PLAY: THE VIDEOS

. this one is really different not because of it's Peter Gabriel, but it's also because of his passion to put pictures onto music. He has done it seriously, working with various film directors and spent significant time to build the pictures that surround the music. The result is an excellent video clip that attracts not only those who love clips but also those who actually do not like it - me, for example. Yes, I have never been attracted by any form of video clip. But this one by Peter Gabriel is something worth investing. Two strong reasons for this. First, I watched television program which broadcasted Peter Gabriel's clip "Sledgehammer" which had an interesting animation and quite fun and enjoyable to watch. Second, based on this watching TV experience I then purchased the laser disc (LD) version of Peter Gabriel videos for "US" album. The laser disc is really excellent and all videos are presented beautifully.

This DVD contains 23 clips and most of them are very attractive clips with excellent animation and picture shots, plus DVD extra which is also good viewing. The opening "Father, Son" is a very catchy song depicting the relationship between Peter and his dad. It's a touchy clip, I believe, backed with wonderful song that reminds me to "Here Comes The Flood" (piano version). "Sledgehammer" is a video full with animation that I first saw in television program and it has some funny characters as well. "Blood of Eden" is one of my favorite Peter's tracks that I love.

My favorite is "Big time" because the song has uplifting mood and upbeat tempo. The clip has a wonderful animation and it makes me smile and laugh outloud due to funny presentation. This clip was directed by Stephen R. Johnson and produced by Prudence Fenton. It's taken from SO album (released in 19 May 1986). Stewart Copeland of The Police sits at the drums stool and two bass stick players Tony Levin and Jerry Marota contribute to this track.

"Lovetown" is also another excellent clip. Directed by Michael Coulson and produced by Jacqueline White. This song is taken from The Philadelphia Movie Soundtrack released in 21 February 1993.

"Don't give up" is probably the one with the cheapest production cost because it only showcases Peter Gabriel is hugging Kate Bush while singing - the whole clip. It also the case with "Washing of the water" which showcases water flows. It's a wonderful clip and it's simple.

Well, knowing that actually I hate video clips but this one I like it, I can tell you that I recommend you to have this DVD with you as your collection. It's a pleasant viewing overall. The audio quality is also superb. Highly recommended.

Peace on earth and mercy mild - GW

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