(2-DVD set) On November 20 and 21, 2010, maverick record label Abstract Logix hosted a series of spectacular performances, featuring an array of artists who handily defy genre categorization in favor of unbridled expression. The first New Universe Festival was a die-hard music lover"s dream, defined by artists who seamlessly mingle compositional ingenuity and improvisational grace and fervor. Among the featured musicians were pioneering guitarist John McLaughlin and his current band the 4th Dimension with special guest, tabla legend Zakir Hussain; Widespread Panic guitar hero Jimmy Herring with his electric band; Return To Forever Drummer Lenny White; the all-star quartet Human Element (keyboardist Scott Kinsey, bassist Matt Garrison, percussionist Arto Tunçboyaciyan; fearless guitarist and improviser Wayne Krantz appearing with the amazing Anthony Jackson on bass; visionary Indian composer and drummer Ranjit Barot; and emerging guitar visionary Alex Machacek.A 2-CD Set of the festival featuring 131 minutes of music was released in July of 2011 to rave reviews. This 2-DVD Set features the music released on the CD, as well as an additional 60 minutes of the grand finale Jam tribute to John McLaughlin featuring all the artists of the festival - along with behind the scenes footage and extensive interviews. 2-DVD, NTSC, all region.