This Is It! - I originally had Live From The Grand Canyon on VHS! And all I can say is it is worth the money to have it on dvd. This concert is uplifting, emotional, spiritual. You can t go wrong with it. If you want to feel good, smile and embrace some good memories then get this dvd.
I love Kenny Loggins and this DVD. - This DVD is well worth the $20 I spent for it. So far, I ve liked everything Kenny Loggins has done and this DVD is no exception, of course. Good music and voice as always and a beautiful backdrop to enjoy along with it. Highly recommended, along with his DVD, Outside: From the Redwoods.
It s a close call ... - Yes, I d agree this live show is better then the Redwoods that s also still available. The band is tighter musically then the Redwoods concert and did a great job. That s not to say the other is bad ... but I d much prefer this show. Now, I can t say it s better than the Kenny Loggins - Alive DVD simply because I LOVED Kenny s rockers on Alive , which was just smokin hot! BUT of course we are getting a bit older too and we re talking about a 20 year spread of time. haha! The Grand Canyon concert is a good buy, tight band, and great percussion.
4.5 Stars...Great music played at a Great Venue! - Interestingly enough I m only the second person to write a review for this wonderful(if not all too short) concert. Although I can t call myself a huge fan of Mr. Loggins, I do enjoy my share of perfectly executed singer-songwriter crafted music....and this DVD is certainly in that catergory. Kenny Loggins is one of those singer-songwriters that seems to have the gift of being able to aquire the top musicians that perfectly compliment his smooth brand of adult pop-rock(any artist who has sought-out the past talents of say, Michael McDonald, knows what sound their after). These musicians are all stylish, sophisticated players capable of pulling-off dynamic upbeat songs, as well as sensitive, introspective type of material. As I watch this, I truly can t find anything to fault about this inspiring concert---No sour vocals/notes, No akward moments, and, most importantly, NO overly-cheesy music that some Pop artist can dish-out. YES, this is a very well produced show that should certainly captivate any fan of this type of music. As for the audio of this DVD, what you hear is what you get---there are no audio options to be had here. However, I find that the mix(stereo?) is actually very pleasing-with ALL musicians heard. The Video is what appears to be most dated , as this was recorded in the early 90s and was most likely transferred from VHS. The actual concert performance is played with excitement and passion at a venue that seems to Encourage this type of music. The songs in the setlist lends itself nicely to the rustic atmosphere and shack-like setting at the Grand Canyon. And speaking of the setlist, Kenny plays an adequate representation of the songs that have secured his place as a Pop Superstar ---This is it, Heart to Heart, Danny s Song, Whenever I Call You Friend, Celebrate Me Home, ETC...though I would have prefered the full-versions of these songs over the Medley . Last, but not least, the audience seems to be genuinely entertained by what is going on up on stage...obviously crucial to putting on a memorable show...the kind that leaves the crowd wanting more! All in All, this is strongly recommended and is one of the better Nine-plus dollar purchases I have made concerning concert DVDs.....Besides, how can you go wrong with a concert that features THREE percussionists!!! Jeff
Extraordinary Concert in a Beautiful Setting - Whenever I need to feel rejeuvenated, this is the disc I reach for. Muscially, I think it s the best performance -- live or otherwise -- Mr. Loggins has released. His voice is in top form, he s connected to the material, and though the band isn t as elaborate as the one he assembled on the Redwoods DVD, the passion of this group is extraordinary (particularly percussionists Vicki Randle and Kevin Ricard.)And, there s a quality to this concert that goes beyond the music. You can t underestimate the physical beauty of the Grand Canyon setting, or the mystical nature and emotional feel it adds to the performance.Whenever life gets tough, whenever I need a good cry, whenever I want to be reassured, or be inspired to make my life and the world a little better, this disc is my starting point.