Flying Colors : Third Stage - Live in London
Continuing their pattern of making a studio album, followed by a live album, "Third Stage: Live In London" is the 3rd live album by the prog-supergroup Flying Colors. It was recorded in December 2019 in London on a short and highly anticipated tour, directly after the release of their studio album "Third Degree". Teaming the talents of such heavyweights as guitarist Steve Morse (Deep Purple, Dixie Dregs), drummer Mike Portnoy (Transatlantic, Winery Dogs, ex-Dream Theater), keyboardist/singer Neal Morse (solo artist, Transatlantic, ex-Spock’s Beard), bass wizard Dave LaRue (Dixie Dregs, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai), with new pop singer/songwriter Casey McPherson, the band quickly established itself as one of rock’s most melodic enigmas.
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Plot Summary
This film captures the highly anticipated live performance of Spock's Beard's seminal album 'The Third Stage' in its entirety. Performed in London, the concert features the band delivering a powerful rendition of their classic progressive rock material. The setlist includes the full album, showcasing their intricate musicianship and dynamic stage presence.
Critical Reception
As a live concert film focusing on a specific album, critical reception typically centers on the quality of the performance and the faithfulness to the original recording. Fans generally lauded the energy and technical skill displayed by the band, especially given the complexity of the music. Audiences appreciated the opportunity to see a beloved album performed live.
What Reviewers Say
- Praise for the band's masterful performance of intricate progressive rock.
- Appreciation for capturing the energy and musicianship of a live Spock's Beard show.
- Positive feedback on the visual and audio quality of the concert recording.
Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the excellent musicianship and the faithful rendition of the 'Third Stage' album. Fans often express their enjoyment of seeing a classic progressive rock album performed with such skill and passion live.
Fun Fact
The 'Third Stage' album itself is considered a landmark in progressive rock, and this live recording captures Spock's Beard performing it in its entirety for the first time on video.
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