Dr. Feelgood - All Through the City (with Wilko 1974-1977)
Dr. Feelgood - All Through the City (with Wilko 1974-1977)

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Dr. Feelgood - All Through the City (with Wilko 1974-1977)

2013
Movie
75 min
English

Dr. Feelgood are considered both the pioneers of the 70s punk wave as well as the epitome of the so-called pub rock, the antithesis to the stadium rock. And yet the band was so much more.This DVD contains 23 great Dr. Feelgood tunes, featuring Wilko Johnson, spanning 1974-1977. Seminal, crucial and 100% Rock & Roll.

Insights

Director: Multiple Directors (Compilation)Genres: Rock, Blues Rock, R&B

Plot Summary

This compilation captures the raw energy and distinctive sound of Dr. Feelgood during their formative years with guitarist Wilko Johnson. It features live performances and studio recordings from their peak period, showcasing their gritty R&B-infused pub rock that defined a generation. The collection highlights their intense stage presence and Johnson's unique guitar style that became synonymous with the band's early success.

Critical Reception

As a retrospective compilation, 'All Through the City' has been well-received by fans and critics who appreciate the opportunity to revisit Dr. Feelgood's classic era. It is celebrated for its authentic representation of the band's live prowess and the definitive sound they achieved with Wilko Johnson. The release is often praised for its historical significance in documenting a key period of British rock music.

What Reviewers Say

  • A definitive look at Dr. Feelgood's early, classic lineup.

  • Captures the electrifying live energy that made the band legendary.

  • Essential for fans of pub rock and Wilko Johnson's iconic guitar work.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this compilation typically focus on its nostalgic value and the high quality of the included live and studio tracks. Listeners often praise the raw, energetic performances and commend it as an excellent representation of Dr. Feelgood's seminal period with Wilko Johnson.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (Compilation release)

Fun Fact

The period covered by this compilation (1974-1977) includes Dr. Feelgood's most commercially successful years, with albums like 'Down by the Jetty', 'Malpractice', and 'Stupidity' charting well in the UK.

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