KENNY ROGERS: Rollin' Volume 2 with Jim Croce and Bo Diddley

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Product Description As Seen on TV, this nostalgic DVD, Kenny Rogers: Rollin' Volume 2 with Jim Croce & Bo Diddley, is a one-of-a-kind musical time capsule that unearths electrifying performances from the musical archives, showcases the biggest and most popular acts of the 1970s, and takes us on a magical trip down memory lane that recaptures that colorful decade of non-stop hits, sideburns, and bellbottoms.This historic DVD also features Singer-Songwriter Jim Croce performing his signature hits with the friendliness and sincerity he is famous for, not only conveying his most heart felt emotions but also bringing the excited audience into the depth of his soul. This classic TV program also features the legendary Forefather of Rock 'n Roll, Bo Diddley, showcasing his brilliant sound, that served as a gateway between R&B and Rock 'n Roll and inspired a generation of musicians, such as Kenny Rogers. But the highlight of this exclusive DVD occurs when Diddley and the undervalued musical trendsetter Ronnie Hawkins join Kenny Rogers and the First Edition on stage for two impromptu performances that leave the audience grabbing the edge of their seats and yearning for an encore.Kenny Roger's lasting energy is electric and his emotional melodies still ring true in this special, timeless DVD. Whether performing one of his signature hits or introducing special musical guests of the 70's such as Jim Croce, Ronnie Hawkins, & musical innovator Bo Diddley at the peak of their popularity, Kenny Rogers showcases the depth of his unique voice in this charming DVD that defines retro and provides a charming look back at the transition from the Psychedelic '60s to the New Wave of the 1980s.SELECTIONS INCLUDE:1. Easy Livin' by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition2. Take It Easy by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition3. Operator by Jim Croce4. Don't You Know She Just Loves It by Ronnie Hawkins5. Ruben James by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition6. You Don't Mess Around With Jim by Jim Croce7. After Midnight by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition8. Sweet Little Sixteen by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition9. Hey, Bo Diddley by Bo Diddley10. Bo Diddley's Jam by Bo Diddley11. Teenager in Love/ Who Wrote the Book of Love by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition12. I Can't Believe It's Me by Ronnie Hawkins13. 40 Days (with Ronnie Hawkins & Bo Diddley) by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition14. Hey, Bo Diddley (with Ronnie Hawkins & Bo Diddley) by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition15. Rock 'n Roll Music by Kenny Rogers & The First EditionDVD BONUS FEATURES:A Bonus Video Concert Performance by Kenny RogersKenny Rogers BiographyJim Croce BiographyBo Diddley BiographyRonnie Hawkins BiographyDigitally Mastered Audio and VideoDigital Dolby Stereo AudioInstant Access to SongsDVD Recommendations Review Soulful and energetic performances by Turner and Knight… this is the best. --Discoveries MagazineRoger's brown hair and beard had yet to gray. Tina Turner hadn't adopted her 'atomic bomb' wig, and the Pips have a more limber strut than your 20/20 hindsight may dare admit --The Flint JournalFor people interested in the musical culture of the 1970s, this video packs a lot of music… The technical aspects are quite good. Sound and color are vibrant… Any student of music, television, or culture would be interested in this video. It captures a very important aspect of 1970s culture. --Video Rating Guide For Libraries P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); About the Actor Having spent over 100 weeks atop the charts, Kenny Rogers is one of the true icons in the world of music. His career began in the 1950s as a member of the doo-wop group The Scholars. More then a decade later in 1967, Kenny Rogers and three other members of the group The New Christy Minstrels, left the group to form The First Edition. Success came quickly to them, chalking up a string of hit songs such as Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In).Despite the vision most people hold of Rogers today, he began his career with long brown hair, an earring, signature pink sunglasses, and a smooth vocal style that lent itself well to the times. But in 1971, Rogers hair grayed, he rapidly gained weight, and he developed the raspy voice that helped him better relate to a larger number of fans on both the pop and country charts with songs such as The Gambler and Lucille.Like many stars of the time, Rogers also garnered success at the box office in films such as Six Pack. A man of many interests, Kenny opened a restaurant chain, Kenny Rogers Roasters, became a published photographer, and founded a real estate company. Rogers married five times and has 5 children which include twins born when Rogers was 65 years old.In the 21st Century, discontent to rest on the laurels of a record-breaking career, Kenny climbed to #1 the country charts again with Buy Me A Rose. Showing no sign of slowing down, with more then 25 #1 hits and more then 60 top 40 singles, Kenny Roger's diverse and illustrious career is still going strong, much to the surprise and delight of his fans around the globe. See more