Just received this three disc set and immediately watched "The Making Of" DVD. I loved watching these power-house performers have fun and create such joyful music. End Of The Line is so much fun to watch and listen to. It's a great way to start your day. Tweeter And The Monkey Man is Dylan to the core ... witty, puzzling and thought provoking, fun. Handle With Care seems so happy and yet when really listening to the lyrics it's a bit heartbreaking too. There's not a bad song in the bunch. It looks like they had a great time making the album and I had a great time listening and watching. The moon and stars must have aligned themselves just right to get these guys in the same place at the same time with a common goal ... to have fun and make good music. Gonna run outside and see if the sky is yella! Thanks guys!

For an assemblage of big-name stars, the Traveling Wilburys is about as good as it gets. Lynne, Dylan, Harrison, Orbison, and Petty team up and perform together just as well as they do when on their own with their own bands. Usually super groups come across as contrived and shoe-horned to fit a market niche, but these guys combine in a way that, had Roy Orbison lived another 5 years or more, they might have achieved enough fame as a group to rival the fame they achieved on their own, or, in Harrison's case, as a lesser member of the Beatles. Who knows? The only drawback I can find is that their musical style is a bit dated, so maybe today's listeners won't be very impressed, but for nostalgic "boomers" on a fixed income you can't beat the 2 CD/1 DVD set that's being offered for sale. Highly recommended.

This Traveling Wildury's 2 CD and 1 DVD set was delivered quickly and is in perfect shape. Thanks so much.

Music lovers would rightfully expect some pretty awesome songs to be written and performed by a group consisting of George Harrison, Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, Roy Orbison, and Bob Dylan, but, I dare say, no one could have anticipated the treasure that these superstar musicians created. No, not even George, Tom, Jeff, Roy, and Bob themselves had an inkling that they would achieve what they did.

The story of how these recording industry giants came together to form the "Traveling Wilburys" is as amazing as the music they produced. These guys were all friends, and when George Harrison needed to come up with a song for the flip side of a new single of his that was about to be released called "This Is Love," he acted more or less on a whim and asked his friends to collaborate with him to come up with a song that could be used for that purpose. What they came up with was the song "Handle With Care," and it was way too good to be a "B" side.

This was the birth of "The Traveling Wiburys." Their story, as told by the Wilburys themselves, is included on a DVD in this set, and it is just about as entertaining as the music.

Because of the success with their first song, and because of the fun they had in recording it, George asked the others if they would like to make an album. They agreed, and in only ten days in May of 1988 they came up with the ten songs of their first album.

The spontaneity of their collaboration is plainly felt as one listens to their music. It was magic from Day One.

My two favorite songs are "Handle With Care" and "End of the Line." I love the videos, too, especially the "End of the Line" video.

I cannot recommend this 2 CD, 1 DVD set strongly enough! It is unimaginable to me that anyone who likes the music of each of these performers individually would not absolutely love the songs of the Wilburys.

This one is a "must have!"

Tom

P.S.

It is sad that George Harrison and Roy Orbison have passed away. May God rest your souls, George and Roy. Thank you for the great music you left us.

I love George Harrison and the Wilbury story. If you are a fan of any or all of these guys or even 80s music this is a must have for and music collection.

Very good value. Not a track on the CD that I was not satisfied with.

What a great album. They still sound current and awesome. What a magical group! Oh to have been a fly on the wall when they started riffing. If they had been together long enough, (and alive) they may have been able to compete with the Beatles and Beach Boys for their originality and impact.

The Traveling Wilburys put out this incredibly awesome two CD/one DVD set; and it wows me whenever I listen to it. The quality of the sound couldn't be better; and the DVD footage and music videos are excellent and fun to watch over and over again.

This is one outstanding band. George Harrison wanted his own band and that's what he got. The group members include none other than Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan and Tom Petty--along with, of course, George Harrison. Jeff Lynne and all the others who worked on this project are incredibly talented, too. I could never get tired of this music.

The first CD opens with "Handle With Care." "Handle With Care" features Roy Orbison singing the verses and they all come in on the chorus for an effect that blows me away! "Handle With Care" is a beautiful rock ballad that makes a strong start for this album. "Last Night" has a great arrangement for guitar and percussion; and they sing and play this to perfection! There's just a slight touch of a country twist to "Last Night" that really enhances the beauty of this number. "Congratulations" is a torchy rock ballad as they lament the loss of their women. "Congratulations" has great vocals by Bob Dylan and again the whole group joins in on the chorus for a great effect! "End Of The Line" has Tom Petty singing his best and it all works very well. Great guitar, percussion--and that's some melody, too! There are two bonus tracks including "Maxine" which has a Beatles type of flavor to it; "Maxine" should have been released earlier than this but it's still better late than never!

The second CD continues the great music. "Inside Out" has a great beat and Bob Dylan with the other men on chorus all perform this flawlessly. "Inside Out" rocks well and I really like this tune. "If You Belonged To Me" is another ballad with a slight country twist to this rock tune; and I love it! "Where Were You Last Night?" has a Beatles type of musical arrangement and they sing this without a superfluous note! The modulations between major and minor keys work to make "Where Were You Last Night?" a very solid hit for this band. In addition, quite a strong number is "Wilbury Twist;" this number rocks really hard and the positive energy strikes me as truly exceptional. "Wilbury Twist" is a modern day equivalent to Cubby Checker's songs about twisting--"Wilbury Twist" is also perhaps my favorite tune in this package! Finally, the second CD has two bonus tracks just like the first CD does; and listen for "Runaway." "Runaway" gives us the band doing a great cover of "Runaway" that would make Del Shannon proud.

And then there's that DVD. What a DVD it is! You get a documentary about how the group formed and how they made this great music--there is very special footage shot using a home camcorder. There are also a few music videos that you won't forget anytime soon.

Overall, this is one strong package from The Traveling Wilburys. George Harrison got his own band; and they all put their egos aside and made some of the best rock I've ever heard. I highly recommend this for fans of good quality rock and roll; and people who enjoy work by the individual artists in this band will enjoy this package set as well.

Great compilation of music by these musicians. It's good to hear each of their voices and what a bonus to have them singing together.

The Beatles' George Harrison, Electric Light Orchestra's Jeff Lynne, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, and Tom Petty. Sounds like one hell of a super group, doesn't it? Well, it was! Back in 1988 this five some hooked-up to write and perform the kinds of music they do best. Alone, the five each had their own unique sound. Together, they brought all those sounds together to take themselves to a higher plane. It also helped that they were the closet of friends.

Although they only released two studio albums, the meat-and-potatoes of those albums can be found here (okay, it's both albums with bonus tracks). "Handle with Care" and "End of the Line" were perhaps their most memorable, but each track falls in line with the Americana sound that the Wilburys were known for. Two previously unreleased tracks are included on each disc. Where most bonus tracks are filler and junk, the ones included here are quite good. Be sure to look for the 3 disc Deluxe Edition that includes a live DVD performance

Twenty years ago I bought the album "The Travelling Wilburys" and loved it. It was so much in the spirit of the times. Now twenty years later I watch the DVD and listen to the extended version on the double CDs. Watching these incredible artists do their stuff so effortlessly and with such mutual respect and love for one another; it's spellbinding. Two of these greats have gone, but they certainly live on in their music. This set makes them all come alive again, and lets us revel in that once in a lifetime configuration they created. Thank God they did.
I sent this set to my sister in the States and she absolutely loved it. So you get two reviews in one. This is priceless, especially for the 60's generation.

It had been years since I played my old Traveling Wilburys records on LP. I recently viewed the Tom Petty DVD biography and enjoyed the private film shot back in the day of Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, George Harrison, Jeff Lynne and Roy Orbison sitting around each others homes playing music and seemingly having the time of their lives.

This is a nice package that will make a listener appreciate the masters that each of these artists are, and if you bought these on vinyl originally, the better sound of this CD package and bonus DVD will be a great suprise. If you never heard the Traveling Wilburys but are fans of these men or just curious, you cannot go wrong. It is simply timeless music made by some of the best artists of all time.

When you consider the fact that this was a side project for these guys, including a former Beatle, it is hard not to be moved. George Harrison in particular was at a creative high at this time and sounds passionate and full of love.

I bought this CD for my mom for Christmas becuase she had been looking for this CD for, like, 10 years (and doesn't know how to shop on the Internet), and when she went to go put in the second CD it snapped as soon as she laid a finger on it....

I bought the original album when it came out in the late 1980's, but never bought Vol 3. This package reissues Vol 1 with Vol 3 and a DVD containing the videos for the singles and a short documentary as well.

To see and hear this supergroup on the DVD was emotional. George Harrison was always behind Lennon/McCartney in discussions about the Beatles but when he did things well he was amongst the very best. Now of course he's gone along with Roy Orbison as well. 'Handle With Care' features these two on vocals with Harrisons distinctive guitar slide guitar prominant as well. This is a magical track. I've been a long time fan of Orbison and his amazing voice and as one of the band says on the DVD to have arguably the greatest pop singer (Orbison) and the greatest lyryic writer (Dylan) in the same group was just incredible.

All the guys contribute memorable parts to both albums and whilst the second album suffers from the loss of Orbison (any album would) its still a fine recording. The DVD isn't that long but its certainly of historical interest, and one I shall watch again.

Enjoy the legends, we probably won't ever see a band like this again.

It just seems like a stronger collection of songs, I especially love The Devil's been busy. It's quite an underrated song. On Vol I I really like Handle with care, Not alone and End of the line but I'm not that impressed by the other songs on it. Well that's what I think, my review.

I just got this as a gift. I thought...Wilburys? It's been a long time. So I play the audio. "You Took My Breath Away" applies. This is a truly great rock n' roll album. We have an incredible eclectic collection of George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty, and (on the first album) Roy Orbison, all intermixed and/or taking turns to get their licks in, and at the top of their games (Roy's song "You're Not Alone Anymore" may be his greatest song, IMHO). The guitar rock - acoustic or electric - is simply terrific and driving. The lyrics are mostly great. The presentation is like a dream: leading vocals by some of the greatest rock voices of all time, sometimes switching from one great to another. The backups of course are marvelous.

I won't go into details - there are some outstandingly perspicacious reviews below, where fans tell one everything that needs to be known about who does what, how they came to be, etc. Buy and savor this album. They don't make 'em like this anymore.

We've enjoyed this album. Great for road trips. Received promptly and in great condition. Thanks.

What a great group of musicians. Awsome guitar work and excellent vocals! Wish they had done more.

My husband loves music and this group is top on his list. When Amazon offered the "Traveling Wilburys" CD PLUS DVD ---- I thought it would be a great surprise for him.
And it was!! You can read all the other reviews regarding this item; my 'review' is just to say: 5 stars all way for this release!

This is an outstanding package of music and video. It plays even better than the original. I would recommend this to any music buff who thinks they have it all.

If you have never heard this, start with the video then spin the CD's. The back story adds a lot to the tunes you hear later.

one of the works that is worthy to have in your collection. "Handle me with care" is outstanding¡¡¡

Everybody has said everthing that needed to be said about this great cd/dvd collection. I would just like to add that Rhino has done an absolutely terrific job in remastering the songs. Especially, Volume 1, which was recorded 20 years ago. Thanks Rhino.

Years and years ago, before cars had CD players, a friend of the family lent us her CD copy of the Traveling Wilburys. I remember the afternoon my Dad taped it. But most of all I remember all the many times we listened to that tape on our many car trips. Sadly, the tape finally wore out and the Wilbury albums fell out of print for so many years. Luckily my Mom was able to get me a second hand copy of one for Christmas in 2005. And I still have it, though my sister was jealous of me. Thanks to the reissue of these first rate albums I now know what to get her for Christmas.

This is the Haley's comet of musical collaborations. Never again in our lifetime will such a cosmic convergence grace us - truly a gift for the ages. The DVD, although far too short, is worth every penny, granting us glimpses of greatness, just being themselves, simply good friends who love music (and yes who just happen to be some of the most influential musicians of the past 40 years.)

A very enjoyable package- 2 CDs and a DVD. Try it if you are a fan of any of the "players." A tremendous group of talent-and, they get it together.

If you are the least bit a Traveling Wilburys fan, this is a must have. The music is fantastic . . . the DVD is excellent. There was a lot of forethought put into this project. You will not be sorry at all if you purchase this package.

Volume 1 besides the hits we all heard has some great songs by Dylan like "Dirty World" and "Tweeter and The Monkey Man." Roy's "Not Alone Any More" is one of my favorite tracks.
Volume One made this 5 Stars their 2nd CD seems more like extra tunes w/ some exceptions.
Volume 3 (there is no Volume 2), Roy has passed away before they started recording. "7 Deadly Sins" reminds me of an early Beatle's tune. To me it seems Dylan & Petty sang more on this CD than on Volume 1.
Unfortunately Volume 1 is the best material out of the 2.
The DVD has clips & interviews w/ the band well all except for Dylan. But it was interesting to hear how some of the songs were recorded. It good to know that Roy left out on top he deserves praises and respect.

I've been waiting for over two years for this CD to be re-issued, I am thrilled. Thank you.

Finally - a chance for the next generations to appreciate the Wilburys. Why this collection of music was unattainable for so long mystifies me but thank goodness it is here again. The music sounds better than ever - no surprise there. The DVD is like hitting the jackpot for a Wilburys fan. The fact that someone had the presence of mind to record this band putting this music together is a wonderful gift. You'll be so happy to have this. Thank you Olivia!

I had forgotten how good these guys were. When you put five outstanding guitar players and writers together in one room this is the great music they come up with. I just wish they had made more than this small number of songs. It is just great to sit back and listen to what wonderful songs they made.

If you like any of these artists it is a must have for your collection. I bought two so I could keep one set sealed in the package. Since George Harrison and Roy Orbison are both gone, there is also sentimental value for me.

A lot of bang for your buck. The dvd is much better than expected.

This has got to be the best CD I have heard in a while. The DVD is so cool to watch - but ya gotta like the old "what music is supposed to be about" music!!! ENJOY

Although I give this one 5 stars, you have to be a die hard fan to appreciate some of the material contained. Just the sheer fact these 5 legends got together and recorded so much music is something in itself. The DVD is especially great to have, makes you wish you had been there.