Jeff Beck: Performing This Week... Live At Ronnie Scott's
Jeff Beck: Performing This Week... Live At Ronnie Scott's

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Jeff Beck: Performing This Week... Live At Ronnie Scott's

2008
Movie
101 min
English

Over a series of 5 nights in November 2007, Jeff Beck performed, along with special guests, at Ronnie Scott's Club in Soho, London. The small venue was filled with a packed audience every night. Guest appearances include Joss Stone, Imogen Heap, Eric Clapton and the Big Town Playboys. Bonus features include interviews with Jeff Beck and the band members, as well as a rockabilly set with the Big Town Playboys.

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: Fraser MurdochGenres: Concert Film, Music, Documentary

Plot Summary

This concert film captures the legendary guitarist Jeff Beck performing live at the iconic Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London. Featuring a dynamic band, the performance showcases Beck's masterful guitar work across a range of his acclaimed material. The show highlights his innovative approach to blues-rock and jazz fusion, with impressive solos and improvisations.

Critical Reception

The live performance was met with widespread acclaim from critics and fans alike, celebrating Jeff Beck's enduring virtuosity and his ability to consistently reinvent his sound. Reviewers lauded the tight musicianship of the band and the electrifying atmosphere of the legendary venue.

What Reviewers Say

  • Jeff Beck's guitar prowess is on full display, delivering searing solos and intricate melodies.

  • The intimate setting of Ronnie Scott's provides a perfect backdrop for the raw energy of the performance.

  • A testament to Beck's status as one of the greatest guitarists of all time.

Google audience: Audience reviews for this live performance generally praise Jeff Beck's exceptional guitar skills and the high-energy setlist. Many viewers appreciated the blend of classic tracks and newer material performed with a talented ensemble.

Fun Fact

The concert was filmed over multiple nights in 2007, capturing Jeff Beck during his 'official' 2007 tour, but was released as a DVD/Blu-ray in 2008.

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