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Reggae on the River

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Are you kidding me? This dvd is one of my favorite reggae concert dvds of all time, and I have a collection of nearly 100 now. The opening Third World "96 Degrees in the Shade" will amaze you; Michael Franti blows everyone away with "We Don't Stop", David Lindley is superb with "Quarter of a Man", and Anthony B gives one of his best performances ever recorded on film. If "Raid the Barn" or Toots and the Maytals don't get you skankin', then nothing on this planet will. I was at Reggae on the River 06, and this dvd was the reason we decided to make that trip from San Diego. A MUST HAVE! I would give this one 6 stars if humanly possible. A few of the songs are a little disappointing (I'm not a big fan of Baby Cham, and Marcia Griffiths butchers Bob Marley's classic "Redemption Song"), but the rest are absolutely phenomenal. If all reggae concert dvds had this level of production quality, then it would make our lives a lot eaiser. BUY THIS DVD!!! You'll thank me later.

WOW!!! What can I say more about this DVD than it's probably the best reggae DVD on the market. Good Music and extraordinary quality in sound and picture. Anyone who owns reggae DVDs knows: Sometimes the quality really sucks or is just OK. But this one is at least fantastic in sound & picture quality. I've never been at this festival but visited some others. And I can really say: There are hardly other music DVDs that give you such a live feeling as "Reggae at the River" does. For those who love reggae music: THIS DVD IS A MUST!!!

"Reggae on the River" offers a surprisingly thorough look at America's largest reggae festival. Entitled "the story," the first disc looks at the festival experience. Reggae on the River happens at one of the most beautiful sites imaginable. The event is not held at a concert venue but on an actual section of California's Eel River. Campers must actually navigate river rocks to pitch their tents. The charitable motivation of the event is explained. Entitled "the music," the second DVD features live nuggets. The first few songs are epic. Available on an accompanying CD, Third World's '96 Degrees In The Shade,' Culture's 'International Herb' and Toots & The Maytals' '54-46 Was My Number' comprise the highlights. Reading the other reviews, it becomes clear that some fans don't yet know the difference between dancehall and hip-hop. If Bob Marley and roots reggae is the listener's definition of reggae, the live disc will be uneven given the attention to dancehall and pop reggae. In this respect, the disc covers a broad scope of popular Jamaican music, only excluding dub. While the audio and video for both discs is excellent, the second disc is beautifully mixed for surround sound. "Reggae on the River" portrays an epic event that makes the viewer want to pack up the VW and drive straight to Humboldt County!

I was at this concert this year - the 20th anniversary. It was such a great experience, and it is so fun to relive it. The music is fabulous. What talented artists. A great purchaser for any true lover of reggae music. You won't be disappointed.

im assuming that the dvd is a compilation of various years of reggae on the river...

does anyone know what year toots performance is?

This title is a gem. The Woodstock of Reggae. Three day's of peace, love and music. The AQ/ VQ is outstanding. Why is this title out of print? The message is clear, clear from the roots of Bob Marley's message. Jah!

Find a used copy while you can.

If reggae music is your passion, don't miss the lovely REGGAE ON THE RIVER 2-DVD set: it captures in depth and detail the story of Humboldt County California annual Reggae on the River festival, now into its 20th year.

 Disc 1 focuses on the story of how the festival evolved from a fund-raiser to replace a community center torched in an arson fire to its present incarnation as one of the largest, most popular music festivals in California.

Disc 2 of REGGAE ON THE RIVER  provides a focus on the music itself, gathering the finest moments from the 3-day festival's 20th anniversary show and including bonus menus and tracks.

What can you say - this is the BEST reggae festival in the world and this DVD brings it all home for you. If you love this festival or if you love reggae you won't go wrong with this one.

i wasn't crazy about the lousy hip hop included along with a bit too many white arms raised as if in a heil position. i found the

dvd dissapointing and realize its not my cup of meat. i am just not into non-conservative genres and some truly off key singers. i only LOVED THIRD WORLD for maybe 2 tunes. the rest just seemed boring.

rap doesn't belong especially when the rap artist attempts to sing and fails miserably.