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A disappointing DVD with no input from the band in terms of interviews and commentary. The music clips are mainly from one studio session (Granada TV) a there are only three complete tracks on the DVD, the rest being curtailed with critical commentary (which is OK and does hold some truth).

I have watched the DVD once and am unlikely to look at it again for many months to come... an opportunity lost by the producers of this DVD, if it had more substance they could sell this in significant volumes.


Rating: 2 out of 5

I am always happy to learn more of the artists that I admire. I had hoped that this dvd would provide some live performances, as I was too young to ever get to see Argent 'live'. In that I was a bit dissapointed. Still I do like the information that the people interviewed provided. For instance, it was the first I ever heard that Yes asked Rod Argent to join the band after Rick Wakeman departed (the first time). Also I completely agree with the constantly expressed sentiment that 'Argent'were "criminally underrated".
As often happens, the ones with the gimmicks whether or not they have any real talent, get the attention of the media and the general public.
Because Rod Argent was a no nonsense musician totally dedicated to his art, as was Russ Ballard too for that matter, many great moments went unnoticed.
If anyone has the ears to listen, they will understand why Argent was one of (if not THE) best progressive rock band around, perhaps this documentary dvd serves as a good introduction to a truly great band.

Rating: 3 out of 5