Here's my review of side 1:
This is the performances side and it is broken into 4 main categories on the main menu: 2001; 2002-2003; 2004-2005; 2006-2007.
For the most part, the video is very good and clean. There is some stuff at the end that was filmed by someone else and has a bit of pixilization, but nothing that bothers me. The audio is excellent! No 5.1, but good clean stereo.
I have to say, it's refreshing to hear performances with nothing but the bass as the only instrument, or with the occasional acoustic guitar accompaniment (very tasteful). Too many bass soloists tend to let other instruments dominate their albums and performances, so Seth's approach is something I've longed for. Even better, Seth is an exceptional player/performer! He is comfortable with his audience and there are some funny moments to watch for throughout (I won't spoil it - you gotta see them for yourself).
Most of the filming is up close, so you get to see how/what Seth is playing. Each song is separated, being from different performances throughout each year, so you don't get one long show, but individual tracks that make it interesting.
I have to also say that the songs themselves are very good for bass, ranging from light folky pop to outright funk, and even using looping in the later shows. The 2006/2007 stuff is the highlight for me, with Seth getting LOWdown on one of the most beautiful Vampyer basses I've ever seen, blue LED inlays and all! But from the earliest stuff on up, what he does with his blue Streamer is well worth the price of this DVD. And I haven't even viewed the documentaries on side 2 yet!
Do yourself, and Seth Horan, and the Warwick community a well-deserved favor and order a copy... hear the famous Warwick growl in spades and witness a great bass experience unlike most others. Enjoy! I know I am. 8)
