Classic Uriah Heep On DVD

Artist: Uriah Heep
Title:Classic Heep Live From The Byron Era
Format: DVD
Label: Classic Rock Productions

This DVD was a real treat for a lifetime fan of Uriah Heep. I am a big fan, and I always have been of this great band. It is not too hard to figure out if you have read any of my reviews. Up until now, I had never witnessed any archived footage of the David Byron era. That particular lineup I call the classic lineup (i.e. Yes).

Classic Heep Live From The Byron Era is a tribute to late great front man. The footage is dated so do not expect the pristine high quality video that you have become accustomed in a DVD (like Magic Night). It is definitely a 70’s era film and at times, the jumping back and forth from member to member makes you dizzy! Regardless, it is a nice memory of Byron and his significance to the band.

David Byron was a charismatic and at times campy performer; his voice was a unique tool utilized the best possible way for the music behind him. As much as I enjoy the current lineup of Uriah Heep, this is without any doubt the best and most memorable.

This is a DVD worth having for many reasons, primarily if you can remember when David Byron was with the band and you can appreciate why he was so important to them, and if you did not realize it, you will now.

© Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck-http://www.muzikreviews.com

August 22, 2004

Features:
01. Sunrise ’73
02. 2 Tears in My Eyes ‘73
03. Traveller in Time ‘73
04. Love Machine ‘74
05. So Tired ‘74
06. The Easy Road ‘74
07. Rock ‘n’ Medley ‘74
08. Return To Fantasy ‘75
09. Easy Livin’ ‘75
10. Stealin’ ‘75
11. Prima Donna ‘75
12. Shady Lady ‘75
13. July Morning Montage ’73-‘76
Bonus Tracks:
14. Easy Livin’ ‘74
15. Stealin’ ‘74

Rating-8/10

Lineup:

Mick Box-Guitars/Vocals
David Byron-Lead Vocals
Ken Hensley-Keyboards/Guitar/Vocals
Lee Kerslake-Drums
Gary Thain-Bass/Vocals (tracks 1-9, 14, 15)
John Wetton-Bass/Vocals (tracks 8-12)

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