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5.0 out of 5 stars
I can't see me loving nobody but you, December 26, 2002
This review is from: The Turtles - Happy Together (DVD)
There's no doubt in my mind that The Turtles were probably the most underrated band from the 60s. "And who believes that my wildest dreams and my craziest schemes will come true? You baby, nobody but you." Where are the songs today that can pack that much simple emotion in so few words, with a tune that makes you want to smile and sing along? This DVD shows a band that has had its share of hard times and good times, and somehow seem to have retained a sense of humor about it all. Where was Al Nichol, the lead guitarist? I would like to have heard more about their song arrangements etc. That aside, five stars for a good time, good vibe and good memories. Take notes during the manager story. You'll need them.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of laughs and fine music, January 16, 2002
This review is from: The Turtles - Happy Together (DVD)
Why this band isn't in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is a mystery... The Turtles were a mix of great musical talent and enormous humor. Fronted by Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan, they churned out a solid collection of hits. But the band wasn't just Mark and Howie, moving through the group over the years were great rock musicians. Bones Howe notes in the film that the Turtles were one of the few LA pop bands of the 60s that were allowed to play on their own records, so tight was their ensemble. And in here are all the hits, including one ("Eleanor") performed live on TV. You get memories from most of the past group members, and ongoing commentary from Mark and Howie. And keep it on to the end, as Mark and Howie give a hilarious lesson on how not to hire managers. This DVD is a great tribute to an overlooked band.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
A low key success, February 8, 2003
This review is from: The Turtles - Happy Together (DVD)
I am not really familiar with The Turtles, I mean I hear their hits on oldies stations regularly, but I never knew the members too well. So I purchased the DVD for 12.99 and it was a good buy. The production values are decent and there's lots of band footage from concerts and television (mostly TV) and the two lead singers (Flo and Eddie?) add a lot of commentary along with others members of the band. Sound quality is excellent, even on the old TV shots, and some of the newer TV shots the sound is even better. "Elenor" played on a television show is presented here where the band actually performs the tune instead of lip-syncing the hit (an all too common practice)and give a crackerjack performance, to boot! A good effort for a good solid band that bridged the pop gap from the 60's into the early 70's.
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