Product Details

• Format: Color, Dolby, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: Unrated
• Studio: Eagle Rock Ent
• DVD Release Date: July 26, 2005
• Run Time: 83 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B0009Y2654
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #119,742 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

R&B legend Rick James was one of the most influential black musicians of all time. As an artist, songwriter and producer, James provided the funky hits that resuscitated Motown Records in the late ‘70s. His Punk Funk sound updated the label’s style and saw it through the mid-’80s. By 1981, Rick was at the peak of his commercial success with the platinum selling Street Songs album and the hit singles "Super Freak" and "Give It to Me Baby."

The following year, Rick James & the Stone City Band took the stage in Essen, Germany to open the 10th Rockpalast-Festival. This 1982 performance was the first time James played in Europe, bringing his brand of American Punk Funk to a whole new audience. Together with the Stone City Band, James did not disappoint, burning up the stage with his trademark sound and special effects.

Now for the first-time, this classic performance is available on DVD. Featuring classic hits like "You and I," "Mary Jane," and of course, "Super Freak," this is Rick James at his very best. Super Freak 1982 is not only a must-have collectors item but also a fitting tribute to an R&B legend.

Track Listing: 1. Intro 2. Ghetto Life 3. Big Time 4. All Day All Night 5. Freaky 6. Fire It Up 7. Love Gun 8. Guitar Solo 9. Harp Bolo (Call Me Up) 10. Big Day 11. Standing On The Top 12. Mary Jane 13. Mary Jane March 14. You and I 15. Give It To Me Baby 16. Super Freak

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Last Great Funkateer!!!!!!!!, July 30, 2005

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A customer "mistermaxxx" (usa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rick James: Super Freak Live 1982 (DVD)

back in the day nobody was out-Funking Rick James. together with the stone City Band Rick James always had a smoking Synth,Guitar,bass,Synth Driven Groove that kept Heads Bopping.then he could turn around&make a smoothed out slow Jam. very Versatile Soul brother. I have seen this concert for years.Rick showcased how He got down. this was Rick in His Prime&Peak.Rick was Sharp,funky&funny all at once. this is a Must have show for any fan of the Funk. Rick James was the last Great funkateer this show showcases the bandleader in Rick&How His Band was on Point from start to Finish.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars RIP, Papa (1948-2004), August 8, 2006

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S. Castellano "DJ Lady Maverick" (Brooklyn, NY United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Rick James: Super Freak Live 1982 (DVD)

As a huge fan of the original Punk-Funker, I was very excited to receive this for my birthday! The band was TIGHT! I never saw him in concert (I was too young then) but to see him on DVD has truly made my year! Rick kept the crowd going, even after he and the band finished their set and left the stage!

My highlights for me has got to be the MARY JANE MARCH (showing Rick giving a nod to Leopold), ALL DAY ALL NIGHT, & FREAKY!

A must have for Rick James fans!

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Wake Up, December 30, 2005

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Paul Owns Jr. "Real Deal" (Milwauke Wisconsin) - See all my reviews
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People People People Please! If you have ever seen Rick James live you would know this is the real Rick James. The one that showed up for the show but forgot to bring the show with him. The band was cooking soul food while Rick was in the backstage eating. When he was on stage he was rushing through it all so he could get backstage to Mary Jane. I love Rick James but let's face it, this was one that should have got away. I was very upset buying this junk, it's not how I want to remmember Rick James. If he had spent more time on the set and actually sing his songs than jumping around and messing with the crowd, who you could feel they wanted Rick to cut to the chase and stop getting them up for a flash of James. ONE STAR!