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They got Adele, Paul Simon, Linkin Park, Neon Trees, Arctic Monkeys, Bruno Mars, My Chem. Romance, Foo Fighters, Jimmy Eat World, Duran Duran, Coldplay, and Moby.
I think some of these artists would be great for Roo 2012.
I would love to see Elton John - Paul Simon - Tom Petty - Van Morrison - Billy Joel - Rod Stewart (Faces) as any of the classic acts. I could see the Peppers in a HL spot (new album coming out soon) and other than that I am happy to sit and wait patiently for the 2012 acts......I really, really, really hope that Gaga is not offered a spot on the farm.....I will NOT go to Roo if thats the case......
I really, really, really hope that Gaga is not offered a spot on the farm.....I will NOT go to Roo if thats the case......
So one act out of 90+ makes it or breaks it for you?
No...thats not what I am saying. I just feel that the festival would be heading in a direction musically that doesnt represent what "Bonnaroo" means to me. It is a personal decision and I know there are many other festivals that would be more appealing to my taste of music. I highly doubt that Gaga will ever be on the farm because I feel that a large part of their supporters feel the same way I do. Many already felt that way by having Eminem HL this year.
So one act out of 90+ makes it or breaks it for you?
No...thats not what I am saying. I just feel that the festival would be heading in a direction musically that doesnt represent what "Bonnaroo" means to me. It is a personal decision and I know there are many other festivals that would be more appealing to my taste of music. I highly doubt that Gaga will ever be on the farm because I feel that a large part of their supporters feel the same way I do. Many already felt that way by having Eminem HL this year.
But what if Gaga is there and 90% of the lineup still appeals to your musical taste? You're assuming that one act changes a lot when that's simply not the case.
No...thats not what I am saying. I just feel that the festival would be heading in a direction musically that doesnt represent what "Bonnaroo" means to me. It is a personal decision and I know there are many other festivals that would be more appealing to my taste of music. I highly doubt that Gaga will ever be on the farm because I feel that a large part of their supporters feel the same way I do. Many already felt that way by having Eminem HL this year.
But what if Gaga is there and 90% of the lineup still appeals to your musical taste? You're assuming that one act changes a lot when that's simply not the case.
K....Im not looking for an argument and Im also not telling you to go or nto to go. I am simply saying that if Roo adds acts like Gaga (especially as a HL) I will not attend. I personally dont feel artists like Gaga fit into the Bonnaroo idea. I will go to the Teen Choice Awards if I want to see Gaga.
But what if Gaga is there and 90% of the lineup still appeals to your musical taste? You're assuming that one act changes a lot when that's simply not the case.
K....Im not looking for an argument and Im also not telling you to go or nto to go. I am simply saying that if Roo adds acts like Gaga (especially as a HL) I will not attend. I personally dont feel artists like Gaga fit into the Bonnaroo idea. I will go to the Teen Choice Awards if I want to see Gaga.
What's funny is Gaga is an actual musical talent. She's an artist. The acts your probably lumping her together with in your head are talentless music industry concoctions of synthesized vocals and party beats.
If someone like Katy Perry was added, I'd share your sentiment. But Gaga is an incredible pianist and she does make good songs, so I guess she wouldn't be my cutoff.
But what if Gaga is there and 90% of the lineup still appeals to your musical taste? You're assuming that one act changes a lot when that's simply not the case.
K....Im not looking for an argument and Im also not telling you to go or nto to go. I am simply saying that if Roo adds acts like Gaga (especially as a HL) I will not attend. I personally dont feel artists like Gaga fit into the Bonnaroo idea. I will go to the Teen Choice Awards if I want to see Gaga.
Not looking for an argument either....was just asking a question.
I can't stand Lady Gaga...just really dislike her whole "persona" and most of her songs that I've heard. But if the rest of the lineup was to my liking then I'd have no problem with her playing at Bonnaroo. I'd likely skip her show or most definitely leave early (to get a good spot) but it really wouldn't affect how I view the festival as a whole (which has continued to deliver amazing acts from top to bottom on the lineup.
K....Im not looking for an argument and Im also not telling you to go or nto to go. I am simply saying that if Roo adds acts like Gaga (especially as a HL) I will not attend. I personally dont feel artists like Gaga fit into the Bonnaroo idea. I will go to the Teen Choice Awards if I want to see Gaga.
Not looking for an argument either....was just asking a question.
I can't stand Lady Gaga...just really dislike her whole "persona" and most of her songs that I've heard. But if the rest of the lineup was to my liking then I'd have no problem with her playing at Bonnaroo. I'd likely skip her show or most definitely leave early (to get a good spot) but it really wouldn't affect how I view the festival as a whole (which has continued to deliver amazing acts from top to bottom on the lineup.
K....Im not looking for an argument and Im also not telling you to go or nto to go. I am simply saying that if Roo adds acts like Gaga (especially as a HL) I will not attend. I personally dont feel artists like Gaga fit into the Bonnaroo idea. I will go to the Teen Choice Awards if I want to see Gaga.
What's funny is Gaga is an actual musical talent. She's an artist. The acts your probably lumping her together with in your head are talentless music industry concoctions of synthesized vocals and party beats.
If someone like Katy Perry was added, I'd share your sentiment. But Gaga is an incredible pianist and she does make good songs, so I guess she wouldn't be my cutoff.
I don't like Lady Gaga. To me, her music sounds just like Katy Perry's/whomever else. If she were there in the same capacity that some other band I don't like was there (Neon Trees, etc.), I wouldn't really care. I've even been and not seen a single headliner (08 and 09), but the type of people that Lady Gaga would bring would be awful. Hear me out, because I know that argument has been made for big rappers, like Eminem/Lil Wayne, and that hasn't panned out. But Lady Gaga fans are just the worst. I know tons of people who are on the fence about going every year, and always end up b!tching out (I only grew up and live a few hours away, so I know tons of people who go and tons who almost go every year), and if all of my friends, and even acquaintances, who were Lady Gaga fans went, it would really really REALLY suck. On the other hand, if all of my friends/acquaintances who are Em/Weezy fans went (as they did), it would still be a really fun time. I'm not saying that people who like Gaga don't like good music or anything, I'm saying that they are just the absolute worst type of fangirls. It's a thin line between Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza, and while Green Day would cross that line, Lady Gaga would be literally on the line, to me. She's not across it, but once you're standing on that line, even a small breeze of bad decision making can blow you the wrong direction.
^there are A LOT of gaga fans on this board, an many members who have been to her concerts. Be careful when talking about the "type of people" she would bring to the farm...
^there are A LOT of gaga fans on this board, an many members who have been to her concerts. Be careful when talking about the "type of people" she would bring to the farm...
I was trying to be very careful to say that many of my friends who do go to Bonnaroo also go to her shows (every girl except 1 that I camped with this year including my gf, plus the one gay guy who camped with us) are great people to have at Bonnaroo. I didn't mean it to offend those of you on this board who do like her music/shows. To each, his/her own. But I also have many friends who are on the fence about going every year who would all go to see her (and just her), and would really help ruin Bonnaroo for me, even within my own campsite. It's also how I feel about the Rolling Stones coming to Bonnaroo, despite the fact that I love them. So please please understand that I'm not hating on ALL Gaga fans, just on the ones who would show up solely for her show- I mean it only costs like twice what her normal shows cost anyway. Please don't misunderstand what I mean about her fans and music.
If Gaga was a headliner the other 2 would have to be pretty stout. I don't mind skipping one headliner in a weekend but when I pay what we pay for tickets I have to at least want to see 2 of the headliners. I would definitely rest up for LN if Gaga headlined though.
^there are A LOT of gaga fans on this board, an many members who have been to her concerts. Be careful when talking about the "type of people" she would bring to the farm...
And wow, you're like a walking, talking infomercial to turn people away from Pearl Jam and Ohio State, aren't you? Before you started posting here I quite liked Pearl Jam and was indifferent towards OSU, now I find myself wishing that Eddie Vedder falls down a mine shaft or that Columbus is infested with locusts
^there are A LOT of gaga fans on this board, an many members who have been to her concerts. Be careful when talking about the "type of people" she would bring to the farm...
Define A LOT
I personally know several people from this board who enjoy Lady Gaga. YES, I am included in that.
I suggest you fellas jump down off your high horses and go play with your record players.
Post by suspendedzen on Jun 22, 2011 13:29:11 GMT -5
Racist overtones? Are you sure it's not just people upset about their time being wasted in 2008, his creating the St Anger of rap with such awfulness as Flashing LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS, and the overwhelming push from such popular media lightweights as Rolling Stone magazine ("He's a lot like Jesus!")?
That's cool if you like what Rolling Stone tells you to like. Saying that dissent against it is "racist" is among the dumbest things I have ever read on the internet.
Racist overtones? Are you sure it's not just people upset about their time being wasted in 2008, his creating the St Anger of rap with such awfulness as Flashing LIGHTS LIGHTS LIGHTS, and the overwhelming push from such popular media lightweights as Rolling Stone magazine ("He's a lot like Jesus!")?
That's cool if you like what Rolling Stone tells you to like. Saying that dissent against it is "racist" is among the dumbest things I have ever read on the internet.
Man I like Kanye because I love his music, not because a magazine also happens to love his music. The two don't go hand in hand.
Juggs...I think what you are saying is accurate, but thats not the argument here. The original comment was based on the fact that most Roo goers feel it would really change the dynamic of the festival. Nobody is saying she doesnt have musical talent or lack of a stage presence. You can argure your point until you turn blue in the face but it is not going to change the way people feel about the festival and the type of talent that belongs there. Would you feel the same way if Carrie Underwood, Kelly Clarkson and Scotty McCreery were all taking up HL slots at Roo? Or would you say to yourself that "they have talent and there are 90+ other bands I can still see? Im MY opinion I FEEL that she would take away from what Bonnaroo is about.....to each their own though. Can we now put this argument to rest and talk about the possibility of Elton, Paul Simon or Van the Man playing the Mainstage next year?
And wow, you're like a walking, talking infomercial to turn people away from Pearl Jam and Ohio State, aren't you? Before you started posting here I quite liked Pearl Jam and was indifferent towards OSU, now I find myself wishing that Eddie Vedder falls down a mine shaft or that Columbus is infested with locusts
And wow, you're like a walking, talking infomercial to turn people away from Pearl Jam and Ohio State, aren't you? Before you started posting here I quite liked Pearl Jam and was indifferent towards OSU, now I find myself wishing that Eddie Vedder falls down a mine shaft or that Columbus is infested with locusts