The latest releases reviewed.

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Respect Yourself - The Stax Records Story Universal ****

Back in the 1960s, when soul music reflected the socio- political state of the US, Stax - a recording studio and record label located in a black working class community in Memphis - played a crucial part in highlighting the connection between the likes of Isaac Hayes, Rufus Thomas, Sam Moore and Mavis Staples, and "The Man". This double DVD gathers an impressive amount

of historical detail, live performances (including Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Arthur Conley), talking heads (Carla Thomas, Elvis Costello) and bonus features; each blends into the other, resulting in a portrait of a musical movement that touches on aspects of the American Dream while hinting

at elements of a reciprocal nightmare. Extras include audio commentary and narration by Samuel L Jackson. Tony Clayton-Lea

KEANE
Live Universal ***

Say what you like about the nice chappies in Keane, but they do give it socks on this live DVD, and singer Tom Chaplin can do the Rock Star thing when he puts his mind to it. Filmed in front of a near hysterical audience at London's 02 Arena ("the first-ever event filmed at the new venue!"), the band run through all the best moments of their two albums and the performance is excellent. However, a bit more work could have gone into this release - a short film and a sound check version of one song don't really bulk up this package. Still, fans will love it. Brian Boyd