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Post by greatdanger on Jan 19, 2012 22:41:41 GMT -5
If Red Hot is one of the top 3 acts, I'll be pretty disappointed. Sorry to be a hater, derd.
Actually I'm okay with it, but if they're gonna follow that up with the old ass skeleton Beach Boys in the top 4 or 5... Daaaaamn, that actually hurts. I can feel that pain, in my stomach.
Post by FatKeystone on Jan 19, 2012 22:47:45 GMT -5
I don't really give two quacks what the billing order is. As long as there are good bands, I could care less where each of them are billed on the lineup.
Just know that I take every post that I add very seriously. The last thing I want is to create a false excitement. We'll know soon enough if what I heard was right. I'm just as anxious as all of you are. I love this forum.
Post by postreznorjack on Jan 19, 2012 23:00:33 GMT -5
I also would find Radiohead - RHCP - Phish acceptable. Not everyone would agree but I find it a nice range of headliners: the cool band, the rock band, and the jamband.
and as much as I want two sets from Phish I'm starting to feel like it will be Sunday only. kind of a bummer if it turns out that way, since I'll be sacrificing any other Phish tour dates. I can't go to bonnaroo one weekend then a string of southern Phish shows the following weekend. just wouldn't work out with vacation days as well as for school. too many shows on the weekends leaves too little time for homework.
All I remember from last year was the guy who swore that ACDC was out top headliner, and then, I'm not sure if it was the same guy, but Dr. Dre from a hair dresser.
Maybe this is just the year that all of last years rumors come true. Mom on a Train = X-mas Party Security guy confirming Waters = Security guy confirming RHCP
Maybe this is just the year that all of last years rumors come true. Mom on a Train = X-mas Party Security guy confirming Waters = Security guy confirming RHCP
so next year we need to trust the highly paid intern... its all becoming clear now.
RHCP is nothing but a headliner. They had one of the most memorable festival shows of all time, they are known all over the world, their new album actually went back to their roots a little bit and is better then most give credit. I saw them headline at lolla in 92 and they were awful, but the last few times I have seen them they rocked it. Their upcoming show here in the ATL sold out the arena pretty fast as well.
For my personal tastes a top line of Radiohead, RHCP or Foo and Phish is about as good as it gets. Im not saying it couldn't be better, but this would be better then the last few years for sure. Of course the headliner is only the start of the night leading into the insanity of late night.
Just know that I take every post that I add very seriously. The last thing I want is to create a false excitement. We'll know soon enough if what I heard was right. I'm just as anxious as all of you are. I love this forum.
Honestly bro, how exactly do you think a "security guard" who works Bonnaroo, ONLY for that weekend, has ANY idea who the headliners are? Is he also AC Entertainments security at their local office and watch's the front door to the "headliner" chalkboard and saw it?
I'm not calling you a liar, I dont doubt your "roommate" heard from his "bro", but its bullshit, Im calling it now.
Just know that I take every post that I add very seriously. The last thing I want is to create a false excitement. We'll know soon enough if what I heard was right. I'm just as anxious as all of you are. I love this forum.
Honestly bro, how exactly do you think a "security guard" who works Bonnaroo, ONLY for that weekend, has ANY idea who the headliners are? Is he also AC Entertainments security at their local office and watch's the front door to the "headliner" chalkboard and saw it?
I'm not calling you a liar, I dont doubt your "roommate" heard from his "bro", but its bullshit, Im calling it now.
in his defense, this information supposedly goes back to the director of security. so it's not like he's saying his co-worker just heard it from his bro. i'm not saying this gives it any more credibility, but you are watering down what he's saying a bit
Even if it WAS the head of security, why in the HELL would HE know?
"Hey man, I realize you wont be hired by us again for another 6 months, but we just wanted to let you know ahead of time, since you're the head of security and all,here are the 3 headliners, keep it 'secure' man. kthxbye. cya on the farm in June"
Even if it WAS the head of security, why in the HELL would HE know?
"Hey man, I realize you wont be hired by us again for another 6 months, but we just wanted to let you know ahead of time, since you're the head of security and all,here are the 3 headliners, keep it 'secure' man. kthxbye. cya on the farm in June"
Its possible that the director of security has to be in contact with some of the larger bands for logistical security reason before the acts sign any sort of contract, just to make sure everything is fine in that regard.Thus they would have knowledge to bands that are more likely to be headliners.
How about if the director of security is into music like we are and since he has access to some of the higher ups he gets the inside scoop. Im sure the security company running Roo plans all year for this event and has to understand the logistics of who is playing as rx just mentioned. Either way a director of security probably has some pretty major access.
I will say that I understand where Phi is coming from as you cant really trust most people online, but the fact that it was a director of security does not mean this is BS.
Post by tenpertrap on Jan 19, 2012 23:54:57 GMT -5
I feel that bonnaroo needs either Daft Punk, Gorillaz, Ratm, Outkast, Roger Waters, or Macca to really one up Coachella. How ever none of these acts are going to play. (If Im wrong then this will be the best Bonnaroo ever)
Post by violentsocialjam on Jan 19, 2012 23:59:09 GMT -5
How about as an alternative to Radiohead how bout we have Pearl Jam come back and promise to play a cover of Creep? That works for everyone right? Insider, make it happen please. You're welcome everyone.
PJ would be the only band I prefer over Radiohead!!! PJ20 was sick!! Not to mention their set at Roo was beyond amazing. But Soundgarden is playing in Europe so PJ is doubtful.
there's a rap headliner this year? well that's news to me. this has nothing to do with my hatred towards rap music, but people need to realize there's not gonna be a rap headliner (or even a big name rapper) every single year. there's just not enough of them. if they're gonna try and book a rap headliner/big name every single year, you're gonna have the same ones repeating every few years.
Any chance the rap headliner is the Gorillaz? Seems to me like they would have a fairly good draw. I do realize they haven't toured in a while.
I've been pining for Gorillaz for a few 'Roos now. Not sure they'd ever really be slotted as a "rap headliner" in any year, but slotting doesn't matter to me.
And not to dash hopes, but I think it's likelier we would see a Gilmour & Waters acoustic set on the Solar Stage, than get Gorillaz this year.
Post by violentsocialjam on Jan 20, 2012 0:34:54 GMT -5
If we're trying to figure out a rap headliner that would make a splash I think 50 Cent would fit. His new album is supposedly close to release and could tour off it. Another possibility would be The Game, not sure he's headline worthy though. I'm not really a fan of either, just trying to think of possibilities that haven't been mentioned.