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So, it seems we have a rumor that U2 might be playing in Nashville on July 2. I've been reading through the comments on this post, and I agree that Vandy stadium is a bit small (Someone commented that it's a stadium only tour), that LP Field would make more sense since it has a high capacity.
BUT, if U2 were to pay at Roo at mere 3 weeks before this July 2 stop, the Vandy stadium idea doesn't sound as crazy. Smaller capacity (about 40,000) because Nashville is a small market, especially if they are playing an hour away three weeks prior.
aside from the capacity could they fit their ridiculously huge stage in there?
So, it seems we have a rumor that U2 might be playing in Nashville on July 2. I've been reading through the comments on this post, and I agree that Vandy stadium is a bit small (Someone commented that it's a stadium only tour), that LP Field would make more sense since it has a high capacity.
BUT, if U2 were to pay at Roo at mere 3 weeks before this July 2 stop, the Vandy stadium idea doesn't sound as crazy. Smaller capacity (about 40,000) because Nashville is a small market, especially if they are playing an hour away three weeks prior.
I would think that rumor is a bad sign for U2 playing Roo.
Post by tommyboy7328 on Oct 15, 2010 11:12:00 GMT -5
No that's a bit harsh people. I'm sure that there is plenty of music that plays the Roo that is not to everyone's liken that is why there is so much of it. I happen to be a lover of all things music and am very bipolar so the changes in music suit me very well :-P
aside from the capacity could they fit their ridiculously huge stage in there?
It's been a while since I've been to Vandy stadium, but I don't see why they shouldn't be able to. Shouldn't all college football stadiums have the same amount of surface area for logistics or something? (I'm a girl, I don't know about these things)
I would think that rumor is a bad sign for U2 playing Roo.
You'd think so... and I thought so too, at first. But it's likely that the rumor people have been hearing revolve around U2 making their way to Bonnaroo instead of Vandy stadium. I feel like it's more a confirmation that U2 is going to be in Tennessee next summer. And if I were U2, the logical place for me to be in Tennessee next summer would be Bonnaroo.
And, once again, no one give me that crap about headliners not being about to play within a certain date/distance of Bonnaroo.
Post by A$AP Rosko on Oct 15, 2010 13:00:23 GMT -5
I wouldn't mind U2 being at Roo, but as others have said, I'd be worried that'd hurt Radiohead's chances of being at Roo, and I'd rather have Radiohead. Regardless, I'm not sure what was posted says much either way about U2's chances of playing at Roo.
If getting Prince would mean a less top heavy fest, I'd be okay. U2... Ithink maybe they could be on the same bill asRadiohead in '11, but I'd also doubt it.
Ah ok. I guess I'm thinking (hoping) that Capps and A/C are going to think outside of the box for the 10 year anniversary. I know we feel like they have a certain formula when it comes to headliners/nights.... but they may decide to branch out. I have a sneaking suspicion this year will be a top heavy lineup.
-When I Hear My Name -Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground -Blue Orchid -Passive Manipulation -Red Rain -Death Letter -My Doorbell -Hotel Yorba -Same Boy You've Always Known -Lovesick -Little Ghost -We're Going to Be Friends -The Hardest Button to Button -Black Math -The Nurse -I Just Don't Know What to Do With Myself
Encore: -Ball and Biscuit -Seven Nation Army -Screwdriver
There are top heavy lineups, and then there's U2 AND Radiohead. It would be a huge deal.
Exactly. It's Glastonbury-like.
I know I'm not exactly the most vocal supporter of Bonnaroo but I'm certainly not a cynic either. I believe they have what it takes to pull this off (when I say that, I mean they can get the bands there logistically may be another issue).
That's cool and all...but I was hoping he'd be mixing some of the older stuff in more. I'm going to see him in 3 or so weeks in Asheville. I think the new album is pretty solid, but it's a little ridiculous even by Sufjan's over-the-top standards. I'm just not sure the electronic thing fits him as well as the neo-American folk troubador thing did. I appreciate both, but I think he's best served to put more of the focus of his music on his lyrics since he is such a great songwriter. Even Illinoise was almost too much for me. I like Seven Swans and Michigan a lot, where the songs aren't as extravagantly dressed up. Regardless, I'm still excited to see him and, hey, maybe the new songs will blow me away live as well.
I saw him last year so I got a few "Seven Swans" tracks as well as more Illinoise material, so I was set on it I guess. I liked the new album, but didn't love it until Wednesday night. I was blown away.
Post by A$AP Rosko on Oct 16, 2010 10:02:41 GMT -5
It'd be so top heavy (and so expensive) that there would literally be no undercard. Bonnaroo would consist of just those 8 artists. In other words, it ain't happening. Also, there is not a single hip-hop or electronic artist in the top 8. I don't think that will ever again happen in a Bonnaroo lineup (which is smart, IMO). Gotta have a big hip-hop or a big electronic draw.
Post by ChrisIronsArt on Oct 16, 2010 10:50:17 GMT -5
This is my top heavy line-up... Radiohead [If this doesnt happen, then REM] Prince Neil Young Daft Punk Widespread Panic My Morning Jacket Trey Anastasio Band Arcade Fire
I was at the tinychat too. Alex pretty much squashed my hopes of Prince. Plus his price tag makes him quacking unlikely. But I'll still probably hold out just a little bit of hope until the lineup is announced.
Daft Punk Midnight Thursday Night Neil Young (6pm-8:30pm) --> Pearl Jam (9:30pm-Midnight) --> Arcade Fire (1am - 3:30am) Robert Plant (6pm - 8pm) --> Simon and Garfunkel (9pm-11pm) --> Radiohead (Midnight - 3am) Warren Haynes + Gregg Allman (5:30 - 8pm) --> MMJ (9pm-Midnight)
Post by theshining on Oct 16, 2010 18:25:17 GMT -5
Well I'm glad that we are finally starting to get some rumors flying around.
I am not surprised that MMJ is rumored to be back and I would be very happy with that. I didn't think Daft Punk was going to happen for some reason so I'm not surprised by that rumor either. Despite having seen them all repeatedly, I would gladly take Radiohead, Arcade Fire, and either Phish or Neil as the three headliners.
if ARCADE FIRE is there I'm sure they'll play before a headliner on What Stage or close out an evening set on Which Stage. I have no beef if they headline, I just think it's unlikely seeing that they've never played Bonnaroo before. MY MORNING JACKET seems far more likely to be a younger headlining band.