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Post by steveternal on Sept 23, 2009 19:52:58 GMT -5
Saw U2 Saturday night at Gillette Stadium here in Mass. Terrific show, I must say. I thought Muse would be opening but instead it was Snow Patrol... fortunately we got there just as they were finishing. U2's current stage set-up is both visually impressive and technically innovative. And as for a band that plays pretty much the same set every night (I think), they do a great job keeping it fresh. There were a few odd song teasers (why the chorus of "Rock the Casbah" at the end of "Sunday Bloody Sunday"?) and Bono wasn't without his moments of self-indulgence, but really they brought it. I had to take off before the encore, but it sounds like they played longer than usual. Perhaps they were connecting with the Irish audience.
Post by questionablesanity on Sept 24, 2009 8:11:09 GMT -5
One of the doctor's I work for just saw them at Soldier Field. He said it was pretty ridiculous. I've seen the stage set up in print, but I'd like to see it in person. I read that it takes 120 semi trailers to cart all of their gear arund. That sounds a little high to me, but who knows, the claw is freaking massive.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
Post by steveternal on Sept 24, 2009 8:36:29 GMT -5
It is indeed massive-- consider that it took up at least a third of the football field.
Thing is, I don't really go for that type of thing. I would go to see U2 because I love their music, and the visuals are, as I said, impressive, but they are also impractical and unnecessary. Plus it naturally drives up the ticket price. I'd rather see a stripped-down show with little fanfare and just emphasis on the playing of the great songs. You want to put on a visually stunning show, do it with your body and your instrument.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
Saw U2 Saturday night at Gillette Stadium here in Mass. Terrific show, I must say. I thought Muse would be opening but instead it was Snow Patrol... fortunately we got there just as they were finishing. U2's current stage set-up is both visually impressive and technically innovative. And as for a band that plays pretty much the same set every night (I think), they do a great job keeping it fresh. There were a few odd song teasers (why the chorus of "Rock the Casbah" at the end of "Sunday Bloody Sunday"?) and Bono wasn't without his moments of self-indulgence, but really they brought it. I had to take off before the encore, but it sounds like they played longer than usual. Perhaps they were connecting with the Irish audience.
you didnt even call! no PM nothing
sad.
good shows huh! i had a hell of a time at both.
er, although spunday i was having a really good time! they played till 11:15 and broke curfew - they stuck to it on monday.
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Post by nodepression on Sept 24, 2009 19:03:21 GMT -5
So I went to see Sufjan Stevens last night at a bar in ithaca. Drove two and half hours from Buffalo so I could see the show. Couldn't have been more than three hundred people there. He started out by saying it would be something of a live workshop. Basically Sufjan rocked out for forty five minutes, and it was awesome. Loud guitars and samples mixed with Sufjan singing much less delicately than usual made for some great new songs. I can't wait to see what comes of this project.
Eventually he said "enough of this glam rock bullshit" and pulled out the banjo to much applause. He then played some Seven Swans material, which eventually led to Casimir Pulaski Day. You could hear a pin drop other than two assholes in the back talking. Eventually someone shushed them to no avail, but I enjoyed their effort of enforcing concert etiquette. Seeing Sufjan sing this song in such a intimate venue was a special moment. He played some other favorites too, I think we were the first on the tour to hear the stripped down version of Chicago. He ended the show with a new song " Too much love" and then a second encore with John Wayne Gacy.
After the show I was able to pick up Michigan, Illinois, and The BQE (Both Run Rabbit Run and The Bqe were available, neither comes out until next month) on vinyl for 50 bucks, which is a steal in my eyes.
Here's the setlist 1. Alien Attack 2. Age of Adz 3. Impossible Souls 4. All Delighted People 5. Majesty Snowbird 6. The Transfiguration 7. Casimir Pulaski Day 8. The Dress Looks Nice on You 9. To Be Alone With You 10. Chicago 11. In the Devil’s Territory 12. Too Much Love 13. John Wayne Gacy
Post by questionablesanity on Sept 25, 2009 7:38:13 GMT -5
Horray for the Sufjan show. I'm going to see him next week and scored a photo pass. i was curious to see if it was going to be a big production or an intimate show. I'll be happy with either.
I went to see Mike Gordon last night. What a show. Mike a new toy that he said he was using for the first time. I have no idea what it was called, but it was a little electronic hand held pad that produced some of the deepest bass and strangest noises I've ever heard. Sometimes, it was theramin-like. He even let a couple of the fans play it during songs. I got to meet him after the show, but he seemed preoccupied with getting back to his family. Apparently he has a 13 month old child now. I had no idea. Def catch the show if you can. Only downside is that they were real strict on the no camera policy. I managed to get a couple shots during the encore, but nothing to write home to mom about.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
Post by dreamingtree on Sept 28, 2009 10:45:57 GMT -5
I saw the Decemberists at the Ryman last night. They performed the whole Hazards of Love album for the first set which was just epic. The second set was a mix and Colin talked a lot to the audience. Lots of fun and just an awesome show.
I saw the Decemberists at the Ryman last night. They performed the whole Hazards of Love album for the first set which was just epic. The second set was a mix and Colin talked a lot to the audience. Lots of fun and just an awesome show.
Post by carpedm01 on Sept 28, 2009 11:03:36 GMT -5
I saw Passion Pit and Phoenix in Central Park this Saturday, and they were AMAZING!! Passion Pit wasn't quite as energetic as they usually are, but Phoenix BROUGHT it!! Can't wait to see them both again!!
"We're no longer called Sonic Death Monkey. We're on the verge of becoming Kathleen Turner Overdrive, but just for tonight, we are Barry Jive and his Uptown Five. "
I saw the Decemberists at the Ryman last night. They performed the whole Hazards of Love album for the first set which was just epic. The second set was a mix and Colin talked a lot to the audience. Lots of fun and just an awesome show.
I was there!
Did you love it? I liked it so much better than the Roo shows I have seen.
Post by autumnsredtears on Sept 29, 2009 18:56:52 GMT -5
I'll be seeing the dead weather this friday in atlanta. with some guy imaad wasif www.myspace.com/imaadw he's pretty good, too. hopefully it will be worth my 30 dollars
Post by insidejoke on Sept 30, 2009 8:29:00 GMT -5
I saw Sufjan Stevens last night and it was absolutely superb. He has such a fantastic voice and the horns were phenomenal. I know there is a "Crying at Roo" thread on here, and I scoffed at the thought of ever crying at a show but this one almost got me there. It was beautiful. If you ever have the opportunity to see him, I highly suggest it.
Post by nodepression on Sept 30, 2009 10:12:46 GMT -5
Went to see the Arctic Monkeys last night in Toronto at Kool Haus. I've been there before to see Doves(excellent show) so I wasn't really stressed about where to park or how to get to the venue, which was nice. The show, unlike the Doves show, was sold out, so there was a long line to get in even after doors had been open for thirty minutes. I bought a Molson (thank you lower drinking age) and kind of sat back in the crowd. I figured there would be a mosh pit, and I'm generally not for those, so I just stood about twenty feet in front of the sound board. I hate waiting for concerts to start when I'm on my own like last night, but I was able to occupy my time people watching.
The Like were the first band on, four girls, doing poppy rock. They were flirty (they told the audience we were cute, a shameless, I'd like to think I'm wrong here, way to get the mostly teenage and twenty something males to pay attention) and not too bad for an opener I'd never heard of before.
Then after about twenty minutes, the Monkeys came out of the dense fog on stage. They had the immediate stage presence that one can only achieve with a combination of genuine talent and playing much larger audiences than the one presented in front of them. Their sound was as massive as their long hair (which when whipped around during their many guitar breakdowns produced a great effect.) The new material sounded great, and the crowd understandably fist pumped with every drum fill by their excellent drummer, Matt Helders. Alex Turner, lead Monkey, was TRASHED. Not so much that he messed up the music, but so much that he made his already difficult British drawl unintelligible during between song banter. One thing I could understand was him hilariously telling us (Matthew Helders on drums. If you like him, tell him you like him Toronto, this phrase took almost twenty seconds to complete.)
The songs that stood out were new stuff like Crying Lightning and Pretty Visitors, old stuff like 505, Do Me A Favour, Brainstorm, and This House Is A Circus. But the best song may have been the Nick Cave cover Red Right Hand.
Setlist: Dance Little Liar
Brianstorm
Crying Lightning
Potion Approaching
Pretty Visitors
This House Is a Circus
Still Take You Home
I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor
If You Were There, Beware
Sketchead
Dangerous Animals
View From the Afternoon
Secret Door
Cornerstone
Do Me a Favour
Flourescent Adolescent
ENCORE:
Red Right Hand
My Propeller
505
Verdict: Give these guys a Which Headlining spot, they'll tear it up.
Post by questionablesanity on Oct 1, 2009 8:01:51 GMT -5
I also went to the Sufjan Stevens show. I got there super early, received a nice limited print for the show for showing up early, met Sufjan before the show, got front row and about 400 pics. I'll post a link once I get them edited.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
Post by questionablesanity on Oct 1, 2009 8:03:11 GMT -5
It's not music related but my friend had an extra ticket to see Robin Williams last night, so I went. What a waste of $70. I'm so happy I didn't have to pay for those tickets. He's kind of funny, but not $70 funny.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
I also went to the Sufjan Stevens show. I got there super early, received a nice limited print for the show for showing up early, met Sufjan before the show, got front row and about 400 pics. I'll post a link once I get them edited.
Scan that bitch for me! High-res so I can frame it and try and make it pass for an original.
Muse absolutly killed it last night. The 8 songs they played were enough to knock people on the floor. Charlottesville didnt know what to expect but they walked out fans. I promise that.
Bono was off. Sick. Throat was way too raspy. Destroyed a few of my favorite songs, including New Years Day, which I hadnt seen before live. We actually walked out on Sunday Bloody Sunday. Last night was all about Muse. Period.
Muse 10/1 1.Knights of Cydonia 2.Hysteria 3.Supermassive Black Hole 4.Undisclosed Desires 5.Time Is Running Out 6.Uprising 7.Starlight 8.Plug In Baby
... And Druid. Ive seen Coldplay and Snow Patrol as well. And you wanna know what?
I also went to the Sufjan Stevens show. I got there super early, received a nice limited print for the show for showing up early, met Sufjan before the show, got front row and about 400 pics. I'll post a link once I get them edited.
Scan that Ann Coulter for me! High-res so I can frame it and try and make it pass for an original.
I would but it's too big for any of my scanners. If you have access to an over size scanner at IU, I'd let you try it. It's a neat print, local artist I believe. I met the guy but don't remember his name. I think it's 92/150.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
Post by questionablesanity on Oct 2, 2009 6:19:37 GMT -5
I went to see Michael Franti and Spearhead last night at the Murat Egyptian Room in Indianapolis. The opener was actually pretty good, not sure of his name. Michael Franti tore it up from start to finish. I've never had a group make me feel that included in a show. It may have helped that I was highly intoxicated. His songs are just so positive and it was nice to have a big group of friends there. There wasn't a single moment where I looked at my watch. Great, great show. Now I have to muster the energy for Mofro tonight.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
... And Druid. Ive seen Coldplay and Snow Patrol as well. And you wanna know what?
I liked em. ;D
Then your a girl
Muse does kick ass don't they? I saw them 2 years ago at the War Memorial. Small crowd. No one knew who they were. I am glad to see them get some of the recognition in the states that they have in Europe.
... And Druid. Ive seen Coldplay and Snow Patrol as well. And you wanna know what?
I liked em. ;D
Then your a girl
Muse does kick ass don't they? I saw them 2 years ago at the War Memorial. Small crowd. No one knew who they were. I am glad to see them get some of the recognition in the states that they have in Europe.
15 years old as well.
I wanna call it right now. Muse Saturday Late Night Which Stage 2010.
Muse absolutly killed it last night. The 8 songs they played were enough to knock people on the floor. Charlottesville didnt know what to expect but they walked out fans. I promise that.
Bono was off. Sick. Throat was way too raspy. Destroyed a few of my favorite songs, including New Years Day, which I hadnt seen before live. We actually walked out on Sunday Bloody Sunday. Last night was all about Muse. Period.
Muse 10/1 1.Knights of Cydonia 2.Hysteria 3.Supermassive Black Hole 4.Undisclosed Desires 5.Time Is Running Out 6.Uprising 7.Starlight 8.Plug In Baby
... And Druid. Ive seen Coldplay and Snow Patrol as well. And you wanna know what?
Post by autumnsredtears on Oct 3, 2009 14:57:56 GMT -5
Saw The Dead Weather last night, well worth my 30 dollars:) only complaint is people that scream during a song, the whole entire set(well almost) i liked to hear the music without someone 2 feet away screaming at the top of their lungs because they think jack white is the only person in the band. haha, but that seems to happen more often than it should. All in all, good show. I'd see them again if they came around. Hope they play bonnaroo next year. Girlfriend took a video or two, i think she might have put them on youtube, i'll link them if she did.
They're not long videos, but you get the idea.
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Muse absolutly killed it last night. The 8 songs they played were enough to knock people on the floor. Charlottesville didnt know what to expect but they walked out fans. I promise that.
Bono was off. Sick. Throat was way too raspy. Destroyed a few of my favorite songs, including New Years Day, which I hadnt seen before live. We actually walked out on Sunday Bloody Sunday. Last night was all about Muse. Period.
Muse 10/1 1.Knights of Cydonia 2.Hysteria 3.Supermassive Black Hole 4.Undisclosed Desires 5.Time Is Running Out 6.Uprising 7.Starlight 8.Plug In Baby
... And Druid. Ive seen Coldplay and Snow Patrol as well. And you wanna know what?
I liked em. ;D
Why were they not there in Boston?!
IDK. But they have escalated into an arena rock band. One of the best shows all year,for me.