Giant on the Box, by Gentle Giant (2004): This isn't technically an album, but the bonus disc to a DVD compilation containing the sound track of two pieces of concert footage. Both are from during Gentle Giant's tour for The Power and the Glory. The first is a concert filmed for German TV, lasting about 45 minutes. The second is a brief set recorded for TV in San Jose, California. Unfortunately, the material between the two is redundant. However, the concerts themselves are spectacular, a true example of a prog giant (heh!) at its best. The way these five guys switch effortlessly between instruments, deftly handle 4-part harmony, and play some of the most complex tunes of prog's golden age is incredible.
Monday, March 12, 2007
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