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REM has done a lot of festivals, but they've had a long career. They seldom do more than one big U.S. fest per year when they tour. So whoever said that "if they do Coachella they won't play Bonnaroo" is probably right.
I'm sorry guys, but I can't be the only person who feels this way.
Everyone in here can name 8 to 10 live acts that would be a better show. He is just past his prime, even though though its sad to say it. Were talking about LIVE music. Coldplay...Daft Punk...Clapton...Muse....Foo Fighters....Rage Against The Machine...R.E.M....Smashing Pumpkins (anyone who has seen the new lineup can attest to this)...U2....Stone Temple Pilots (most nights)...even the Rolling Stones would be better than Paul and we know theyve been on a slide. Are any bands as influential as Paul.... No way. But they all put on a better show right now. Does anyone else want bands in thier prime for headliners instead of shooting a huge wad on Paul?
If were going with a "classic" artist how about Peter Gabriel.....Depeche Mode..George Clinton and P-Funk?
If were going with a "classic" artist how about Peter Gabriel.....Depeche Mode..George Clinton and P-Funk?
None of those are headline level acts, at least for Bonnaroo
Without doing any research, I can say Clapton is just as old as Paul, so your argument is voided there. Also its way out of line to say RATM, STP and Smashing Pumpkins are still in their prime.
for me its not about being in "his prime" its about singing classic songs along with 80,000 other people and paul mccartney. it's about hearing his stories and just being in his presence. how many people here actually go for the headliners anyway. I saw one headliner last year.
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REM has done a lot of festivals, but they've had a long career. They seldom do more than one big U.S. fest per year when they tour. So whoever said that "if they do Coachella they won't play Bonnaroo" is probably right.
I'm sorry guys, but I can't be the only person who feels this way.
Everyone in here can name 8 to 10 live acts that would be a better show. He is just past his prime, even though though its sad to say it. Were talking about LIVE music. Coldplay...Daft Punk...Clapton...Muse....Foo Fighters....Rage Against The Machine...R.E.M....Smashing Pumpkins (anyone who has seen the new lineup can attest to this)...U2....Stone Temple Pilots (most nights)...even the Rolling Stones would be better than Paul and we know theyve been on a slide. Are any bands as influential as Paul.... No way. But they all put on a better show right now. Does anyone else want bands in thier prime for headliners instead of shooting a huge wad on Paul?
If were going with a "classic" artist how about Peter Gabriel.....Depeche Mode..George Clinton and P-Funk?
I don't know where you get your info from, but Sir Paul is well-known as being one of the few old "dinosaur" acts that still brings it live. I've heard nothing but rave reviews for his shows.
Honestly, I wouldn't take any of the bands you named over McCartney, except maybe Daft Punk. I mean, Smashing Pumpkins?? Stone Temple Pilots??
Like was said, Clapton is as old as Paul, and The Rolling Stones are more known for being rusty than Paul is!
I'm sorry guys, but I can't be the only person who feels this way.
Everyone in here can name 8 to 10 live acts that would be a better show. He is just past his prime, even though though its sad to say it. Were talking about LIVE music. Coldplay...Daft Punk...Clapton...Muse....Foo Fighters....Rage Against The Machine...R.E.M....Smashing Pumpkins (anyone who has seen the new lineup can attest to this)...U2....Stone Temple Pilots (most nights)...even the Rolling Stones would be better than Paul and we know theyve been on a slide. Are any bands as influential as Paul.... No way. But they all put on a better show right now. Does anyone else want bands in thier prime for headliners instead of shooting a huge wad on Paul?
If were going with a "classic" artist how about Peter Gabriel.....Depeche Mode..George Clinton and P-Funk?
wow
out of that list id only even CONSIDER daft punk solely because ive already seen macca. im sorry but the dude fucking brings it, and its a SHOW. the fact that you said some of those put on a better show than sir paul is just laughable. the smashing pumpkins? STP? lol come on man
I don't remember where I read it but I believe that R.E.M. isn't doing any proper touring behind this new record. I believe they're only doing very minimal promo performances for the album.
Also, don't read so much into this The Third Twin business. Daft Punk's management has already stated they'll be doing a world tour in late summer. Also, remember their first U.S. show was at the original Coachella, also, they debuted the "Alive" aka Pyramid stage show at Coachella. if theyre gonna be doing any major U.S. festival with a new stage show it'll be Coachella.
I'm sorry guys, but I can't be the only person who feels this way.
Everyone in here can name 8 to 10 live acts that would be a better show. He is just past his prime, even though though its sad to say it. Were talking about LIVE music. Coldplay...Daft Punk...Clapton...Muse....Foo Fighters....Rage Against The Machine...R.E.M....Smashing Pumpkins (anyone who has seen the new lineup can attest to this)...U2....Stone Temple Pilots (most nights)...even the Rolling Stones would be better than Paul and we know theyve been on a slide. Are any bands as influential as Paul.... No way. But they all put on a better show right now. Does anyone else want bands in thier prime for headliners instead of shooting a huge wad on Paul?
If were going with a "classic" artist how about Peter Gabriel.....Depeche Mode..George Clinton and P-Funk?
This is the most laughable post I have ever read on these boards. You've managed to name maybe one act that is even on par with the possibility of seeing Paul quacking McCartney play Bonnaroo. The dude still quacking kills live. And, in addition to that, he is Paul. quacking. McCartney. Every name you mention is utterly laughable in comparison (except Stones, U2, and Daft Punk, and one of those I don't even like - and, mind you, none of these are necessarily on Mac's level but these three are the only ones he couldn't laugh off stage). And this isn't me comparing to Paul McCartney in 19-fucking-70. This is based on everything I've heard about old Mac going around now and melting faces solely by the fact that he is a rare man among music's quacking god-tier.
I'm sorry guys, but I can't be the only person who feels this way.
Everyone in here can name 8 to 10 live acts that would be a better show. He is just past his prime, even though though its sad to say it. Were talking about LIVE music. Coldplay...Daft Punk...Clapton...Muse....Foo Fighters....Rage Against The Machine...R.E.M....Smashing Pumpkins (anyone who has seen the new lineup can attest to this)...U2....Stone Temple Pilots (most nights)...even the Rolling Stones would be better than Paul and we know theyve been on a slide. Are any bands as influential as Paul.... No way. But they all put on a better show right now. Does anyone else want bands in thier prime for headliners instead of shooting a huge wad on Paul?
If were going with a "classic" artist how about Peter Gabriel.....Depeche Mode..George Clinton and P-Funk?
Gotta go with everyone else on this...only one I would take over Paul is Daft Punk. I mean the Smashing Pumpkins are awful from videos Ive watched and never got into the Foo Fighters, STP, or Rage either so I wouldnt be for any of those
I went and saw Paul McCartney in Nashville last year, and I was blown away. I have never been a big Beatles fan, but he is amazing live. Paul played for over three hours and was in great voice the whole time. He still has fun with the audience and tells great stories. The thought of being at the farm with 80,000 in a sing-a-long to Hey Jude would be amazing.