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booo to Phish being there. If it does sell out quick, it will be due to all Phish fans buying tickets. The festival is going to turn into a Phish only festival. Don't like it.
Seeing how fast tickets have been selling out and how much people shell out for said ticket... I hope so. Regardless of the act, I wish nothing but the best for 'Roo; which means them selling all the tickets.
Hardcore phish fans aren't bad either, much better than the hardcore Metallica fans of last year. They weren't too aggressive, just overly arrogant.
Well I'm not trying to start a fight here, but I have heard just as much arrogance from Phish fans as Metallica fans.
Look at all the people who bitched and whined over the past few years and are now all gung-ho because of this rumour. I've been told by tons of Phish fans that I just "don't get it". Yeah, I get it, but it just doesn't do anything for me. A lot of them tend to act like Phish is the only band that matters.
I go to a festival because I like music, not because of one single band. I like the thought of being able to spend four straight days doing nothing but watching live shows and seeing every type of music under the sky. If Phish is all that matters to you, go to a Phish show and leave the festivals to those of us who truly appreciate MUSIC, not one specific band. And that part goes for fans of any band, not just Phish
Seeing how fast tickets have been selling out and how much people shell out for said ticket... I hope so. Regardless of the act, I wish nothing but the best for 'Roo; which means them selling all the tickets.
Hardcore phish fans aren't bad either, much better than the hardcore Metallica fans of last year. They weren't too aggressive, just overly arrogant.
Well I'm not trying to start a fight here, but I have heard just as much arrogance from Phish fans as Metallica fans.
Look at all the people who bitched and whined over the past few years and are now all gung-ho because of this rumour. I've been told by tons of Phish fans that I just "don't get it". Yeah, I get it, but it just doesn't do anything for me. A lot of them tend to act like Phish is the only band that matters.
I go to a festival because I like music, not because of one single band. I like the thought of being able to spend four straight days doing nothing but watching live shows and seeing every type of music under the sky. If Phish is all that matters to you, go to a Phish show and leave the festivals to those of us who truly appreciate MUSIC, not one specific band. And that part goes for fans of any band, not just Phish
This word also has a underground meaning once you break it down. Let’s take “Bonn” for example and it actually turns into the word “Bone”. We all know gays use this word to describe the action of when they are fecal fisting their Cuban cabana boy at their sex bath house parties. Now let’s look at Roo, “Roo” is short for “Kangaroo”.So put the full true message together and you get“Bone a Kangaroo
This word also has a underground meaning once you break it down. Let’s take “Bonn” for example and it actually turns into the word “Bone”. We all know gays use this word to describe the action of when they are fecal fisting their Cuban cabana boy at their sex bath house parties. Now let’s look at Roo, “Roo” is short for “Kangaroo”.So put the full true message together and you get“Bone a Kangaroo
This word also has a underground meaning once you break it down. Let’s take “Bonn” for example and it actually turns into the word “Bone”. We all know gays use this word to describe the action of when they are fecal fisting their Cuban cabana boy at their sex bath house parties. Now let’s look at Roo, “Roo” is short for “Kangaroo”.So put the full true message together and you get“Bone a Kangaroo
At band practise the other day, we ended up going off on a very spontaneous 15 minute jam. I suggested we change our name to Pheline, or Phrog or something. That idea didn't go over well
This word also has a underground meaning once you break it down. Let’s take “Bonn” for example and it actually turns into the word “Bone”. We all know gays use this word to describe the action of when they are fecal fisting their Cuban cabana boy at their sex bath house parties. Now let’s look at Roo, “Roo” is short for “Kangaroo”.So put the full true message together and you get“Bone a Kangaroo
At band practise the other day, we ended up going off on a very spontaneous 15 minute jam. I suggest we change our name to Pheline, or Phrog or something. That idea didn't go over well
sorry...just hearing rumors of phish topping the bill arent enough to make me buy tickets...i mean we still have Rothbury and Allgood to think about...I'd really like to check out that Sherwood Forest first-hand
sorry...just hearing rumors of phish topping the bill arent enough to make me buy tickets...i mean we still have Rothbury and Allgood to think about...I'd really like to check out that Sherwood Forest first-hand
good luck with holding out for Rothbury - I deal with way too many bankruptcies on a daily basis - I just don't see it happening. They cannot even get a federal judge to approve the sale at the moment. While that property is involved in the banruotcy - the Judge gets to say what will happen.
Seeing how fast tickets have been selling out and how much people shell out for said ticket... I hope so. Regardless of the act, I wish nothing but the best for 'Roo; which means them selling all the tickets.
Hardcore phish fans aren't bad either, much better than the hardcore Metallica fans of last year. They weren't too aggressive, just overly arrogant.
Well I'm not trying to start a fight here, but I have heard just as much arrogance from Phish fans as Metallica fans.
Look at all the people who bitched and whined over the past few years and are now all gung-ho because of this rumour. I've been told by tons of Phish fans that I just "don't get it". Yeah, I get it, but it just doesn't do anything for me. A lot of them tend to act like Phish is the only band that matters.
I go to a festival because I like music, not because of one single band. I like the thought of being able to spend four straight days doing nothing but watching live shows and seeing every type of music under the sky. If Phish is all that matters to you, go to a Phish show and leave the festivals to those of us who truly appreciate MUSIC, not one specific band. And that part goes for fans of any band, not just Phish
Well said !
I've never seen Phish, so I'm looking forward to one night. Two nights, too much.
booo to Phish being there. If it does sell out quick, it will be due to all Phish fans buying tickets. The festival is going to turn into a Phish only festival. Don't like it.
i do.
I think it will bring roo back to what it is supposed to be.
This stuff makes me glad I'm not a Phan because accepting the fact that I'm not making it to 'Roo would be a trillion times harder.
Everyone says the festival will turn into this or turn into that because of the lineup. Bonnaroo is a chameleon and that's why its a beautiful thing. Go with the flow, people, or simply go to another festival.
Post by MonkeyShirt on Dec 18, 2008 17:27:55 GMT -5
I don't think Bonnaroo will 'sell out' - and IF it should - it wont sell out until a few days before the festival - at the earliest. Even then, as any veteran can tell you - there is no shortage of tickets to be gotten while waiting in line. I have gotten a ticket every year for the last 5 year well ahead of time - but there is ALWAYS someone - or a few people - in my group that wait until we get to Manchester to find a ticket - and - without fail they end up getting one on the side of the road for like $100-$150 - a lot less than face value.
I know that Bonnaroo sold 90,000 tickets in 2004 - and decided that they didn't have adequate resources for that many people and reduced the number of available tickets to 80,000 the following year and they have held the 80,000 number since. But if for some reason they would sell out all 80,000 tickets well in advance of the festival this year - they would in all likelihood expand their operation, increase resources/facilities and release another 5,000 tickets or whatever that may be.
There isn't a magic attendance number. They basically determine the number of tickets they will sell based on the number port-o-potties and water stations and staff they have. If for some reason there was demand for 100,000 tickets - they probably just add more places to drink and add more places to poop - but that has not been the case thus far.
Post by hibouxdufromage on Dec 18, 2008 22:07:06 GMT -5
I'm gonna laugh when the lineup comes out and there is Led Zeppelin, but no Phish. Seriously, I think Roo will sell out regardless of the lineup, just because more people will be able to afford the gas to get there this year.
I'm so excited and anxious for Roo again. 08 was my first year. i've been to amsterdam, paris, rome, munich, zurich, all over america, central america, and on many cruises...but there is nothing compared to ROO. it was the best experience of my life. it is weird to say this, but when ROO 08 was over, i felt like my life was complete and there is nothing else i have to do before i leave this earth! absolutely amazing people...absolutely amazing music...absolutely amazing times! i can't wait any LONGGGERRR!!!!!!
i am working for ac entertainment now in knoxville tn volunteering for local music venues/bands coming to town. it is pretty cool. this year i am helping set up pre-festival. so i get a free ticket and pick my own camping spot! its going to be amazing! ;D
Seeing how fast tickets have been selling out and how much people shell out for said ticket... I hope so. Regardless of the act, I wish nothing but the best for 'Roo; which means them selling all the tickets.
Hardcore phish fans aren't bad either, much better than the hardcore Metallica fans of last year. They weren't too aggressive, just overly arrogant.
Well I'm not trying to start a fight here, but I have heard just as much arrogance from Phish fans as Metallica fans.
Look at all the people who bitched and whined over the past few years and are now all gung-ho because of this rumour. I've been told by tons of Phish fans that I just "don't get it". Yeah, I get it, but it just doesn't do anything for me. A lot of them tend to act like Phish is the only band that matters.
I go to a festival because I like music, not because of one single band. I like the thought of being able to spend four straight days doing nothing but watching live shows and seeing every type of music under the sky. If Phish is all that matters to you, go to a Phish show and leave the festivals to those of us who truly appreciate MUSIC, not one specific band. And that part goes for fans of any band, not just Phish
Coming from a die hard phish head I agree with you 100%. While I may have purchased tickets because they're rumored to be headlining. It's mainly and mostly a very good excuse for me to buy tickets. I will say I'm not going to miss Phish play the farm and I will be more than excited if they do. It's a chance of a lifetime for me, and being a Roo veteran something I know myself as well as everyon there WILL enjoy. Wether they like Phish or not. If you absolutely hate Phish then it'll free up Centeroo or the lot for you to get your pregame on for the late night scene (and also free up a little space for my front row spot). I disagree with anyone who thinks that Phish playing is making Roo go back to it's old school roots. Bonnaroo knows that it would be an absolute honor to host a Phish concert. And even if you don't agree Phish IS one of the greatest rock bands that has ever existed. I don't care who you are, as much as Phish may "suck", they are and always will be a very well known band loved by millions around the world. But to think Phish playing Bonnaroo changes anything is ridiculous and not true. There will be literally hundreds of other acts to enjoy. And yeah it may suck for all of you anti-Phish people that they're headlining 2 nights, but worse has happened (refer to 2005's headliners). And once again, Phish is not the only reason why I decided to go this year even though I skipped out last year. Bonnaroo will always be one of the greatest experiences no matter who plays. The only reason I missed last year was because of money. This year should be a good time. See ya'll on the farm
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