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GREAT DVD!

Derek Blaustein | Parsippany, NJ United States | 12/21/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This DVD is a LIVE Concert performance done by Jan & Dean in the early 80's. Jan & Dean (and the Bel Air Bandits) do LIVE versions of all their classic hits including "Baby Talk" "Linda" "New Girl In School" "Surf City" "Honolulu Lulu" "Ride the Wild Surf" "Sidewalk Surfin" "Drag City" "The Little Old Lady From Pasedena" and "Deadman's Curve"! Plus, other great songs from the 60's! All great songs in this show! For those you don't know, Jan Berry was in a tragic car crash in 1966 which left him with severe brain damage and partial paralysis. However, Jan proves in this DVD that he won't let ANYTHING stop him from doing what he loves so much, MUSIC! This show is one of Jan & Dean's best performances from the "post-accident" era. Jan's voice is not quite the same as it use to be, but Jan sounds pretty good for a guy who virtually "came back from the dead", and was told that he may never walk or talk again. It's not only a really good show, but actually quite inspirational!!! Jan is quite a guy. And, Jan & Dean can still really get the crowd going!!!"

Surf's Up

D. Weinell | Florida | 07/23/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"A very valiant and heroic return to the stage by Jan Berry. After a near fatal accident leaves his partially paralyzed and unable to speak for a long time Jan proves that with iron will and raw dtermination you can overcome any disabilty.

This is an excellent example of Jan Berry and Dean Torrence doing what they have always done perfectly. Sing. Though Jan is slightly off-key you must listen past that and hear a great performer making a very strong come back.

Though Jan has left us his spirit and his music will live always in the hearts of his REAL fans.

So everyone grab your boards and wax em down. Beccause the Surf Is UP."

A must for Jan & Dean Fans

Michael R. Wenzel | Rochester, NH United States | 04/21/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"All the songs we remember. Filmed shortly after Jan's recovery from that terrible accident. You'll want to watch it again & again !"

A great concert by legendary duo

David Michaels | Ohio | 01/06/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This DVD captures a slice of rock history - the story of Jan & Dean. These guys were blazing trails that others had only dreamed of. Jan arranged and produced the group's records, which sparked Brian Wilson to do the same with the Beach Boys. They were in line for their own television show (a pilot had been shot) and were forming their own record label when Jan ran his Corvette into the back of a parked truck. The first EMTs to arrive thought he was dead. He survived and through hard work and determination returned to the stage. This DVD captures that phase of their career. Sure, they were a little rough, but that is the beauty of it. The man persevered and didn't let his limitations stop him. Jan Berry was an inspiration and Dean Torrence helped him complete the comeback. Sadly, Jan has passed away, but we have this DVD as a testament to his talent and remarkable resilience. Now, they should be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!!"