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Exactly what was Pink Floyd's The Wall? Rock opera? Concept album? Performance art? Mere entertainment? While the truth may lie in a combination of all of the above, during the band's tour of 1980-81, The Wall was a bona fide spectacle. More than anything, Is There Anybody Out There? captures the volume, the bombast, and the grandeur of these famed performances with remarkable accuracy. Meticulously recorded, these concerts are astonishingly faithful to the band's studio versions and flow out of the speakers with practiced authority and absolutely fantastic sound. That said, there are few new revelations to be gained from hearing The Wall live that can't be gleaned from the studio version. Some moments do have an additional spark, however. "Run Like Hell" is launched with blistering intensity, and the first notes of "Another Brick in the Wall, Part 1" will surely raise a shiver. The release also includes two tracks ("What Shall We Do Now," "The Last Few Bricks") left off the original release due to space constraints. Essential for Floyd fanatics as well as those wishing to hear just how terrific a live concert can sound. --S. Duda
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the wall live figures in my list of top live cd's of all time along with frampton comes alive and pulse from floyd.get this cd today and have a party!!!!!.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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live music cant get any better than this compilation.this double cd features almost all my favourite songs like hey you,run like hell,comfortably numb.you should own this terrific compilation if you like good rock music.very highly recommended.
By Scott Plumer
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This set really shows how good Floyd was live. Gilmour is one of the most underrated rock guitarists, I feel, but on this he really shreds it, on par with Clapton or Jimmy Page. His style is much more understated, though, so don't expect fireworks.
That said, my one complaint is that this isn't from a single show. They picked the best takes from the shows in LA, New York, London and Dortmund and pieced together a complete Wall. To me, this is artistically dishonest. Having heard most of the Wall performances, I know they could have easily released, say, 2/27/80 or 2/28/80 and still had release-worthy performances. For me, knowing it wasn't all one show kind of ruins it, but it still is an excellent document of one of, if not THE best live band ever.
That said, my one complaint is that this isn't from a single show. They picked the best takes from the shows in LA, New York, London and Dortmund and pieced together a complete Wall. To me, this is artistically dishonest. Having heard most of the Wall performances, I know they could have easily released, say, 2/27/80 or 2/28/80 and still had release-worthy performances. For me, knowing it wasn't all one show kind of ruins it, but it still is an excellent document of one of, if not THE best live band ever.
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Great to own this CD
I just bought and received a copy of this music. Perfect, just perfect. You must own a copy of this Wall. Nice to hear Live with Waters and Gilmour.
Published on Feb 4 2010 by John Kelly
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Hey You..I'm Out Here!
I have the greatest dad. When it was my nameday (we have those in Finland), he bought me the studioalbum-version of 'The Wall' as a present. Loved it to bits. Read more
Published on Aug 19 2006 by Katrina Karell
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great live rendition of the wall
is there anybody there is one of the best live albums from floyd after the excellent pulse where there do a classic rendition of the dark side of the moon. Read more
Published on July 12 2004 by snow blind100
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THIS IS REALLY REALLY A DUMB JOKE
When I heard this I couldn't believe my ears : YIKES!!!!This is really BAD BAD music, very BAD and UNINSPIRED. Read more
Published on July 12 2004
4.0 out of 5 stars
American Rebel be Damned
While I don't rate this CD as high as 'The Wall' itself, it is always a treat to hear great studio productions taken on the road successfully. Read more
Published on July 10 2004 by "augustinii"
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Wall gets better live
Pink Floyd's Is There Anybody Out There?: The Wall Live was released in April of 2000. The album was released to commemorate the 20th anniversary of The Wall. Read more
Published on Jun 28 2004 by Terrence J Reardon
2.0 out of 5 stars
Well, I've got some bad news for you, Sunshine
Honestly, "Is There Anybody Out There?" really pales in comparison to the studio version of "The Wall". Read more
Published on May 28 2004 by T. L. McCullough
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BEST PINK FLOYD LIVE...one of best live cds ever
This cd changed my mind about the wall and made me like it alot more it is all played perfectly and usually with some really creative instrumental additions to the studio. Read more
Published on April 19 2004 by "when_theleveebreaks"
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Hey, You!
Pink Floyd's The Wall was, for me, one of their more difficult albums to persuade myself to purchase because not every song is Another Brick in the Wall or Run Like Hell. Read more
Published on April 8 2004 by "thedancingferret"
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A slightly better alternative?
Live re-creations of complete albums are always a risky prospect, it seems: is a stage recording enough to entice those who own one complete version already? Read more
Published on Mar 25 2004 by spiral_mind
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