Search - James Blunt - Chasing Time: The Bedlam Sessions on DVD

What an artist!

iegurl | Sunny States | 10/25/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"James Blunt has an intimate way of showing his raw emotion in his music. On the DVD that is even more apparent than in his audio album. Here is an artist that sings each song every bit as well live as he does recorded - a sign of real talent.



This DVD is a great watch if you are a fan of his music. Since his music is so much about the emotion he expresses I loves the interviews where he discusses more about what went into each song and where his inspiration came from. I'm still trying to figure out his music videos... the one for "You're Beautiful" was really striking yet simple - in line with his style - but the others are just plain weird! It's OK, though, just makes me think more intently about the songs when I hear them after seeing the things he finds important to portray in the videos.



I'm not one to really sit down and watch music on TV, but this DVD is an exception to me. James Blunt puts his heart and soul into his singing so actually seeing him express that just adds to the beauty of it. I can't wait til he comes back to the US for concerts! But, in the mean time, this will suffice."

Wonderful DVD !!

Dragon Lady | Los Angeles, CA USA | 11/21/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is the best DVD I've bought in years. The BBC Concert footage is even better than the "Back to Bedlam" CD, which I've already worn out. Seeing James Blunt perform the fantastic songs he's written is even better than just listening! He has it all: great songwriting, mesmerizing performances, and a personality both intelligent and charming. The extras on the DVD -- the videos, making-of-videos, interviews with James -- are just great! The DVD is worth double what it cost."

Wonderful Content, unimpressive quality

Amazon Customer | Atlanta, GA | 09/21/2006

(3 out of 5 stars)

"I saw this concert originally on INHD2 (Called "An Evening With James Blunt"), in 1080i Hi-definition with Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround. It was spectacular. So much so that I recorded it on my HD DVR, and view it regularly. But I wanted a copy I could play away from the DVR, or home for that matter, so I bought this DVD.



Regardless of the format, the content is great. An intimate concert with a small string section, with James' unique music. I actully like his performance in this concert better than the studio version of "Back To Bedlam", and normally I'm not a live music fan. Unfortunately, the video downconvert from hi-def to standard definition is unimpressive. Mediocre picture quality. The audio is just -- OK. Guess I got spoiled watching it in HD, and I was let down.



Maybe when the DVD manufacturers settle the Hi-Def format battle, they'll re-release this in it's 1080i splendor. I'm waiting for that day. If you get the chance to see it in HD, do it. In the meantime, this disc will definitely suffice."

Great DVD!!

Humming bird | United States | 07/16/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I love this dvd! My favorite song is wisemen. Some things I don't understand like the three guys dressed up in faces just like James Blunt? I'll admit though it was refreshing to see a different stage set up other than just an amp and a guitar."