DTS Entertainment Releases Exclusive Surround Sound Version Of Blue Man Group's ëThe Complexí

30-Jul-04

Digital Theater Systems, Inc.ís entertainment label, DTS Entertainment, announces a September 14, 2004 street date for the 5.1-channel surround sound DVD-A of Blue Man Group's second music release, ìThe Complex.î Initially released in stereo in 2003, ìThe Complexî features powerful tracks that meld Blue Man Group's signature innovative sound with a traditional rock 'n' roll formula to create a fresh twist on popular music. The follow-up to the group's Grammy-nominated gold record, ìAudioî (which was also released on DVD-A), ìThe Complexî represents a significant departure from Blue Man Group's popular theatrical productions. Aided by some of today's most intriguing vocalists, including Dave Matthews, Tracy Bonham, and Bush's Gavin Rossdale, Blue Man Group has transcended their distinctive instrumental-only approach -- tubes, giant walls of percussion, and other invented instruments -- into a full-on rock 'n' roll presentation. ìThe Complexî DVD-A features many extras, including: Exclusive surround sound re-mixes of all 14 tracks from ìThe Complexî include:*DVD-A surround sound and stereo *DTS 96/24 surround and stereo for DVD-Video players *DVD-A surround sound and stereo for DVD-Audio players *Behind the scenes interviews and tour footage *Music videos: ìSing Alongî featuring Dave Matthews & ìExhibit 13î *Special ìMix Breakdownî track -- ìYour Attentionî *On-screen biography and photo gallery ìBlue Man Group is known for creating revolutionary multimedia experiences that completely envelop and engage the audience,î said Jeff Skillen, Vice President of DTS Entertainment. ìWe are pleased to be working with such an innovative group, and it is a natural fit to showcase their unique musical style using DTS technology.î ìConsidering the number of instruments we pack into one song, DVD-A and 5.1-Channel Surround Sound is an ideal way to experience Blue Man music,î added Blue Man Group co-founder Matt Goldman. ìAfter the success of the DVD-A release of our Grammy-nominated album 'Audio,' we plan to release DVD-A mixes of all of our future recording projects.î Founded by long-time friends Matt Goldman, Phil Stanton, and Chris Wink in 1987, the critically acclaimed Blue Man Group creates experiences that defy categorization. They are best known for multimedia performances that feature three bald and blue characters who take the audience on a journey that is funny, intelligent and visually stunning. Since winning both the Obie and Lucille Lortel awards for their successful New York-based production, Blue Man Group has opened equally successful productions in Boston, Chicago, Las Vegas, and Berlin; the company has expanded to include over 40 Blue Men and 50 musicians, and has grown into a 500-person organization. While recording ìThe Complex,î Blue Man Group simultaneously developed a ground-breaking rock concert experience which became the widely acclaimed Complex Rock Tour. During the summer of 2003, The Complex Rock Tour visited over 70 cities across North America, and was the basis for Blue Man Group's first ever rock concert DVD, ìThe Complex Rock Tour Live.î For more information, please go to www.blueman.com.

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