The Ultimate Performer

The very latest release from the Odeon camp this showcases 23 of Matt's greatest television performances including the shows of Tony Bennett, Liberace, Jimmy Tarbuck, Dave King and David Frost
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Post by Marian » Thu Feb 19, 2009 1:34 pm

Peter and I have watched it, and there is a definite improvement in both picture,very noticeable in the close-up shots, and the audio quality.
It's good to have the short bonus footage showing split screen views of both recordings. Also nice that the introduction before the show is included, including the host wrongly referring to "Portrait of My Love" as a demonstration disc when it first came out. :oops:
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Post by ROBERT M. » Thu Feb 19, 2009 11:57 pm

Did anyone have the CD Live in Manilla before it came with this DVD :?: it sound's as though you just heard it for the first time L&H :wink: :)
"My Tears Will Fall Now That You're Gone,
I Can't Help But Cry, But I Must Go On" :(
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Post by john » Fri Feb 20, 2009 12:17 am

Yes, I had the cd Robert. I think a few more of us did also.
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Post by Lena & Harry Smith » Fri Feb 20, 2009 12:38 am

Of course we have got the Cd Robert, it's for those who haven't or didn't get it.
We will probably give an account of the remasterd "An Evening With Matt," too... when we watch it tomorrow, even though we've got and seen the original one too. :lol: :lol:
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Post by Gray » Fri Feb 20, 2009 7:22 am

I have just noticed that HMV have altered their website to £15.99 from £11.99.

I did write and complain that there was a descrepency between the price listed (£11.99) and the price when you placed the item in your basket (£15.99).

What has annoyed me is HMV have read my e-mail complaining about this but haven't bothered replying, they've just upped the price on the website.

:(

Anyway, whatever price I pay i'm sure it will be worth it! :)
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Post by ROBERT M. » Fri Feb 20, 2009 11:49 pm

I thought you must have bought the original Live in Mainilla, L&H :)
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Post by Lena & Harry Smith » Sat Feb 21, 2009 12:57 am

Yes, we did Robert. :lol:
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Post by Marian » Sat Feb 21, 2009 8:11 am

...or even Manila Robert! :lol:

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Post by ROBERT M. » Sat Feb 21, 2009 4:13 pm

I was just trying to get the accent right Marian :wink: :lol:
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Post by Lena & Harry Smith » Sat Feb 21, 2009 7:14 pm

TEE HEE :wink: :wink: :wink: :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Post by john » Sat Feb 21, 2009 11:53 pm

Watched "An Evening With" last night. The quality is a lot better than the original, both the picture and the sound. Highly recommended.
Watched parts of "Matt On TV" again last night, can't get enough of this. I forgot to mention, a big well done to Matt Jnr's commentary, job well done. The sleeve notes were great as well Michele, I was so excited last week with the dvd I forgot to mention those as well. :oops: :wink:
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Post by Gray » Thu Feb 26, 2009 7:30 am

Well everyone, I am thrilled to say my copy arrived yesterday and I am delighted with this dvd.
I loved the presentation of the dvd, from the menu's to Matt Jnr's intro's on Matt on TV and of course the content.

I am really, really delighted to add this disc to my collection, how wonderful it is to see Matt perform.

I think the restoration of An Evening With is first class, I was really blown away by the sound quality, top job.

My favourite from Matt on TV is Isn't it a Pity, I fear I may wear the disc out watching this clip. :)

Thanks, Michele, for bringing us this treasure.
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Post by john » Thu Feb 26, 2009 7:11 pm

I am pleased you got the dvd Gray, it certainly is great. 8)
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Post by ROBERT M. » Fri Feb 27, 2009 12:16 am

At least you received the DVD before March, Gray :wink: :lol:
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Post by Gray » Fri Feb 27, 2009 7:35 am

:)
Yes, Robert, I had a bit of a job in tracking it down but got there eventually.
It really was worth the wait, really, really, enjoyed the dvd.

I can't get over the difference in sound quality of An Evening With...
Through my amp Matt's voice has become so pure.
Whoever cleaned that old 16mm film up wants a medal.
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