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Live at the Royal Albert Hall
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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 142 Ratings

  • Summary: The CD/DVD set is a recording of Adele at London's Royal Albert Hall during her 2011 tour promoting her second album, 21.
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Someone Like You
I heard that you're settled down That you found a girl and you're married now I heard that your dreams came true Guess she gave you things I didn't... See the rest of the song lyrics
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. AllMusic
    Nov 28, 2011
    80
    Beautifully recorded and performed, Live at the Royal Albert Hall conveys all the drama of Adele's music and is the perfect companion piece to 21.
  2. Consequence
    Dec 2, 2011
    80
    Backed by a live band, including a string section and backup singers, Adele brings the dramatics of her two albums to life, with a bit of humorous, cuss-filled banter in between songs.
  3. Los Angeles Times
    Nov 28, 2011
    75
    Listening to Adele on these 17 songs recorded in her hometown earlier this fall is a bit like watching a pro running back score a touchdown.
  4. American Songwriter
    Nov 28, 2011
    60
    The CD chops out the voluminous chatter, which is one of the strengths of the 1 3/4 hour DVD, but works just fine for on-the-go playback of a dynamic concert.
  5. The Independent (UK)
    Nov 30, 2011
    60
    Adele's engaging ebullience is powerfully persuasive on this DVD/CD package.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 14
  3. Negative: 4 out of 14
  1. bluezz
    Dec 3, 2011
    10
    I actually had to remind myself not to clap at the conclusion of a couple songs...And in that regard, it is a tremendous success; youI actually had to remind myself not to clap at the conclusion of a couple songs...And in that regard, it is a tremendous success; you definitely get the full experience. Adele is luminous, compelling, funny and profane throughout, and like I said, her voice is in tiptop shape. It's one of the best 90 minutes of my life.… Expand
  2. KleineSean
    Feb 19, 2012
    10
    Incredibly amazing. Stunning vocals, great direction and, to be honest, I'm surprised by the way she connects with the audience, not showing aIncredibly amazing. Stunning vocals, great direction and, to be honest, I'm surprised by the way she connects with the audience, not showing a single hint of her stage fright. If you have the opportunity to but this concert, I highly recommend it. You will not regret it!… Collapse
  4. P_Santiag8
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Gran concierto , lleno de alegría , poder , amor y sobre todo dedicación y una gran celebración para 21
  5. Leetha
    Dec 4, 2011
    10
    Loved it, watching the DVD over and over. She just owned the Royal Albert Hall amazing.Loved it, watching the DVD over and over. She just owned the Royal Albert Hall amazing. Adele voice is awesome and looks stunning. Seeing her in concert this way very hypnotic. No one can say, except : Adele you're amazing, just the way you are......… Expand
  6. beingryanjude
    Dec 29, 2014
    8
    Singing a combination of notable tracks from both '19' and '21', Adele surprises no one with strong vocals and an exciting performance at theSinging a combination of notable tracks from both '19' and '21', Adele surprises no one with strong vocals and an exciting performance at the Royal Albert Hall in London. You'll especially appreciate the unique inflections she makes throughout the concert.… Expand
  7. condythug
    Jan 21, 2015
    8
    bit late but i just caught this on bluray and its very good. the music is obviously great but adele herself is very entertaining and has herbit late but i just caught this on bluray and its very good. the music is obviously great but adele herself is very entertaining and has her ego nicely in check. there are many fun lines that she gave and she definitely has a future in movies if she chooses to; she's that talented. this is a great video recording and is definitely worth your money.… Expand
  8. italoverdade
    Nov 19, 2015
    0
    And we really have an album with more of the same, with nothing innovative or influential, the disc has good lyrics but does not come close toAnd we really have an album with more of the same, with nothing innovative or influential, the disc has good lyrics but does not come close to its predecessor, and I feel at this point in his career the lack of personality that will be a watershed and come become a model to follow, as it comes to criticizing the sales Monster will give a super evaluation ...… Expand

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