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Korn: Live on the Other Side [Blu-ray]

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KoRn has often been called the inventors of "nu-metal". They don't care much for the label, but of course they've never adhered to any classification. They push the boundaries every whichway that they can but always keep in mind the #1 priority: to ROCK.

This DVD, 4th of the band's (counting the awesome performance at CBGB's on the Greatest Hits DVD), is sure to continue that priority.

All KoRn fans know of the religiously-fueled departure of founding guitarist Brian "Head" Welch from the band over a year ago. Though his out-of-the-blue (to us) exit was quite the blow for a lot of us, the rest of the band has certainly not been drug down. If anything, they have become a more mighty beast, subtly modifying minor parts of their previous songs to rock harder as well as seeping with energy 10 fold of that before Head left (not to mention the incredibly innovative--if not a little TOO weird in a couple parts--latest album "See You on the Other Side").

Presenting to our screens performances of newer monster-songs like "Liar" and "Hypocrites" as well as bringing back the classics (with a now meaner edge) like "Freak on a Leash", "A.D.I.D.A.S.", and--of course--"Blind", this high-def., explosive DVD from one of the mightiest bands of our time is sure to rock your socks clean off!!!

I thought it would be nice to add a review from someone who has actually seen this dvd.

I have seen it at home and on the big screen and WOW. It was a great show! A great mixture of songs from the new CD along with classic Korn. The way this DVD was filmed really makes you feel like you are right there at a Korn concert. Except you get the great view without getting pummeled in the pit. Oh and believe me they move and go nuts on stage! The setting in NY is a great choice because the crowd is fantastic.

Korn shows love for their fans like no other rock band as shown in some of the bonus footage which included them taking fans & US troops to NY on a private jet for the concert and playing a mini show on the plane (some of which was shown on Mtv2). Don't fall asleep on Korn's plane-you'll wake up taped to your seat! LOL.

Other bonus footage introduces you to some of the crew that have been with Korn for many many years which was cool to see also. Other hidden footage is already being found by fans by clicking around (similar to the Deuce dvd) so that's a nice extra surprise too.

All in all for a price lower then the cost of one concert ticket you can see a fantastic Korn show in your own living room!

"Live On The Other Side" -- a concert captured on the eve of the release of Korn's seventh studio album, "See You On The Other Side" marks Korn's first performance in the states since the exit of co-founding guitarist, Brian "Head" Welch. Since Korn have had a rather big year since the release of the album, it was only natural that a live DVD was released to celebrate (or capitalize) on it. This concert very well could have been Korn's victory lap. A reminder to everyone that the guys have still got it and they are still vital. And although they are, this concert and overall package just doesn't show that.

Don't get me wrong. This is a good concert, good presentation, and decent extras. However, this is not Korn at their best. This concert was back in December, before the band really got their act together for their "See You On The Other Side" world tour. This means no back-up band, no cool imagery, and virtually no stage show. What this concert is, is the four members of Korn (and guitarist Rob Patterson stuffed in the back somewhere) simply rocking out the tried and true material at The Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. Now, had Korn waited a few months and released something documenting their world tour, this DVD could have easily been more exciting. Those who saw them more recently know what I'm talking about. Not only did the back-up band help fill the empty spots, with some unique visuals and stage set-up, but the band was also in top form. Here, on this DVD, they're a little rusty.

The setlist is a bit too safe as well. Basically, it's "Greatest Hits, Vol. 1" with a mere four songs from the new album. Sure, we all love hearing "Got The Life" "Blind" and "A.D.I.D.A.S." but for my money, the best part of the world tour was hearing old, but lesser-known favorites like "Divine" "Clown" and "It's On" mixing with the more experimental new stuff like "Love Song" and "Tearjerker." Everything about Korn's show clicked when I saw them. On this performance, however, it's a bit sterile, and need I say, overproduced. Considering this is a basic Korn concert, it would have benefited the whole production if they hadn't pro-tooled everything to death. But in it's defense, at least the cameras don't cut away every half-second, like on their last "Live" DVD (and there's no cheesy CGI images integrated either).

The extras are mixed. The "Coming Undone" music video actually isn't the music video. Just the live performance. The "Jukebox," likewise, is worthless, as it just lets you select which performances to watch. However, a documentary that follows the band onboard a plane with some fans/contest winners is a real treat. Not only do you get to hear a completely warped version of "Here To Stay," but you'll also see Patterson performing with the band, unmasked and unhidden. This feature itself probably would have made a better DVD than what we got. I'm a huge Korn fan, and I'm pretty disappointed with this. What could have been a great opportunity to show a revitalized band is just predictable, going through the motions. For some reason, Korn just can't get it right with their live DVD's, and I don't understand why. Just go see them live, as soon as possible. The real thing is much, much better.

I plan on purchasing the dvd, but I have already seen the performance as I was at the show. I was in the balcony so I had a good view of everything. The show was good, not the best but good none the less. Korn should have recorded a performance from the "see you on the other side" tour, the setlist was much better. This dvd has all the Korn hits, and a few new titles, but it lacks some of the older material that was on the syotos tour. A reviewer had said that the band wasnt very active at this show, and i must say that they were active, but not as much as on the syotos tour. All in all this is a must have for a Korn fan, but it could be better. The only reason im really buying it is for the simple fact that i want to see if im on it at all. If you have the "korn live" dvd from 2002 i believe, you pretty much have this one already.

If you have ever been to a KoRn concert relive your bliss as you watch them perform an entire concert live at the Hammerstein Ballroom. If you have never seen KoRn live before then you should pick this up to see what you are missing. Not only is it a great DVD but it comes with a code for you to buy two get two free tickets to KoRn's Family Values tour! It is definately something you should all pick up and enjoy.

the concert it's great, and the dvd comes with:

the concert:
Intro
Here to stay
Twist
Got the life
Liar
ADIDAS
Coming undone
Dirty
Falling away from me
Twisted transistor
Did my time
Shoots and ladders
One
Freak on a leash
Another brick in the wall / goodbye cruel world
Blind
Somebody someone
Hypocrites
Y'all want a single

Bonus features:
See you on the other side (a documentary)
See who's on the other side (a documentary)
Coming undone (video)

juke box

dvd set up:
dolby stereo
dolby 5.1 surround
dts 5.1 surround
subtitles: french and spanish

enjoy the show, die hard fans

Released in the Spring of 2006 (to hype the upcoming "Family Values" tour), "Live on the Other Side" is a decent live release from Korn, considering it was their first (or one of the first) live performances for the band after the departure of Brian "Head" Welch. Jonathan makes reference to his absence at the end of the show. While 2002's "Live" DVD (at the same venue) had a rusty band and an overweight and out of shape Jonathan, this show has all (now 4) members in top form.

However, the setlist is pretty basic, with a few songs from their "See You On The Other Side" album, with the rest being the usuals, such as "Blind", "Freak on a Leash", and "Here to Stay". It would have been nice to see some rare stuff, but I think they, as they do with most releases, wanted to market this to the casual/former/non Korn fan.

There is an awesome MTV 2 special as an extra feature, which shows (parts of) the now infamous "airplane" performance the band gave to a group of contest winners, with battery powered amps. The advertise a "Coming Undone" video, but it's just basically an extra song from the same live show. A "jukebox" feature is also present, but it just lets you choose one of the songs from the show. Kind of a throwaway.

The band would improve their live show over the next year, adding background singers and more visuals. This is the second time they have released a Live DVD of a "early" performance. I think a compilation of performances from several shows would be better.

Apparently, a Family Values 2006 DVD is in the works, so perhaps that what we'll get. But, this is a good DVD, and worth picking up. The film quality is quite good as well, with a softer picture than other concert DVD's. Remember when MTV changed film styles for the Video Music Awards a few years back, from the bright, "LIVE" cameras to a more news-like, film style? That's what you get here, and the sound is great, too.

Thumbs UP!

This DVD is Awesome and one of KoRn's best! It is much more energetic and emotional than their KoRn live DVD from 2002 which was good. But this is GREAT! The set list is fantastiK and you get some great tracks like Dirty and a slighlty heavier version of Did my time. One of my favorite parts on the DVD is the concert intro that jonathan Davis wrote just for a Tour opener...so you wont get this track anywhere else...pretty sweet. Get this DVD now and be sure to check out KoRn on the road this summer live at the Family Values tour!

Recorded live from the Hammerstein Ballroom(much like their Korn live Dvd) in 2005, "Live on The Other side" was the tour to support new album "See You on the Other Side" which was their first album to be recorded since the departure of guitarist Brian 'Head' Welch who had found God.

So Korn rather than replace 'Head' became a four piece, while that might be fine in the studio, you know for the live gig's they would need a replacement guitarist, which they got in Robert Patterson who wouldn't become an official member, in fact on stage you wouldn't even be allowed to see him as he is hidden behind the speakers!! Yet you still catch a glimpse of him here and there. It's all rather embarrassing, their's plenty of bands who have touring members on tour with them, yet they don't hide them.

The set list is mainly made up of older material, another thing to notice is that when they do the guitar solo in "Another Brick In The Wall" which used to be done by 'Head' but is now done by James 'Munky' Shaffer you realise he doesn't play it as good as him. 'Munky' Now being the main guitar player in the band now plays all 'Heads' parts and Patterson plays Munky's. Also for backing vocals such as in "Somebody Someone" 'Munky' now performs the backing vocals, however it's not the same. The older material stands out better than the material from "See You On The Other Side", songs such as "A.D.I.D.A.S", "Got The Life" and the brilliant "Freak On A Leash" sound great compared to "Hypocrites" and "Liar".

Their is a few extra's such as performing for competition winners on a plane, this time Patterson is not covered up(surely they could have hid him in the toilet or something). They of course now play with a guitarist in sight and a keyboardist, it's just a pity they didn't do that for this tour. Get the first live Korn dvd instead or Korn live at Montreux to see how good live this band really are! Are simply check them out next time they are in your area.

I purchased the Live at Montreaux BD and was seriously disappointed because the vocals was so subdued and weak. Not so for Live on the Other Side where the vocals were strong and energetic, and the band sounded more cohesive. Sound quality is very good as well. Very happy I purchased it. If your a Korn fan you won't be disappointed.