OT : The Last Waltz Is Back !!!!

[Arizona Ranger]

Ledgies : If you ever get the chance, RUN !!!! do not walk to catch the reissue of Martin Scorsese's classic 1978 depiction of The Band's farewell concert at the Late Winterland Arena in S.F.

You can catch Rick Danko, Richard Manuel, Levon Helm, Robbie Robertson, & Garth Hudson in all their glory and revel in the kickass renditions of tunes like "The Weight", "Stagefright", & "The Night They Drove Ole Dixie Down".....Friends such as Eric Clapton, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, Dr. John & many more are on hand to help them keep the crowd happy

My favourite moments from this film are.....

Neil Young crooning on "Helpless"
Joni Mitchell on "Coyote"
The Band jamming with The Hawk (Ronnie Hawkins), Eric Clapton, & Muddy Waters
The finale with everyone jamming on "I Shall Be Released"

The Last Waltz opened in theatres on April 5th and you should try to catch it at the nearest venue close to you. But if you want to stay at home and enjoy it comfort, the DVD will be released in May and features the following...

5.1 Audio Remix Supervised by Robbie Robertson and Brand New Transfer
Rare Unseen Jam Footage
Exclusive Featurette: "Revisiting The Last Waltz"

Audio Commentary with Robbie Robertson and Martin Scorsese

Audio Commentary with Various Musicians who participated in the historical night
Photo Gallery
Trailers, TV Spots and More

So hunker back and watch this Rock & Roll Classic with someone you love and see Bill Grahams magickal Winterland in all its glory !!!