Jazz Icons: Wes Montgomery shines a light on one of the most unique and influential guitarists in music history. These beautifully filmed programs from the spring of 1965 feature Wes, in intimate studio settings, leading three different lineups through some of his best-known tunes, including 'Four On Six', 'Jingles' and 'West Coast Blues'. This rare footage, complete with rehearsals, between-song banter and closeup camera angles, illuminates We's extraordinary musical vocabulary and unconventional picking technique. An in-depth, song-by-song analysis by legendary jazz guitarist Pat Metheny makes this DVD a guitar lover's dream. watch
Album: You Do Your Thing
Label: Columbia
Director: Wes Edwards watch
Wes Hobson and Mark Allen describe the conditions and challenges associated with the grueling Iron Man triatholon. Discover the Hurricane Hunters, who go out of their way to fly into storms. Major Eric Dutton, Major Bruce Neely, and Sergeant Chuck Cahill collect the research on hurricanes and other storms that requires them to risk their lives and their aircraft. Join Bob Montgomery as he introduces the power ski to resident extremist Laird Hamilton. Finally, Brian Hulse explains some of the inherent dangers to white water kayaking and how to avoid getting hurt in such an intense sport. This video includes footage of extreme sports and interviews with the experts who live with their passions day in, day out. Follow The Extremists as they travel the world, searching for the rush of adrenaline that comes from mastering the natural world. From white water rafting to mountain climbing and hang gliding, each new adventure brings a better understanding of human limitations, or the lack there watch
