Bruce Hornsby & the Range - Rockpalast Live
Like Bruce Hornsby himself, this concert DVD is a no-frills event,  focusing entirely on the music that Hornsby composes and plays with virtuoso  flair. Recorded for German television on October 16, 1990, this performance  finds Hornsby at the peak of his popularity, poised at a Baldwin grand piano  with his sleeves rolled up, and kicking immediately into a full-blooded  rendition of "Night on the Town" that sets the tone for a vibrant 90-minute set.  There's nothing dazzling about the four-camera video coverage, and the sound quality is merely adequate, so you're not missing much if your attention roams from the screen. But Hornsby (also on accordion for a few songs) is as  impressive as ever, from his biggest hit ("The Way It Is") to lesser-known songs  ("The Show Goes On") that are equally good. Consider this a live CD with  minimalist visuals, but for devoted fans it's a welcome addition to Hornsby's  other recordings.--Jeff Shannon