| | |  | MOTOWN | Home » » » Smokey Robinson: The Definitive Performances 1963-1987 | | | | | | | Description: | | Another amazing Motown DVD collection from Smokey Robinson & The Miracles. Features for the first time on DVD 14 classic full-length performances from archival television appearances spanning three decades. This 2 1/2 hour DVD is the first official video anthology by one of the most successful singing groups of all time. Not only do we get the classic Miracles lineup - especially the rare Apollo footage - this collection includes clips from Smokey's solo career and the Miracles' smash hits with Billy Griffin on lead. Interspersed between the performances and filmed exclusively for this DVD, is the first ever in-depth interview with Smokey and original Miracles Pete Moore and Bobby Rogers. Throughout the insightful interview the three Miracles reminisce about the entire history of the group, Motown, the legendary Apollo Theatre and the inspiration behind many of their classic hits. As with all other UMe/Motown DVD collections, all audio has been significantly upgraded; where the group has lip-synced to the record, you'll now hear remastered stereo right from the Motown vault. | | | Features: | |
• Tracks: 1 Shop Around - Teen Town, 2/65 1 You've Really Got A Hold On Me 2 Mickey's Monkey - Hollywood A Go-Go 11/65 2 You've Really Got A Hold On Me / Bring It On Home To Me Medley - Motortown Revue at The Apollo Theatre, 4/63 3 Mickey's Monkey - Hollywood A Go-Go 11/65 3 Mickey's Monkey - Hollywood A Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: MUSIC DVD Rating: NR Age
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| AC-3, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, DVD, NTSC | | Language:
| English | | Number of Discs:
| 1 | | Studio:
| Motown | | DVD Release Date:
| November 21, 2006 | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 38 reviews |
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46 of 46 found the following review helpful:
 Wonderful collection!Nov 22, 2006
By S. Castellano
"DJ Lady Maverick"
This collection exceeded my expectations and curiosity. As always with Reelin' In the Years and UMe, they have put together a great DVD complete with great liner notes by Rob Bowman, never before seen photos, and an impressive track listing which includes clips from popular shows such as Murray the K, The Mike Douglas Show, and Dinah!
There are nine Smokey and the Miracles tracks showing them performing their biggest hits like SHOP AROUND, MICKEY'S MONKEY & GOING TO A GO-GO. Also, 2 performances with Smokey's replacement, Billy Griffin (in shocking pink suits :-)) on the Dinah! Show singing DO IT BABY and LOVE MACHINE are awesome as well as 3 solo performances from Smokey (CRUSIN', BEING WITH YOU, & JUST TO SEE HER).
The only thing is during the clip for GOING TO A GO-GO, please don't be alarmed: probably during the actual taping on Swingin' Time in 1965, someone was probably trying to adjust the camera during Smokey's close-up and it's a little distorted for about 3 seconds. But, this is before television pre-emption. When you were on LIVE, you were on LIVE! :-)
A touching moment in the beginning of the credits: Smokey, Bobby, and Pete share warm embraces probably at the start of their interviews. And during their interviews, they laugh and joke as if they were still youngin's, reminiscing about their days at Motown. Also, we see rare footage at Hitsville and photos of Smokey and the Miracles while the credits roll.
We also see during the bonus features part of the DVD an extended interview section and we watch them view their 1963 performance at the Apollo for the first time since they taped that performance. And as always, 8 crystal-clear acapella performances of their biggest hits!
Another addition and a must have for music fans!
14 of 14 found the following review helpful:
 Motown MiraclesFeb 14, 2007
By crispnz
For MOTOWN FANS this is a must. Just the interview portions by themselves are worth the price. As much as I loved the TEMPTATIONS DVD, I love this one. Be sure to use the ACAPPELLA OPTION, to hear SMOKEY'S voice on these songs, it gives you a whole new appreciation for his POETRY.
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
It Could Have Been BetterMar 12, 2007
By Goofra
"Mrs. P"
This DVD was bought as a gift for my husband. We loved the performances and it was especially nice to see the evolution of not only "Smokey" but also the other members of the "Miracles." The reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 were two things I found kind of disappointing with the DVD. One was the fact that Mrs. Claudette Robinson was not included in the commentaries that are interspersed throughout the DVD. And, I also was not thrilled with the way Mr. Robinson keep trying the steal the limelight during the interviews, although my daughter did comment later that it was a good thing that he did most of the talking because the other guys weren't as well spoken. Other than those two little annoyances it was a great DVD to add to my husband's collection. I loved each and every one of the selections included as have other people my husband has let watch his DVD. Please add this one to your collection of one of the best of the golden. It is well worth the price and a bargain at that. Loved it.
8 of 8 found the following review helpful:
Extremely entertaining, chock full of great performances and interview segmentsJan 22, 2007
By Music Fan Jeff
Universal has been issuing some really good music dvds for various Motown acts within the past year or so, and this is one of the best of them. Not only does this contain about 10 performances by Smokey and the Miracles (some with live audio from the TV shows back in the '60s, some with newly synched stereo audio for improved sound quality), a couple of '70s hits from the Miracles after Smokey left, and then a few solo Smokey hits; but before each track there are reminiscences by some of the Miracles about the creation of these wonderful songs. Also included are some a cappella mixes of the songs. If you have the similarly wonderful Marvin Gaye dvd that came out about a year ago, then you'll have a reference point as to how good this is. The recently released Supremes dvd may surpass this in terms of number of music performances, but it pales when compared based on additional features (perhaps because it would be impossible to have the surviving Supremes sit down together and have a pleasant interview).
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The real Smokey RobinsonFeb 24, 2007
By Average Joe
Most people think of Smokey Robinson as a great pop singer, which, of course, he is. However, I remember Smokey as a legit soul man as well. This collection proves he was/is both. His performance on "You Really Got A Hold On Me" places him right there with the best soul singers. The Miracles were a great group. This set is a must have if you like the Tamla/Motown sound.
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