Oasis: Lord Don't Slow Me Down

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Product Description:
In May 2005 director Baillie Walsh was handed the task of following notoriously volatile Brit rockers Oasis on a 10 month world tour. LORD DON'T SLOW ME DOWN is the result of Walsh's exhaustive and meticulous approach to the project which captures the band in intimate backstage moments and performing before millions of people across the globe. Among the highlights of the project are a clearly-amused Noel being introduced as "Liam Gallagher" on a radio show candid backstage antics from the band Gem and Andy jamming on ukuleles and Liam balancing a tambourine on his head in mid-performance. Plenty of footage from various shows is also included and an additional program includes a full-length hometown concert from the City of Manchester Stadium in July 2005.Format: DVD AUDIO Genre: MUSIC DVD/LIVE PERFORMANCES Artist: OASIS UPC: 602517446489 Manufacturer No: B0010259-09

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For all intents and purposes, Noel and Liam Gallagher are Oasis. So in Oasis: Lord Don't Slow Me Down, it doesn't really matter that the rest of the band (which includes Ringo Starr's son Zak Starkey on drums) wasn't in the lineup when the group made it big in 1995 with songs such as "Wonderwall." The two-disc DVD offers a documentary as well as a concert filmed in the group's native Manchester, England, in 2005. In its heyday, Oasis was at the top of its game. They looked and sounded like the Beatles and had the raging attitude of the Rolling Stone and the Sex Pistols. Oasis was the best band in the world; they'd tell anyone who'd listen. And in the mid-1990's, a lot of people believed them. Some dozen years after its heyday, Oasis isn't nearly as popular as it once was. But the group is still fierce when it comes to performing live; musically, they are completely in synch. Songwriter Noel's arrangements, guitar playing, and harmony, perfectly complements younger brother Liam's lead vocals. Liam is an unusual front man who rarely moves on stage. Often seen with a dour look on his video-friendly face, he stands at the microphone stand with his hands behind his back. He leans in when he sings, and when he's done he may shake a tambourine. But mostly, he stands still, letting his voice, rather than his body, tell their songs' stories. The film captures the excitement Oasis can still generate in its fans, although both the Gallaghers' voices tend to be drowned out during the performance. Yes, it's true that the vociferous audience is vocal throughout the show, often singing along with the brothers, but the audio quality of the concert footage isn't up to par with what today's technology can offer. The documentary portion is a fascinating look at the combative brothers, who spew expletives at each other in thick Mancunian accents. Whether they truly have that much contempt for each other or realize that it's a great marketing scheme is debatable. But it's still entertaining to watch. The same can't be said for the extras, which aren't worth looking at unless you enjoy viewing shaky cell phone videos shot by fans. --Jae-Ha Kim

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4.0 Customer Rating

Hanging out with Oasis!!!, June 13, 2009
By Garrett Redd (TX)
Oh Man, do i enjoy this DVD set!! Picked it up the other day, on the fly, just "in the mood" for some Oasis. Opened it up and decided to watch the concert footage first (disc two) - instantly knew I made the right choice to purchase this one. The Manchester concert has got to be one of the best filmed concert of the past 10 years! Great shots of the band, great sound quality, and the guys are performing at the top of their game (one of those great shows where you can tell the band is having a great time).

Move on to the documentary "Lord Dont Slow Me Down" on disc one, time to see what happens on the road, behind the scenes with these characters, I use the term "charators" cause these guys (Gallagher brothers) do have personality. They are obviously not ashamed to say they love the life their leading (life in a massive rock band), towards the end of the tour (and film) you can tell they are getting worn down, but who wouldn't? But beneath the surface you can just get that feeling that they're doing what they love. And, there in lies the appeal of Oasis, they ENJOY what they do, appreciate the fans, and have a great time (but take their craft seriously).

If your a fan of Oasis, this will not let you down. If your new to Oasis, check this out, see what all the fuzz has been about for the past 15 years. It's a Great Documentary and a fantastic concert film all rolled into one package.

4.0 Customer Rating

Mancs Straddle the World, May 11, 2009
By Russell D. Melling (Coatesville, Indiana)
A video record of the Gallagher Brothers & Co. conquering the world in 2005 in the wake of the success of that year's "Don't Believe The Truth" cd. Liam plods on like he always does while Noel truly shines. The concert disc is well worth the purchase.

5.0 Customer Rating

oasis: Lord Don't Slow Me Down, January 19, 2009
By D. Thomas (albany, ga)
Just a great DVD. The audio and visual is fabulous. Without a doubt, one of my favorite music DVD's.

5.0 Customer Rating

Excellent....., January 15, 2009
By SuperChief (Los Angeles, Calif.)
This 2 DVD set comes highly recommended for the Oasis fan who already has the 2 first concert DVD's. The hour long documentary is interesting and the live show is well done, showing the band's evolution as a live act. I was particularly interested in seeing Zak Starkey as their drummer. He, as well as the rest of the band do an excellent job in this 2005 show from Manchester. Once again, highly recommended.....

5.0 Customer Rating

It's the Concert, Stupid, October 23, 2008
By FlangeMechanism
There is one problem with this DVD set and one problem only: the marketing. It is packaged as a documentary with a bonus concert. It SHOULD have been packaged as a concert with a bonus documentary. Because the concert is the meat of this. For my money the sound, the showmanship, and the virtuoso performances captured here are better than Live by the Sea, better than There and Then, better even than Familiar to Millions. (Also making this better than FtM is the lack of those pretentious "visuals" inserts.) Oasis is the greatest [live] band in the world and it has never been on greater display than it is here. The cinematography is gorgeous, the sound is amazing, and the music is Oasis. What more could you want?

I wish they had done one of these for Be Here Now and Heathen Chemistry, but oh well, I'll take what I can get. Also a companion CD for this one would be nice.

(I also admit I got kinda sick during "Rock 'n' Roll Star," as the director uses a nonstop series of pans and zooms with increasing tempo to convey a frantic energy, to nauseating effect. If you have a sensitive stomach you might want to listen that one with your eyes closed.)

That said, the documentary is also very enjoyable, although perhaps too moody, atmospheric, and abstract for the tastes of some. For a really good time, turn on the commentary track. Noel and the band basically riff their own movie (including plenty of slagging on Liam), and it is hilarious.