| Certifiable [Blu-ray] | ![Certifiable [Blu-ray]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/517cH0lz53L._SL160_.jpg) | Artist: Police
Studio: Universal Asia/Zoom
Category: DVD
List Price: $101.98
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 125,719
Format: Color, DVD, Import
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Media: Blu-ray
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 6.4 x 5.4 x 0.8
UPC: 602517881587
EAN: 0602517881587
ASIN: B001GRTPKM
Release Date: June 2, 2010
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 Almost as good as being there ... February 18, 2010
Eric T. Vosburgh (Aberdeen, UK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Believe it or not I saw them twice (even though it was really expensive) and I would pay the same amount to do it again. Barring the opportunity to go and see them once again this box set is as close as you are going to get.
If you are a fan of the Police (and I am assuming that you are if you are reading this) then this is a must have. You already know all of the songs but the new live versions are a new spin on the old material that brings a new life to all of your old favorites. I was really impressed during the live shows at how a new interpretation of an old song can be really entertaining. Since the original artist is playing their old material you get their fresh perspective on their own work amny years after the original. Besides who wants to listen to a live recording that is a duplicate of the original recording that I already have. In some aspects it is as if a jam band has picked up where The Police left off and put their spin on the original work.
I suspect that there is never going to be another reunion so if you missed out this is your chance to see these guys. If you aren't not a fan then take a chance and listen to some seriously accomplished musicians get their groove on.
Viva los Police! December 26, 2009
Predian Brightstar (Harrisburg, PA)
I'm so glad this concert came out on DVD!
I saw them LIVE during this tour and was blown away! This is a great momento!
 Certifiable with bonus CD May 11, 2009
B. Robideaux (Sandpoint, Id,)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
It is impossible for me to review this item as I never received it. I was hoping it would go to my son for his birthday March 19th, but after more than two weeks, Amazon.com was unable to provide it (after giving me the impression they would) and provided me with another source which waisted three more weeks of enjoying the product and at the end without any replies to my inquiries used the lame excuse that the post office must have lost it!! I am not happy at all with the service on this product.. I plan to visit my son this week and hopefully we can find a copy from another source and fulfill his birthday wish.
A Triumphant Return! March 13, 2009
D. W. Ewing (Seattle)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Yep, the packaging is flimsy, but what do we buy DVD's for? What we have here is an astounding effort by three innovative musicians who could have receded quietly into history. Instead they put aside their differences, reworked and rehoned their songs, hired some top-notch camera and production people, and went on a blazing world tour captured on DVD for everyone to enjoy forever. What's not to like? This is a so much better production than the Synchonicity Concert video, annoyingly filmed and edited by Godley and Creme and crew.
Although the set list is closely the same as the 1983 Syncronicity tour, Andy Summers now breaks out guitar solos to expand many of their songs, something that sounds pretty good to my ears. Another critic called him "paunchy" - hmmm, he is 65 years of age here, and his bad habit of watching his own fingerings accentuates a bit of face flab, but hey - the guy still can jump from Stewart's drum riser, play some fabulous riffs, and work his effects pedals like few can.
Sting's singing voice is powerful despite his own 56 years of age. His vocal range maybe isn't as wide as 20 years ago, but his clarity isn't diminished. Well maybe a little bit late in the concert, but he absolutely wails on the opening numbers, Message in a Bottle, and Synchronicity II. His bass playing seems more fluid and melodic than ever, and as part of this 3-piece band, is so important to the rhythm. More than anyone, Sting set aside his robust personality a bit to co-exist with his bandmates for the practice sessions and tour, which I give him credit for. I'm sure he didn't need this reunion to make a house payment.
Stewart Copeland has always been a great drummer in my opinion, there is never a mis-timed drum beat or awkward fill. His work really seems the same as 30 years ago, thunderous and expansive. Without Stewart, the songs wouldn't be as unique, they wouldn't sound like The Police.
In spite of my enthusiasm for this, there are some production downsides. Obviously there has been some audio sweetening. Personally, I wouldn't mind, if the original concert audio was included as an option on the DVD. Most notably for me are the altered backing vocals by Andy and Stewart, they seem to have been replaced by an electronic version. I would rather hear them and their mistakes, or at least have the option to do so. As to dubbed instruments, it's hard to for me to tell, Sting has foot pedals for synthesizer and bass and we don't always get to see him using them. Andy as well has multiple effects pedals. Stewart, I'm not sure about, there is some percussion work audible that he is not playing - especially noticable on "Wrapped around your finger". Certainly he or one of the others could have pressed a pedal to make that happen on stage, but who knows.
For anyone who wants to learn more about these guys and how they create their music, I can also recommend the DVD "The Police - Every Breath you Take" for the bonus items. Included is a mini-documentary - hosted by former Squeeze keysman Jools Holland - called Police in Montserrat. Quite funny, and Sting, Stewart, and Andy each describe where it all came from and how they do it. Also on the same DVD, see the band at it's earliest where they perform "Can't Stand Losing You" and "Next to You" live in 1978 on The Old Grey Whistle Test, a terrific 70's British TV show.
 Nice Performance! - No Dynamic Range January 24, 2009
albabe (san francisco)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
I completely agree with O. Javier "Javier"... except...
I haven't "listened" to the DVD yet, but the dual CDs sound awful. They're fine if you need a little musical/audio entertainment while you're waxin' the Honda, but don't expect these discs to sound even decent on a good audio system. Whatever the problem - Over-Compression or just awful Mixing, EQ and Mastering - this sounds terrible. Virtually no dynamic range at all... no highs... muffled thudding lows... very sad.
Maybe this is purposeful, in that they'll get to "ReMaster" it soon, and get you to buy it again.
I do disagree with some of the other reports on the performance. I think the group "sounds" really inspired. Some nice new arrangements that still capture the feel and energy of the original recordings sufficiently so the crazies won't feel ripped-off if the guys are actually inspired enough to rearrange and redux these very old arrangements.
However... I haven't watched the Video yet, so maybe there's physical evidence to support the idea that the Police weren't as inspired as I think I hear... maybe Sting or Stewart or Andy look asleep at the wheel... that might make a difference in someone's enjoyment.
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