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There is no nationwide advisory for Russia. However, you should exercise a high degree of caution due to crime. For detailed information on the 2014 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Sochi, please consult our dedicated page.
Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to the following areas:
republics of Chechnya, Ingushetia and Dagestan; republics of Karachai-Cherkessia, Kabardino-Balkaria (including the Mount Elbrus region) and North Ossetia Budyonnosky, Levokumsky, Neftekumsky, Stepnovsky and Kurski districts, in the region of Stavropol Krai.If you are currently in one of these areas, you should leave. The ability of the Embassy of Canada in Moscow to provide assistance is severely limited or non-existent.
Consult the Security tab for more information.
The decision to travel is your responsibility. You are also responsible for your personal safety abroad. The Government of Canada takes the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provides credible and timely information in its Travel Advice. In the event of a crisis situation that requires evacuation, the Government of Canada's policy is to provide safe transportation to the closest safe location. The Government of Canada will assist you in leaving a country or a region as a last resort, when all means of commercial or personal transportation have been exhausted. This service is provided on a cost-recovery basis. Onward travel is at your personal expense. Situations vary from one location to another, and there may be constraints on government resources that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide assistance, particularly in countries or regions where the potential for violent conflict or political instability is high.
Despite the end of the Chechen War in 2009, there remains an insurgency in the North Caucasus, during which terrorist attacks are frequent. The security situation is unstable and dangerous. Suicide bombings occur on a regular basis and targeted assassinations have also taken place. Unexploded mines and munitions are widespread. Kidnapping for ransom is also common.
You must obtain special permission from the Ministry of the Interior to enter certain areas of the country.
Tensions remain high in the border regions with Georgia since the 2008 conflict in South Ossetia, and may affect the security situation in the republics of Karachai-Cherkessia, Kabardino-Balkaria and North Ossetia. Military operations are carried out with little or no notice, and are accompanied by travel restrictions. The border crossings to Georgia and Azerbaijan are subject to frequent, sometimes lengthy closures.
Terrorist incidents can occur throughout Russia, including in Moscow. Exercise caution in public places, particularly on public transport and during large gatherings and events.
The Domodedovo International Airport and the subway system have been targeted by terrorist attacks. Use caution when using public transport, including the subway, railway and airports.
Since these attacks, local authorities have been on high alert, and security has been increased at Moscow airports and train stations. Authorities perform random identity checks frequently in subway stations.
Exercise caution, monitor local news reports and follow the advice of local authorities.
Crime against foreigners is a serious problem. Harassment and attacks are prevalent, especially for foreigners of Asian and African descent. Some victims have died. Foreigners in the areas to which we advise against all travel (see above) are particularly vulnerable. Several journalists and local aid personnel have been killed or kidnapped. Criminals have targeted and destroyed well-marked aid convoys
Exercise extreme caution in crowds and places frequented by skinhead groups, including open markets.
Violent crime is common. Pickpocketing, assaults and robberies occur frequently and are often committed by groups of children and teenagers. Criminals employ various techniques to distract the victims, including luring people to help them. In such situations, walk away quickly. Underground walkways, public transport, tourist sites, restaurants, transport hubs, markets, and hotel rooms and residences (even when occupied and locked are preferred targets. Reduce your risk of being targeted by travelling in groups with reputable tour agencies.
Criminals may also pose as police officers, particularly in St. Petersburg. Rea" police officers wear a visible personal identification number on their uniforms. Avoid showing signs of affluence and ensure personal belongings, passports and other travel documents are secure at all times. Replacing travel documents and visas is difficult, and could considerably delay your return to Canada.
Cases of drugging followed by robbery and assault have been reported. Do not accept food and drinks from strangers, and do not leave food and drinks unattended in bars, nightclubs or restaurants. Order only bottled drinks in order to minimize risk.
Bogus checkpoints may be set up in rural areas in order to commit robbery.
Traffic police may stop motorists to collect fraudulent cash fines on the spot.
Credit card and automated banking machine (ABM) fraud occurs. Pay careful attention when your cards are being handled by others during payment processing.
Organized criminal groups remain active throughout Russia, especially in large cities. Credit card fraud is one type of activity. Extortion and corruption are common business practices, including among foreign businesses. Criminals demand protection money under threat of serious violence. Report extortion attempts to Russian authorities
Rallies, protests and demonstrations occur in Russia. They can lead to significant disruptions in traffic and public transportation. Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings, follow the advice of local authorities and monitor local media.
The 2014 Winter Olympic Games will take place in Sochi, February 7 to 23, 2014, followed by the Paralympic Games, from March 7 to 16. Events will be held in the resort towns of Adler and Krasnaya Polyana. Any high profile international event is vulnerable to the risk of a terrorist attack. In July 2013 Imarat Kavkaz leader Doku Umarov called on militants to derail the Sochi Olympic Games using any necessary means, and lifted his previous moratorium on actions of militants in Russia outside the North Caucasus. Russian authorities have announced that special security arrangements will be in place at Olympic venues, airports, border crossings and other sensitive areas. Please note that there remains an ongoing insurgency in the North Caucasus, located approximately 150 kilometres from Sochi; consult our Advisories against travel to the North Caucasus republics of Chechnya, Ingushetia and Dagestan.
By presidential decree, it will be illegal to hold demonstrations, assemblies, rallies, marches and pickets not associated with the Olympic and Paralympic Games in and around Sochi from January 7 to March 21, 2013. This includes the nearby venues of Adler and Krasnaya Polyana. Maintain a high level of personal security awareness at all times and in all places. Avoid demonstrations, monitor local developments and follow the advice of local authorities.
If you are planning to travel to the Games, take sensible precautions. You should make your travel arrangements, including accommodation, transportation and purchase of sporting events tickets, well in advance using genuine and reliable sources.
Use only registered taxis and do not share a taxi with strangers. Negotiate the price before getting into a taxi.
Road conditions vary and are often poor outside major cities. Traffic regulations are mostly ignored. Road accidents are common and pedestrians should be particularly careful. In the event of an accident, do not move the vehicle until the police arrive, even if the car is obstructing traffic. Drive only during daylight hours.
When travelling by train, store valuables in a safe place and do not leave the compartment unattended. Lock the door from the inside.
Boat accidents are common due to the overloading and poor maintenance of some vessels. Safety standards differ from those in Canada. Exercise caution and common sense when using marine transportation. Do not board vessels that appear overloaded or unseaworthy.
Consult our Transportation Safety page in order to verify if national airlines meet safety standards.
Fraud has been reported by victims developing friendships or romantic relationships over the Internet and becoming entangled in financial issues. Remain vigilant and be aware that neither the Embassy of Canada in Moscow or Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada can help you recover lost funds or property in such cases.
See our Overseas Fraud page for more information on scams abroad.
Power outages and shortages occur often throughout Russia.
Dial 01 for fire, 02 for police and 03 for ambulance.
It is the sole prerogative of each country or region to determine who is allowed to enter. The following information on entry and exit requirements has been obtained from the Russian authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is your responsibility to check with the Embassy of the Russian Federation or one of its consulates for up-to-date information.
Official (special and diplomatic) passport holders must consult the Official Travel page, as they may be subject to different entry requirements.
Canadian must present a passport to visit Russia, which must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from that country.
Canadians must be in possession of a visa to visit Russia. Visa applications must be submitted electronically, via the Embassy of the Russian Federation's website.
Contact a Russian embassy or consulate prior to travelling to make sure you are aware of all entry and exit requirements pertaining to your stay in Russia (prior to arrival in Russia and upon exiting the country).
Tourist visa: Required (for those staying in commercial accommodations)
Guest visa: Required (for those staying in private accommodations)
Business visa: Required
Student visa: Required
Transit visa: Required (including for Belarus)
Exit visa: Required
You require a tourist visa if you are staying at a hotel or other commercial establishment. Ensure that the hotel registers your visa.
Canadian travel agencies must submit a tourist visa application on your behalf. Canadian travel agents work with Russian travel agencies or companies, who act as sponsors for tourist visas. In cases of expired tourist visas or lost or stolen Canadian passports, only the visa-sponsoring travel agency is authorized to apply for a new tourist visa on your behalf. Extensions are not issued. Holders of expired visas face heavy fines or imprisonment upon departure.
International cruise passengers may enter Russia without a visa for up to 7 days, provided that they are accompanied by a guide with all of the authorizations required by the Russian authorities.
You require a guest visa if you intend to stay in private accommodations. The host must obtain an official invitation (Priglashenie) from the local UFMS (local Russian visa and passport office) and send it to you (the guest) in Canada. You must then take the invitation and your passport to a Russian embassy or consulate, which will issue the visa. Upon arrival, you must register at a local police station.
A business visa requires sponsorship by a Russian individual or organization. It may take up to three months for the host to obtain approval for sponsorship from the Ministry of the Interior. Any subsequent changes (replacement or extension) to the original visa must be made by the sponsor. A business visa is not a work permit.
Foreign journalists cannot work in Russia without a special accreditation issued by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA). The accreditation can only be obtained through a formal request addressed to the Press Office of the MFA by the Embassy of Canada in Moscow, regardless of who is the inviting Russian sponsor. Journalists must submit the following documents well ahead of planned travel and prior to their Russian visa request:
Journalists wishing to travel to controlled areas (such as Chechnya) will require separate permission to enter the area.
An exit visa is required to leave or re-enter Russia during an extended stay. The exit visa must be obtained by your sponsor after arrival. The Embassy of Canada cannot act as a sponsor.
If you are planning to remain in Russia for more than three months, you must provide a medical certificate of a negative test for infection by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The certificate must be valid for three months from the date of testing and include:
Other tests (such as tuberculosis and leprosy) may be required for individuals staying in Russia for more than three months.
You must complete a migration card upon your arrival in Russia. These cards are usually distributed on flights and trains entering Russia or at points of entry. Sometimes they are not available, even at major international airports. It is your responsibility to obtain a migration card and fill it out. Holders of multiple-entry visas must fill out a new card every time they enter the country. Part A of the card is deposited with immigration officials upon arrival. Part B is held throughout the stay and must be shown to the police, together with the passport and registered visa, upon request and submitted to border officials upon departure. The migration card is also required for hotel registration. Loss of this card can result in fines, serious delays or imprisonment at the time of departure.
If you are vising multiple destinations, you must register with Russian authorities within seven working days (including arrival and departure days) of your arrival at each separate destination. Your host or your employer can perform this registration. Failure to register will result in a fine, and you could experience problems when trying to re-enter Russia at a future date.
Upon arrival in Russia, you must fill out a customs declaration form, go through the red customs line and have the form stamped by a customs official. Without the stamp, any undeclared currency and valuables—including items that could be considered antique—may be confiscated upon departure.
You must declare amounts of currency exceeding US$10,000 at border crossings, and you may have to provide information on the origin of the money and its intended use. Currency exceeding the amount stated on the declaration form will be confiscated if you have not obtained an official bank receipt authorizing the clearance of these sums. The declaration form must be kept until departure.
Upon departure, you must fill out a second customs declaration form and present the two forms to a customs official. If you fail to declare in writing any amount of currency in your possession, the undeclared currency and valuables may be confiscated and you may be detained and face criminal charges leading to imprisonment.
Travel and residency in several Russian cities and regions is restricted. You must obtain permission from local authorities prior to entering a restricted city or region. Failure to do so may result in arrest, fines and/or deportation. Attach an itinerary to your visa application to avoid delays. Some areas must be specifically indicated in the visa and you may have to pay an extra fee in order to include them.
Dual citizens must enter and leave Russia on a Russian passport. If your Russian passport expires prior to travel, Russian authorities in Canada can extend it for entry purposes only. If the passport expires during your stay in Russia, you must obtain a new one before leaving. The renewal of a Russian passport may take several months.
If you are entering Russia with a repatriation certificate issued by Russian authorities in Canada or elsewhere, you may not be allowed to leave with a Canadian passport. This certificate is only valid for one-way travel into Russia.
Consult the Laws and culture tab and our publication entitled Dual Citizenship: What You Need to Know for more information.
Violating entry and exit requirements may result in serious penalties.
Children need special documentation to visit certain countries. Please consult our Children page for more information.
For the latest Travel Health Notices and information on vaccinations, outbreaks and diseases, consult the website of the Public Health Agency of Canada.
The Agency strongly recommends that you consult with a travel medicine clinic or health care provider preferably six weeks before departure.
The Agency publishes travel health advice for Russia.
Standards of medical care may differ from those in Canada. A few quality facilities exist in larger cities and usually require cash payment upon admission.
You are subject to local laws. Consult our Arrest and Detention FAQ for more information.
An International Driving Permit is recommended.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are strict. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.
There is zero tolerance for drinking and driving.
Although homosexual activity is not illegal in Russia, a federal law has been passed that prohibits public actions that are described as promoting homosexuality and "non-traditional sexual relations". This law could render any homosexual and pro-homosexual statements punishable. Public actions (including dissemination of information, statements, displays or conspicuous behaviour) that contravene or appear to contravene this law may lead to arrest, the imposition of a fine and deportation.
Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers, as well as their friends and families, have been targets of harassment and violence.
Taking photos of railways, bridges, dams, airports, train stations, the underground Metro system and all official buildings is prohibited. Incidents have occurred at marketplaces where Canadians have taken photos of market stalls and found themselves remanded to market police. Cameras, film and other equipment may be confiscated, and fines payable in cash on the spot may be imposed. Ask permission before taking photographs.
You may be fined or detained for failing to provide proper documentation to Russian authorities. Carry your original passport (photocopies are not acceptable), entry/exit visa and registered migration card at all times. Failure to provide identification documents could result in heavy fines or a jail sentence.
The traffic police can only stop motorists and impose fines for traffic violations. Although they can also conduct identity checks on pedestrians, they have no authority to impose fines. The same is true of police in the underground Metro systems. Only the special police of the Federal Migration Bureau have the authority to arrest, detain, and impose fines on improperly documented foreigners. If you are stopped in the street and requested to pay a fine, ask to see the officer's name and identification and to contact the Embassy of Canada in Moscow.
Dual citizenship is not legally recognized in Russia. The ability of Canadian officials to provide consular services may be limited.
Men between 18 and 27 years of age may be subject to military service. Seek advice from the nearest Russian embassy or consulate before travelling to Russia.
Consult our publication entitled Dual Citizenship: What You Need to Know for more information.
Russia has very strict rules on the importation of medication: certain prescription and over-the-counter drugs that are common in Canada may be prohibited, and large quantities of any medicine will be scrutinized.
The importation and use of electronic equipment are strictly controlled. Foreigners have faced charges of espionage for possessing improperly certified GPS (Global Positioning System) devices, such as those used for geological mapping.
You must obtain a certificate from the Ministry of Culture to export items that appear old (prior to 1945) or that have cultural value.. Customs officials may conduct thorough baggage searches and may arrest you if you do not have the necessary certificate.
Contact the nearest Russian embassy or consulate, or consult the Federal Customs Service website prior to departure for up-to-date information on customs requirements.
The currency is the Russian ruble (RUB). It is illegal to pay for goods and services in foreign currency. You can exchange U.S. dollars at any exchange counter. Carry new, crisp bills, as well-worn or used U.S. banknotes may not be accepted. Do not rely on credit cards, travellers' cheques and bank cards as methods of payment or to obtain cash. Traveller's cheques can be cashed only at a few locations in Moscow, such as American Express offices. Credit cards and traveller's cheques are not widely accepted outside Moscow and St. Petersburg. Automated banking machines (ABMs) are common in main cities.
Parts of Russia are prone to seismic or volcanic activity, such as Chechnya, the Kuril Islands and the Kamchatka Peninsula.
Spring flooding and summer forest fires occur throughout Siberia and parts of western Russia. Heavy rains caused flash floods and landslides in the Krasnodar region in July 2012, killing at least 170 people and injuring more than 320.


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SELINSGROVE — A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday at Weber Chapel at Susquehanna University for the Rev. Boyd Gibson, 84, who passed away on March 9, 2013,
A visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service.
Arrangements are by the V.L . Seebold Funeral Home, 601 N. High St., Selinsgrove.
Daily Item Obituaries
Rev. Boyd Gibson, 84, Selinsgrove
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Inez M. Bingaman, 82, Sunbury
SUNBURY — Inez M. Bingaman, 82, of Sunbury, entered into eternal life peacefully on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, and arrived at the gates of Heaven into the waiting arms of her parents, sister and brothers.
Arlene M. Brown, 89, Klingerstown
KLINGERSTOWN — Arlene M. Brown, 89, formerly of 124 Main St., Klingerstown, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at ManorCare, Sunbury.
Rev. Arnold R. and Greta M. Bensen, Northumberland
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Dominions 4: Thrones Of Ascension Now On Steam For Linux
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You are a God! You are master and ruler of a loyal nation. You have unimaginable powers at your disposal. You have claimed this world as yours. But there are others who stand in your way. You must defeat and destroy these pretenders. Only then can you ascend to godhood and become the new Pantokrator.
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Described as an addictive hybrid of Super Metroid and Terraria, SteamWorld Dig is a platform mining adventure. Take the role of Rusty, a lone mining steambot, as he arrives at an old mining town in great need. Dig your way through the old earth, gaining riches while uncovering the ancient threat that lurks below...
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The latest Steam update no longer works in wine but a patch due out this weekend should fix the issue.
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Starbound the game I have probably been most excited about this year is due to drop into public beta in less than an hour, are you ready to rock?
Valve Has Joined The Linux Foundation
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Not exactly gaming news but still interesting and it can impact Linux gaming in the future, Valve (and others) has joined the Linux Foundation.
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Prison Architect Alpha 15 Launched
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Bit late of this as I catch up, but Prison Architect has hit a fifteenth alpha version featuring mod support!
Fancy Skulls Permadeath FPS Updated With Plenty Of Screenshake
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Fancy Skulls is a first person shooter with procedural generation and permadeath. When you die - you will have to start over, but level layout, enemy placement and items are random each time you play.
Owlchemy Labs' Dyscourse - 3 Days Left!
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Dyscourse, the new psychological survival adventure game from Owlchemy Labs (Snuggle Truck, Jack Lumber), will be completing its crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter in only three days.
Journey Of A Roach Coming To Linux & Needs Testers
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The developers of Journey of a Roach are looking to port their game to Linux and are looking for a group of Linux gamers to help them test it.
Gravity Badgers Casual Indie Game Released On Steam
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It's been quite a landmark year for connectivity, social media and technology. Here are my recommendations for the best of "the best of's" for 2011:
Twitter Topics:
Numerous current events were discussed on Twitter this year, some of which even broke on there first (such as the Osama bin Laden announcement). Here are the news items that topped the Twitter trending list:
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- Death of bin Laden
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- Gabrielle Giffords shooting
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See Twitter's year in review here.
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- Zynga
- Pandora
- Groupon
Speculations circulate that the IPO trend will continue in 2012 with the likes of Facebook and Twitter.
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- Hackers
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- Facebook and partners add 'frictionless' sharing
- Patent wars
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- Apple becomes the most valuable company in the world
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- NFC and mobile payments
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- Second-screen experiences
- Flexible screens
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- The end of junk mail
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Back with their second album in as many years, "II: Kain's Mark" from Norway's Zaed appears on the surface to have more confidence and swagger than their Black Sabbath reference points on their debut. Inject a little up tempo, post punk punch into their normal doom/stoner rock vibe and material like "The Flight Of Hawks" and "The Shadow Man" gives us more energy and a deeper emotive desire to care about Zaed and their songwriting.
Maybe the studio buying the original desk that recorded such landmarks as "Appetite For Destruction" and "Conspiracy" let the quartet of musicians relax a little- as drummer John Austen and bassist Thomas Kvalosaeter often lock into this confident swinging groove for highlights such as "Call Unicorn" and the Alice In Chains meets Danzig effort "Fool's Gold". The band takes their melting pot of influences across the decades of hard rock and metal and through these 9 songs creates music that I crave again and again.
Must be something in the Scandinavian waters that brings out the best in musical output- whatever the genre- because "II: Kain's Mark" is aggressive, raw, and primal to the core. Zaed took the necessary step up in songwriting development to become a serious force in the hard rock scene- and spread the wares to multiple facets of the live venues across the globe.
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Artist: The Cult
DVD: Live Cult (Music Without Fear)
Year: 2002
Visuals: 4
Audio: 4
Setlist: 4
Performance: 3
Overall: 3
If anyone saw the Cult in their heyday of the early 90's, they will instantly know this show falls in the category of "formerly great band with zero new material cashing in on yesterday's glory".
I see a lot of reviews of this DVD that says it's the Cult at the top of their game and the band is on fire, yada, yada, yada. Nothing could be further from the truth. The band performs with all the energy of a rock. Yes, singer Astbury shows signs of life and actually moves on stage, but beyond this it seems like these guys just don't care much. This lack of excitement is met equally by the audience which seems to consist of 2,500 middle-aged accountants who mostly just stand and watch (when they aren't checking their cell phones or talking to one another, both of which can be seen a number of times).
Further, while I've enjoyed the Cult's music in the past, having not listened to it in years, I was surprised at how simple it is. Especitally guitarist Billy Duffy, whose licks come straight from the 3-chord-rock-101 book. Nothing wrong with that (see AC/DC and a zillion other bands) but I had never really plugged The Cult into that category.
On the bright side, the setlist pretty much captures all their best songs. The video is brilliant and beautiful and the sound is what you would expect from a (relatively) modern-day DVD. Editing is also a plus, without all the quick edits and ridiculous effects that plague so many DVDs.
I'm probably sounding too harsh. But I recall seeing the Cult back in the early 90's and they simply rocked....the band captured on this DVD does not. Add the fact there's a complete absence of any new material and this seems like a lethargic nostalgia show. Only for the die-hards out there.
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Does this mean you'd also go for Nirvana Unplugged?
The MTV Unplugged In New York performance was released on DVD on November 20, 2007. The DVD release featured the entire taping, including the two songs ("Something in the Way" and "Oh Me") excluded from the broadcast version. Bonus features consisted of the original broadcast version of the performance, a 1999 MTV special titled Bare Witness: Nirvana Unplugged featuring the recollections of MTV producers and audience members, and five songs taped during the pre-show rehearsal: "Come as You Are", "Polly", "Plateau", "Pennyroyal Tea", and "The Man Who Sold the World".
Not sure if it's been cleaned up since it was just released in 2007, but hey, it's always been a great performance, and that's a solid list of extras.
Witticus: "GeeNef speaks to me like schizophrenia, his words touch me where my priest could reach."
The Big 4 Live DVD is pretty awesome.Just bought it on Blu-ray.
"My name is Giovanni Giorgio but everybody calls me...Giorgio.
Yeah, definitely might. Am not a big Nirvana fan myself (but do have the Live at Reading show, which I'll review at some point). But that show is legendary, so I'll probably have to buy it at some point. Always admired the fact that he refused to play the obvious hits and, in the process, created a totally unexpected, unique show with much greater lasting value than any greatest hits show would have.
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Witticus: "GeeNef speaks to me like schizophrenia, his words touch me where my priest could reach."
To those responding and making suggestions.....thanks! For a long time there I figured there was gonna be a solo thread; which is fine, I'm doing this for myself. But it's nice to know others are actually reading.
All the DVDs I review I own....so if I don't take up a suggestion it's because I don't currently have that DVD (but might buy it in the future). Obviously, I'm only going to buy DVDs I'm interested in. As you can tell from my picks, I'm pretty much an old hard / progressive rock guy. Mostly I like musicians who know how to play their instruments and bands that can truly ROCK. So just keep that in mind.....again, thanks for the responses. And also GNF....the Netflix idea is a good one. I've never thought of using them to rent some of these but definitely will now.
Artist: Pink Floyd
DVD: Pulse
Year: 1994
Visuals: 5
Audio: 4
Performance: 2.5
Setlist: 3
Overall: 3.5
Pink Floyd without Roger Waters can be summed up pretty succinctly: lots of flash, not much substance. And that's what you get with this DVD.
The images are gorgeous, ahead of their time for 1994. The sound is equally impeccable, successfully capturing the nuances of Floyd's sonic landscapes. Unfortunately, at the heart of the show is a group of musicians robotically going through the motions practically void of any emotion.
The show itself is spectacular, with the stage itself being the star. Elaborate lighting combine with dramatic special effects to create a never-ending feast for the eyes. All is gloriously captured with stunning detail. It's very telling, however, that unlike most DVDs, the most compelling shots are not close-ups of band members, but instead, distant shots that show the entirety of the stageshow. The musicians are so secondary, I think if you replaced them with taped music and kept the entire stageshow, most fans wouldn't notice.
Still, you get very well played versions of many of Floyd's great songs. The undoubted centerpiece is a complete rendition of Dark Side of the Moon, which is a joy to have. Other Waters-era songs include Shine on you Crazy Diamond, One of These Days and Wish You Were Here. The show's closers Run Like Hell and Comfortably Numb feature extravagant special effects, including a giant mirrored-ball that descends and then opens up in spectacular fashion like some sort of spaceship. It is, admittedly, spell-binding.
Less so are the post-Waters songs featured throughout the set's first half. There's 45 minutes of this plodding, tuneless music that features none of the dynamic found in the earlier material. The audience is visibly bored and disinterested throughout this portion of the show and it's understanable why.
Throughout the band trudges through the show with all the enthusiasm of a child in math class. There is zero chemistry between them and absolutely no connection between the band and the audience. They are little more than cogs in a machine. Not that they don't play well; they do. It's just without much heart or emotion.
Overall, if you're looking to capture the spectacle of a Pink Floyd show, Pulse does the job. Just don't expect the spectacle to include anything more than people dutifully playing their instruments like workers on an assembly-line.
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Artist: Muse
DVD: H.A.A.R.P. - Live From Wembley
Visuals: 4
Audio: 4
Performance: 4.5
Setlist: 4.5
Overall: 4.5
Muse is really unchallenged in today's world of rock and roll when it comes to sheer ambition and this DVD captures the scale and majesty of their ambitions very well.
Everything here is completely over-the-top, from the mesmerizing, unbelievably shiny, ever-changing stage to Matt Bellamy's grandiose piano tilts to an audience that rivals any in terms of energy and unbridled joy.
Most impressive to me, however, is the outstanding musicianship on display throughout the show. Bellamy, of course, is well-renowned for his all-around talents on voice, guitar and piano. I personally, however, had not appreciated how good bassist Chris Wolstenholme and drummer Dom Howard are; they impress throughout with dynamic performances that span the wide variety of styles the band approaches.
While some have complained that a few songs from these shows have been left out, you still get a terrific set that covers all of Muse's material from their first album through Black Holes and Revelations (which is featured most). You get high-energy performances of hits like Knights of Cydonia and Hysteria as well as tender moments like Hoodoo and of course Muse specialties like Butterflies and Hurricanes that seems to touch on everything in one 6-minute song.
It all looks great, with the colors almost too bright to be real. The stage itself is a wonder, all glass and mirror and so shiny you often can't tell what's what (I still have no idea why there are two giant satellites on stage). I only wish the editor would let us actually watch the show without so many edits or bizarre close-ups and strange camera angles (like watching Bellamy through a drum).
Finally, I have to give major kudos to the audience....they're as impressive as the band. Every member seems to know every word to every song and they sing out deliriously throughout, stopping only to jump up and down and gyrate wildly whenever the band kicks into overdrive. Wembley stadium holds something like 90,000 people and when it's rocking here, it literally seems to be alive.
If you're unfamiliar with Muse's live capabilities, this is a great way to introduce yourself. If you're a fan of Muse, this is a great document of their live show. If you just like great musicianship and over-the-top stageshows and deliriously wild audiences, this is for you. Hard not to like this one.
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