The Making of Mr. Buechner's Dream
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The Making of Mr. Buechner's Dream is the title of a DVD released in 2005 by the American
rock band Daniel Amos
on Stunt Records
.
The 90 minute film was edited together from over nine hours of randomly filmed home movies and footage made while the band was recording their epic 32 song album, Mr. Buechner's Dream
.
One of the most unusual things about this "making of" documentary, is that it actually shows you the band at work rehearsing the new songs and recording in the studio. Many "making of" documentaries, like The Beatles
Let It Be
do not actually show you a lot of footage of the band recording what is actually found on the album. For example, many of that film's performances are different takes or rehearsals. In this film however, much of what you see on the screen is the band recording exactly what is found on the album - from guitar solos, to vocals, to bass tracks.
The film starts out letting the viewer roam around the band while it's rehearsing in drummer Ed McTaggart
's house in California
. The band is seen going through several of the songs from the album and working out chord changes. In most cases, the lyrics to the songs were not yet finished at this point so lead singer Terry Scott Taylor
is seen improvising lyrics while the band plays.
The next segment is an introduction to The Green Room
studios and a short tribute to longtime D.A. engineer and friend, Gene Eugene
, set to the music of "Flash In Your Eyes," a song written about the late engineer and friend of the band.
The rest of the film is inside the studio as the band works out guitar, bass, vocals, and drum tracks. The viewer gets to see the creative process as each band member takes part in making suggestions and giving their own ideas on each track. Also included in this segment is a number of comedy segments that the band put together in between sessions.
Bonus material on the DVD includes a live performance by the band at the 2001 Creation Festival
.
Because much of this film is simply home movie footage filmed by the band itself, there are some quality issues from time to time. Lighting is not always the best and there are a few scenes with some digital noise in the audio. The producers of the film did their best to minimize these problems, but they are still noticeable at times.
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rock band Daniel Amos
Daniel Amos
Daniel Amos is a rock band formed in 1974 by Terry Scott Taylor on guitars and vocals, Marty Dieckmeyer on bass guitar, Steve Baxter on guitars and Jerry Chamberlain on lead guitars. Current members include bassist Tim Chandler, guitarist Greg Flesch and drummer Ed McTaggart...
on Stunt Records
Stunt Records
Stunt Records is an independent record label formed in 1990 by Daniel Amos, Terry Scott Taylor and Tom Gulotta.The original intent of the label was to focus on reissues and special releases by D.A., but soon, the label was releasing CDs by a variety of artists including two Various Artists...
.
The 90 minute film was edited together from over nine hours of randomly filmed home movies and footage made while the band was recording their epic 32 song album, Mr. Buechner's Dream
Mr. Buechner's Dream
Mr Buechner's Dream is the title of a 2001 double album by the rock band Daniel Amos.Although the album includes over 30 songs, the band did not set out to record a double album. "I think Chris Colbert thought we were a little crazy...
.
One of the most unusual things about this "making of" documentary, is that it actually shows you the band at work rehearsing the new songs and recording in the studio. Many "making of" documentaries, like The Beatles
The Beatles
The Beatles were an English rock band, active throughout the 1960s and one of the most commercially successful and critically acclaimed acts in the history of popular music. Formed in Liverpool, by 1962 the group consisted of John Lennon , Paul McCartney , George Harrison and Ringo Starr...
Let It Be
Let It Be (film)
Let It Be is a 1970 documentary film about The Beatles rehearsing and recording songs for the album Let It Be in January 1969. The film features an unannounced rooftop concert by the group, their last performance in public...
do not actually show you a lot of footage of the band recording what is actually found on the album. For example, many of that film's performances are different takes or rehearsals. In this film however, much of what you see on the screen is the band recording exactly what is found on the album - from guitar solos, to vocals, to bass tracks.
The film starts out letting the viewer roam around the band while it's rehearsing in drummer Ed McTaggart
Ed McTaggart
Ed McTaggart is an American drummer and artist. He is best known as the drummer of the rock band Daniel Amos.McTaggart joined DA in 1976, after years of playing with Bill Sprouse Jr.'s band The Road Home....
's house in California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
. The band is seen going through several of the songs from the album and working out chord changes. In most cases, the lyrics to the songs were not yet finished at this point so lead singer Terry Scott Taylor
Terry Scott Taylor
Terry Scott Taylor is an American songwriter, record producer, writer and founding member of the bands Daniel Amos and The Swirling Eddies . Taylor is also a member of the roots and alternative music group, Lost Dogs. He is currently based in San Jose, California, USA.Taylor is highly regarded for...
is seen improvising lyrics while the band plays.
The next segment is an introduction to The Green Room
The Green Room
The Green Room was a popular recording studio located in Huntington Beach, California. The Green Room was owned and operated by musician Gene Eugene and Anna Cardenas...
studios and a short tribute to longtime D.A. engineer and friend, Gene Eugene
Gene Eugene
Gene "Eugene" Andrusco was a Canadian born actor, record producer, engineer, composer and musician. Andrusco was best known as the leader of the funk/rock band Adam Again, a member of The Swirling Eddies and as a founding member of the roots music supergroup Lost Dogs.-Acting:Andrusco was a child...
, set to the music of "Flash In Your Eyes," a song written about the late engineer and friend of the band.
The rest of the film is inside the studio as the band works out guitar, bass, vocals, and drum tracks. The viewer gets to see the creative process as each band member takes part in making suggestions and giving their own ideas on each track. Also included in this segment is a number of comedy segments that the band put together in between sessions.
Bonus material on the DVD includes a live performance by the band at the 2001 Creation Festival
Creation Festival
Creation Festival consists of two annual, four-day Christian music festivals held in the United States. According to www.Creationfest.com, the festivals have become the "Nation's Largest Christian Music Festivals." This is in reflection to Creation Northeast being known to attract 100,000...
.
Because much of this film is simply home movie footage filmed by the band itself, there are some quality issues from time to time. Lighting is not always the best and there are a few scenes with some digital noise in the audio. The producers of the film did their best to minimize these problems, but they are still noticeable at times.