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With every band in the known universe releasing a DVD these days, it only seems fitting that Piebald join the club. At least that way, the media form of the music DVD can maintain some dignity while audiotards drop a nut over the new Yellowcard live DVD. When talk of this DVD originally started, Piebald put out a call to all of their loyal fans asking for any video footage that had been captured over the 'Balds extensive existene. I'm not sure what happened, but this did not (kind of dissapointedly) turn out to be the format of the final project. What the DVD DOES contain is a fine assortment of live footage compiled by cameraman Mike Parziale and a well-done documentary that balances between time on the road, time in the studio, and plain ole' time with Piebald. If you are familiar with the band, then you will realize the potential in following these guys around with a video camera. Guitarist Aaron Stuart is responsible for the majority of the funniest moments on the disc, but there are some quality interviews with Trais Shettel and the rest of the band as well. The live performances are classic Piebald. Live songs include "Grace Kelly With Wings", "Location is Everything", "The Stalker", and "I Haven't Tried It". Summing it all up, the DVD is a good time with a great band, and fans as well as newcomers will not be let down. "Killa Bees", the B-sides CD included with the DVD, has some alternate versions of existing Piebald tracks, such as "Part Of Your Body..." and "All Sense Is Lost", as well as some previously unreleased material. Some of the new songs belong only on a B-sides collection, but many of them are actually very good. Never doubt the powers of Piebald. Reviewed by: Paul Cardone |
