Category: Music

Rock ‘N’ Roll High School Forever

Rock 'N' Roll High School Forever VHS box cover art. Comedy music movie starring Corey Feldman, Larry Linville, Mary Woronov, Evan Richards, Liane Curtis, Sarah Buxton, Mojo Nixon. Directed by Deborah Brock. 1991.

Roger Corman presents Corey Feldman in Rock ‘N’ Roll High School Forever on VHS. Starring Corey Feldman, Larry Linville, Mary Woronov, Evan Richards, Liane Curtis, Sarah Buxton, Mojo Nixon. Directed by Deborah Brock. 1991.

From the box:

The High School Comedy About The 3 R’s — Rock — Rock — and Rock!

High-schooler Jesse Davis (Corey Feldman of “The Lost Boys” and “License to Drive”) and his band, the Eradicators, know bad news when they see it. And the ba-a-a-dest news of all is the school’s new V.P. of Discipline, who rules with an iron fist — literally.

Can the Eradicators eradicate the V.P.? Does rock ‘n’ roll rule?

It doesn’t just rule… it totally dominates the entire student body in this outrageous, prank-filled comedy, based on characters created by Joe Dante (“Gremlins”) and Allan Arkush (“Caddyshack II”).

Mojo Nixon joins the fun as the Spirit of Rock ‘n’ Roll. And a red-hot lineup of classics and rad new tunes keeps rockin’ from beginning to end. What an awesome way to save school from the uncool!

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Dollar

Dollar VHS box cover art. Music video starring M.C. Breed, Shannon Greer, Al Breed, Bruce Bruce, Ryan Cameron, Henry Jaderlund. 2000.

Dollar on VHS. Starring M.C. Breed, Shannon Greer, Al Breed, Bruce Bruce, Ryan Cameron, Henry Jaderlund. 2000.

From the box:

What Good Is It For A Hustler To Gain The Whole World If He Forfeits His Soul?

MC Breed stars as Dollar, a young man out of jail and back to the streets. His hustle takes him back to his old hood in Flint, and when things get too hot, he’s on to a fresh start in Atlanta.

Dollar is steady chasin’ paper in his new town, with one exception, Iris. Everything that’s done in the dark eventually comes to light, and Dollar’s right back in the line of fire just when his career and life were going right.

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Alice Cooper Trashes the World

Alice Cooper Trashes the World on VHS. Starring Alice Cooper, Al Pitrelli (guitar), Pete Freezin' (guitar), T-Bone Caradonna (bass), Derek Sherinian (keyboards), Jonathan Mover (drums). Directed by Nigel Dick. 1990.

Alice Cooper Trashes the World on VHS. Starring Alice Cooper, Al Pitrelli (guitar), Pete Freezin’ (guitar), T-Bone Caradonna (bass), Derek Sherinian (keyboards), Jonathan Mover (drums). Directed by Nigel Dick. 1990.

From the box:

Not for the faint of heart, Alice Cooper Trashes The World includes all the macabre theatrics and dramatic staging that have made Alice one of the most imitated legends in rock. Filmed in Birmingham, England, it features the hits from TRASH plus all the great Alice Cooper classics.

Trash
Billion Dollar Babies
I’m Eighteen
I’m Your Gun
Desperado
House of Fire
No More Mr. Nice Guy
This Maniac Is in Love With You
Steven
Welcome to My Nightmare
Ballad of Dwight Fry
Gutter Cats Vs. the Jets
Only Women Bleed
I Love the Dead
Poison
Muscle of Love
Spark in the Dark
Bed of Nails
School’s Out
Under My Wheels

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Americathon

Americathon VHS cover art. Musical comedy movie starring John Ritter, Peter Riegert, Harvey Korman, Fred Willard, Zane Buzby, Chief Dan George, Elvis Costello, Jay Leno, Meat Loaf, George Carlin. Written by Phil Proctor and Peter Bergman. Directed by Neal Israel. 1979.

Americathon on VHS. Starring John Ritter, Peter Riegert, Harvey Korman, Fred Willard, Zane Buzby, Chief Dan George, Elvis Costello, Jay Leno, Meat Loaf, George Carlin. Written by Phil Proctor and Peter Bergman. Directed by Neal Israel. 1979.

From the box:

It’s the 1990’s and the world’s oil is gone. The United States Treasury is empty and a billionaire loan shark is about to foreclose on the nation explaining “We all gotta eat.” The solution: a telethon to save Uncle Sam from Bankruptcy. With this as a launching pad Americathon explodes into comic outer space. Written by Firesign Theater veterans Phil Proctor and Peter Bergman, this wicked and screamingly funny satire stars Harvey Korman, Fred Willard and Peter Riegert with a very special appearance by John Ritter as President of the United States. You also notice the brilliant cameo appearances by Elvis Costello and George Carlin. This cult classic will have you in stitches as the fate of the nation is decided by the lunatic fringe!

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Jethro Tull Slipstream

Jethro Tull Slipstream VHS cover art. Music video starring Ian Anderson (flute, vocals), Martin Barre (electric guitar), Mark Craney (drums), Dave Pegg (bass), Eddie Jobson (keyboards, electric violin). Written by George Stone. Directed by David Mallet. 1981.

Jethro Tull Slipstream on VHS. Starring Ian Anderson (flute, vocals), Martin Barre (electric guitar), Mark Craney (drums), Dave Pegg (bass), Eddie Jobson (keyboards, electric violin). Written by George Stone. Directed by David Mallet. 1981.

From the box:

Jethro Tull look even better on screen than they do on stage.

How do you take one of the world’s leading rock bands like Jethro Tull and improve on their live performance?
After all, their stage act is as famous for the way it looks as for the way it sounds.
Slipstream, conceived and executed specially for the screen is the answer.
And even though concert material is naturally included, Slipstream is far more adventurous than previous music programs.
The format is conceptual from start to finish with a coherent storyline.
It includes film shot on locations as well as in the studio, together with animation, special effects and library footage.
The band members themselves appear in a number of different guises in the conceptual sequences, with Ian Anderson adopting such diverse roles as Aqualung, the music hero of a previous album, and Dracula.
All in all, it’s a unique show and probably one of the most adventurous music specials ever made.


Songs: Black Sunday, Dun Ringil, Flylingdale Flyer, Songs From the Wood, Heavy Horses, Sweet Dream, Too Old to Rock ‘n’ Toll, Too Young to Die, Skating Away, Aqualung, Locomotive Breath.

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This is Spinal Tap

This is Spinal Tap VHS cover art. Movie starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, Rob Reiner, June Chadwick, Bruno Kirby, Tony Hendra. With Ed Begley Jr., Fran Drescher, Fred Willard, Anjelica Huston, Howard Hesseman, Billy Crystal, Dana Carvey, Paul Shaffer. Directed by Rob Reiner. 1984.

This is Spinal Tap on VHS. Starring Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer, Rob Reiner, June Chadwick, Bruno Kirby, Tony Hendra. With Ed Begley Jr., Fran Drescher, Fred Willard, Anjelica Huston, Howard Hesseman, Billy Crystal, Dana Carvey, Paul Shaffer. Directed by Rob Reiner. 1984.

From the box:
This videocassette contains previously unreleased theatrical material:
The explosively familiar “Hell Hole” video (as seen on MTV)! Plus “Heavy Metal Memories,” the unforgettable greatest-hits commercial that could not be suppressed!

You’ll never be able to watch a rock group seriously again after experiencing this hilarious comedy about a supposed heavy-metal band called Spinal Tap. Once upon a time they had a pretty big hit song. Now, nearly two decades later, Spinal Tap still clings to some glint of their lost glory as they embark on an accident-plagued tour across America. In Cleveland, the group gets lost underneath the stage. In Washington, they’re accidentally booked at an Air Force formal dance. And in a Chicago record store, no one shows up to get their autographs. It’s the “rockumentary” parody that’ll leave you cheering. Directed with great wit and affection by Rob Reiner.

From left to right, Spinal Tap is: Nigel Tufnel, Derek Smalls, David St. Hubbins, Mick Shrimpton, Viv Savage.
From left to right, Spinal Tap is: Nigel Tufnel, Derek Smalls, David St. Hubbins, Mick Shrimpton, Viv Savage.

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Sid & Nancy

Sid & Nancy VHS cover art. Movie starring Gary Oldman, Chloe Webb. With David Hayman, Debby Bishop, Andrew Schofield, Iggy Pop, Courtney Love, Nico, Slash. Directed by Alex Cox. 1986.

Sid & Nancy on VHS. Starring Gary Oldman, Chloe Webb. With David Hayman, Debby Bishop, Andrew Schofield, Iggy Pop, Courtney Love, Nico, Slash. Directed by Alex Cox. 1986.

From the box:

Sid Vicious (Gary Oldman) was punk rock’s famous bad boy. Nancy Spungen (Chloe Webb) was a troubled American groupie looking for fame and notoriety. They surprised themselves and the rest of the world by falling in love.

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The Horrible Doctor Bones

The Horrible Doctor Bones VHS cover art. Movie starring Darrow Igus, Larry Bates, Sarah Scott Davis. Directed by Ted Nicolaou as Art Carnage. 2000.

The Horrible Doctor Bones on VHS. Starring Darrow Igus, Larry Bates, Sarah Scott Davis. Directed by Ted Nicolaou as Art Carnage. 2000.

From the box:

The Doctor Is In The House

A dynamic hip-hop group called URBAN PROTECTORS think they’ve finally gotten their big break when they’re “discovered” by notorious record producer, DR. BONES. What they don’t realize is that Dr. Bones has a diabolical plot to dominate the world with an army of zombies who use the Protectors’ music as their own deadly anthem.

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Around the Fire

Around the Fire VHS cover art. Movie starring Devon Sawa, Bill Smitrovich, Tara Reid, Eric Mabius, Colman Domingo. Directed by John Jacobsen. 1998.

Around the Fire on VHS. Starring Devon Sawa, Bill Smitrovich, Tara Reid, Eric Mabius, Colman Domingo. Directed by John Jacobsen. 1998.

From the box:

Featuring music by Bob Marley, Phish, Grateful Dead, The Meters, Dire Straits, The Neville Brothers, Finley Quaye

Around the Fire is a rare gem of a film that resonates with everyone from 15 to 50. This uplifting and empowering story captures the turmoil of turning from a boy to a man. Set during that incredible time when temptations and pressures from friends overpower the influence of parents and responsibilities, this movie shows the truths of love over lust and control over indulgence. An incredible soundtrack of some of the best musicians of our time only adds to the magic!

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O Brother, Where Art Thou?

O Brother, Where Art Thou? VHS cover art. Movie starring George Clooney, John Turturro, Tim Blake Nelson, John Goodman, Holly Hunter. Inspired by Homer ("The Odyssey") and written by the Coen Brothers, Ethan and Joel. Directed by the Coen Brothers. 2000.

O Brother, Where Art Thou? on VHS. Starring George Clooney, John Turturro, Tim Blake Nelson, John Goodman, Holly Hunter. Inspired by Homer (“The Odyssey”) and written by the Coen Brothers, Ethan and Joel. Directed by the Coen Brothers. 2000.

From the box:

A Film By The Coen Brothers
The Academy-Award Winning Creators Of Fargo

Disenchanted with the daily drudge of crushing rocks on a prison farm in Mississippi, the dapper, silver-tongued Ulysses Everett McGill busts loose. Except that he’s still shackled to his two chain-mates from the chain gang — bad-tempered Pete and sweet, dim-witted Delmar. With nothing to lose and buried loot to regain — before it’s lost forever in a flood — the three embark on an adventure of a lifetime in this hilarious offbeat road picture. Populated with strange characters, including a blind prophet, sexy sirens and a one-eyed Bible salesman, it’s an odyssey filled with chases close calls, near misses and betrayal that will leave you laughing at every outrageous and surprising twist and turn.

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