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Last weekend I saw U-Melt at Binghamton University. It was a free show so no reason to pass it up. I had seen them once before at moe.down this year. The moe.down show was better but it had everything to do with the venue. At Binghamton they played in some room in the basement of a building. A cool little place but the crowd was just ridiculous. Not neccesarily bad but not at all what I'm used to at a show. I was impressed they put on such a good show given the situation. I would definitely go see them again. Next weekend I've got Umphrey's two nights in a row at the Nokia in NYC. Also Conspirator is playing a latenight show the first night so that is going to rock. I'll report back with details next week.
Yeah he's been putting on some awesome shows on this tour from what I hear - I caught him a little while back in Nashville and he definitely rocked the house.
He's playing at the Norva 12/29 - I was looking at catching that show since I'll be in the area -
I know you're all jealous because mine eyes and ears beheld the greatest band in the world, last night. Saw Tenacious D in Camden, NJ. It was a really good show. They played for close to 2 hours and did a ton of songs. They started out acoustic with a little set made to look like KG's living room. Then they went to hell, and played electric. Colonel Sanders was on drums, Charlie Chaplin was on bass, and the Anti-Christ on guitar. The Anti-Christ could wail, let me tell ya. I was kinda blown away by how good of musicians they actually are. Cage can friggin jam. It was a really good show despite the @ssholes who kept throwing things at the stage. One guy even jumped on stage at the end and got tackled by security as he ran up to JB. Good stuff. They would be great at Bonnaroo. Late night madness for sure.
Pet Shop Boys - Tabernacle, Atlanta (Went to this one for the girlfriend since I have dragged her to countless amount of shows. It was definitely a scene. Not that anyone cares, but here is my rundown. The stage show was actually very impressive. They rotated three huge white blocks around the stage throughout the set, with dancers jumping in and out of them. However, the Pet Shop Boys are definitely getting old. We headed up to the Tabernacle at 8:30 (where the headliners never start before 9) and they had already played for 20 minutes. So then they played until 9 and took a 20-25 minute intermission, and then played for another 40 minutes afterwards. I had never heard of a band playing a 1.5 hour set with a 20 minute intermission splitting it up. There was a mad rush to the merch stand, so I guess it helps them sell stuff and it was like $35 a t-shirt. Not that I am a huge Pet Shop Boys fan, but it was a fairly fun show.
The very next night, I took my lady to see Broken Social Scene at Variety Playhouse. Very good show, but they did not play my favorite song, which always bums me out. That song would be Pacific Theme by the way. They did play a pretty long set - 16 or 17 songs, and they had most of the band there, which is not a small feat considering there is like 11 of them. They definitely have the wall of sound thing going for them, but I just wished the venue would have been a little louder. Met a cool guy from Chattanooga, but I forgot his name.
Primus - Tabernacle. They really rocked out, and Les is such a badass on the bass. The way he solos is out of control fast, which is tough to do with those thick bass strings. He definitely likes using the bottom of the fretboard. I had not seen Primus since Bonnaroo, but I was so far away for that show I felt like I did not get the full Primus experience. The only problem with the show was the ticket price was like $45 after all the charges and then they only played for about 1.5 hours or like 10 songs. I wished they had played alot longer, but they did play a lot off of Seas of Cheese which is a great album.
Going to see
The Dan Band - Tomorrow at Earthlink. They are the band from Old School and Starsky and Hutch, which to my surprise was an actual touring band on Steven Speilberg's record label (who knew that Speilberg has a record label). I figure it should be a funny show, at least I hear that it is. It should be a good primer for the weekend, leading up to watching my Gators hopefully beat the Hogs at the SEC Championship.
Widespread - December 30th. This should be a rocking good time. Had a great time at the show last year, and I like going to the show on the 30th, since you can do your own thing for New Years, but you do miss out on the extra set they play on the 31st.
Thinking about seeing: Jandek - February 17th. I am not a big fan of his music because it is kinda unnerving, like scary unnerving, but ever since I saw that Jandek on Corwood Documentary I have been wanting to see the elusive artist. If you have not seen that documentary, check it out. Since he is playing in my town, on a Saturday no less, I figured it would be worth the $27.50 for the price of admission.
In a completely unrelated note, I hit up Tower because everything is 50% off now, and from many recommendations from this board and elsewhere, I picked up The Coup album and that ish is jamming. It might just slip into the top five of the year.
I Just got back from Dark Star Orchestra here in DC at the 930 club, best DSO show I have seen in the 5 I have seen. They did 6-7-77 winterland, not a bad song in the bunch.
Post by steveternal on Dec 2, 2006 15:06:34 GMT -5
atl3103 said:
Recent shows:
Jandek - February 17th. I am not a big fan of his music because it is kinda unnerving, like scary unnerving, but ever since I saw that Jandek on Corwood Documentary I have been wanting to see the elusive artist. If you have not seen that documentary, check it out. Since he is playing in my town, on a Saturday no less, I figured it would be worth the $27.50 for the price of admission.
I hear ya. I just saw the doc about a week ago, and while it wasn't a great film strictly speaking, it was very cool to get more of a feel for Jandek's world. I also can't say I'm a "fan" of his, but I wouldn't pass up a rare chance to see him live in person. Do it, man!
Caught 2 nights of Umphreys and a latenight Conspirator show this weekend in NYC. Absolutely amazing weekend.
Umphrey's Night 1 - Very solid show but nothing really mind blowing. I got a little drunker than I planned so memory is not so great. Played some really great songs but it didn't seem flow as well as other shows I've seen. Highlight was the Pay the Snucka Encore with an Eruption tease in the middle. While this was a great show it was essentially a warm up for the insanity that would take place the next night.
Conspirator (latenight post Umphrey's) - For those who aren't familiar with Conspirator the band consists of Marc Brownstein, Aron Magner (both of Disco Biscuits) and DJ Omen. Had never really heard them before but I loved it. Jake from Umphrey's sat in for pretty much the whole set and Kris from Umphrey's sat in for awhile too. Everyone playing seemed to be having a really great time and they raged until 3:30 am. Brownstein was loving the licks that Jake was throwing done.
Umphrey's night 2 - Easily the best Umphrey's show I've seen. Starting with latenight bonnaroo '04 I've been to 14 Umphreys shows and this one finally took the top spot from that 'roo '04 show. The playing was just out of this world. These guys just kick out some of the most intense jams one minute and something really melodic the next. Just an outstanding show from the very first note to the very last. Sweet Child O'Mine cover with Jen Hartswick on vocals was a treat. OK I'm done fluffing this show. Bottome line: Umphrey's brought the heat this weekend to the Big Apple.
Post by suspendedzen on Dec 8, 2006 15:51:32 GMT -5
Govt Mule/Donovan Frankenreiter - Madison, Wi 12/7/06
Warren Haynes is inarguably America's greatest musician of our generation, a man so cool that thru his veins flows not blood but Cutty Sark. A driving force guitarist & voice for the modern Dead and Allman Bros; on Thursday night, at the Barrymore in Madison, fronting his own powerful team of Southern blues rock masters Govt Mule.
Donovan Frankenreiter opened the show predictably entertainingly well. His music is often described as 'surf rock' because he enjoys the wave. Of course, as with most mindless labels stamped by the Rolling Stone magazines of the world, this one doesnt fit and Donovan sounds absolutely nothing like the Beach Boys or Jan & Dean.
Govt Mule took the stage about 9 and opened 'Blind Man in the Dark', their memorable track (from their huge performance) on the Bonnaroo 2004 dvd. The first set continued with jams for the ages, a scorched earth take on 'Dark Star, and then WOW! a neckwrenching rockage of Humble Pie's old classic '30 Days in the Hole' before taking their 20 minute break.
Set two saw a humble Warren pay emotional tribute to Otis Redding, whose plane plunged deep into Lake Monona in 1967 and whose soul plunged even deeper into the subconcious of all future music, with a cover of 'Ive Got Dreams to Remember'. I remember hoping that Mark David, the Wisco bluesman that carries the torches that fell into that Madison lake and crashed into that Alpine Valley hillside, had made it out to the show. Warren's politics, a general disgust with the pathetic urchins that somehow find elective success, also permeated the show and reached a crescendo with a cover of Buffalo Springfield's still vital 'For What Its Worth' backed by audience choir. Matt Abts smashed his way thru an incredible 20 minute solo that would have stricken lesser drummers with heart attacks. The show boiled to a conclusion with Mule standards 'Thorazine Shuffle' and 'Soulshine'. Mesmerizing pure rock and roll music.
I've got dreams Dreams, bad dreams Dreams, rough dreams To remember Don't make me suffer Dreams, bad dreams Dreams, rough dreams To remember -Otis Redding
Post by HoodooOperator on Dec 9, 2006 3:51:26 GMT -5
i just got back from the Sparta/ Deftones show at the Riviera Theatre....absolutly amazing, its great to see the Deftones still have it after all these years, and I really think Sparta would be a grand addition to the Bonnaroo universe.....they have a great sound...
Govt Mule/Donovan Frankenreiter - Madison, Wi 12/7/06
Warren Haynes is inarguably America's greatest musician of our generation, a man so cool that thru his veins flows not blood but Cutty Sark. A driving force guitarist & voice for the modern Dead and Allman Bros; on Thursday night, at the Barrymore in Madison, fronting his own powerful team of Southern blues rock masters Govt Mule.
Donovan Frankenreiter opened the show predictably entertainingly well. His music is often described as 'surf rock' because he enjoys the wave. Of course, as with most mindless labels stamped by the Rolling Stone magazines of the world, this one doesnt fit and Donovan sounds absolutely nothing like the Beach Boys or Jan & Dean.
Govt Mule took the stage about 9 and opened 'Blind Man in the Dark', their memorable track (from their huge performance) on the Bonnaroo 2004 dvd. The first set continued with jams for the ages, a scorched earth take on 'Dark Star, and then WOW! a neckwrenching rockage of Humble Pie's old classic '30 Days in the Hole' before taking their 20 minute break.
Set two saw a humble Warren pay emotional tribute to Otis Redding, whose plane plunged deep into Lake Monona in 1967 and whose soul plunged even deeper into the subconcious of all future music, with a cover of 'Ive Got Dreams to Remember'. I remember hoping that Mark David, the Wisco bluesman that carries the torches that fell into that Madison lake and crashed into that Alpine Valley hillside, had made it out to the show. Warren's politics, a general disgust with the pathetic urchins that somehow find elective success, also permeated the show and reached a crescendo with a cover of Buffalo Springfield's still vital 'For What Its Worth' backed by audience choir. Matt Abts smashed his way thru an incredible 20 minute solo that would have stricken lesser drummers with heart attacks. The show boiled to a conclusion with Mule standards 'Thorazine Shuffle' and 'Soulshine'. Mesmerizing pure rock and roll music.
I've got dreams Dreams, bad dreams Dreams, rough dreams To remember Don't make me suffer Dreams, bad dreams Dreams, rough dreams To remember -Otis Redding
Nice review. Has me reaching for my glass, and some saturday morning MULE ! ;D
Post by ziggyandthemonkeys on Dec 18, 2006 3:36:26 GMT -5
Isn't Sparta the other half of At the Drive In? I havent really heard them, whats their sound like compared to atdi and mars volta? For some reason I have never seen Gov't Mule play, but i've seen Warren Haynes with several other bands, this is definatly something i need to get on. Sorry for the threadjacking.
Went to the 18th Warren Haynes X-Mas Jam saturday in Asheville NC. It was an incredible night of music. Started at 7:00 and ended about 2:30.
There was not a dead spot in the lineup all night. Of course Warren rocked but there were others that blew the roof off also. Including Taj Mahal Trio, Marty Stewart, John Popper Project.
I just want to go on record saying that the highlight for me was Dave. I do not and never will own a DMB album. But, the two times I have seen him live he has been incredible. The highlight of the entire show was Dave and Warren playing Neil Youngs Cortez the Killer. It was AWESOME. I know there are alot of haters out there but Dave is one of the most honest, intense, performers I have ever witnessed.
Brenden Bayless got there late (about 1:45) but played with Warren for 2 Mule songs including Sco Mule that was great.
I can hear the groans already but Taylor Hicks was there he jammed with Warren (and the rest of Mule) John Popper, Mickey Raphael. The guy flat out held his own on the harmonica.
Anyway, if you can possibly make it one of these you will not regret it. It was a great night.
Isn't Sparta the other half of At the Drive In? I havent really heard them, whats their sound like compared to atdi and mars volta?
I personally think that Sparta sounds more like ATDI than Mars Volta does... I would describe Sparta as a more radio-friendly version of ATDI. I saw them a few years back (2001 or 2002 I think, they had just formed) and they were definitely full of energy, a great show... but I dunno if they're a Bonnaroo band - a bit on the aggressive rock side of things.
Post by HoodooOperator on Dec 21, 2006 15:16:28 GMT -5
gtwrecked said:
ziggyandthemonkeys said:
Isn't Sparta the other half of At the Drive In? I havent really heard them, whats their sound like compared to atdi and mars volta?
I personally think that Sparta sounds more like ATDI than Mars Volta does... I would describe Sparta as a more radio-friendly version of ATDI. I saw them a few years back (2001 or 2002 I think, they had just formed) and they were definitely full of energy, a great show... but I dunno if they're a Bonnaroo band - a bit on the aggressive rock side of things.
they are MUCH less aggresive than on their first two discs....even their second one let up a lot....definitely more melodic...they also went thru major lineup changes, and are basically a new band with the old name.
Caught RailRoad Earth on 12/30 in Stroudsburg PA. Really great show. They played an hour longer expected and really jammed a lot of stuff out. My first time seeing them and I was very impressed. These guys can rage it. Hackensaw Boys opened and thought they were ok. Nothing I could really get into. Although I thought it was real cool that during the RRE's setbreak the Hackensaw boys came out and jammed in the lobby of the theater.
Post by ronburgandy? on Jan 4, 2007 8:11:57 GMT -5
saw TLG twice over New years weekend. Once acoustic, and once in a monster elctric show at the TLA philly...please, for the love of pete, check out this acoustic set...you will not be dissappointed.
;D Saw The Hold Steady for the first time last Friday at The Stone Pony in Asbury Park, NJ. It was amazing before the show even started because I got to meet Craig before the show as he was buying a Veggie burger. He was definitely nice, down-to-earth, and somewhat rushed. The best part of our conversation is when he confirmed rumors that The Hold Steady would be playing Bonnaroo!!! (I know many of you probably felt this was confirmed already but, until I see the official announcement of the line-up, or in this case get confirmation directly from the band, I don't like to get my hopes up.)
The energy at the show was great and I think the setlist was pretty good too. The only drawback was that I got kind of beat up holding my ground near the front (about four rows back and center). I have no issue with people getting into dancing to music. I have some problems when drunken guerillas think they have the right to aggressively shove me out of the way because they chose not to get their early. Sorry for the mini-rant, it was an amazing show...as a girl I just guess I mistakenly expect some level of courtesy from dudes at shows.