In this concert filmed at Colorado's Red Rocks—the last stop on a 2015 tour—country star Alan Jackson celebrates 25 years in the music business, sharing highlights from his biography during the 26-song set. Jackson moved from Georgia to Nashville to launch his career, releasing his debut Here in the Real World in 1990. Unlike his singles, which took awhile to catch on, Jackson's album became a hit, like most of his follow-ups, including 2015's Angels and Alcohol. Here, he receives strong accompaniment from veteran players on steel guitar, piano, bass, and drums, as well as the youthful-looking Ryan Joseph on fiddle (the Philadelphia musician is also the only non-Southerner). Jackson has a feel for what will please his audience, smoothly alternating between old and new, up-tempo ("Don't Rock the Jukebox") and down-tempo ("Here in the Real World"). During the instrumental passages, he mingles with the drizzle-spattered crowd (they even sing along with Tom T. Hall's "Little Bitty"), tossing guitar picks and t-shirts while signing as many items as he can. Jackson's voice is in fine form and his band shines at every turn, making this a treat for Jackson fans. Presented in DTS 5.1, Dolby Digital 5.1 and stereo, this is recommended. (K. Fennessy)
Alan Jackson: Keepin' It Country, Live at Red Rocks
(2015) 106 min. DVD: $14.98. Eagle Rock Entertainment (avail. from most distributors). Volume 31, Issue 5
Alan Jackson: Keepin' It Country, Live at Red Rocks
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