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I saw em at roo in 2013 and the lead singer couldn't hit a single note. I was cringing just listening. Not to mention they ended the set 20 minutes early.
Same thing at Firefly in 2013. He didn't hit any notes, complained about having allergies, cut the show short by at least 20 minutes and bounced. I doubt Firefly would have them back after they bailed last minute in 2012 and their "show" in 2013.
While Firefly might feel like they've been burned by Passion Pit in the past and be hesitant to invite them back again, both fiascos were mostly due to bad luck. Michael Angelakos struggles with bipolar disorder, and the tour cancellations in 2012 were related to some pretty severe episodes that were wreaking havoc on on his mental health at the time. During the 2013 fiasco, he supposedly suffered a major allergy attack and lost his voice only a few songs into the set. Otherwise, I've heard mixed reviews of their live performances. They seem to be very hit or miss.
Same thing at Firefly in 2013. He didn't hit any notes, complained about having allergies, cut the show short by at least 20 minutes and bounced. I doubt Firefly would have them back after they bailed last minute in 2012 and their "show" in 2013.
While Firefly might feel like they've been burned by Passion Pit in the past and be hesitant to invite them back again, both fiascos were mostly due to bad luck. Michael Angelakos struggles with bipolar disorder, and the tour cancellations in 2012 were related to some pretty severe episodes that were wreaking havoc on on his mental health at the time. During the 2013 fiasco, he supposedly suffered a major allergy attack and lost his voice only a few songs into the set. Otherwise, I've heard mixed reviews of their live performances. They seem to be very hit or miss.
I saw Passion Pit the first year of Made in America and they were awesome, and then again opening for Phoenix and they were really good then too
I feel like Passion Pit is going to be back this year. They are playing festivals and considering that Firefly is booking return acts they seem to be a logical fit somewhere in the undercard.
I feel like they need to come back just cause the the past two incidents with Firefly. They dropped out last minute in 2012 due to Angelakos having a mental breakdown, and then their terrible performance in 2013 because of sickness. I wasn't upset about because I mean he tried to hit the notes and it was obvious he was sick, but it was insanely disappointing since Ive seen them live around 3 times and every time they put on a heck of a show.
Post by Swedish Chef on Jan 16, 2015 20:29:27 GMT -5
I might be wrong, but I just can't see Firefly bringing Foster the People back so soon. They were 4th on the bill and closed out the festival in 2013. I know they released a new album in 2014, but their 2013 setlist featured several songs from the new album. Not to mention the new album completely flopped.
Firefly seems to be a big advocate for bringing back bands that cancelled the year before (i.e. Imagine Dragons, The Lumineers). Last year Firefly put out an accidental lineup that was up for about ten minutes before they quickly took it down, this lineup and the actual lineup had a few band differences. The word on the street was that these bands were supposed to play at Firefly but dropped out just a little bit before the lineup was released. It included acts like The Temper Trap, Sam Smith, Blood Orange, Rudimental, and Avicci. Might be possible that they'll add some of these acts on to the 2015 lineup to make up for their cancellations? Just an idea, I really have no idea.
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Firefly seems to be a big advocate for bringing back bands that cancelled the year before (i.e. Imagine Dragons, The Lumineers). Last year Firefly put out an accidental lineup that was up for about ten minutes before they quickly took it down, this lineup and the actual lineup had a few band differences. The word on the street was that these bands were supposed to play at Firefly but dropped out just a little bit before the lineup was released. It included acts like The Temper Trap, Sam Smith, Blood Orange, Rudimental, and Avicci. Might be possible that they'll add some of these acts on to the 2015 lineup to make up for their cancellations? Just an idea, I really have no idea.
They did say the booked some bands as early as April of 2014, so those would make some nice additions.
You cannot tell me that this lineup isnt quacking amazing. Other than not having a true third headliner this may have been the perfect storm of lineups. A ton of the undercards were at that very special place where they were about to blow up. Unfortunately(or fortunately depending on how you look at Imagine Dragons), Imagine Dragons and The Lumineers canceled (my theory is that they got too big for being billed that low) and took up top spots this year but I mean seriously,, you cannot look at this lineup and say that its a second tier festival. Kendrick is headlining Roo this year for goodness sake and they were the only festival to get Vampire Weekend on their album drop year.
outside of Vampy Weeks, YYYs, Kendrick, Grizzly Bear, Public Enemy, the Walkmen (single best act on the lineup HANDS DOWN), Dan Deacon, Action Bronson, Haim, Chvrches and JC Brooks, the acts on this lineup either a) suck majorly or are b) shadows of who they once were. You cannot tell me in this universe, or any other for that matter, that Firefly is a Tier 1 fest with all of the radio friendly garbage they book
partnering with Goldenvoice is a step in the right direction but this festival needs to do a ton of work before it can even consider itself in the same league as Coachella, Bonnaroo, ACL, or Lolla. the lineups they've put out the past two years have been downright embarrassing
Sorry but Passion Pit blows
When will people realize this simple fact of life
While I agree that Firefly isn't quite a top tier fest yet and the quality became even worse when they decided to put over 100 acts on the lineup (I thought this diluted last years lineup and was unimpressed compared to previous years), you do realize just because you don't like a band doesn't necessarily mean they suck? Based on your list we have similar taste (though that you left Japandroids off you list is a little embarrassing), but to go around saying "dah dah all these bands are shiity listen to my music dahhhhh" Makes me think you have little idea what it means to be a musician since you obviously can't appreciate what they do, because everyone who plays at these festivals are very talented musicians. Not saying you have to like every band by any means, that'd be crazy. Just have a little respect because music is almost always awesome.
Post by asseenontv12 on Jan 17, 2015 10:28:26 GMT -5
While I agree Firefly has heavier radio friendly leanings, you don't grow a festival to 80,000 in a few years with bands the general public hasn'to heard of. That's how a festival goes out of business. But as the above poster noted, a band like Japandroids is a perfect example that the festival organizers being in touch with bands off many people's radar.
And last year for anyone that really follows alt/indie/folk closely is an incredible lineup: Beck, Arctic Monkeys, Sleigh Bells, Portugal the Man, Iron & Wine, City & Colour, Phantogram, Tune-Yards, Ms Mr, Walk Off the Earth, Bronze Radio Return, Royal Teeth, Kongos, Third Eye Blind, Magic Man, White Denim, Kodaline, Cherub, Bleachers, New Politics, Kaiser Chiefs, Amos Lee, Band of Horses
While I agree Firefly has heavier radio friendly leanings, you don't grow a festival to 80,000 in a few years with bands the general public hasn'to heard of. That's how a festival goes out of business. But as the above poster noted, a band like Japandroids is a perfect example that the festival organizers being in touch with bands off many people's radar.
And last year for anyone that really follows alt/indie/folk closely is an incredible lineup: Beck, Arctic Monkeys, Sleigh Bells, Portugal the Man, Iron & Wine, City & Colour, Phantogram, Tune-Yards, Ms Mr, Walk Off the Earth, Bronze Radio Return, Royal Teeth, Kongos, Third Eye Blind, Magic Man, White Denim, Kodaline, Cherub, Bleachers, New Politics, Kaiser Chiefs, Amos Lee, Band of Horses
Honestly for my taste in music I'm not sure 2014 could be beaten. I know the snobs will roll their eyes but W/E. I could make a whole weekend festival out of the acts I really wanted to see but couldn't. Out of what you just posted I wanted to see... well basically all of them but only got to about a third. The only thing lacking for my taste was the rather weak EDM. I'd be a little disappointed if they roll with White Panda and a lower act like Cash Cash again. Big G and Pretty Lights are always good though.
Post by thepeppers on Jan 17, 2015 11:37:38 GMT -5
@gambit88, been about 24 hours since we have heard from you over in this thread. Any other undercard acts that are very likely at this point that you know of besides Snoop Dog? Is the lineup dropping the first week of of February?
Feels so weird that both Governors Ball and Bonnaroo has had their lineups out for awhile and yet it seems were still over 2 weeks away from hearing this lineup. Ticket I suspect will move quick with Sir Paul headlining. I'm going try to get in on the $249 option.
@gambit88, been about 24 hours since we have heard from you over in this thread. Any other undercard acts that are very likely at this point that you know of besides Snoop Dog? Is the lineup dropping the first week of of February?
Feels so weird that both Governors Ball and Bonnaroo has had their lineups out for awhile and yet it seems were still over 2 weeks away from hearing this lineup. Ticket I suspect will move quick with Sir Paul headlining. I'm going try to get in on the $249 option.
I heard they are aiming for the first week of February but that could change. They haven't even finished booking the thing yet as I have said before.
Post by asseenontv12 on Jan 17, 2015 11:58:35 GMT -5
While the extra couple weeks of waiting is rough, hopefully they're using it to look at the other festival lineups and make some solid last minute additions.
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I got confirmation from the band, Sylvan Esso will be at Firefly.
Nice! They're one of my favorites! You just emailed them or something? swaimbb
Met them after the show tonight at Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville. They were pretty fantastic, apparently tried out a brand new light show with the set and it was stellar. I asked Amelia if they were playing Firefly, because I was torn on whether I should jump on the Roo ticket or wait and see the undercards for Firefly. She whispered "were playing both, but don't tell anyone." Im assuming by that statement she didn't mean Inforoo though so lets just keep it in the forums haha
Nice! They're one of my favorites! You just emailed them or something? swaimbb
Met them after the show tonight at Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville. They were pretty fantastic, apparently tried out a brand new light show with the set and it was stellar. I asked Amelia if they were playing Firefly, because I was torn on whether I should jump on the Roo ticket or wait and see the undercards for Firefly. She whispered "were playing both, but don't tell anyone." Im assuming by that statement she didn't mean Inforoo though so lets just keep it in the forums haha
Nice! They're one of my favorites! You just emailed them or something? swaimbb
Met them after the show tonight at Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville. They were pretty fantastic, apparently tried out a brand new light show with the set and it was stellar. I asked Amelia if they were playing Firefly, because I was torn on whether I should jump on the Roo ticket or wait and see the undercards for Firefly. She whispered "were playing both, but don't tell anyone." Im assuming by that statement she didn't mean Inforoo though so lets just keep it in the forums haha
Post by Swedish Chef on Jan 18, 2015 10:09:36 GMT -5
I also wouldn't be surprised to see a few artists from the lower half of the 2014 Bonnaroo undercard. Maybe acts like Real Estate, The Preatures, and Allah-Las?
Met them after the show tonight at Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville.
Seen quite a few shows their myself. Going to Umphrey's McGee next month.
Nice! Such a fantastic venue, love how the floor is slanted so it makes easier to see if your not up the front. Also love of their isn't a barrier in front of the stage. I remember seeing Explosion In The Sky there front row just completely enamored what was going on a foot away from me. The Southern is a pretty cool, intimate venue as well. Im seeing The Lone Bellow in 2 months there! I wish Harrisonburg had music venues like that, but honestly it's def worth the road trip from JMU.
Seen quite a few shows their myself. Going to Umphrey's McGee next month.
Nice! Such a fantastic venue, love how the floor is slanted so it makes easier to see if your not up the front. Also love of their isn't a barrier in front of the stage. I remember seeing Explosion In The Sky there front row just completely enamored what was going on a foot away from me. The Southern is a pretty cool, intimate venue as well. Im seeing The Lone Bellow in 2 months there! I wish Harrisonburg had music venues like that, but honestly it's def worth the road trip from JMU.
Right on. I go to Radford, in my four years here we have had one act that I was interested in (Matisyahu). VT gets a good show every once in awhile (Old Crow Medicine Show last semester, Passion Pit about a year ago). UVA gets all the good shows it seems, lucky for me one of my closer friends goes their.