Rich the very first time I saw (and heard) Derek Trucks on a video I actually thought he was blind, it's amazing to me to watch an artist such as him channel his music...he makes it look so very easy. I know you'll enjoy the DVD, tell me what you think afterwards. I'd really like to see he and his wife, Susan Tedeschi together ... I'm betting that would be a heck of a show.

Man that E.C. certainly has surrounded himself with some great musicians lately. That had to have been a real treat to see Doyle Bramhall, Derek Trucks and E.C. together, very glad you all enjoyed the show.

Thanks for sharing your review!

I ordered the DVD from DeepDiscount for about $9.

Of course, I threw another $50+ in the cart for good measure.

Looking forward to it! Thanks so much for the tip!

Rick--

Exactly! It is that ease with which the music just seems to flow from him that is so remarkable.

I had no idea that Susan Tedeschi was his wife. I've never seen her in person, but I know a few songs she's done, most notably with Double Trouble! I like her voice. No doubt her and Derek would make for a great show.

The DVD is on order, so thanks for pointing it out. Tom, I knew I should have waited to see if you'd come up with a less expensive source! I actually tried to do a search and came up empty handed.

Take care,
Rich

I'm a big Susan Tedeschi fan. I've never seen her live, but have seen the ACL or Soundstage TV appearance. I've seen the Allman Brothers a few times, but it's been quite a few years since the last time.

Rich, you know not the glory of DVDPriceSearch? Amazingly good tool.

That's a great site. Got it bookmarked. Thanks Tom!
Rich

Thanks for the link to the site Tom, those are very good prices.

I hope you and Rich enjoy the DVD as much as we have thus far!

Had never heard of the guy. Definately love EC though so I took a listen on Rhapsody ... me likes ... me likes a lot.

Gonna have to order this up. Thanks for the tip. Much appreciated.

Well, Rick and Rich, I have really been enjoying this DVD and want to thank you for the recommendation.

I was prepared for the virtuosity. What I was NOT prepared for was either the unusual picking technique or Derek's somewhat stoic stage manner. I would have thought it would be very difficult to stand still while riffing so evocatively. I'm not complaining, exactly. He is a great player, and I thoughtfully reflect on a couple of things that are relevant. First, the rest of the band members do emote visibly, so it's not a lifeless performance by any means. Second, and critically, I recall Derek's comment in the introduction about performing live being "like church". His playing is thoughtful, spiritual and passionate; his emotion is somewhat more inwardly focused than I expected.

Another thing that surprised me was the musical diversity explored. I confess to enjoying the tighter arrangements somewhat more than the extended jams (yes, I'm getting old. Shut up.), but the notion that the music is obviously informed and influenced by many cultures is exhilerating.

The band is amazing. I enjoyed the arrangements and the musicianship very much, and was moved that everybody seems to be enjoying themselves. I was particularly impressed by the singer.

Nice quality production on the DVD, too. This is a keeper, for sure!

I was delighted to find a very significant amount of Derek Trucks content at the Live Music Archive. I have been especially enjoying some songs where Susan Tedeschi joins the band.

Thanks again for the excellent recommendation.

Any of you Derek Trucks fans ever enjoy Gov't Mule?

Ol BrotherBob turned me on to Gov't Mule some time ago. It's a solid recommendation.

Tom I'm glad you enjoyed the DVD, I wasn't surprised with the way that Derek can be stoic while playing because I've seen him play with the Allman Brothers and he is exactly the same ... he and Warren Haynes are a very good combination with that band, which by the way I don't know if you are aware that Derek is the nephew of long time Allman Brothers drummer Butch Trucks.

Mark, speaking of Warren Haynes ... yes I do like Gov't Mule although I only have two of their CD's (DeJa Voodoo & High And Mighty), very good music. 'Time Will Tell' on the Austin City Limits Music Festival 2005 DVD is very good.

Love the new avatar also!

Recently saw Derek Trucks with Eric Clapton and it was a dream concert for me. Absolutely incredible.

I also picked up the Songlines DVD and that is an amazing demonstration of slide playing.

Stunning. Ty for the recommendation, very happy with it.

I finally got the DVD and got to hear it, too. While it is amazing, I still recommend seeing him play live.

But I have to confess, I just don't love Mike Mattison's vocals on most of the numbers. It might be one I'll grow to appreciate upon repeated hearings, but it is not a voice I love immediately.

Gov't Mule is an outstanding recommendation. In a slightly different vein, I also enjoy Joe Bonamassa. I don't actually own any, but every time I hear one of his songs, it always seem to capture my attention. He's coming through town soon so I will try to catch him live.

Rick, since you obviously love this stuff, and mentioned the ACL Live disk, you got any plans to come to the festival? I live in Austin, and have offered to others (Tom, you reading?) to host somebody, or at the very least help figure out the logistics of visiting Austin and enjoying the festival.

That invitation extends to anyone coming to visit Austin, for any reason!

Take care,
Rich

I Read You, Rich! I'll work on it.

You been drinkin' already this morning?