(1996) combined. Over the years, the program has introduced countless boys to the world of Japanese animation. The first season re-introduces the main characters and sets up a new threat. Goku learns he's not an Earthling, but a Saiyan from the planet Vegeta. Only three other Saiyans survive, all of them extremely powerful and destructive. Goku destroys Raditz with the help of Piccolo, but dies in the process. He spends much of the season training in the Other World with King Kai. Piccolo takes over training Goku's son Gohan, anticipating he will have to face the remaining Saiyans, Nappa and Vegeta. These episodes set the pattern for the combination of martial arts training, fantasy-battles and slapstick comedy that make the series so popular. The storyline rambles, with lots of digressions, repeats, and false endings--none of which bother the fans. Although Dragon Ball Z has been released previously in the US, Funimation pulled out all the stops for this edition. The entire series has been remastered from the original prints, and the Japanese language track is included for the first time. (Goku and Krillin have higher-pitched, younger voices than they do in the American dub.) For Dragon Ball Z fans, this version clearly supercedes all previous ones. (Rated TV PG. suitable for ages 8 and older: violence; minor incidents of risqué and toilet humor, ethnic stereotyping and alcohol use) --Charles Solomon  (less)

to them, however, a powerful new enemy has set his sights on the same prize—the ruthless tyrant Frieza! Beset on all sides by danger, Gohan, Krillin, and Bulma must fight for their lives as they struggle to keep the Dragon Balls from falling into evil hands. Meanwhile, Goku races against time to join his friends in their quest, but waiting for him on Planet Namek is an army of the most powerful villains the universe has ever known, led by Frieza's most elite fighting unit—the unstoppable Ginyu Force! Season Two contains: the Complete Namek Saga - first time on DVD! and Captain Ginyu Saga 35 Action-Packed Episodes on 6 discs Booklet filled with episode summaries and character descriptions Revised English Dialogue with Original Japanese Music  (less)

the scenes action.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: SPORTS/GAMES/HOCKEY Rating: NR UPC: 883929019724 Manufacturer No: 1000038712  (less)

become paranoid personal agendas take over and well-kept secrets threaten to be revealed some people will find an inner strength they never knew they had and the most unlikely heroes will emerge.System Requirements:Running Time: 347 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: TELEVISION/SERIES & SEQUELS Rating: NR UPC: 097368920149 Manufacturer No: 892014  (less)

Z TV specials. The programs present the back stories of later adventures. Bardock was one of the Saiyans Frieza used as mercenaries to conquer other worlds. But Frieza and his lieutenant Doodoria feared the Saiyans might eventually become strong enough to threaten them. Doodoria murdered Bardock's squadron; Frieza destroyed the Saiyan planet. Vegeta, Nappa and Goku (né Kakarot) were the only survivors. Before he was killed, Bardock was cursed with the ability to see the future, including his own brutal death. But that psychic power also enabled Bardock to see that his infant son would grow up to destroy the monstrous Frieza. The History of Trunks is set further in the future: the androids 17 and 18 that Dr. Gero created are ravaging the Earth. As Goku died of a heart ailment several years earlier, no one can defeat them, not even Gohan. Trunks, the son of Vegeta and Bulma, fights 17 and 18, but loses ignominiously. Only one hero can save the world: Trunks launches the time machine Bulma invented to take medicine back to Goku that will save his life and alter the course of history. Bardock the Father of Goku and The History of Trunks will appeal most strongly to viewers already familiar with the Dragon Ball saga. (Rated TV PG: violence, nudity) --Charles Solomon  (less)

albums and come through a major accident in the late eighties that threatened his entire career. This DVD, the first live release from either Roger or Supertramp, was filmed in Montreal and catches Roger Hodgson at his very best. Tracklisting: 1) Take The Long Way Home 2) Give A Little Bit 3) Lovers In The Wind 4) Hide In Your Shell 5) Oh Brother 6) The Logical Song 7) Easy Does It 8) Sister Moonshine 9) Love Is A Thousand Times 10) Breakfast In America 11) Don't Leave Me Now 12) Dreamer 13) It's Raining Again 14) School 15) Two Of Us 16) Give A Little Bit Bonus Tracks: 1) Even In The Quietest Moments 2) Dreamer (with orchestra) 3) The Logical Song (excerpt with orchestra) 4) Fool's Overture (excerpts with orchestra) Bonus Features: Bonus Tracks Behind The Scenes Film A Conversation With Roger Hodgson Montreal Interview Roger's Repertoire (full discography with audio clips)  (less)

smaller venues and a more intimate show, and from start to finish Elevation provides a welcome reminder of what a great band this is. Recorded in Boston, the show features a healthy mix of new and old songs, which were written over the course of two decades but sound as fresh and relevant as ever. From classics like "Sunday Bloody Sunday," "Where the Streets Have No Name," and "I Will Follow" right up to instant favorites such as "Beautiful Day" and "Elevation," every track is stunningly executed. If you saw the concerts, this is a worthy and lasting souvenir; if you didn't, watch this and you might be kicking yourself. --Helen Marquis, Amazon.co.uk  (less)

ever, had recently been joined by a player of almost equal stature: Jaco Pastorius, who at age 24 was busy re-defining the fretless electric bass for generations to come. Pastorius had played on some of Black Market , the most recent Weather Report recording, but he'd only been touring with them for three months when they appeared at the Montreux event; though not yet fully integrated, his playing here frequently backs up his self-description as "the greatest bass player in the world," not only on Black Market material like Shorter's "Elegant People" and Zawinul's "Cannon Ball" and title song (two of his most melodic and enduring tunes) but on earlier items like "Badia" and "Scarlet Woman" as well. With Manolo Badrena on percussion and the explosive Alex Acuna on drums, this was the quintet that would go on to release the landmark Heavy Weather album a year later (you can hear Zawinul noodling on the melody that would become "Birdland," their breakout hit, during "Dr. Honoris Causa"). This gig, which clocks in at slightly under 90 minutes, is smoking from start to finish. The band expands on (and, in the case of "Black Market," slightly speeds up) the recorded versions; as always, the balance of composition and improvisation is brilliant, underlining Zawinul's description of Weather Report as a band that "never solos, but always solos." Although one might wish for a better audio mix (the drums and percussion are too loud, and the overall sound is on the shrill side), this is a welcome addition to the catalogue of a wonderful and important band that's woefully underrepresented on DVD. (Note: Fans will also want to check out the DVD of a '78 performance that's included in Forecast: Tomorrow , Weather Report's 2006 boxed CD set.) --Sam Graham  (less)

with Free. After six years with FREE, Rodgers formed BAD COMPANY with Mott the Hoople guitarist Mick Ralphs. As the main songwriters they wrote all of the platinum records and #1 hits. While moving forward as a solo artist he took a slight detour and formed THE FIRM with LED ZEPPELIN guitarist Jimmy Page. He then continued as a solo artist and received a Grammy Nomination for his "Muddy Water Blues" CD on which he wrote the title track. In 2005 he joined forces with QUEEN and toured worldwide at QUEEN + PAUL RODGERS performing songs from both of their catalogues. He is currently proceeding on two fronts with QUEEN and as a solo artist. In '07, he will play ten exclusive US dates this spring and one summer date in Holland. For a man who prefers to keep a low profile, his talent still shines brightly. Tracklisting: 1. I'll Be Creepin' 2. The Stealer 3. Ride On A Pony 4. Radioactive 5. Be My Friend 6. Warboys 7. Feel Like Makin' Love 8. Bad Company 9. (I Just Wanna) See You Smile 10. Louisiana Blues 11. Fire And Water 12. Wishing Well 13. All Right Now 14. I'm A Mover 15. The Hunter 16. Can't Get Enough Of Your Love 17. Seagull Bonus Features: 1. Interviews with Paul Rodgers, the band and the fans 2. Performance of "Sunshine" by Paul's son Steven Rodgers who was the support act on the tour.  (less)

trio. They perform a mixture of tracks from each of their solo repertoire plus special arrangements of some of their favorite tracks by other artists. For jazz musicians, playing at Montreux is always a highlight and the three guitarists are clearly inspired by playing together in the unique Montreux atmosphere. Tracklisting: 1) PSP No.II 2) Tango Suite (for two guitars) 3) Orient Blue Suite / Traces Of A Tear 4) Musette De Paris Avec La Rue Dupierre No.5 5) Waltz 6) Braziliance 7) No Mystery 8) Spain  (less)

play it loud! TRACKLISTING 1. Heaven and Hell 2. I Can't Explain 3. Young Man Blues 4. I Don't Even Know Myself 5. Water 6. Medley: Shakin' All Over / Spoonful / Twist and Shout 7. Summertime Blues 8. My Generation 9. Magic Bus From "Tommy": 10. Overture 11. It's a Boy 12. Eyesight to the Blind (The Hawker) 13. Christmas 14. The Acid Queen 15. Pinball Wizard 16. Do You Think It's Alright 17. Fiddle About 18. Go to the Mirror 19. Miracle Cure 20. I'm Free 21. We're Not Gonna Take It 22. See Me Feel Me / Listening to You 23. Tommy Can You Hear Me? BONUS FEATURES Bonus tracks omitted from the original film: 1. Substitute 2. Naked Eye New 40 minute interview with Pete Townshend.  (less)