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pink floyd pulse | Directed: - David Mallet Magnificently produced light and sound experience! Simply put, this is the best there is in large-venue concert production. (If you prefer smaller venues, you may also want to pick up the David Gilmour in Concert DVD.) Even though the promised DVD of PULSE hasn't yet arrived, it's very apparent what a work of art the well-coordinated light show was, and Mr. Thorgerson's beautiful videos are also outstanding, and surreal. It's clear from this that Pink Floyd is not at all a destroyed band, but one very much alive. The video allows for a close-up glimpse of the band in addition to the light display, that might be lost to the audience at the actual concert. For that it may even surpass the concertgoing experience for those who prefer a more intimate musical experience. At times it may seem that the younger touring musicians are more "into it" than the band, but then Pink Floyd has always been more reserved than some. The Floyd members show their passion in subtler ways. If anybody in the band has a tendency to be visibly animated, surprisingly enough (or is it?) it's the softspoken keyboardist Richard Wright, who reacts very clearly to the music. "But if I have the audio CD, should I buy this too?" Absolutely! Even though most of the tracks are similar in style, on some the combination of light and sound heightens the experience. Also, the video-only tracks are well worth hearing. But perhaps the most stunning difference is in "Sorrow". While the CD version takes a more mournful, softer approach, the video version is a hard-rocking tune that draws the most passionate playing out of all three members. If David Gilmour and Nick Mason are on fire, then Richard Wright is positively explosive on this song. Letting loose with a screaming, uncharacteristically aggressive Hammond assault, one almost wonders if the keys will survive such a performance (especially given the fire in his eyes!). The only thing at all lacking on the video is the picture quality, which although good, is not up to modern standards of clarity. Hopefully the upcoming DVD will rectify this. Even considering this limitation, I can't possibly lower a hard-earned 5 star rating! Best concert video of all time It's 1995, why bother making a new album and touring after 6 years when you've already been to the top of the mountain, stayed there longer than anyone else and made zillions of $ like Pink Floyd? I think it's because of the dreadful 'Delicate Sound of Thunder' tour, film and album of 1989. Just like the Beatles made Abbey Road because they didn't want to be remembered for Let it Be, the three remaining Floydians had to get together one more time to remind us that they can still stage the greatest show on earth. And boy did they. Everybody does their job here and then some. Director David Mallet avoids the concert film cliches and overblown effects that dragged down Delicate Sound of Thunder. His filming is crisp and straightforward and doesn't get in the way of the spectacular lights, lasers and projections that make PF shows a true multimedia experience. As for the music itself, it's hard to believe this is the same band that stumbled through an uninspired set in 'Thunder'. The Pulse set is seamless and inspired, highlighted by a full rendition of 'Dark Side of the Moon'. Dave Gilmour in particular shows he's still the finest rock guitarist ever and his flawless arrangements and voice make the songs shine like polished gems(or crazy diamonds maybe). When they're both released on DVD skip Delicate Sound of Thunder and buy this one. Pulse is exactly how you'll want to remember the unforgettable live experience that was Pink Floyd. OFFICIAL comment from Pink Floyd's management on PULSE DVD From Brain Damage: "We chatted this week to our friends at Pink Floyd Management (formerly known as EMKA), about future and upcoming releases. Whilst at the moment there are a number of details that are far from being definite, we felt that you would want to hear what there is - however brief! Certainly from the many emails we receive each week, upcoming releases are of major interest. PULSE DVD - they are hoping that this may be released, worldwide, at some point in October. Any actual dates you may have already heard for its release are simply supposition at this stage. In terms of content, the main feature is finished, and some decisions are being made at the moment with regard to additional content to complete the package. Any DVDs you already see for sale (on, for example, online auction sites) are fakes, created from either the original VHS tapes or from laserdisc. A lot of work has been done on the official version and it should be worth waiting for! We will be speaking to PFM again shortly for an update on this project..." Maybe THIS will be the final time that we hear that it's coming. 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