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I really don't understand any of the love fer The Strokes. Different Strokes fer different folks, I suppose!
Haha, get it?
I guess maybe what I really wish is that I could go back in time and see the Strokes in like 2001 at some hole in the wall in Brooklyn but that's just not possible
I guess maybe what I really wish is that I could go back in time and see the Strokes in like 2001 at some hole in the wall in Brooklyn but that's just not possible
I thought the same thing at Lollapalooza. I thought their set was awesome and loved every minute of it. They brought some great energy, but I couldn't help but think that I would enjoy them that much more at a smaller venue. Still, I would love if they came to Bonnaroo. Would definitely see them again if there were no big conflicts.
Post by A$AP Rosko on Nov 11, 2010 16:58:01 GMT -5
I don't know, I think they'd be perfect in Phoenix's slot, closing Which on Sunday. I think they're as big of a draw as Phoenix, and that's the perfect comedown show on Sunday night, just as Phoenix was.
Post by Mista Don't Play on Nov 11, 2010 17:04:05 GMT -5
The Strokes may have lost some of their luster form a few years ago, but I think they are still a bigger draw than Phoenix. They aren't headlining material though, their draw isn't big enough and I don't think they could play long enough to warrant a headlining set. I think they would work best as a pre headliner on What, but I could see them closing Which one day as well.
Post by rockinlamb on Nov 11, 2010 17:21:00 GMT -5
Plus, take into consideration their headlining performance at ACL last month. They were given 1.5 hour slot against Phish, Friday night. They showed up 15+ minutes late and only played for 50-55 minutes. They couldnt handle a headlining spot at Roo.
imo, Bonnaroo goes with a more of a mellower sound than the Strokes could provide for the Sunday Which closer. Phoenix last year, Band of Horses in 09, Death Cab for Cutie in 08. A nice, smoother sound to close out the Which stage for the weekend.
Post by funkedup77 on Nov 11, 2010 17:21:16 GMT -5
How about Da' Funk? I'd love to see a George Clinton tent late night. Maybe Galactic again? And if the New Mastersounds aren't on the farm this year I'll be very disappointed...
Plus, take into consideration their headlining performance at ACL last month. They were given 1.5 hour slot against Phish, Friday night. They showed up 15+ minutes late and only played for 50-55 minutes. They couldnt handle a headlining spot at Roo.
imo, Bonnaroo goes with a more of a mellower sound than the Strokes could provide for the Sunday Which closer. Phoenix last year, Band of Horses in 09, Death Cab for Cutie in 08. A nice, smoother sound to close out the Which stage for the weekend.
I wouldn't call Phoenix mellow. Plus the White Stripes closed down the Which stage in 2007.
Post by rockinlamb on Nov 11, 2010 17:36:09 GMT -5
I did see that The White Stripes were the closer in 07, but they are kind of the odd ball in the mix as Bonnie Rait and Modest Mouse are the other past Sunday Which closers.
I wouldnt say Phoenix is mellow either, but mellower than The Strokes yes. Phoenix is super high energy, but its not wall-of-sound post grunge like The Strokes can get.
I feel like The Strokes fit into that conversation of #4-#6 on the lineup with bands like MMJ and Arcade Fire. Which closer is actually a decent spot for them, and I think they would be great. Their set would be similar to KOL, in that it would not be "big" in terms of production, but would probably be awesome to see.
There's definitely no established style for the Sunday Which closer, just general popularity of the band playing the slot. And mellow doesn't describe Phoenix. I danced as hard at their set in 09 and 10 as I did for anything, but I was probably an outlier because I was raging much harder than most people because I love me some Phoenix. Is Sufjan suitable for that spot? I never listened much to him until recently but I am loving his stuff
Post by The Wookie Monster on Nov 11, 2010 21:42:01 GMT -5
I feel that there are three categories of how define headliners: A, B, C
"A" headliners are ones that command the big bucks:
U2 Radiohead Rolling Stones Paul McCartney Prince Neil Young & Friends Pearl Jam Phish Jay-Z, etc.
"B" headliners are ones that tour constantly or do not have enough interest:
Red Hot Chili Peppers Widespread Panic Dave Matthews Band Furthur Daft Punk Guns N Roses Gorillaz, etc.
"C" headliners are bands that are on the rise or draw a decent crowd but not great:
Kings Of Leon My Morning Jacket Arcade Fire, etc.
My point since last year seems to be an aberration (at least I hope), I expect Bonnaroo (with all the resources this upcoming year) to try to get 1-2 A headliners, 2 B headliners, and 2-3 C headliners. That should give them 5-6 headliners which is very plausible. Put that in with a solid undercard and my friends, it's a great Bonnaroo.
There's definitely no established style for the Sunday Which closer, just general popularity of the band playing the slot. And mellow doesn't describe Phoenix. I danced as hard at their set in 09 and 10 as I did for anything, but I was probably an outlier because I was raging much harder than most people because I love me some Phoenix. Is Sufjan suitable for that spot? I never listened much to him until recently but I am loving his stuff
Sufjan would be amazing as the Sunday Which closer. I really feel like people would have their minds blown. Needs to happen.
Radiohead - R.E.M. - Gorillaz - Further My Morning Jacket - Arcade Fire - The Roots with John Legend Primus - MGMT - Drake - String Cheese Indicent - Vampire Weekend
I like this a lot, but like I said, I feel like Panic will be there. They would prob have Furthers spot, but I would like them to just add Panic in this list, not remove anyone.