December's New Music DVD Releases: Bob Dylan, AC/DC, Drake Bell

Plus: Boyz II Men , Mika , more

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Bob Dylan
"Changing Tracks"
(Classic Rock Legends)

Considered by an array of music aficionados to be one of the greatest albums ever recorded, folk icon Bob Dylan's classic album "Blood on the Tracks" gets an in-depth treatment in "Changing Tracks," available today (12/9). The 53-minute production serves as a critical review of the album and features rare Dylan performances coupled with professional scrutiny from music critics and rock journalists.

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AC/DC
"AC/DC: Church of Rock - The Bon Scott Years"
(Koch International)

A nostalgic look at AC/DC's early years with founding lead singer Bon Scott is in stores today (12/9). Using dated band footage, intimate interviews and rare photographs, this 60-minute film chronicles the first decade of the Australian rock band up to the time of Scott's tragic death in 1980. An interactive game and digital discography are added bonuses.

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Drake Bell
"Drake Bell in Concert"
(Universal)

Nickelodeon Kids' Choice winner Drake Bell, one of the twenty-something stars of the sitcom "Drake & Josh," will release a 78-minute DVD of live-concert material Dec. 16, just in time to land under the tree. Filmed in Mexico over five sold-out nights in October 2008, the disc features 18 songs, including hits "Found a Way," "Makes Me Happy" and "I Know," along with a handful of covers.

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Boyz II Men
"Boyz II Men Live: Motown - A Journey Through Hitsville USA"
(Decca)

Old-school fans of R&B/soul trio Boyz II Men will get another opportunity to swoon with today's (12/9) release of their latest live DVD. Filmed at a July 2008 performance at Atlantic City's House of Blues while on their 2008 world tour, the 60-minute live set melds Motown classics ("Just My Imagination," "It's The Same Old Song) with Boyz II Men favorites ("Motownphilly," "End of the Road," "I'll Make Love To You"). Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Brian McKnight makes a guest appearance.

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Mika
"Live Parc Des Princes Paris"
(Universal)

Lebanon-born pop rocker Mika wowed a packed Parisian stadium of more than 50,000 with circus performers, cartoon art and his music, and he's bringing this memorable performance to store shelves in the form of a DVD Dec. 16. Packed with 18 live performances from the April 2008 show at the iconic Parc Des Prince stadium, the two-hour set also features a behind-the-scenes look at the breath-taking show's costumes, choreography and stage production. Mika's animated videos for "Grace Kelly" and "Lollipop" are also included.

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More new releases:

December 2:
Three Days Grace, "Live at the Palace 2008" (Jive)
Paul Weller, "At the BBC" (Universal)


December 9
Sam & Dave, "The Original Soul Men" (Hip-O/UME)

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