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Disasterpieces is the second video album by American band Slipknot. Released on November 22 2002, the 2-disc DVD features Slipknot performing a concert at London Dockland Arena, as well all of the bands music videos up until its release including songs from Slipknot and Iowa.

The concert was filmed by 26 cameras, including cameras on the headstock of a guitar and a "first person" point of view of several band-members. The show was edited in part by band member Shawn Crahan who watched all off the footage recorded from the show. Disasterpieces was met with positive critical reception, with many citing the quick editing and high sound quality as strong points. In 2005 the DVD was certified quadruple platinum by the RIAA and is the band highest selling product to date.

Recording and production

Disasterpieces was recorded at the now defunct London Dockland Arena in England on February 15 2002, it was one of the final dates on the bands European tour which was subsequently their final tour until 2004. The concert was shot with 26 different cameras under the direction of Matthew Amos and documents the show, backstage action and an in-store signing in Paris, France.[1] In addition to operated cameras each band member had an individual camera which was attached to the side of their masks, apart from Mick Thomson whose camera was attached to the headstock of his guitar. The concept behind these cameras was to allow the viewer to see the show from the band member's point of view.[1] However they did cause some discomfort and problems for band members bassist Paul Gray removed his after four songs, explaining that "they gave us this big [camera] pack to wear around our waist. So when I was jumping around, the thing started sliding down my leg".[1] Also during the song "Spit It Out" DJ Sid Wilson had his camera stolen when he was in the crowd, however it was returned at the end of the show which is all documented on the DVD.[1] The performance was edited by percussionist Shawn Crahan and Paul Richardson. Crahan later explained that he didn't have an outline when he began editing, to the disbelief of others closest to him he watched all the footage in order to find the most appropriate footage to help immerse the viewer in the show.[2] Additional content on the two disc set includes all music videos by the band up until that point and the rare track "Purity" in audio form. The DVD was unveiled at an advanced screening in New York City on November 1, 2002 and was released on November 22.[3]

Reception

Disasterpieces was generally well recieved by critics. Kirk Miller of Rolling Stone complimented the multitude of camera angles and quick edits, writing that they helped to "[take] advantage of the masked metal giants' sprawling live show".[4] Many reviewers noted on how well it captures the experience of a Slipknot live show. Reviewing for Sea of Tranquility Ken Pierce wrote of Disasterpieces, "It is a DVD that will not leave you the same as when you began". Pierce went on to add, "To define a Slipknot show as live chaos would be an understatement...It is actually difficult at times to follow what is going on, since so much is happening at the same time."[5] Movie Freak reviewer Chris Pilch writes that "[Disasterpieces] stresses why Slipknot must be seen live in concert."[6] Rockezine wrote for Slipknot fans, "[Disasterpieces is] everything you ever wanted to have of your favourite band".[7] The mixing of the album was also praised. Chris Pilch said "The sound, which is extremely important on a DVD like this, passes the test."[6] Ottawa XPress reviewer Mitch Joel wrote that the sound was "mixed perfectly...[making] songs like "People = Shit", "Spit It Out" and "Surfacing" rocket". Overall, he concluded, "Disasterpieces is an awesome and all-embracing package".[8] Disaterpieces peaked at number 3 in the Billboard Top Music Videos chart and went to number 1 in Finland. On January 6 2003 the RIAA certified Disasterpieces platinum in the United States, however it was declard quadruple platinum on November 18 2005 to become the best selling product from the band to date.[9]

Contents

Personnel

Chart performance

Chart (2002) Peak chart position
Billboard Top Music Videos 3[10]
Finland 1[11]

References

  1. ^ a b c d McIver, Joel (2003), Slipknot: Unmasked (again), Omnibus, p. 103, ISBN 0711997640
  2. ^ "Slipknot's Clown: How I Assembled 'Disasterpieces'". Blabbermouth.net. 2002-11-25. Retrieved 2008-07-05.
  3. ^ "Slipknot Advance DVD Screening To Be Held In New York City". Blabbermouth.net. 2002-10-12. Retrieved 2008-07-05.
  4. ^ Kirk Miller (2003-01-03). "Slipknot". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2008-06-23.
  5. ^ Ken Pierce (2005-09-12). "Slipknot: Disasterpieces (DVD)". Sea of Tranquility. Retrieved 2008-06-28.
  6. ^ a b Chris Pilch (2008-12-28). "Slipknot: Disasterpieces (2002)". MovieFreak.com. Retrieved 2008-06-28.
  7. ^ Dennis (2002-12-26). "Slipknot: Disaterpieces (DVD)". Rockezine. Retrieved 2008-06-28.
  8. ^ Mitch Joel (2003-02-27). "Disasterpieces (DVD)". Ottawa XPress. Retrieved 2008-06-28.
  9. ^ "Gold and Platinum database". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved 2008-01-25.
  10. ^ "Billboard Top Music Videos: Disasterpieces". Billboard. 2002-12-14]. Retrieved 2008-07-04. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help); Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)
  11. ^ "Lista - Suomen virallinen lista". YLE. Retrieved 2008-07-04.
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