Tuesday, November 24, 2009

George Michael to release concert DVD and hold film premiere

George Michael is to release ‘Live in London’ a special 23 song full concert plus 3 bonus tracks, DVD on December 8th through Epic Records/Sony Music Entertainment. This is the first live DVD of George’s 30 plus year career. Recorded and filmed at the final two concerts in London’s Earls Court arena on August 24th and 25th 2008, these highly anticipated shows marked the end of George Michael’s triumphant 25 Live Tour and were the last chance to catch George performing on a stage of this magnitude.

‘Live in London’ will premiere for a special one night only showing in digital cinemas in cities throughout North America on December 3, 2009.

‘Live in London’ directed by award winning director Andy Morahan, features tracks from George’s celebrated career including ‘Careless Whisper’, ‘Freedom’, ‘Faith’, ‘Everything She Wants’ and ‘Amazing’. A special behind the scenes bonus documentary, ‘I’d Know Him A Mile Off,’ offers a glimpse behind the magic of these sold out shows even shadowing the man himself before and after his performances on stage. ‘Live in London’ will be available worldwide in two formats, double disc DVD and Blu-Ray disc.

The theatrical release of ‘Live in London’ is distributed by D&E Entertainment (www.DandEentertainment.com) in conjunction with Sony Music and will premiere for a special one night only showing in more than fifty digital cinemas throughout North America. The screenings will be presented in state of the art high definition digital cinemas. These theatrical screenings are the best seat in the house for any fan to enjoy George’s mind-blowing live show. For a complete listing of theaters and cities, please visit: www.GeorgeMichaelLiveInLondon.com.

Evan Saxon and Doug Kluthe of D&E Entertainment commented, “It is a pleasure to bring George Michael's groundbreaking live show the big screen. Seeing George Michael in digital cinema will let his fans feel as if they've been transported to Earls Court for those amazing shows. Now fans who have not had a chance to experience George Michael live and those whop have and want to relive this critically acclaimed masterpiece can do so at their local theatre with the best seat in the house. At D&E we’re able to bring this live experience to fans who are looking for more than the typical film fare at their local cinema, while providing the artist unparalleled marketing opportunities and direct interaction with their fans.”

When George first announced his 25 Live Tour tickets were snapped up in minutes. The critically acclaimed tour saw George perform in front of over 2 million people worldwide with a 49 date 25 Live Arena Tour and a 30 date 25 Live Stadium Tour. In Summer 2008 Michael took his 25 Live Tour to arenas across North America touring North America for the first time in 20 years. In London alone, 350,000 people collectively watched him performing in Earls Court, Wembley Arena, The Roundhouse and the newly renovated Wembley Stadium, where he made musical history as the first artist to perform at the momentous venue in June 2007. His exceptional performances in the UK, Europe and North America received unprecedented praise from both critics and fans across the globe.

George Michael is one of the world’s most successful male artists, selling over 100 million records world wide and encompassing 11 British No.1 singles, eight British No.1 albums and six US No.1 singles. The Multi talented artist also proved to be a big hit on the small screen as he parodied himself in Christmas specials of the hit UK television shows ‘Catherine Tate Show’ and ‘Extras’. Last year George participated in US sitcom Eli Stone, where each episode was titled after a George Michael song and George made several appearances throughout the series.

DISC ONE
1. Waiting (Reprise)
Written by Dennis Morgan, Simon Climie
2. Fastlove
Written by George Michael, Patrice Rushen, Teresa McFadden, Freddie Washington
3. I’m Your Man
Written by George Michael
4. Flawless (Go To The City)
Written by George Michael, Paul Alexander, Nashom Wooden, Gary Turnier, Eric Matthew, Oliver Stumm
5. Father Figure
Written by George Michael
6. You Have Been Loved
Written By George Michael, David Austin
7. An Easier Affair
Written by George Michael, Ruadhri Cushnan, Kevin Ambrose, Niall Flynn
8. Everything She Wants
Written by George Michael
9. One More Try
Written by George Michael
10. Different Corner
Written by George Michael
11. Too Funky
Written by George Michael
12. Shoot The Dog
Written by George Michael, Niall Flynn, James Jackman, Phil Oakey, Ian Burton
13. John and Elvis Are Dead
Written By George Michael, David Austin
14. Faith
Written by George Michael
15. Spinning The Wheel
Written by George Michael, Johnny Douglas
16. Feeling Good
Written by Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley
17. Roxanne
Written by Sting
18. My Mother Had a Brother
Written by George Michael
19. Amazing
Written by George Michael, Johnny Douglas
20. Fantasy
Written by George Michael
21. Outside
Written by George Michael
22. Careless Whisper
Written by George Michael, Andrew Ridgeley
23. Freedom ’90
Written by George Michael

DISC TWO (BONUS TRACKS)
“I’d Know Him a Mile Off!” Documentary
Produced by Lisa Johnson, Filmed and directed by David Austin.
Made by G K Panayioutou
1. Precious BoxWritten by George Michael
2. Jesus To A Child
Written by George Michael
3. First Time Ever
Written by Ewan McCall


For a listing of theaters and cities as well as more information on the film, please visit: www.GeorgeMichaelLiveInLondon.com.

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