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How reliable is the insider? Last year black star was playing...
She didn't say anything about Black Star last year, we got that from a tweet that Talib Kweli sent out. She has been 100% accurate about headliners since 09
How reliable is the insider? Last year black star was playing...
She didn't say anything about Black Star last year, we got that from a tweet that Talib Kweli sent out. She has been 100% accurate about headliners since 09
How reliable is the insider? Last year black star was playing...
She didn't say anything about Black Star last year, we got that from a tweet that Talib Kweli sent out. She has been 100% accurate about headliners since 09
If I remember right last year she outright said Lil Wayne wasn't playing, then lineup day rolled around and he was. So she hasn't exactly been 100% accurate. But 90% accurate still aint bad.
I'm bored so I looked it up. She did in fact say Lil Wayne was not going to play last year. So yeah, I wouldn't hold onto every word she says as gospel. But her accuracy is impeccable none the less.
I think its worthwhile to point out that (very) early signs were pointing to Radiohead, Prince, Lil Wayne and Furthur all performing this year - and none of them panned out....
Post by itrainmonkeys on Jan 13, 2012 17:08:49 GMT -5
Gambit - Insider generally tells us the headliners/top of the card acts. I think that what she is saying in that post is that those four were the early hopes for being the headlining acts (also take note that she is generally responding to the person in that thread who earlier asks "Lil Wayne as Rap headliner?").
While she does use the word "performing" in her sentence I still believe that she comes here to tell us the top acts (headliners/prime time spots/whatever you want to call it). I think she was just letting us know what the original/hopeful plans for the top 4 were and that didn't pan out so then they went another direction.
It's also always possible that Lil Wayne didn't work out right away but then agreed at a later date.
I mean she said Lil Wayne wasn't performing, then he did in fact wind up doing so. So she posted false information at one point. Considering shes been right the other 90% of the time I'm not calling into question her credibility. I'm merely pointing out that she isn't always accurate.
I mean she said Lil Wayne wasn't performing, then he did in fact wind up doing so. So she posted false information at one point. Considering shes been right the other 90% of the time I'm not calling into question her credibility. I'm merely pointing out that she isn't always accurate.
Yea but you get stuck on semantics. That's why I pointed out that even though she said "performing" I still take it as those were the potential 4 top names and then that didn't happen (and they got a bigger rapper for the top name in Eminem).
Look at it this way - Insider always tells us about the headliners/top acts. So that is usually what her posts will be about. I would love it if she could clarify what she meant/what the deal was with that but I honestly believe her message there was "These were the headliners they were trying for initially but now none of these are the headliners. There are other headliners".
Just to be clear, i'm not saying you're wrong. I'm saying what I believe.
Post by spaceghost on Jan 14, 2012 14:56:18 GMT -5
Being that a Sunday jam headliner is inevitable, Phish is the jam band that would get me to stay Sunday night, as long as I could talk my group into it.
I like what I've heard, but what should I start with to really get into them? Should I even bother with studio stuff or jump straight into live stuff, and if so, what album/show?
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.
Being that a Sunday jam headliner is inevitable, Phish is the jam band that would get me to stay Sunday night, as long as I could talk my group into it.
I like what I've heard, but what should I start with to really get into them? Should I even bother with studio stuff or jump straight into live stuff, and if so, what album/show?
The live experience is so different than just listening to the music, that being said Rift is a great album and so is Picture of Nectar, which you can listen to on spotify. The thing is only half or so of their songs are on any album, but getting into live Phish without seeing a show is difficult.
However that being said, it is pretty easy to find a copy of 12/30/97 at Madison Square Garden, and that is pretty listenable. Also there is album on spotify called "A Live One" which is from a festival in 1994, and is also good stuff.
Being that a Sunday jam headliner is inevitable, Phish is the jam band that would get me to stay Sunday night, as long as I could talk my group into it.
I like what I've heard, but what should I start with to really get into them? Should I even bother with studio stuff or jump straight into live stuff, and if so, what album/show?
I recommend A Live One, Slip Stitch and Pass, and the MSG 95 official release. those all should be on spotify. all premium live Phish!
Being that a Sunday jam headliner is inevitable, Phish is the jam band that would get me to stay Sunday night, as long as I could talk my group into it.
I like what I've heard, but what should I start with to really get into them? Should I even bother with studio stuff or jump straight into live stuff, and if so, what album/show?
Post by g a b f r a b on Jan 14, 2012 17:18:12 GMT -5
Has anyone listened to Analyze Phish? It's a podcast where a writer from Parks and Rec tries to get a writer from Mr. Show into Phish. I've listened to all three episodes and it's really enjoyable.
I have zero interest in Phish musically but if they close out the fest I'll be there to watch. It'll be interesting to see why you guys love it so much and I'd never pay to see them otherwise. I read an academic paper on the culture surrounding Phish shows this summer and that aspect of it is what interests me the most. If anyone has any more stuff like that -- talking about the lifestyle of following Phish around from show to show -- I'd be interested. Or you could relate your personal experiences. Jess, it seems like you must have some stories from following them around back in the 90s.
Anyway, glad y'all are getting this even if it does nothing for me.
Post by itrainmonkeys on Jan 14, 2012 18:13:04 GMT -5
I'm a Phish fan but I don't get all deep and mystical with it. I think they are fantastic musicians and put on amazing concerts. They are masters at their instruments and I love the improvisational element. I've had tons of fun at the few Phish shows i've been to.
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.
Post by g a b f r a b on Jan 15, 2012 16:17:04 GMT -5
I tried googling around to find it but no luck. I read it because I was thinking about doing festivals for about seven months in a row by living out of my car and ended up stumbling on that paper. It was a good read. If I ever find it again I'll let you know.