![]() Recent interviews with Agnew and original lead singer Dan McCafferty are mesmerizing. The band - Agnew, guitarist Jimmy Murrison, drummer Lee Agnew and now-departed singer Linton Osborne - all seem to be having a feel-good time, but it’s the video’s documentary portion that strikes the most golden moments. Shot in front of a select audience inside London’s intimate Metropolis Studios and showcasing Agnew’s uncontested ability on an Alembic bass, the video’s concert footage is impressive. “Hair of the Dog,” “Expect No Mercy” and “Razamanaz,” as well as Nazareth’s fascinating, still-popular covers of Joni Mitchell (“This Flight Tonight”) and The Everly Brothers/Boudleaux Bryant (“Love Hurts”) continue to make up part of Nazareth’s contemporary set lists, as evidenced by the new concert film/documentary DVD, “Nazareth - No Means of Escape.” Named after a line in The Band’s “The Weight” and led by founding bassist, the often-grinning Pete Agnew, Nazareth still gigs, firing out feisty versions of their best-known material. Not as well-known as AC/DC or Deep Purple, Scottish rock band Nazareth still has its fan base that remains just as committed and happy as the supporters of those two other groups. How could such an incredible artist who looks and sounds so at ease in the spotlights be wracked with so many nerves some 60 seconds before show time? I’m nervous.” It’s an almost mind-blowing revelation for viewers. Seemingly sensing this, Kravitz steps next to Dorsey, hugs her tightly and asks, “What’s wrong?” Dorsey, staring down, manages only a few words - “It’s nothing. Truth be told, Dorsey and Kravitz’s drummer, the equally magnificent Cindy Blackman Santana, are probably the best musicians in Kravitz’s touring band.īut rock fans most likely will be shocked to see Dorsey so nervous behind the stage curtain. The four-string master who played with David Bowie for years and almost replaced John Deacon in Queen thumps out immaculate, grit-filled bass lines on the new concert film/documentary, “Just Let Go - Lenny Kravitz Live.” Dorsey’s low notes moan, coo and occasionally growl on the video, which shouldn’t surprise anyone familiar with her work and the craft of Kravitz. Who knew the stomach of bass extraordinaire Gail Ann Dorsey was raided by so many butterflies each time she steps out onto a stage?
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