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Royal Albert Hall review

Press Release
In May of 2005 Cream returned to London's Royal Albert Hall -- to the same stage where they had completed what was thought to be their final performance in 1968. It was one of the most eagerly anticipated, hard-to-get tickets in rock history. With the exception of a brief reunion set at their 1993 induction into the Rock and roll Hall of Fame, Cream had not played together in nearly four decades. This DVD documents Cream's momentous London shows. Performances from each of the four nights are featured and much more. Also included are alternate performances and interviews with Ginger Baker, Jack Bruce, and Eric Clapton. Cream formed in 1966 and disbanded in 1968. The band were a prolific and thrilling live act and toured incessantly in their short but remarkable history.

One of the most anticipated concert events of all time, with fans attending from all over the world, tickets selling for thousands of dollars, and a global media phenomenon covered by Rolling Stone, New York Times, L.A. Times, CBS Early Show, Howard Stern, and much more. Cream are considered Rock’s first super group, and though they were together just under three years, they have sold over 35 million records. 

The DVD features a complete set made up of the best performances from each show along with eight alternates -- all shot in breathtaking HD, presented up close in the elegant and intimate Royal Albert Hall. Illuminating in-depth interviews with Ginger Baker, Jack Bruce, and Eric Clapton provide insight into the legendary group. 

Cream will make their only appearance in North America, with no tour planned, when they play Madison Square Garden October 24, 25, and 26, 2005. PBS Great Performances late November/early December. 

DVD Features 5.1 Surround Sound. Filmed in High Def. Color/approximately 158 minutes.

CD
Amazon Editorial Reviews
Cream, the legendary band of Ginger Baker, Jack Bruce and Eric Clapton, performed for the first time in 37 years in May 2005. One of the most highly anticipated reunions in rock, the concert at London's Royal Albert Hall-where the band played its farewell show November 26, 1968-returned to the stage the trio that forever changed rock 'n' roll. Now the best of those historic performances are available on Royal Albert Hall London May 2-3-5-6 2005. This is classic Classic Rock. A companion DVD is being released utilizing different takes of the same tracks. 

Order: CD | DVD
by Barry Small © 
Grade  n/a

CD
1. I'm So Glad 
2. Spoonful 
3. Outside Woman Blues 
4. Pressed Rat & Warthog 
5. Sleepy Time Time 
6. N.S.U. 
7. Badge 
8. Politician 
9. Sweet Wine 
10. Rollin' & Tumblin' 
11. Stormy Monday 
12. Deserted Cities of the Heart 
13. Born Under A Bad Sign 
14. We're Going Wrong 
15. Crossroads 
16. Sitting On Top of the World 
17. White Room 
18. Toad 
19. Sunshine of Your Love 

DVD
I'm So Glad, Spoonful, Outside Woman Blues, Pressed Rat & Warthog, Sleepy Time Time, N.S.U., Badge, Politician, Sweet Wine, Rollin' & Tumblin', Stormy Monday, Deserted Cities of the Heart, Born Under a Bad Sign, We're Going Wrong, Crossroads, Sitting on Top of the World, White Room, Toad, Sunshine of Your Love, Spoonful (Alternate Takes), Sleepy Time Time (Alternate Takes), Badge (Alternate Takes), Sweet Wine (Alternate Takes), Rollin' & Tumblin', We're Going Wrong, White Room, Sunshine of Your Love