Recorded at the DTE Energy Music Theater in Clarkston, MI, on June 15, 2007, Barenaked Ladies: Talk to the Hand finds the Canadian alt-rock band in typical high spirits throughout the 15-song set featured on both discs of this CD/DVD combo. Beginning with one of their biggest hits—"One Week"—all of the band members get a chance to shine, but co-founders Steven Page (vocals) and Ed Robertson (lead guitar) dominate the concert with their trademark combination of goofy moves and comedic interplay. The music (presented in DTS 5.1 or stereo) is tight, precise, and lively, and the hits (including "The Old Apartment," "Bank Job," "Brian Wilson," and the show-closing "If I Had $1,000,000") just keep on coming, with a short break for acoustic renditions of "For You" and "Be My Yoko Ono." In keeping with the band's environmental advocacy, the CD/DVD comes in 100% eco-friendly packaging, with DVD extras including a backstage conversation with the band (that focuses, in part, on their “green” touring practices), and a sound check featuring “Angry People.” Recommended. Aud: P. (J. Shannon)
Barenaked Ladies: Talk to the Hand—Live in Michigan
(2007) 68 min. DVD: $19.98. Shout! Factory (avail. from most distributors). Color cover. ISBN: 978-1-60399-035-6. Volume 23, Issue 1
Barenaked Ladies: Talk to the Hand—Live in Michigan
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