''Roy Orbison – Live from Australia'' is a 1972 performance by American

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Roy Orbison Roy Kelton Orbison (April 23, 1936 – December 6, 1988) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician known for his impassioned singing style, complex song structures, and dark, emotional ballads. His music was described by critics as ...

from Festival Hall in Melbourne,

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" and Simon & Garfunkel's " Bridge over Troubled Water" plus thirteen of his classic songs backed up by a full orchestra. It was released in DVD format on April 5, 2005 with addition family films (special features) under the supervision of

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music portion (actual concert) has been broadcast in the United States on the PBS television network. Running time: 90 minutes

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#" Only the Lonely" #" Crying" #" Dream Baby" #" In Dreams" #"

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" with encore Recorded: October 3, 1972 * Roy Orbison - vocals, guitar, * Billy Dean - guitar, vocals * Alan James - guitar * Terry Widlake - bass guitar * Alan Mayes - trumpet * Bob Munday - drums * Gordon Balsmouth - piano {{DEFAULTSORT:Roy Orbison - Live From Australia Roy Orbison video albums