Courage & Patience & Grit - Great Big Sea In Concert [CD/DVD Combo] [LIVE]

Great Big Sea

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 21, 2006)
• Original Release Date: November 21, 2006
• Number of Discs: 2
• Format: Live
• Label: Zoe Records
• ASIN: B000JJRIPC
• Also Available in: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #54,235 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Track Listings

1. Captain Kidd - Great Big Sea

2. Jack Hinks - Great Big Sea

3. Sweet Forget Me Not - Great Big Sea

4. Billy Peddle - Great Big Sea

5. Concerning Charlie Horse - Great Big Sea

6. I'm a Rover - Great Big Sea

7. A Boat Like Gideon Brown - Great Big Sea

8. The Mermaid - Great Big Sea

9. The River Driver - Great Big Sea

10. Scolding Wife - Great Big Sea

11. Old Polina - Great Big Sea

12. Shines Right Through Me - Great Big Sea

13. When I'm Up - Great Big Sea

14. The Night Pat Murphy Died - Great Big Sea

15. When I Am King - Great Big Sea

16. Danny Boy - Great Big Sea

17. Run Runaway - Great Big Sea

18. General Taylor - Great Big Sea

19. Sea of No Cares - Great Big Sea

20. Helmet Head - Great Big Sea

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Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Since they emerged in the early 90s, Newfoundland's own Great Big Sea have gradually consolidated a reputation as one of the greatest neo-Celt bands, from anywhere in the Six Nations or, as in this case, beyond. Drawing upon their homeland's strong Irish and Scottish ancestry and centuries-old seafaring heritage, they have fashioned a roistering, danceable sound and a live presence not unlike a bar-band but operating on a massive scale. But for all their good-time, party-hearty extroversion, they also demonstrate a rare affinity for love songs and more introspective types of material. Recorded in spectacular sound before adoring audiences, this "kitchen party," as one band member described it, is at once intimate and grand, folkloric and modern, acoustic and electric. Traditional instruments like fiddle, tin whistle, accordion are fused seamlessly with electric guitars and trap drums, plus tight and charismatic lead and harmony vocals, creating a spiraling energy that takes the crowd by storm and hurtles from living room speakers like a conquering wave. The CD is accompanied by a must-have DVD, which not only includes 26 tracks of concert footage but four essential music videos, one of which, "Lukey," features a collaboration with the Chieftains. --Christina Roden

Product Description

Specially priced 2-disc set! Having sold millions of albums in their native Canada, Great Big Sea is now one of that country's most popular exports. Courage & Patience & Grit: Great Big Sea in Concert features a 26-song DVD with traditional live favorites such as "Jack Hinks," "Scolding Wife," and "Captain Kidd," plus Great Big Sea originals "When I'm Up," "Consequence Free," "Sea of No Cares," and many more, all presented in stereo and 5.1 Surround Sound. The DVD also includes 4 music videos, including a rare clip for "Lukey," a song the band recorded with The Chieftains. This specially priced package also includes a separate audio CD of 22 of the concert's 26 tracks (only 22 would fit on one CD!). "Great Big Sea has been more successful than any other contemporary North American band in bringing Anglo-Celtic folk sounds into rock clubs." - Dirty Linen

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The next best thing to being there, December 14, 2006

By	A. Gammill (West Point, MS United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

I was fortunate (REALLY fortunate, I live in the Southern U.S.) to have seen Great Big Sea on this tour. In fact, the material for "Courage & Patience & Grit" was recorded just over a month after I saw the band play. So I can say with certainty that this is a pretty close approximation to what I saw.

A previous reviewer complained that the boys look tired. But the album's liner notes reveal that the Hard and the Easy tour was divided into 2 parts: The first half is the more intimate, folk-based side of the band. The 2nd half really kicks things into gear.

This is GBS's third live album, and I was delighted with the 2-part concert approach. Old favorites like "Excursion Around the Bay" and "Mari-Mac" never sounded better, while a stripped-down "Sea of No Cares" is simply breathtaking.

In addition, there are 4 music videos that were not available on the excellent "Great Big DVD" collection from 2004. Longtime fans will surely be thrilled to have the video for "Lukey", which includes members of the Chieftains (and is a different mix of the song than previously released). The video clips for "Shines Right Through", "When I Am King" and "Captain Kidd" are mostly in the same vein as the band's other videos. That is, they're pleasing enough, if not exactly groundbreaking.

If I have one minor complaint about this set, it's the audio CD of the concert. Part of the charm of the band's live sets is their connection both to the audience and to the other band members. This is evident on the DVD, especially Alan and Sean's playful banter leading into "The Mermaid." This is completely absent on the CD (as are four of the concert's songs, a necessary concession due to the limitations of CD recording). But the real problem is that I noticed small gaps in between each track. This is irritating in that it breaks the continuity of the "live" recording. A minor point, like I said, but it just means I probably won't be playing the CD nearly as much as I do my "Great Big DVD" live CD.

If you're a fan, this is certainly a worthwhile--and very reasonably-priced--addition to your collection. It's not quite perfect, but it's ALMOST as good as the "real thing."

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars love GBS - not great "Live" quality, January 9, 2007

By	Megan K. Helfrich (Colorado) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

GBS is awesome... and the disc is pretty good (CD & DVD) but the "live" sound quality leaves a little to be desired.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great GBS kitchen party! Great show!, February 27, 2007

By	Tom Whent (Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This performance has something for all ages and a has the universal appeal of GBS and traditional music in addition to some contemporary GBS sounds. Two of the most wonderful things about GBS's music are their ability to engage and captivate their audience as well as their willingness to change the music. This is well demonstrated here! Even though we have heard some of the songs presented here live before, they are again delivered new and fresh. Their are new vocal harmonies or styles which add all kinds of life and character to the music and make each performance stand out. The anecdotes and personalities of the band add flavor to the performance and will leave you grinning if you have even the slightest sign of a pulse. The sound mixing could be a bit better (noticeable mainly on the first couple tracks) But who cares?! It is still a helluva great show! These guys are out there to have fun and give all that they have got (and then some) to their audience. They put on a tremendous show and have so much talent. For me, the highlights of this show are Billy Peddle and Fortune Set. The insrumental talent is amazing and Bob Hallett - flawless. Its cool to see Bob sing some lead parts as well. There are several instrument changes that occur in mid-song, which is really impressive to see. The enire song lineup is solid and is sure to include some of everyone's favorites. You can tell these guys love to perform - check out the encore performances! I highly recommend this performance - you will not be disappointed!