| | |  | ROCK MUSIC | Home » » Chris Isaak: The Best of Chris Isaak | | | | | | | Description: | | Chris Isaak begins his third decade as one of the most distinctive recording artists - and the epitome of modern cool - with his first career-spanning retrospective. Best of Chris Isaak DVD features every hit, led by 'Wicked Game', and including many fan favorites such as 'Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing', plus four previously unreleased tracks. DVD of 18 videos, with commentary by Chris including a half dozen songs not on the companion CD. Chris Isaak has done a good good thing. | | | Features: | |
• This retrospective album gathers hit songs from Chris Isaak's three-decade career, including suchics as "Wicked Game," and "Baby Did A Bad Bad Thing." BEST OF CHRIS ISAAK also features the freshly released tracks "King Without A Castle," "Let's Have A Party," an acoustic version of "Forever Blue," and the popular Cheap Trick cover "I Want You To Want Me." Format: DVD AUDIO Genre:
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| Color, DVD, NTSC | | Language:
| English | | Number of Discs:
| 1 | | Studio:
| Reprise / Wea | | Run Time:
| 63 minutes | | DVD Release Date:
| May 09, 2006 | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 15 reviews |
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29 of 30 found the following review helpful:
 Commentary over music videos? It works!May 16, 2006
By Albert G. Smith Jr.
I purchased and reviewed the CD / DVD combo set, but since the DVD can be bought alone, I will review it here to help those considering it. Thinking about it? Get it!
This DVD is very well done. Technically, it is basic 2.0 stereo, which was a bit of a let down in a world of 5.1 surround sound, but this is not a limitation. I played the disc in 2.0 through just two speakers and it sounded pretty good. I then set my receiver to Dolby Pro-Logic II, and the sound got even better. It might not be true 5.1, but the music engulfed me and was very balanced from all six of the speakers. In short, as I said, the rendering is not a limitation for listening enjoyment. The visuals are clear and sharp. The navigation is well thought out and intuitive.
One very unusual thing for a music DVD is the inclusion of the artist's commentary for each song. I thought this might be some ego driven thing, but no. Chris Isaak is very funny. He has a dry, self-depreciating style of humor that is devoid of ego. The music alone is great, but the commentary is also terrific. Besides the commentary during the songs, also check out the "preamble", where Isaak very cleverly makes light of the production value. While watching very low tech pencil drawings of Isaak and his band in the studio, hear Issak's voice saying, "we were going to use film, and then hand puppets, then they gave me this pencil." And his request to the viewer about to watch the videos which span many years, "While watching the videos, see if you can see when in out career we became bitter." Funny stuff in the context of the visual.
The bottom line, this is a fine "get to know Chris Isaak" disc for the uninitiated, and for fans, a chance to hear and watch the music from this talented group. You might also find, as I have, that he is also a very funny guy.
19 of 20 found the following review helpful:
Great videos and very funny commentary!May 11, 2006
By Laura
I was skeptical about buying this DVD at first because I am not a fan of music videos in general. I am, however, a big fan of Chris Isaak. So I decided for the great price, I would go ahead and buy it. And now I am so glad I did!
There are 18 music videos on here, and those are all great. But by far the best part of this DVD is the audio commentary. There is commentary for each and every video, and it is absolutely hilarious! For those of you who don't know, Chris Isaak is quite funny. I was literally laughing out loud at some of the stuff he says. I popped it in yesterday when I got it thinking I would just watch a couple of the videos to hear what he has to say about them, and I could not turn it off!
Great singer, great music, great videos and a great price. It is more than worth it for any fan of Chris. He will have you laughing within the first two minutes without a doubt!
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Absolutely awesome!Jan 04, 2010
By T. Roberson
"Ultimate Bumblebee fan"
I am a huge Chris Isaak fan and, to date, I've been to at least 15 of his live performances. I absolutely loved this DVD collection of his videos. I especially loved the commentary he provided for each video. During his commentary, he came across as funny and as witty as he is during his concerts. It is not often one finds such a beautiful, sexy, talented and funny entertainer all wrapped up into one highly satisfying package. And, am I the only one who actually thinks the "Don't Make Me Dream About You" video is even hotter than the "Wicked Game" video? This DVD video collection is a must have for any Chris Isaak fan.
The Best of Chris Isaak DVD/Worth every cent!Jan 30, 2012
By GINA
The Best of Chris Isaak DVD is a real gem. I have watched many of his videos on youtube, but having them on DVD gives you better quality and the commentary by Chris is very informative not to mention funny. He has such a great personality and is so down to earth you feel like you are sitting in the room with him watching the videos as he gives you the history behind them. The details that he provides such as where they were filmed, his co-stars, his clothes and especially his guitars give new meaning to each one. I did notice at the end that Solitary Man was included in the credits, but it is not on the DVD. Although I am a Neil Diamond fan, I have to admit that his version is my favorite. Washington Square is such a beautiful Christmas song, but it belongs on this DVD because it shows that his songwriting ability is endless. Thanks Amazon for having this DVD available and I will be making additional purchases. The service is great as I received my items earlier than expected. Thanks for having Chris Isaak items available and the prices are reasonable.
Chris Isaak DVDAug 16, 2009
By Jamie A. Powell
You get all of Chris Isaak's videos in a quality DVD. A great value for his videos.
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