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| DVDylan ID: | D1118 |
| Recording type: | Audience |
| City/Venue: | The Theater, Madison Square Garden, New York City, NY, USA |
| Date: | Wednesday, 21st January 1998 |
Concert #943 of The Never-Ending Tour.
Special thanks for the video to THE UNIDENTIFIED TAPERS, TOM P. & RAYGUN.
Additional thanks for the audio to CRYSTAL CAT & OUTSIDETLAW.
Edited, sound upgraded & authored by YASSOU.
- Disc 1 (50:43:17) (Songs 1-8/Tracks 1-10)
-Opening Titles [fade in to titles over 13:00 VS 2 still]
-Introduction [video missing/VS 3 5:24 still]
-Absolutely Sweet Marie [clipped 37:20/3 VS 1 stills then 3:04:29 VS 2 then 22:14 VS 1]
-Man In The Long Black Coat [removed 4:05 video before song to match audio cut; 1:08:14 VS 1 then 2:15:24 VS 2 then 45:07 VS 1 then 46:28 VS 2 then 1:13:20 VS 1]
-Cold Irons Bound [VS 1 2:0019 then VS 2 for 1:49:21 then VS 1 for 1:09:05 then VS 2 for 32:24 then VS 1 for 1:19:12 then VS 3 for 17:08 end then 11:07 VS 1 for trans. to next song]
-Shelter From The Storm [29:06 VS 1 then 1:14:29 VS 2 then 37:27 VS 1 the 7:25 VS 3 then 1:17:28 VS 1 then 49:23 VS 2 then 34:13 VS 1 to end and trans. to next song; removed 4:05 video before next song to match audio cut]
-Silvio [36:06 VS 1 then 1:04:00 VS 2 then VS 1 then 1:37:22 VS 1 then 45:12 VS 2 then 12:28 VS 1 then 35:16 VS 2 then 17:07 VS 1 then 1:15:28 VS 2 then 16:22 VS 1 to end; 34:05 VS 3 for trans to next song/3:15 removed for a/v sync due to cut in audio upgrade source]
-The Times They Are A-Changin' [15:59 VS 3 @start then 44:01 VS 2 then 1:42:22 VS 1 then 12:13 VS 2 then 1:07:21 VS 1 then 19:17 VS 2 then 1:45:22 VS 1 until end]
-Mr. Tambourine Man [removed 3:10 video before song to match audio cut; used 8:03 VS 1 still and 14:04 VS 1 to for trans; 14:10 VS 1 then 1:12:13 VS 2 then 11:28 VS 1 then 48:03 VS 2 then 30:26 VS 1 then 25:22 VS 2 then 43:39 VS 1 then 11:26 VS 2 then 1:16:00 VS to end; 8:12 VS 2 still for obstr. trans.]
-Tangled Up In Blue [clipped 6:20/1 VS 1 reverse clip then 12:23 VS 1 then 47:06 VS 2 then 34:14 VS 1 then 32:26 VS 2 then 3:11:06 VS 1 then 48:20 VS 2 then 1:52:14 VS 1 then 7:14 VS 3 then 7:28 VS 2 still to end; end Disc 1 message w/fadeout]- Disc 2 (45:52:25) (Songs 9-15 + bonus song/Tracks 11-20 + bonus song)
-Opening Titles [fade in to titles over 8:24 VS 1 still]
-Million Miles [clipped 16:17/one VS 1 still & one VS 2 still then 46:15 VS 1 then 1:53:13 VS 2 then 1:52:06 VS 1 then 28:09 VS 2 then 34:03 VS 1 to end; trans. to next song obstr. 14:00/one VS 3 still and one VS 2 still]
-Stuck Inside Of Mobile With The Memphis Blues Again [6:00 VS 2 still continued then 44:20 VS 1 then 1:43:26 VS 2 then 39:15 VS 1 then 1:29:14 VS 2 then 2:17:19 VS 1 to end; trans to next song obstr. 17:24/1 VS 2 still]
-Band Introductions [clipped 20 frames/continued VS 2 still then 36:06 VS 3] > 'Til I Fell In Love With You [1:05:11 VS 3 then 52:17 VS 2 then 3:44:21 VS 3 then 4:04 VS 2 + 4:04 VS 2 still for end cut; fade to break 1/31:25 VS 3 still then 7:10 VS 3 still]
-Highway 61 Revisited [clipped 18:09/one VS 2 still & one VS 1 still then 1:16:15 VS 1 then 2:25:26 VS 3 then 31:01 VS 1 then 1:22:15 VS 2 then 16:27 VS 1 16:09 to break 2; fade to 12:09 still before next song]
-Don't Think Twice, It's All Right [clipped 27:19/VS 1 still and VS 2 still then 8:18 VS 2 then 4:03 VS 2 still then 1:27:10 VS 2 then 8:13 VS 1 then 2:55:08 VS 2 then 1:43:18 VS 1 to end; obstr. trans./25:05 VS 2 still]
-Love Sick [obstr. start 27:27/one VS 1 still and one VS 2 still then 3:01:14 VS 2 then 43:03 VS 1 then 1:16:26 VS 2 to end; 17:17 VS 2 for obstr. trans.]
-Rainy Day Women #12 & 35 [VS 1 & VS 2 missing; 8:27 VS 3 still to start then 10:07 VS 3 then 37:07 VS 3 still then 31:24 VS 3 then 8:21 VS 3 still then 22:29 VS 3 then 30:06 VS 3 still then 2:07:03 VS 3 to end]
-End Thanks & Credits [end thanks/credits/salute/fadeout over 2:15 VS 3 clip, 9:13 VS 3 still & salute jpeg]- Bonus Track: Blue Suede Shoes (Dylan w/Van Morrison from Van's opening set) [clipped & shaky/obstructed; titles over 7:22 clip then 6 VS 2 stills for clipped part; fade out @end]
| Number of discs: | 2 |
| Running time: | 01:36:36 |
| Video standard: | NTSC |
| Authoring: | DVDs with menu and chapters are circulating |
DASH-F average on 15-point scale: 13.25/15 = A- (see review and video sources below for individual ratings)
VIDEO SOURCES & LINEAGE:
VS 1: 2 Mini-dv tapes (source for D822)
Dash-F: 43445-
Position: Right rear 10˙
Taper: Unidentified (Tom P.?)
Camera: Unidentified
Source: shared by Tom P. & raygun
Mini-dv tapes > SONY DCR-HC20E PAL Camcorder > iMovie 6.03
VS 2: Hi8 tape (new source for Dylan show and for Dylan/Morrison duet)
Dash-F: 5244-5+
Position: Left rear 40˙
Taper: Unidentified
Camera: Unidentified
Source: shared by Tom P. & raygun
Hi8 tape > Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder (DCR-TRV480) > iMovie 6.0.3.
VS 3: Hi8 Tape (source for D052/D052.su)
DASH-F: 44-234
Position: Right rear 10˙
Taper: Unidentified
Camera: Unidentified
Source: shared by Tom P. & raygun
Hi8 tape > Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder (DCR-TRV480) > iMovie 6.0.3.
AUDIO SOURCE & LINEAGE: LB-6919 (Crystal Cat CC 452-53)
Excellent sound (A+)
Taper: Unidentified
Mics: Unidentified
Source: trade discs shared by OutsideTLaw
CDs > Toast Titanium 11.0.4 > Disc images > iMovie 6.0.3
DVD PRODUCTION PROCESS:
Audio and video assets edited in iMovie 6.0.3; authored, multiplexed and burned to VIDEO_TS folder in iDVD 7.0.4.
NOTES ON THE UPGRADE AUDIO SOURCE (LB-6919/CC 452-53):
LB-notes: BOOTLEG: Madison Square Garden; cd > ultraplex > eac > wav > flac; Crystal Cat CC 452-53; +various filler; drop/cut between cdrs
Monicasdude notes: DEEP: The finale of the MSG residency, in the razor sharp, crisp sound that we've come to expect from prior Cat releases. While not the best show, the sound is outstanding with all instruments ringing true and bubbling perfectly just under Bob's impeccable roar. What sets this one apart are the carefully selected and well-chosen bonus tracks. Further plaudits to the artwork, design and 2 booklets containing beautiful color pics taken from the show. Gorgeous package.
Disc editor's note: Sound is excellent but original editor cut applause between some songs necessitating cuts in video to maintain a/v sync.
Amazing performances clear through, Dylan in high form, delivering almost every single lyric with great intentionality.
Top shelf video and audio sources. The primary video in particular, mostly head and shoulders shots, is really fine. Almost pro-quality, crisp and clear, great colors and black blacks.
Excellent editing and mixing of the video sources. Enough variety of long and close shots to keep it interesting, but the primary close shot source really shines.
Nothing quite like Dylan live in NYC. A DVD set like this captures some of that magic.
A dynamite DVDylan fan-made project.
Hat's off to all involved.
Reviewed by jman on 31st December 2013
BOB DYLAN
"Felt Forum Finale"
The Theater At Madison Square Garden
New York, New York, USA
January 20, 1998
DVDylan ID #1118
Total Time: 1:36:36:12
DASH-F average: 13.25/15 = A-
PERFORMANCE/HIGHLIGHTS/SPECIAL MOMENTS:
-riveting vocals and performance
-Dylan amused while singing the "She was workin’ in a topless place" verse of "Tangled Up In Blue"
-sensitive reading of "Mr. Tambourine Man"
-Amusing intros: Larry is "all the way from New York City"/Tony is a gourmet cook. "He can cook on that bass guitar?
-Larry's lead playing on "Highway 61 Revisited
-Bucky's mandolin playing on "Don't Think Twice, It's All Right"
Improvements over D822 & D052/D052.su:
-two new very good/excellent video sources so less need for stills
-three camera angles
-split into 2 discs for better bitrate & resolution
DASH-F RATING ON 15-POINT SCALE
13/14/15 (A-/A/A+)
10/11/12 (B-/B/B+)
07/08/09 (C-/C/C+)
04/05/06 (D-/D/D+)
01/02/03 (E-/E/E+)
DISTANCE/POSITION: 4+/5- (VS 2 has effective close-ups; VS 1 has effective panning
AUDIO: 15 (excellent Crystal Cat)
STEADINESS: 12 (VS 1 & 3 mostly steady; VS 2 shakier due to crowd blocking shoot)
HEADS/OBSTRUCTIONS: 12 (VS 1 & 3 mostly unobstructed; VS 2 has crowd issues)
FOCUS/COLOR/LIGHT/RESOLUTION: 14 (VS 1 & VS 2 are master; VS 3 1st gen)
EDITING: Editor tried to use as many close-ups from VS 2 as possible, especially when Dylan is singing; stills used to fill the few missing parts; video had to be cut before some songs to match cuts that had been made to the audio.
AVERAGE QUALITY = 53/60 13.25 A- (excludes Distance/Position)
PROS:
-excellent close-ups on VS 2
-effective panning on VS 1 & VS 3
CONS:
-audio had been edited to cut applause between some tracks necessitating need for video cuts
-VS 1 & VS 2 missing final song/VS 3 used but quite obstructed & shaky and in need of fills
VIDEO SOURCES & LINEAGE:
VS 1: 2 Mini-dv tapes (source for D822)
Dash-F: 43445-
Position: Right rear 10˙
Taper: Unidentified (Tom P.?)
Camera: Unidentified
Source: shared by Tom P. & raygun
Mini-dv tapes > SONY DCR-HC20E PAL Camcorder > iMovie 6.03
VS 2: Hi8 tape (new source for Dylan show and Dylan/Morrison duet)
Dash-F: 5244-5+
Position: Left rear 40˙
Taper: Unidentified
Camera: Unidentified
Source: shared by Tom P. & raygun
Hi8 tape > Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder (DCR-TRV480) > iMovie 6.0.3.
V-3: Hi8 Tape (source for D052/D052.su)
DASH-F: 44-234
Position: Right rear 10˙
Taper: Unidentified
Camera: Unidentified
Source: shared by Tom P. & raygun
Hi8 tape > Sony Digital Video Camera Recorder (DCR-TRV480) > iMovie 6.0.3.
AUDIO SOURCE & LINEAGE: LB-6919 (Crystal Cat CC 452-53)
Excellent sound (A+)
Taper: Unidentified
Mics: Unidentified
Source: trade discs shared by OutsideTLaw
CDs > Toast Titanium 11.0.4 > Disc images > iMovie 6.0.3
DVD PRODUCTION PROCESS:
Audio and video assets edited in iMovie 6.0.3; authored, multiplexed and burned to VIDEO_TS folder in iDVD 7.0.4.
Reviewed by yassou on 06th October 2013