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Allman wasn't billed in 2008. Both times they played they were billed 4th
They were on the initial lineup, but then had to cancel for health reasons. They were going to be a preheadlining act, before Metallica, I think. Wherever Jack Johnson ended up playing. But they were 8th on the initial lineup.
...but the soundtracks have a pretty stellar collection of bands on them - original material, too.
I agree. I saw the first Twilight movie in the theater and after laughing loudly during the course of the entire movie, I was perplexed to hear Radiohead during the closing credits. It didn't fit at all... though it was the best part of the movie.
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
I can't believe people are doubting Muse as a headliner act. You guys need to look around once in awhile, it's not even a question.
I'm not doubting them as a headliner, I'm doubting them as a Saturday headliner. They could do Friday no problem. I think we either Muse, Foo Fighters or The Killers on Friday, but it doesn't seem like 2 out of that set is reasonable. I guess Coldplay could be thrown into that group, too. I'd be cool with RHCP Saturday and one of those on Friday. Not ideal, but pretty good.
Post by NotMitchelBade on Jun 27, 2011 16:14:19 GMT -5
I could be wrong, but I think she's just as big as Willie. In parts of East Tennessee, she's bigger- and I don't just mean in the ta-tas! Sorry for that. Anyway, in East Tennessee, where she's from, she's a whole cultural force. Dollywood is as big as her music. She turned Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge/Sevierville from quiet mountain villages into booming tourist towns, and has kept them that way for decades. She has a lot of respect around here. While I realize that Roo isn't in East TN, AC is. Honestly, I could see a Dolly said headlining. That may be a bit over the top, but there's no way she wouldn't close Which or What at least. I'd say 10 on the lineup is the very, very lowest for her.
Post by RadioSpirit on Jun 27, 2011 18:21:02 GMT -5
First of all, I want to state that I had no clue Allmans were so low in '08. I've known about how they had to cancel and we got Widespread instead, but I always assumed that meant they were the original Sunday headliner. And even though it seemed weird, I always thought about them as a headliner-caliber act when making mock-lineups and whatnot. I always justified it to myself as "Well, if Furthur could headline, I guess Allman Brothers can." So, I guess Jack Johnsonw as the original Sunday headliner?
Also, Foo Fighters, RHCP, Muse, Coldplay, and The Killers are all headliners. The people arguing against it are the same ones that said Arcade Fire and Kings of Leon couldn't headline. The 7 bands I just named are probably the biggest modern rock bands that enjoy some kind of critical integrity, in addition to Green Day. (I realize bands like Pearl Jam and Radiohead come from the same time period as Green Day and RHCP, but I feel like both of those have ceased to be "modern rock" while the other two haven't.) There are other modern rock bands just as big (Nickelback comes to mind) but they'd never be chosen to headline. If we're getting a modern rock headliner, it will be one of those, unless there's one band that I'm somehow forgetting.
The only arguable case is The Killers, because they have dropped off a bit, but I'd say that's because of their lack of a recent album. If they played Bonnaroo, it would be in support of an album, which would presumably mean they were back on top. Personally, I'm not so sure I'd want The Killers to headline. I enjoyed Hot Fuss, but things have gotten worse and worse since then. Same could be said of RHCP, but between the two, I'd take RHCP. They're old stuff was better than The Killers' old stuff, and their new stuff isn't quite as bad. I'd rather hear Dani California on the farm that Human. I wouldn't complain about either band though, I would probably enjoy both shows.
Post by RadioSpirit on Jun 27, 2011 18:54:00 GMT -5
In October 2010, Dirnt was interviewed by Radio W, mentioning that they have completed the writing process of the ninth studio album and stating that, "We are always working on songs, when it's time and when the music is right we will put it out. I like to think that we have enough material right now to put out a great record, but we want to go back home and make sure that it's perfect for everybody before we put it out."
Post by The Wookie Monster on Jun 27, 2011 20:46:02 GMT -5
Well, it's not like they've been all that great in the past few years Frusciante anyway. Maybe a change was needed. After all, Flea apparently took classes to learn musical theory, so they'll be a lot more knowledgeable about what they're playing, rather hit or miss jams as what they said.
This is the first message board I've ever been on, the only reason I joined is because I love Bonnaroo and wanted to read and talk about it all year long.
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
Post by RadioSpirit on Jun 28, 2011 10:34:28 GMT -5
I already see where this is going. Everybody convinces themselves that The Killers can't headline, and then freaks out when they headline Friday Night as part of their tour supporting their new album.
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
I think The Killers could play a pre-headlining spot like MMJ.
If KoL and AF can headline, Killers can headline.
Disagree, but I'm tired of talking about this so I'll agree to dissagree with EVERYONE who thinks the Killers can headline.
Mind you if the Stones play saturday there may not be enough money to book a true Friday headliner.
In all seriousness, who else thinks The Stones will be on the farm in 2012? Last chance for this to happen, ever. Unless they really are undead and continue to tour until 2212.