Roy Orbison: Black & White Night (1987)

[mrutta]

This is a concert film of a a very special night. The question I have is I already have the DVD, and the movie is in black and white, hence the title so why is this being released in blu ray?

The sound was superb on the DVD.

[JimShaw]

Originally Posted by mrutta

This is a concert film of a a very special night. The question I have is I already have the DVD, and the movie is in black and white, hence the title so why is this being released in blu ray?

The sound was superb on the DVD.

For me, I would love to get it mainly for SOUND. It has been released. Amazon for $17.95.

[danielpwnz]

What is with the school of thought that thinks black & white things don't benefit from HD?

[CheapChildren]

Originally Posted by danielpwnz

What is with the school of thought that thinks black & white things don't benefit from HD?

+1

This looks and most importantly sounds gorgeous on Blu.

[blurayisking]

The DTS Master Audio soundtrack for this blu-ray is very, very LOUD and absolutely a huge improvement over the standard Dolby Digital track.

Fantastic sound !!

The video, for the first time, is in widescreen format (1.78 aspect ratio).

[Riff Magnum]

Does anyone know why it's only 1080i?
I'm probably gonna get it anyways, as Roy is the man and this concert even sounds good when PBS shows reruns.

[Johnny Vinyl]

Originally Posted by JimShaw

For me, I would love to get it mainly for SOUND. It has been released. Amazon for $17.95.

Ditto for SOUND.

And for once COSTCO CANADA has it for $14.99, but only at a select few locations. Going to pick mine up tomorrow!

[CheapChildren]

Originally Posted by Riff Magnum

Does anyone know why it's only 1080i?
I'm probably gonna get it anyways, as Roy is the man and this concert even sounds good when PBS shows reruns.

If you had never mentioned that I would have never known.

[Clark Kent]

This BD will be the third time I pick up this title. I had the original dvd and then I got the sacd/dvd reissue.

[MikeZ.]

From Facebook :

The re-imagined, re-edited, remastered and expanded version of Roy Orbison's iconic 'Black & White Night' will be available on February 24!

" Black & White Night 30 is a re-imagined, re-edited, remastered and expanded version of the original television special, available both as a CD/DVD set and as a CD/Blu-ray set on February 24. Re-edited by Roy s youngest son Alex Orbison, the program has been restored to reflect the correct set order as the audience who attended the show saw it. Liner notes written by son Roy Orbison Jr. are included in the packaging as well as a treasure trove of bonus content.

Black & White Night 30 includes a previously unseen alternate version of "Oh, Pretty Woman", a previously unseen performance "Blue Angel." a 'secret concert performed by the band after the audience had left of five songs featuring alternate takes of Dream You, "Comedians," "Candyman," "Claudette," and "Uptown". The audio for the concert is available on CD with buyers of Black & White Night 30 receiving a download code for access to the audio records of the 'secret concert.'

Additionally included is a brand new 33-minute mini-documentary consisting of rehearsal footage and pre and post show interviews with Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Costello and more PLUS a photo montage consisting of 20 still photos from the show and new photos of show memorabilia, mostly unused and unseen in any context. "

Track Listing:
*= Previously unreleased
+= First time on DVD
1) Only the Lonely
2) Leah
3) In Dreams
4) Crying
5) Uptown
6) The Comedians
7) Blue Angel+
8) It's Over
9) Running Scared
10) Dream Baby (How Long Must I Dream)
11) Mean Woman Blues
12) Candy Man
13) Ooby Dooby
14) Blue Bayou
15) Go Go Go (Down the Line)
16) (All I Can Do Is) Dream You
17) Claudette
18) Oh, Pretty Woman (ALT Version)*+
19) Oh, Pretty Woman

Secret Post-concert alternate versions (offered as a digital download within the CD)
20) (All I Can Do Is) Dream You*
21) Comedians*
22) Candy Man*
23) Claudette*
24) Uptown*

CD / Blu ray : https://www.amazon.com/Black-White-N...204762c456278e

[dorothyv]

Great news! (I had been debating picking up the OOP BD on Ebay for the past several weeks).

[MikeZ.]

Originally Posted by dorothyv

Great news! (I had been debating picking up the OOP BD on Ebay for the past several weeks).

It's fetching high prices now. I'll keep it until I see what this new one looks, and sounds like. The original is reference quality.

[Sidecarcollision]

I've been waiting for this for a long time now! very excited.

[MikeZ.]

From the Orbison Facebook page :

" This release has been completely recut from all 7 original camera angles by Alex Orbison himself, who was present the night of the performance. The new version of the show plays in set list running order. The audio has been remixed and remastered to give the viewer the experience as if he or she was there that night. It also features never-before-seen bonus rehearsal and interview footage with the all star band! This is NOT the same Black & White Night you've seen or heard before. "

[bigshot]

I would actually welcome a remix on this. The backup singers in the rear channel always irked me. This sounds like a significant upgrade.

However that Amazon link doesn't indicate that it includes the blu-ray

[chipgallo]

This and the Jeff Beck Rock 'n' Roll Party Honoring Les Paul are my favorite music Blu-rays. What a treat to get a different perspective on the show from a family member! (The sound quality on the original was so good, I suspected post production replacement of instruments. Never could verify this but for a "live" gig, it sounds incredible.)

[MikeZ.]

I've submitted as much info. as I can, in order to set up a page for this new release.

[WhySoBlu?]

Originally Posted by dorothyv

Great news! (I had been debating picking up the OOP BD on Ebay for the past several weeks).

Just so you know, you can get a region free version from Amazon.de (Amazon Germany) for ~$15 shipped. It's basically the same disc that used to be available here. I bought it a year ago because I was sick of waiting for this to be re-released.

[MikeZ.]

I'm keeping my old copy simply because the team of Elliot Scheiner ( the 5.1 mix) and Bob Ludwig (mastering) gave it SUPERIOR SQ.

I spoke to Roy Orbison, Jr. a couple of days ago, and he confirmed his brother Alex, and Sony's own Richard Dodd have remixed, and remastered this new one. Hopefully, it'll also be great, but I find it hard to believe it'll be any big sonic improvement.

We'll know Feb.24th.

[Arne]

I have the new "30" on the way too. I also took a closer look at the original BR I have. Interesting that the case says it is in 1080i, but my Integra says it is, in fact, 1080p. Also, the DTS HD Master Audio track and the PCM 2.0 track are at 96 kHz, instead of the more common 48kHz.
No wonder the audio is so incredible. Hope the new one is as good.