David Axelrod - Live Royal Festival Hall

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Review by Arturo Leyva

Live Royal Festival Hall by David Axelrod: A Genre-Bending Triumph If you’ve ever wondered what happens when jazz, soul, rock, and classical music crash into each other like a multi-car pileup on the freeway of creativity—this album’s got your answer. Live Royal Festival Hall by David Axelrod is one of those rare albums that doesn’t just blur genre lines; it obliterates them. Released in 2006 (yeah, I know, feels like yesterday), it brings together some heavy hitters across styles like smooth jazz, funk, and even a dash of orchestral drama. And honestly? It’s kinda unforgettable. The record kicks off with "Tensity," which is exactly what it sounds like—a moody, brooding opener that grabs you by the collar and says, “Hey, pay attention.” The interplay between Nigel Price’s guitar licks and Jim Hart’s vibraphone gives this track an almost cinematic vibe. You can practically picture a noir film playing out in your head as you listen. It’s not too flashy but damn if it doesn’t stick with you long after the last note fades. Then there’s "Norwegian Wood (Spanish Wood)," Axelrod’s reimagining of The Beatles’ classic. This isn’t just a cover—it’s more like a total reinvention. With Nick Cartledge’s piccolo flute fluttering around Richard Ashcroft’s haunting vocals, it feels like stepping into another dimension where all the rules are bent just enough to keep things interesting. The way Axelrod layers instruments here is wild yet controlled, kind of like watching someone juggle chainsaws without breaking a sweat. It’s bold, weirdly beautiful, and absolutely worth revisiting. What makes this live recording special isn’t just the music itself—it’s how alive it feels. You can tell everyone involved was having a blast. Clarinetist Nick Ellis lays down some seriously groovy lines while Tim Weller’s drums drive the rhythm section forward like a well-oiled machine. Even the strings—handled by folks like Chris Worsey and Katherine Shave—add this lush, velvety texture that ties everything together. Oh, and let’s not forget lighting director Terry Hoverd, because who doesn’t love a good light show? One thing that stands out about this album is its sheer ambition. Between the funky basslines from Ali Friend, the soaring horns, and Axelrod himself conducting like a mad genius, it’s clear no one phoned this performance in. There’s also something oddly comforting about hearing such diverse genres mashed up so seamlessly. Like, how often do you get soul-jazz vibes next to symphonic swells? Not very, right? By the time you hit the DVD portion of the release, you realize this wasn’t just a concert—it was an experience. Hats off to Dana Axelrod for producing and directing something that feels as personal as it does epic. Glen Maax’s creative direction and Stephen Serrato’s design work also deserve props for making sure the visuals match the vibe of the music. So yeah, would I recommend Live Royal Festival Hall? Absolutely. Whether you’re into Richard Ashcroft’s vocal magic, David Axelrod’s compositional wizardry, or just vibing to some killer sax solos courtesy of Ingrid Laubrock, there’s plenty to love here. Just don’t be surprised if you find yourself zoning out during “Paint It Black” only to snap back thinking, Wait, did they really just turn that Stones classic into a jazz odyssey? Final thought: Listening to this album feels like walking through a museum where every room has its own theme but somehow still fits into the bigger picture. Except instead of paintings, it’s songs—and instead of silence, there’s a whole lot of groove. Kinda makes you wonder…what if all museums came with soundtracks? Word count: ~450

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
The Edge
Song Of Innocence
Paint It Black
David Axelrod – Live Royal Festival Hall1:24:21
Tensity
Smile
The Human Abstract
Urizen
DVD
Norwegian Wood (SPanish Wood)
Holy Are You
London
The Sick Rose
So Low
Song of Innocence
Norwegian Wood (Spanish Wood)
Holy Thursday

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Catalog Numbers

  • VAMPI098CD
  • VAMPI CD 098
  • VAMPI 098

Labels

  • Vampi Soul
  • Champion Productions / Mochilla Films
  • Champion Productions, Mochilla Films, David Axelrod Music Inc.

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Formats

  • DVD
  • DVD-Video CD
  • Album
  • CD
  • Album DVD
  • DVD-Video
  • NTSC All Media
  • DVD-Video All Media
  • Reissue
  • 2 × Vinyl
  • LP
  • Limited Edition DVD

Companies

RoleCompany
Copyright (c)Champion Productions
Recorded AtRoyal Festival Hall
Licensed FromChampion Productions
Phonographic Copyright (p)Vampi Soul
Pressed Bywww.mpo.es

Credits

RoleCredit
ComposerArtist Name Variation
BassAli Friend
CelloChris Worsey, Ian Burdge
ClarinetNick Ellis
ConductorDavid Axelrod
LeaderDavid Axelrod
CoordinatorJane Beese
Creative DirectorGlen Maax
DesignStephen Serrato
DrumsTim Weller
Edited ByEdward Olschaceck
Supervised ByEdward Olschaceck
EngineerDavid Ros
Film EditorHelen , Josh Bagnall, Leo Holder
GuitarCharlie Casey, Nigel Price
HornNathan Thomas
KeyboardsAndrew Skeet
Lighting DirectorTerry Hoverd
Liner NotesDean Rudland
OboeDom Kelly
Cor AnglaisDom Kelly
Piccolo FluteNick Cartledge
PercussionColin McCann
Photography ByB+
ProducerDana Axelrod
Directed ByDana Axelrod
SaxophoneIngrid Laubrock, James Allsop
TromboneJames "Spaddy" Adams
TrumpetNick Etwell, Tom Rees Roberts
VibraphoneJim Hart
ViolaKatherine Shave, Reiad Chibah
ViolinAnna Morris, Dave Williams, Fiona Brice, Natalie Bonner, Nina Cockburn, Sally Herbert
VocalsRichard Ashcroft
Written-ByD. Axelrod (tracks: 2 to 12)

Notes

  • Very nice DVD with booklet.
  • David Axelrod releases his first live concert DVD, David Axelrod Live at Royal Festival Hall. The DVD includes a remastered CD as well as a limited edition poster.
  • "That roar of the crowd, when I stepped on stage, that was the concert."
  • Double Gatefold Sleeve
  • "I don't do encores"
  • Limited to 1000 pieces

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  • Mould SID Code (CD): ifpi 1328
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  • Mastering SID Code (DVD): IFPI L034
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About David Axelrod

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American composer, arranger and producer (born April 17, 1933, Los Angeles, California, USA - died February 5, 2017, Los Angeles, California, USA). His music has been sampled by , , , , and many, many others.

Real Name

    • David Axelrod

Name Vars

  • Axelrod
  • Axlerod
  • D Axelrod
  • D. A. Axelrod
  • D. Alexrod
  • D. Axelroad
  • D. Axelrod
  • D. Axelrood
  • D.A. Axelrod
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  • D.Axelrod
  • Dave Axelrod
  • Dave Azelrod
  • David A. Axelrod
  • David Alexrod
  • David Axcelrod
  • David Axelord
  • David Axlerod

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that David Axelrod's *Live Royal Festival Hall* album is a genre-blending masterpiece? Released in 2006, it mixes Blues, Jazz, Funk, Soul, and even Classical music. The album was recorded live and features a star-studded lineup of musicians, including Richard Ashcroft on vocals. What’s wild is that it reimagines tracks like The Beatles’ *Norwegian Wood* into a jazzy, soulful piece called *Spanish Wood*. It’s not just an album—it’s an experience, with credits spanning composers, conductors, filmmakers, and lighting designers. Truly one-of-a-kind.