Re: Madonna - The Virgin Tour (1985) DVD5
Mina Delahoussaye
Madonna - The Virgin Tour (1985) DVD5
The Virgin Tour was the debut concert tour by American singer-songwriter Madonna, in support of her first two studio albums, Madonna (1983) and Like a Virgin (1984). The tour began on April 10, 1985 in Seattle, Washington and ended on June 11, 1985 in New York City, New York. It visited cities in the United States and Canada. Madonna was accompanied by two backup dancers, as well as her band members. The set list consisted of songs from her first two albums, as well as some unreleased tracks. The tour was met with mixed reviews from critics, who praised Madonna's charisma and energy, but criticized her vocals and choreography. The tour was a commercial success, grossing over $5 million and attracting more than 250,000 fans.
The Virgin Tour was also Madonna's first live performance to be filmed and released on home video. The concert footage was shot by director Danny Kleinman at the Cobo Arena in Detroit, Michigan on May 25, 1985. The video album, titled Madonna Live: The Virgin Tour, was released on November 13, 1985 on VHS, Betamax and LaserDisc formats. However, the video album has never been officially released on DVD until now. Thanks to the remastering process from the original high quality LaserDisc source, fans can now enjoy the full show in enhanced audio and video quality.
What to expect from the DVD
The DVD contains the following features:
- The complete concert footage of The Virgin Tour from Detroit, Michigan, running for approximately 53 minutes.
- The introduction segment featuring Madonna's voice-over narration of her biography and career aspirations.
- The original track list of the concert, including the performances of "Angel", "Borderline" and "Burning Up", which were omitted from the previous video releases.
- The remastered audio and video quality, with improved color balance, contrast and sharpness.
- The optional subtitles in English and Spanish.
The DVD does not contain any bonus features or extras, such as interviews, behind-the-scenes footage or photo galleries.
Why you should buy the DVD
The Virgin Tour is a landmark in Madonna's career, as it showcases her early image and style, as well as her undeniable charisma and stage presence. The tour also features some of her most iconic songs and outfits, such as the "Boy Toy" belt, the wedding dress and the crucifix earrings. The DVD is a must-have for any Madonna fan or collector, as it offers a rare opportunity to witness her first live performance in high quality. The DVD is also a valuable piece of pop culture history, as it captures the spirit and excitement of the mid-1980s music scene.
The DVD is available for purchase online from various sources , or you can watch some clips from the concert on YouTube . However, nothing can compare to owning the original and official DVD release of Madonna Live: The Virgin Tour. Don't miss this chance to relive the magic of Madonna's debut tour!