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Total Recall [VHS]

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This is a unique "documentary" on 70's British Glam Rock band Roxy Music. It's told through videos & performance clips from concerts and tv appearances. It also includes the solo work of Bryan Ferry, Phil Manzanera, Andy McKay & Eno. This is a great history of the band beginning in 1972 & ending with Bryan Ferry's performance at Live Aid in 1985. A must for any Roxy Music fan!

I bought this video long ago in order to see Roxy Music perform songs that were played endlessly on my turntable and FM radio in the 70's, before the dawn of MTV.

There are 41 songs!! crammed into approximately 90 minutes of video and I still haven't watched all of it. My favorites are "Love Is The Drug", "All I Want Is You", "Do The Strand", "Virginia Plain" and of course, "Both Ends Burning".

What a wonderful trip down memory lane! Brian Ferry's sleek lounge lizard image is the perfect complement to Brian Eno's high camp style. And the music remains superb, giving the viewer a nostalgic stroll through some of the best pop-rock sounds that originated in the glam era. A highlight is their unusual interpretation (with film clips) of Bob Dylan's classic A Hard Rain's Gonna Fall. Jealous Guy, a tribute to John Lennon, is another highlight. Stunning guest appearances by Annie Lennox, Gary Glitter, Elton John, Abba and various fashion models ensure a colourful and varied viewing experience.