Watch Kygo: Live at the Hollywood Bowl
- NR
- 2017
- 52 min
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6.8 (126)
Kygo: Live at the Hollywood Bowl is a 2017 concert film directed by Devin Chanda and produced by Aaron Fishbein. The film showcases the music of Norwegian musician, Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll, better known as Kygo, recorded during his live concert at the iconic Hollywood Bowl. The movie features some of the biggest hits from Kygo's repertoire including "Firestone," "Stole the Show," "Stay" and "It Ain't Me" that had the crowd dancing along to the music. The concert features several special guests, including American rapper G-Eazy, who performs his parts in "Me, Myself & I," which he originally recorded with Bebe Rexha. Parson James, who had previously collaborated with Kygo on "Stole the Show," also makes an appearance to perform the song live to a highly receptive audience.
Apart from the music itself, the concert is truly a visual treat with its magnificent stage, lighting, and stunning visuals that match the mood of the music. The video shots of the crowd, captured from various angles, show that the audience was indeed enthralled with the music and completely lost themselves in the moment. The visuals and the music together create a magical experience that's highly immersive and a pure joy to watch.
Kygo's performances are known to be noticeably intimate, and this concert at the Hollywood Bowl is no exception. The charismatic musician has effortless stage presence as he performs on the piano and mixes live on stage, all while wearing his signature hat. The audience remains captivated throughout the concert, with eclectic and evolving sounds coming from Kygo and his gear. The sounds range from the tropical house he is known for to more of an acoustic sound that is sure to please his fans.
One of the most striking aspects of Kygo's concerts is his attention to detail, and this is very evident in this concert film. From the set designs to costume choices and lighting that matches the mood of music, it's all perfectly choreographed. Even the infrequent moments of dialogue exchanged between Kygo and the audience are so charming and authentic, and add an intimate touch.
The concert ends with the song "Carry Me" where Kygo is joined on stage by singer-songwriter Julia Michaels. The haunting melody, coupled with the emotionally charged lyrics, showcases a more vulnerable side of Kygo's music. The stunning visuals and lighting appropriately accompany the performance, which leaves the audience enamored and wanting more.
In conclusion, Kygo: Live at the Hollywood Bowl is a fantastic movie for anyone who is a fan of the artist or music in general. The concert experience is brought to life in a way that can only be done through a film medium. The stunning visuals and impeccable music make for an immersive experience as if you were there. It's a perfect glance at the essence of Kygo's music and his live performances that continues to win him fans all around the world.
Kygo: Live at the Hollywood Bowl is a 2017 documentary with a runtime of 52 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.8.