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Gavin Taylor

Died June 12, 2013

Gavin Taylor (c. 1942 – 12 June 2013) was a British film and television director. He was known for directing the broadcasts of major concerts and other televised events. Taylor's credits included The Tube television series, U2 Live at Red Rocks: Under a Blood Red Sky in 1983, and Queen at Wembley in 1986. Taylor worked for Tyne Tees Television (now called ITV Tyne Tees) from 1960 until 1996. He l…

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Queen: Live at Wembley StadiumQueen: Live at Wembley Stadium · 1986
Queen: Live at Wembley Stadium
★ 8.51986
MovieMusic
One of the world's biggest bands returns to the scene of their Live Aid triumph (one year earlier in 1985) to play all their greatest hits in front of a packed Wembley Stadium.
Les Misérables: 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert HallLes Misérables: 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall · 1995
Les Misérables: 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall
★ 8.81995
MovieMusic
The top stars from the original London and Broadway productions join together with a 150-voice chorus and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London's venerated Royal Albert Hall for a truly magical gala performance of Les Misérables. You'll watch and listen time and again to the magnificent Tony Award-winning score as sung by stars forever linked to these roles.
Hey, Mr. Producer! The Musical World of Cameron MackintoshHey, Mr. Producer! The Musical World of Cameron Mackintosh · 1998
Hey, Mr. Producer! The Musical World of Cameron Mackintosh
★ 6.71998
MovieDocumentaryMusic
'Hey, Mr Producer!' features selected scenes from the productions of the world's most successful musical producer, Cameron Mackintosh - classic songs from classic musicals performed by the ultimate cast.
Queen: Live in Japan 1982Queen: Live in Japan 1982 · 1986
Queen: Live in Japan 1982
★ 7.01986
MovieMusic
This release captures highlights of Queen live in Tokorozawa on 3th November 1982. Recorded on the final date of the Hot Space tour and released only in Japan. Featured Setlist: • Flash's Theme / The Hero • Now I'm Here • Put Out The Fire • Dragon Attack • Love of My Life • Save Me • Guitar Solo • Under Pressure • Crazy Little Thing Called • Love • Bohemian Rhapsody • Tie Your Mother Down • Teo Torriatte • We Will Rock You • We Are The Champions • God Save the Queen
U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD)U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD) · 2007
U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD)
★ 9.02007
MovieMusic
On 20 November 2007, a 20th anniversary edition of The Joshua Tree was released. Three-disc box set came with bonus audio CD and DVD. The bonus DVD features live concert footage, a documentary, and two music videos. The disc includes Live from Paris, an 85-minute concert from 4 July 1987 that was originally broadcast on British television in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Island Records. It was later released as a live album through the iTunes Store in July 2008; three cover songs are excluded from both releases of the concert. The documentary, titled Outside It's America, was a 1987 MTV production about The Joshua Tree Tour. The two music videos are an alternate version "With or Without You" and the previously unreleased video for "Red Hill Mining Town". Footage of U2's alter ego country band, The Dalton Brothers, is included on the disc as an Easter egg.
Songs & VisionsSongs & Visions · 1997
Songs & Visions
1997
MovieMusic
A musical event from Wembley Stadium in London featuring the greatest pop hits from the past 40 years performed by today's top recording artists on 16 August 1997. Songs are introduced with images of the year of the song including news footage and visual icons from the worlds of fashion, pop culture and movies. The event also includes a special tribute to Elvis Presley on the 20th anniversary of his death. Featuring performances from varied artists such as Rod Stewart, Jon Bon Jovi, Seal, KD Lang, Mary J Blige, Toni Braxton, Steve Winwood, Robert Palmer, Chaka Khan. Some artists perform alone, some as duets with other artists.
Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert CelebrationBob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration · 1993
Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration
★ 7.51993
MovieMusic
On October 16, 1992, an impressive and eclectic group of artists gathered at Madison Square Garden in New York City for the purpose of celebrating the music of Bob Dylan on the occasion of his 30th anniversary of recording. Bringing together musical greats as far-flung as Johnny Cash and Eddie Vedder, The Clancy Brothers and Lou Reed, the four-hour show celebrated a truly remarkable lifetime of songs in front of a sold-out audience of over 18,000. Warmly dubbed the Bobfest by participant Neil Young, the show was broadcast around the world and featured a cast of musical notables performing carefully chosen and often surprising selections from the incomparable Dylan songbook. At evening's end, the man of honor himself appeared on stage and gracefully brought it all back home again. In a world where all-star celebrity gatherings have become commonplace, the Bob Dylan celebration stood out as, first and foremost, a legitimately memorable musical event.
Dire Straits: Live In BaselDire Straits: Live In Basel · 1992
Dire Straits: Live In Basel
★ 5.01992
MovieMusic
Concert held at St. Jacob Stadium in Basel, Switzerland, 28.06.1992, during the On Every Street tour. One of the best concerts of Dire Straits.

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U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD)U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD) · 2007
U2: The Joshua Tree (Bonus DVD)
★ 9.02007
MovieMusic
On 20 November 2007, a 20th anniversary edition of The Joshua Tree was released. Three-disc box set came with bonus audio CD and DVD. The bonus DVD features live concert footage, a documentary, and two music videos. The disc includes Live from Paris, an 85-minute concert from 4 July 1987 that was originally broadcast on British television in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Island Records. It was later released as a live album through the iTunes Store in July 2008; three cover songs are excluded from both releases of the concert. The documentary, titled Outside It's America, was a 1987 MTV production about The Joshua Tree Tour. The two music videos are an alternate version "With or Without You" and the previously unreleased video for "Red Hill Mining Town". Footage of U2's alter ego country band, The Dalton Brothers, is included on the disc as an Easter egg.

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Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert CelebrationBob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration · 1993
Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration
★ 7.51993
MovieMusic
On October 16, 1992, an impressive and eclectic group of artists gathered at Madison Square Garden in New York City for the purpose of celebrating the music of Bob Dylan on the occasion of his 30th anniversary of recording. Bringing together musical greats as far-flung as Johnny Cash and Eddie Vedder, The Clancy Brothers and Lou Reed, the four-hour show celebrated a truly remarkable lifetime of songs in front of a sold-out audience of over 18,000. Warmly dubbed the Bobfest by participant Neil Young, the show was broadcast around the world and featured a cast of musical notables performing carefully chosen and often surprising selections from the incomparable Dylan songbook. At evening's end, the man of honor himself appeared on stage and gracefully brought it all back home again. In a world where all-star celebrity gatherings have become commonplace, the Bob Dylan celebration stood out as, first and foremost, a legitimately memorable musical event.

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