Unleash Tenacious D's Ultimate Collection for Fans

Tenacious D, armed with pitchforks and shovels, have single-handedly excavated the first-ever Tenacious D-VD from the depths of the underworld, Hades. After years of meticulous grooming, honing, and divine blessing by both Jables and KG, the eagerly awaited release is now imminent. This provocative DVD holds within it the legendary performance from November 3, 2002, at London's Brixton Academy, captured unexpectedly. It witnesses Jack and Kyle vanquish a formidable dragon and present an unforgettable show brimming with iconic tunes like 'Wonderboy', 'Explosivo', 'Kyle Quit The Band', 'Friendship', 'Kielbasa', 'Dio', 'The Cosmic Shame', 'F#*! Her Gently', 'Tribute', and the beloved Live Short Films, exclusive to D performances. Also included are the groundbreaking HBO episodes, legally elusive, chronicling their rise to fame, providing an intimate glimpse into their early days.

But wait, there's more! The first 12 million die-hard fans will receive a bonus second disc, revealing an intimate portrait of Jack and Kyle's raunchy on-road escapades. DVD owners will revel in rare, gory behind-the-scenes footage of 'Tribute' and 'Wonderboy' music video productions, and unseen clips of The D indulging in secret backstage rituals.

TENACIOUS D: THE COMPLETE MASTERWORKS serves as a harbinger of the joyous times to come, even amidst the anticipation of the apocalypse. This compilation could convert non-fans into devotees or吓 them off, depending on one's taste. Undoubtedly, it dispels any notion that The D is merely a novelty act. With classically trained guitarist Kyle Gass and comedic sensation Jack Black (from School of Rock) forming a genuine acoustic powerhouse, their biting satire and impressive musical prowess make them a force to be reckoned with in the pop-cultural realm.

Disc 1, catered to fans, presents a riveting concert from Brixton Academy, where Black adopts a provocative persona, pushing boundaries with his sharp wit and sarcastic demeanor, though all in jest. The musicianship is top-notch, and Black's vocals exhibit surprising agility, seamlessly blending rapid-fire scatting and metal tributes. The HBO episodes, chronicling TD's humble beginnings, are hilariously entertaining.

Disc 2, aptly titled for psycho fans, offers a treasure trove of TD collectibles, featuring three raunchy yet humorous HBO shorts, outshining even the Farrelly Brothers comedies in their perversity. While some content may overlap with the concert, the 'On the Road' video diaries provide a lighthearted touch. The pièce de résistance lies in the music videos, each accompanied by 'making-of' documentaries, such as Spike Jonze's fantasy-themed 'Wonderboy' and an R-rated 'FHG' video from the creators of Ren & Stimpy. For those who can handle the explicit content, this DVD bears a clear 'Parental Advisory' warning, steering prudish viewers elsewhere.

--Jeff Shannon

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