Cliff Richard: Still Reelin' and A-Rockin'—Live in Sydney

For this 2013 concert, drawn from a four-night stint at the Sydney Opera House, Cliff Richard performs in a studded black blazer and glossy pants, looking considerably younger than his 72 years. Richard, who has the stage largely to himself (his band, with the exception of two keyboard players, occupies the second level), shares stories about his career (he was a star by the age of 16) between songs, noting that he's had hits, flops, and still finds it amusing when people recognize him in public. With the sparkles, crowd-pleasing banter, and dancing guitar players, Richards' show is basically a Vegas revue filled with solo singles, sides recorded with the Shadows (his backing band), and covers, such as Brian Hyland's “Sealed with a Kiss.” But while Richards' voice is in fine form during this 35-song set, the concert suffers from some sappy and dated choices, like the synth-saturated ballad “Miss You Nights” (one of his self-described flops). Still, oldies fans may enjoy classics such as “Reelin' & Rockin',” “Living Doll,” and “Move It.” Presented in Dolby Digital 5.1 and stereo on DVD, and DTS-HD 5.1 and LPCM stereo on Blu-ray, extras include a behind-the-scenes featurette. A strong optional purchase. (K. Fennessy)