyes, sway your head & tap your foot, August 25, 2000

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Maurice Z. Crosby Jr. "moec" (Trenton, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: King, B.B. / Live in Africa (DVD)

BB in Africa is an outstanding concert! Although it was recorded in the 70's, the sound quality is great. Most true Blues fans grew up listening to less than perfect Mono recordings of the blues. Well, here is great sound and video of one of the greatest!

I have seen BB twice in my life and will surely go again if the chance arises. But now, I can pop in the DVD and see him whenever I want.

The stage is packed with band members. Backed by a full horn and rhythm section, BB and Lucille play their unmistakable style blues. This is a must for Blues fans. Don't miss this classic performance on DVD. Crank up the volume and get ready to close your eyes, sway your head and tap your foot.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A BLUES FAN MUST HAVE!, July 13, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: King, B.B. / Live in Africa (DVD)

I WAS NOT A BIG BB. KING FAN UNTIL THIS DVD VIDEO. THE COMBINATION OF GOOD VIDEO AND CLEAN SOUND MAKE IT WORTH YOUR MONEY. IF YOU HAVE DOLBY DIGITAL YOUR EARS ARE SITTIN IN THE CAT BIRDS SEAT. HE CAN SING AND PLAY THAT GUITAR. MY FAVORITE IS "THE THRILL IS GONE." TURN IT UP AND ENJ0Y. WELL WORTH YOUR MONEY.