Traveling Wilburys (2CD/1DVD, Deluxe Edition)

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The Traveling Wilburys were one of the few supergroups that lived up to their promise, because they didn't try to. Things started inauspiciously when George Harrison, needing a B-side for a 1988 single, called in friends Jeff Lynne, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty, and Roy Orbison for assistance. Two albums later--the second without Orbison, who had passed away shortly after the first was released--the loose-knit collective had recorded material that was as durable, and occasionally eclipsed, the participants' legendary solo work. The Wilburys succeeded due to a genial and contagious camaraderie that permeates both discs. What could have been a train wreck of ego clashes instead resulted in a frothy meeting of the minds. These guys are having a blast, trading lead vocals and harmonies on energetic folk-rock, quirky rockabilly, and Beatlesque pop that shimmers with the respect and esteem the members clearly hold for each other. Harrison and Lynne's rather slick production polishes off edges that might better have been left unvarnished, but there's no denying the loosey-goosey craftsmanship at work in tunes such as "Handle with Care," "End of the Line," and a striking Orbison performance on "Not Alone Anymore" that ranks with any of his finest. Both albums were million-sellers, but oddly went out of print for about a decade until Rhino resurrected them, adding two rare tracks per disc as well as a DVD of music videos and a band documentary. The resulting package is a comprehensive overview of a once--well, twice--in-a-lifetime project that, especially after Harrison's passing, will never be repeated. --Hal Horowitz

Album Description
Featuring classics like "Handle With Care," "End Of The Line," and "Heading For The Light," super-group Traveling Wilbury's Collection highlights all of the band's music and previously unreleased bonus tracks through this re-mastered double album. The DVD features behind the scenes footage of the band writing and recording, along with their 5 video clips. Limited edition Deluxe package includes 40-page booklet and other exclusive extras.

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5 out of 5 stars

George, Bob, Tom, Roy and Jeff... 5 stars for sure! June 17, 2007
63 out of 68 found this review helpful

I guess that based on some of the comments, I am one of the lucky ones. I pre-ordered this set in early May and it shipped a couple of days before the actual release date. It arrived a couple of days after the day of issue, but based on my Amazon price of $24.99 for the deluxe set, the same price as the standard edition in most of the "super-stores" in my area, that couple of days of waiting were not too bad.

I rate this set as five stars based on the price I paid. If I paid the near 40 Dollars for the limited edition set as it is priced locally, I might not feel the "extras" are worth 15 extra Dollars. The standard set of two CDs and the DVD are worth $24.99, and indeed, the deluxe set has the standard set inserted into a larger box. So for that extra 15 Dollars you get a small book with photos and narrative about the group, a couple of postcards with generic vintage photos (not of the group) announcing the "Wilburys are coming", and a couple of photos of the actual group playing. There is also a number of issue supposedly from 1 to 50,000, mine being 26, XXX for a set that was sent out before the release date.

The actual reason that I wanted this set, already being in possession of the original vols. 1 and 3 CDs was that DVD, and I was not disappointed. The documentary of the group's initial formation as well as the production of vol. 1 was great to watch. The production value is 1980s home video, but that was when this documentary was shot, so it is true to that era. There is no Dolby 5.1, but the basic stereo works for the low-tech group of rock and rollers. As I watched it, I wished I could have been a fly on the wall during that very short period of terrific synergistic creativity. The lack of ego from these rock-gods and the fun of this endeavor came through. I was so sad watching Roy Orbison laughing and cutting up knowing how short his time on earth was, but I think he had a great exit, going out on top. Seeing the speed at which these people came up with so many songs, the way they finalized them, and the trust in the final product was great. When you think of how many "lesser" albums required much more in time, effort and technology, it reminds you of how great this group really was.

The DVD transitions from the documentary into 5 music videos, again each only basic 2.0 stereo, but fine for this music. Two songs are from vol. 1, and three from vol. 3. I always liked vol. 1 more than 3, but watching the videos for "She's my baby" and "Inside out", gave me a new appreciation, as I watched the trading of lead vocals and the harmonizing in a (dare I say) "Beatle-esk" way. Seeing that empty rocking chair during Orbison's vocal in "End of the Line" was a heart-breaker, but I was glad the group paid respect to him after passing. Overall, this is a fine DVD from an era that never needed anything better than quality good enough for VHS.

The two CDs are as good as they can be technically and both have additional tracks tacked on. This is the all-in-one Wilburys product for those that were never able to get the original recordings all those years ago. The addition of the DVD makes this a no-brainer.

I know some are harping about what is not on this set, but I am rating it for what it is, not what it isn't. 5 stars are warranted for these two discs of great music, and video of a terrific group in action.

4 out of 5 stars

Don't Get Ripped-Off by the Vendors July 21, 2007
20 out of 31 found this review helpful

Please, don't give the Vendors your cash for This the: "Deluxe" Version. Many big Chain Merchants STILL have this Deluxe Version available for Purchase in their stores...{HINT} Think, B B for the Store name. The Deluxe Edition is still out there and it's cheaper than what they want you to Pay for it here....BUYER, SHOP AROUND, IT'S STILL IN STORES !!!

5 out of 5 stars

HANDLE WITH CARE - THIS SET IS A REAL GEM July 23, 2007
20 out of 26 found this review helpful

The Traveling Wilburys were one of the few supergroups that lived up to their promise, mostly because they didn't try to. Things started off simply enough when George Harrison, needing a B-side for a 1988 single, called on friend Jeff Lynne who happened to know that Bob Dylan had a studio nearby in L.A.. George's guitar was at Tom Petty's house and by that point they decided to do the group thing.

The group was complete with the addition of Roy Orbison, acclaimed by many as "The Most Beautiful Voice in Rock n' Roll." Unfortunately, Orbison passed away shortly after the first album was released, but the Wilburys succeeded due to the genial camaraderie that is reverberates through both discs. What could have been a train wreck of ego, instead resulted in these guys having a blast, trading lead vocals and harmonies that shimmer with the affection and respect the members clearly held for each other.

Harrison and Lynne's beautiful production make these records both listenable and memorable, particularly "Handle with Care," "End of the Line," and a breathtaking Orbison performance on "Not Alone Anymore". The CD's went out of print for about a decade until Olivia Harrison completed George's wishes to re-master and re-release the material, adding two rare tracks per disc as well as a DVD of music videos and a band documentary. The Deluxe package also includes a hard cover book of rare photos and a sticker.

This is a comprehensive overview of a twice-in-a-lifetime project that, especially after Harrison's and Orbison's passing, will never be repeated.

5 out of 5 stars

George's Perfectly Legendary Guitar Supergroup June 12, 2007
19 out of 20 found this review helpful

Wow, what a week! First Paul's "Memory Almost Full", now the Traveling Wilburys. And Ringo's "Liverpool 8" comes out this month too! Feels like the '70 all over again...Sorry to digress.
I just listened to/watched the "Deluxe Edition" CD and documentary and videos. It doesn't get much better than this! "Hall of Fame" vocals, loads of outstanding guitar playing, to-die-for harmonies, all high energy but laid back fun. George formed this group from close friends. Those relationships shine through on every track. The classy packaging reminds me of first opening "The Concert For Bangladesh" or "All Things Must Pass". Lots of postcards, pictures, and a very sturdy box and "Wilbury's History Book". My only complaint: No lyrics! Unbelieveable! Best moments...."Archive" footage of all sessions, especially Roy Orbison's vocals on "Not Alone Any More" and George leading the band through "End Of The Line". Pure Pleasure..............

5 out of 5 stars

The Wilbury Twist June 13, 2007
11 out of 13 found this review helpful

After all the years of waiting we finally have the re-mastered versions. It was well worth the wait. The DVD is also really good, but I would like to have seen it in 5.1. The bonus tracks are good but it's a shame there were no more (Like the instrumental version of 'New Blue Moon') from the 'She's My Baby' CD single released around the time of Vol. 3. The version of 'Runaway' also differs from the version on the 'She's My Baby' CD single, there are now horns present, I guess this one has been re-mixed.

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