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Anesthetize | 
| Artist: Porcupine Tree
Studio: Kscope
Category: DVD
List Price: $19.99
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Rating:  49 reviews
Sales Rank: 5376
Format: AC-3, Color, DVD, NTSC
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Running Time: 150 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.6 x 0.5
MPN: 802644850771
UPC: 802644850771
EAN: 0802644850771
ASIN: B003BV8I54
Theatrical Release Date: 2008
Release Date: June 15, 2010
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PORCUPINE TREE:ANESTHETIZE - DVD Movie
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Quality Production September 3, 2010
AshesDrummer
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
As a musician I generally find concert films frustrating, as they rarely capture the complete performance of any band. Porcupine Tree's Anesthetize is a beautiful exception to that rule. Lasse Hoile clearly understands PT's artistic vision, and respects the musical capability of all 5 band members, giving quality screen time to each. At no point did I feel that I missed a portion of the performance. Hoile has edited the concert footage in such a way that you almost feel as though you're at the concert. Truly a spectacular showcase of an amazingly talented band. If you're a progressive music fan, this Blu-ray is an absolute must own.
 Great band, HORRIBLE video September 3, 2010
C. R. Johnson (Austin, TX)
0 out of 9 found this review helpful
I don't get it. I love this band and have turned numerous friends on to them. All have been impressed, but their DVDs blow! Almost unwatchable due to there is seldom more than 3 seconds and typically 1 to 1 1/2 seconds of viewing without a camera angle change or change to somewhere else on stage. No continuity whatsoever! Dizzying and not in a good way. I was so excited to watch this. Bought both of the DVDs and watched each to about the 5th song before stopping in complete dissappointment. Watch and judge for yourself, but I became quite sour on these guys due to this, though I love their music and I'm sure this feeling will subside, but the DVDs are in the trash. There is ZERO opportunity to "get in to the song" with all of the viewing changes. There are so many awesome live concert videos available from numerous bands, but PT DVDs are NOT them! Sorry PT fans, but you must have received different DVDs than I. But do go and buy ALL of their CDs. Great Band!
Fantastic DVD! September 2, 2010
Customer from Quebec (Canada)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The sound of this DVD and the performance are amazing! Fear of a Blank Planet is an album that merits to be performed as a whole musical piece and the performance is unbelieveble. Porcupine Tree are definitely at a peak of their career and I hope that the current peak will last. Way Outta Here, Let's Sleep Together, Anesthetize... All songs on the setlist are actually great. They perform three out of for tracks from the great "Nil recurring" as well. A treat for the fans
At the VERY TOP of their craft - Musical Bliss August 28, 2010
Chicagofraize (Elgin, IL United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
**Edit...this review is for the BLUERAY DVD version of this release**
Stunning live performance by one of the most talented creative forces in our lifetime. This should be the benchmark against which live DVDs are compared for sound, picture, performance, atmospheric content, and creative / powerful music.
I caught the PT bus late (a few months ago)and since then have been delving into their deep and fine collection of music. This is an incredible band that writes and performs very powerful and moving music in which each band member (including guest guitarist / vocalist John Wesley) makes significant contributions to the overall uniqueness of the music. The audio on this release is stunning and the picture quality and directing is very, very good. These guys are all about QUALITY. Lots of cool closeups of the band at key parts of the tunes. Gavin Harrison (drummer extraordinaire)plays with great intensity, finesse, dynamics, and extreme musicality. The DVD captures much of his performance marvelously. Richard Barbieri (keys) creates so many cool atmospheric sounds and landscapes -- it all sounds great live. Colin Edwin (bass) is rock solid and seems to always be enjoying the music. And of course, the guitars and vocals, including some really nice harmonies, by Wesley and bandleader S. Wilson are terrific.
Fear of a Blank Planet in its entirety is extraordinary and my fave part of the performance.
I hope PT is around for a LONG, LONG time.
The musical integrity of this band is glaringly evident! August 26, 2010
Flash (Cleveland, OH USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
With Porcupine Tree, it is totally about the music. As a result, they are certainly to be considered one of the foremost bands when it comes to those that are making complex, lyrical, atmospheric and profound music. Their stuff is genuinely good and it is genuinely made. Looking at the number of 5 star reviews of this live DVD performance (practically all the reviews), it is obvious that their music is also becoming genuinely recognized and appreciated.
What can I add in light of all the previous 5-star reviews? Well..this concert looks great, sounds great and really shows off the creativeness and the technical abilities of this band. At one level, Gavin Harrison (the drummer) really is the highlight of this performance. He is without question one of the very best at his craft. Even upon additional viewings, I continue to be amazed at his abilities. He is the component that puts this band over the top and into greatness (think of Neal Peart with Rush). I was also impressed with John Wesley, a guitarist and sort-of part-time member of Porcupine Tree. He is another integral piece with his fluid guitar work and smooth vocals and is the perfect compliment to Steven Wilson, the lead singer and the creative force behind the band. In this performance, I also really noticed how the role of Richard Barbieri, the keyboard player, is primarily to add an atmospheric layer to the overall sound. He also, is a true craftsmen and its interesting to watch how he adds to the sound (in a much different way than say, Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater does). Then there is the guy who I want to be, Colin Edwin, the bassist. What better job than to play music with this band, standing around with a constant smile on your face?! That's Edwin, but of course, he is also very good too. Back to Steven Wilson. He is the frontman, lead singer and creative force. Everything he does is as good as gold. You can tell that with him, it's all about making great and interesting music. Overall, this is far more important than relying on the "rock star" image gimmick that most bands still seem to be in pursuit of these days.
Lastly, I'll mention that the set list is made up of some outstanding songs, including all the songs from the Fear of a Blank Planet CD. My personal favorites are Anesthetize, Way Out of Here, Dark Matter and Halo. No extras on this disc, but still entirely satisfying and worthy of repeated viewings. Enjoy!
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