Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo
Synopsis
Groundbreaking and visionary, this is archival documentation of Kate Bush’s one and only tour. Originally known as the “Kate Bush Tour” as well as the “Lionheart Tour”, it later became known under the moniker “The Tour of Life”. The only official video release from the '79 tour was an abridged 12-song set titled “Live at Hammersmith Odeon” in 1981. In 1994, "Live at Hammersmith Odeon" was released as a VHS box set that contained a CD of the performance. This footage presents the tour performance from beginning to end and consists of all three acts as well as encores and backstage warm-ups. The audio is from the soundboard recording of the concert.
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Kate Bush
Vocals, piano, keyboard
Paddy Bush
Mandolin, additional instrumentation, vocal harmonies
John Carder Bush
Spoken word and poetry
Brian Bath
Electric guitar, acoustic mandolin, vocal harmonies
Stewart Avon-Arnold
Movement and dance
Ben Barson
Synthesizer, acoustic guitar
Simon Drake
Illusions, magic and mime
Glenys Groves
Backing vocals
Preston Heyman
Drums and percussion
Gary Hurst
Movement and dance
Kevin McAlea
Piano, keyboards, saxophone, 12-string guitar
Alan Murphy
Electric guitar, whistle
Del Palmer
Electric bass
Liz Pearson
Backing vocals
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 1979
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
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- Original Score
- Kate Bush
- Original Title
- Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kate Bush
Department Leadership Roster
Dave Jackson
Production Design
Lisa Hayes
Costume Design
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo about?
Groundbreaking and visionary, this is archival documentation of Kate Bush’s one and only tour. Originally known as the “Kate Bush Tour” as well as the “Lionheart Tour”, it later became known under the moniker “The Tour of Life”. The only official video release from the '79 tour was an abridged 12-song set titled “Live at Hammersmith Odeon” in 1981. In 1994, "Live at Hammersmith Odeon" was released as a VHS box set that contained a CD of the performance. This footage presents the tour performance from beginning to end and consists of all three acts as well as encores and backstage warm-ups. The audio is from the soundboard recording of the concert.
Who directed Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo?
Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo?
The principal cast of Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo includes Kate Bush, Paddy Bush, John Carder Bush, Brian Bath, Stewart Avon-Arnold.
When was Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo released and how long is it?
Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 2h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo was composed by Kate Bush.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo?
Kate Bush: Live at Manchester Apollo holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).