Best Concert DVD

Dave Matthews Band - Listener Supported
Grateful Dead - View From The Vault, vols. I, II, III
Roger Waters - In The Flesh

Talking Heads - Stop Makin' Sense

Music For Montserrat Live - features: Elton John, Eric Clapton (Clapton and Knopfler perform an acoustic "Layla"), Paul McCartney, Phil Collins, Sting, Carl Perkins, Mark Knopfler (Brothers In Arms with full orchestra), and Jimmy Buffet. All get together for a final jam of side 2 of Abbey Road and Hey Jude.

I would have listed the same DVD's that Jim Robinson has on his list, but if you are willing to step outside the "live concert" format and just consider an outstanding music DVD, then you must rent or buy "Calle 54".

This film is a tribute to some of the finest contemporary Afro-Cuban jazz musicians (several have died since the film was completed), and is my favorite music DVD. Featured in the film are Paquito d'Rivera, Eliane Elias, Michel Camilo, the Fort Apache Band, Tito Puente, Chano Dominguez, Chico O'Farrell, Gato Barbieri, Chucho Valdez and his father Bebo Valdez, and a host of other great musicians in supporting roles. For those reading this thread, I'll simply say that if you liked Ry Cooder's film "Buena Vista Social Club", then you'll love "Calle 54".

The music from "Calle 54" won a Grammy last year for best Afro-Cuban jazz CD, and I think the film was nominated for an Oscar in its film category. Awards aside, this DVD has outstanding musical performances, first-rate sound, and excellent film production values. It can also give your sound system a real workout.

While I give this DVD my highest recommendation, it comes with a caveat: this may not be your cup of tea if you absolutely hate Afro-Cuban jazz. On the other hand, if you can listen to this DVD without tapping your foot and getting really engaged with the film, you better check your pulse...

For the sake of sound Diana Kralls newer concert DVD is a must, So is Keiko Matsui DVD.If you never heard Keiko Matsui try a CD first. She is a great pianist.

Santana's "Supernatural" is pretty in sound, video quality is OK.
I always try out my Peter Frampton "Live in Detroit" DVD for guest. Great sounds and video.Can't miss on that.

There are more already mentioned, but give these a shot.

By the way I did not like the video or sound qaulity of Sarah Mclachlin in "Mirror ball". It almost sounded better in two channel verses 5.1. Video quality is marginal. Good music though.

My wife loves the "Cher" DVD Live in Las Vegas and the 3 Divas both sound great. Gotta keep them happy.

Enjoy

The Band - "The Last Waltz"