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Court? Table? Field? All work fine haha. You'll be in premier, or GA?
I'll say this - I camped general in 2013 and my walk was ~-1.3 miles EACH WAY. Well worth the extra 25-30.
Wait I'm actually illiterate - you had already said you would be in Premier. I no read gud sometimez
And yeah there is no question that it seems worth the extra money (the discrepancy between GA and Premier is so small anyway); it is more about the arriving Wednesday night thing...
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
Everyone is out there talking like Premier is the greatest thing ever... I did Premier (North) last year, it was ehh.
2014 South Lot Premier > 2014 North Lot Premier, but being that it isn't an option this year...2015 Premier is the only way to go IMO.
Still holding out for a fourth to split glamping with.. three years of "roughing" it led me to this, I just want to drink beers in air conditioned tents - is that so much to ask for?!
I'll say this - I camped general in 2013 and my walk was ~-1.3 miles EACH WAY. Well worth the extra 25-30.
Wait I'm actually illiterate - you had already said you would be in Premier. I no read gud sometimez
And yeah there is no question that it seems worth the extra money (the discrepancy between GA and Premier is so small anyway); it is more about the arriving Wednesday night thing...
Don't worry, I can't write (^-1.3 miles lol). I'm not sure how general was last year but our walk in premier wasn't over 5-7 minutes, we got their early and had a great spot.
Wait I'm actually illiterate - you had already said you would be in Premier. I no read gud sometimez
And yeah there is no question that it seems worth the extra money (the discrepancy between GA and Premier is so small anyway); it is more about the arriving Wednesday night thing...
Don't worry, I can't write (^-1.3 miles lol). I'm not sure how general was last year but our walk in premier wasn't over 5-7 minutes, we got their early and had a great spot.
yeah 5 days of camping is way too much for me. My friends are lucky I'm doing 4. A 13 hour drive from Chicago followed by 4 days of camping and then 13 hours back to Chicago is already sleep depriving enough. I ended up going General Camping. We're just going to get there early Thursday, like 5:00am-ish for a close-ish spot. I'd totally be down, or in this case up heyyoooooo, for visiting you guys during some point of the weekend though.
Last year I was in GA and our walk was well over 1 mile. We come back to the campsite a total of 1 time during the day throughout the entire fest. It is not ideal.
Get premier if your group is able to get there Wednesday night.
2014 South Lot Premier > 2014 North Lot Premier, but being that it isn't an option this year...2015 Premier is the only way to go IMO.
Still holding out for a fourth to split glamping with.. three years of "roughing" it led me to this, I just want to drink beers in air conditioned tents - is that so much to ask for?!
Does the temp outside during the day really bother people? I didn't feel like it was super hot/humid last year. Obviously sleeping in non AC tents during the Summer sucks, but during the day I thought it was perfect party weather...Maybe that's just me though.
So this week we got new music from two potential future headliners. Which single do you guys like better Mumford's or Muse's? & Which would you rather see headline in the future? Someone in this thread earlier said Muse didn't fit Firefly's demographic and wouldn't be on their radar. After seeing past headliners like Tom Petty I'd have to disagree.
Honestly I would want both
i'd be cool with both. Although, it sounds like Lolla might get muse this year, so if they do, I don't know if I'd be into seeing them back to back years. Also, fingers crossed the rest of Mumford's album is good and more interesting than the single Believe.
How difficult would it be to park your vehicle on Thursday and just take your book-bag out of the vehicle and meet your group in premier for the weekend?
4 nights of camping is about my limit. If I have reason to stay Sunday night then that's what I'm looking to do. If there is nothing that interest me past 7 on Sunday then I plan on getting an early start home and just coming up Wednesday night.
If you're not parking at your campsite, you need to order an Overnight Parking pass ($40). And if you park in the Overnight lot, there will be a shuttle bus to the north Premier Hub. (The shuttle is new this year.) So, you wouldn't have to walk with your stuff.
Wait I'm actually illiterate - you had already said you would be in Premier. I no read gud sometimez
And yeah there is no question that it seems worth the extra money (the discrepancy between GA and Premier is so small anyway); it is more about the arriving Wednesday night thing...
Don't worry, I can't write (^-1.3 miles lol). I'm not sure how general was last year but our walk in premier wasn't over 5-7 minutes, we got their early and had a great spot.
I didn't even catch that at first hahaha. -1.3 miles sounds a lot better than +1.3 miles, though, that's for sure.
Which are some acts that appear pretty far down the card right now but that you guys think are likely to score really big crowds? I would say Jungle, BORNS, Sylvan Esso, Glass Animals, and probably Broods. Maybe Ryn Weaver and Zella Day too, especially considering the demographic of FF.
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
Which are some acts that appear pretty far down the card right now but that you guys think are likely to score really big crowds? I would say Jungle, BORNS, Sylvan Esso, Glass Animals, and probably Broods. Maybe Ryn Weaver and Zella Day too, especially considering the demographic of FF.
I agree with those. Also, Halsey has been getting a lot of buzz lately. And Young Rising Sons represent the quintessential Firefly sound.
Firefly does get really big crowds for early-afternoon shows. I've noticed that more at Firefly than other fests.
Which are some acts that appear pretty far down the card right now but that you guys think are likely to score really big crowds? I would say Jungle, BORNS, Sylvan Esso, Glass Animals, and probably Broods. Maybe Ryn Weaver and Zella Day too, especially considering the demographic of FF.
I agree with those. Also, Halsey has been getting a lot of buzz lately. And Young Rising Sons represent the quintessential Firefly sound.
Firefly does get really big crowds for early-afternoon shows. I've noticed that more at Firefly than other fests.
I'd say because of the weather, I can only imagine a mid afternoon show at Roo
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
I'd say because of the weather, I can only imagine a mid afternoon show at Roo
Last summer really wasn't awfully hot at Roo, but I've heard other years have been brutal. I mean, it is in the boonies of TN in June...
I'm sure Dover can still get pretty hot in the summer but there will certainly be less HUMIDITY, yay. I fucking hate humid heat.
The weather has me worried this year. The past 2 years the only issues were a quick torrential downpour during Matt and Kim in 2013 (and honestly it felt great and got the crowd going) and the Wednesday night storm last year. Knock on wood this doesn't happen, but I feel like FF is due for a shitty weather weekend.
This is really shitty of them. Just give a yes or no answer. Comes off as a money grab. Don't guarantee single day passes so people that are worried it will sell out will just go ahead and pay the full price for a non-refundable 4-day pass.
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
Post by DueDylangence on Mar 14, 2015 10:29:51 GMT -5
Does anyone know anything about the carefree camping? Every time I go to a camping fest it's with all my friends who have the equipment, unfortunately they will not be making the trip with me to Firefly. It's $400 for two people and includes a tent, sleeping bags, and an air mattress. You also get to keep all of it and bring it home with you. I'm no expert on camping equipment but by the time I buy my own tent, air mattress etc. on my own and a camping pass for $149 it might just be worth it to buy carefree. I'm making the drive from Tampa Florida so after being stuffed up in a car for 16 hours the last thing I'm going to want to do is set up camp. Does anyone know if it's a shorter walk to the entrance of the festival or how the crowd is in that area? A huge part of camping festivals for me is always having a party right outside of my tent, so I'd rather not be in a campsite that's not as active as others.
Does anyone know anything about the carefree camping? Every time I go to a camping fest it's with all my friends who have the equipment, unfortunately they will not be making the trip with me to Firefly. It's $400 for two people and includes a tent, sleeping bags, and an air mattress. You also get to keep all of it and bring it home with you. I'm no expert on camping equipment but by the time I buy my own tent, air mattress etc. on my own and a camping pass for $149 it might just be worth it to buy carefree. I'm making the drive from Tampa Florida so after being stuffed up in a car for 16 hours the last thing I'm going to want to do is set up camp. Does anyone know if it's a shorter walk to the entrance of the festival or how the crowd is in that area? A huge part of camping festivals for me is always having a party right outside of my tent, so I'd rather not be in a campsite that's not as active as others.
Looks like a good deal. It's a new option this year, so nobody knows much about it. The location is fine. It's right across from the Hub (where the food trucks/showers are), and it's about a half-mile walk to the festival entrance. It's a longer walk than Wednesday Premier camping, but a shorter walk than most of General camping. There's regular tent camping on either side of the carefree area, so you'll have plenty of neighbors.
You don't get to keep your car at the campsite, but it would be in a lot that's very close. A couple of side benefits to that: You get a much better check-in location (avoiding the long General camping check-in line), plus you get in-and-out privileges with your car. That's awesome.
Does anyone know anything about the carefree camping? Every time I go to a camping fest it's with all my friends who have the equipment, unfortunately they will not be making the trip with me to Firefly. It's $400 for two people and includes a tent, sleeping bags, and an air mattress. You also get to keep all of it and bring it home with you. I'm no expert on camping equipment but by the time I buy my own tent, air mattress etc. on my own and a camping pass for $149 it might just be worth it to buy carefree. I'm making the drive from Tampa Florida so after being stuffed up in a car for 16 hours the last thing I'm going to want to do is set up camp. Does anyone know if it's a shorter walk to the entrance of the festival or how the crowd is in that area? A huge part of camping festivals for me is always having a party right outside of my tent, so I'd rather not be in a campsite that's not as active as others.
Looks like a good deal. It's a new option this year, so nobody knows much about it. The location is fine. It's right across from the Hub (where the food trucks/showers are), and it's about a half-mile walk to the festival entrance. It's a longer walk than Wednesday Premier camping, but a shorter walk than most of General camping. There's regular tent camping on either side of the carefree area, so you'll have plenty of neighbors.
You don't get to keep your car at the campsite, but it would be in a lot that's very close. A couple of side benefits to that: You get a much better check-in location (avoiding the long General camping check-in line), plus you get in-and-out privileges with your car. That's awesome.
So you're saying if I ran out of brews and needed to make a trip to the liquor store, or just wanted to grab some food from outside the festival grounds I could drive in and out no big deal?
For whoever has said that Modest Mouse isn't good live, I'm here to vehemently disagree with that sentiment. They fucking killed it at their show last night
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
You don't get to keep your car at the campsite, but it would be in a lot that's very close. A couple of side benefits to that: You get a much better check-in location (avoiding the long General camping check-in line), plus you get in-and-out privileges with your car. That's awesome.
So you're saying if I ran out of brews and needed to make a trip to the liquor store, or just wanted to grab some food from outside the festival grounds I could drive in and out no big deal?
Yes, that's the idea. You'd be parked in the same lot as VIP day parking. It's right across the street from carefree camping - very easy to get in and out. The entrance to that lot is at the Dover Downs casino. Carefree camping is the only camping option that comes with in-and-out privileges.
Does anyone know anything about the carefree camping? Every time I go to a camping fest it's with all my friends who have the equipment, unfortunately they will not be making the trip with me to Firefly. It's $400 for two people and includes a tent, sleeping bags, and an air mattress. You also get to keep all of it and bring it home with you. I'm no expert on camping equipment but by the time I buy my own tent, air mattress etc. on my own and a camping pass for $149 it might just be worth it to buy carefree. I'm making the drive from Tampa Florida so after being stuffed up in a car for 16 hours the last thing I'm going to want to do is set up camp. Does anyone know if it's a shorter walk to the entrance of the festival or how the crowd is in that area? A huge part of camping festivals for me is always having a party right outside of my tent, so I'd rather not be in a campsite that's not as active as others.
It's a new offering for Firefly this year, but it's been popular at other festivals, so I'm told. Keep in mind, the site is only 10x15, so there won't be room for a shade canopy, so I would factor that in as far as how much time you'd want to spend hanging out at camp. Apart from that, you're totally right. Driving a 900+ mile trek will be enough, so rolling in to an already assembled campsite will be nice. I hear the tents are pretty nice too.
Post by eclecticmusicdude89 on Mar 14, 2015 14:00:54 GMT -5
Going along the list so far, these are my top acts at Firefly. Some I have seen multiple times like Manchester Orchestra and Walk the Moon. Some I've seen once like Spoon, Jungle, Betty Who, RTJ, Kid Cudi, Cage the Elephant, and Matt and Kim. I've never seen Glass Animals, Snoop Dogg, Broods, Bahamas, Bad Suns, Gary Clark Jr, Slyvan Esso, Kygo, Tycho, Modest Mouse, EOTS, Awolnation, Generationals, Lettuce, or Client Liaison.
Who are you guys digging right now?
1. Awolnation 2. Modest Mouse 3. Manchester Orchestra 4. Kid Cudi 5. Empire of the Sun 6. Cage the Elephant 7. Spoon 8. Matt and Kim 9. Slyvan Esso 10. Glass Animals 11. Run The Jewels 12. Snoop Dogg 12. Broods 13. Gary Clark Jr 14. Bahamas 15. Bad Suns 16. Tycho 17. Kygo 18. Jungle 19. Betty Who 20. Lettuce 21. Walk the Moon 22. Client Liaison 23. Generationals
Damn, I can't even begin to try and rank like that, but I'm impressed you do! In no exact order, these are my top picks right now of acts I haven't seen before (not gonna include headliners, but I'm obviously pumped for Paul & for the Killers too):
Run the Jewels - this will be a KILLER (heh, pun not originally intended) show, can't wait Jungle - so ready to dance my ass off for this Odesza - same as above Glass Animals - same as above BORNS - he's got such a cool sound and vibe, bet it'll translate great to live performance Sylvan Esso - her moves, oh yea - and what a smooth honey-like voice Cold War Kids/The Kooks/Manchester Orchestra/Spoon/Kid Cudi - put all these together because they're all acts I've been into since high school but have yet to see, so I'm really excited to finally get to do so Broods - gotten very into them the past few weeks Kygo - one of the best EDM acts on the bill, IMO Empire of the Sun - I've heard nothing but good things about their live show Ryn Weaver - she is an up and coming pop star who I perceive getting really big in the coming year, excited to see how she performs Milo Greene - will be a nice, chill show that I hope to not miss Snoop - because why the fuck would I not wanna catch Snoop at a fest Logic - I've heard mixed reviews of his live performance, but I really dig him on track Tycho - hoping hoping for a sunset set from him; this guy is seriously skilled Zedd - judge me all you want, but I am hoping for a post-midnight rave party here
And acts that I have seen before but am excited to again: Modest Mouse - saw them last night and was hoping that then that'd make me feel okay about potentially missing their set due to conflicts at FF....but nope, just made me really really motivated to see them again. Tove Lo - she has such a charming stage presence and sounds great live Echosmith - this one is definitely just a "maybe," barring conflicts - they are great live, but I'm not super committed to catching them at FF if something else compelling is on at the same time Chiddy Bang - mostly for the nostalgia factor; my friends and I listened to him a lot in high school Matt and Kim - will have seen them by the time FF rolls around, but I anticipate catching their set at the fest too Bear Hands - such a fun live act, fantastic energy as a band Panama Wedding - same as above
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
Damn, I can't even begin to try and rank like that, but I'm impressed you do! In no exact order, these are my top picks right now of acts I haven't seen before (not gonna include headliners, but I'm obviously pumped for Paul & for the Killers too):
Run the Jewels - this will be a KILLER (heh, pun not originally intended) show, can't wait Jungle - so ready to dance my ass off for this Odesza - same as above Glass Animals - same as above BORNS - he's got such a cool sound and vibe, bet it'll translate great to live performance Sylvan Esso - her moves, oh yea - and what a smooth honey-like voice Cold War Kids/The Kooks/Manchester Orchestra/Spoon/Kid Cudi - put all these together because they're all acts I've been into since high school but have yet to see, so I'm really excited to finally get to do so Broods - gotten very into them the past few weeks Kygo - one of the best EDM acts on the bill, IMO Empire of the Sun - I've heard nothing but good things about their live show Ryn Weaver - she is an up and coming pop star who I perceive getting really big in the coming year, excited to see how she performs Milo Greene - will be a nice, chill show that I hope to not miss Snoop - because why the fuck would I not wanna catch Snoop at a fest Logic - I've heard mixed reviews of his live performance, but I really dig him on track Tycho - hoping hoping for a sunset set from him; this guy is seriously skilled Zedd - judge me all you want, but I am hoping for a post-midnight rave party here
And acts that I have seen before but am excited to again: Modest Mouse - saw them last night and was hoping that then that'd make me feel okay about potentially missing their set due to conflicts at FF....but nope, just made me really really motivated to see them again. Tove Lo - she has such a charming stage presence and sounds great live Echosmith - this one is definitely just a "maybe," barring conflicts - they are great live, but I'm not super committed to catching them at FF if something else compelling is on at the same time Chiddy Bang - mostly for the nostalgia factor; my friends and I listened to him a lot in high school Matt and Kim - will have seen them by the time FF rolls around, but I anticipate catching their set at the fest too Bear Hands - such a fun live act, fantastic energy as a band Panama Wedding - same as above
Of your list, Echosmith is really the only one I can't get into. Really excited for Matt and Kim again if the schedule allows, it's such a wild and fun set: perfect for any festival.
Modest Mouse live should be a real treat, have been waiting a while to see them.
Awolnation is my number one, because I'm so excited to see them. Their first album was so different and those songs all hit hard, and it'll be such a dance party and rocking time.
Broods has really taken me by surprise, on surface she sounds just like Lorde(who was incredible live at Lolla), but also her range is pretty impressive from the live videos I've seen online.
Kygo and Tycho are my favorite EDM acts so far. I have no desire to see Aoki, Zedd, or Chainsmokers TBH. I really like the chill EDM like Kygo and Tycho.
Damn, I can't even begin to try and rank like that, but I'm impressed you do! In no exact order, these are my top picks right now of acts I haven't seen before (not gonna include headliners, but I'm obviously pumped for Paul & for the Killers too):
Run the Jewels - this will be a KILLER (heh, pun not originally intended) show, can't wait Jungle - so ready to dance my ass off for this Odesza - same as above Glass Animals - same as above BORNS - he's got such a cool sound and vibe, bet it'll translate great to live performance Sylvan Esso - her moves, oh yea - and what a smooth honey-like voice Cold War Kids/The Kooks/Manchester Orchestra/Spoon/Kid Cudi - put all these together because they're all acts I've been into since high school but have yet to see, so I'm really excited to finally get to do so Broods - gotten very into them the past few weeks Kygo - one of the best EDM acts on the bill, IMO Empire of the Sun - I've heard nothing but good things about their live show Ryn Weaver - she is an up and coming pop star who I perceive getting really big in the coming year, excited to see how she performs Milo Greene - will be a nice, chill show that I hope to not miss Snoop - because why the fuck would I not wanna catch Snoop at a fest Logic - I've heard mixed reviews of his live performance, but I really dig him on track Tycho - hoping hoping for a sunset set from him; this guy is seriously skilled Zedd - judge me all you want, but I am hoping for a post-midnight rave party here
And acts that I have seen before but am excited to again: Modest Mouse - saw them last night and was hoping that then that'd make me feel okay about potentially missing their set due to conflicts at FF....but nope, just made me really really motivated to see them again. Tove Lo - she has such a charming stage presence and sounds great live Echosmith - this one is definitely just a "maybe," barring conflicts - they are great live, but I'm not super committed to catching them at FF if something else compelling is on at the same time Chiddy Bang - mostly for the nostalgia factor; my friends and I listened to him a lot in high school Matt and Kim - will have seen them by the time FF rolls around, but I anticipate catching their set at the fest too Bear Hands - such a fun live act, fantastic energy as a band Panama Wedding - same as above
Of your list, Echosmith is really the only one I can't get into. Really excited for Matt and Kim again if the schedule allows, it's such a wild and fun set: perfect for any festival.
Modest Mouse live should be a real treat, have been waiting a while to see them.
Awolnation is my number one, because I'm so excited to see them. Their first album was so different and those songs all hit hard, and it'll be such a dance party and rocking time.
Broods has really taken me by surprise, on surface she sounds just like Lorde(who was incredible live at Lolla), but also her range is pretty impressive from the live videos I've seen online.
Kygo and Tycho are my favorite EDM acts so far. I have no desire to see Aoki, Zedd, or Chainsmokers TBH. I really like the chill EDM like Kygo and Tycho.
Kygo and Tycho are both so fantastic. I agree on no to Aoki and Chainsmokers for sure, but I want one cheese edm show - for which Zedd will be perfect.
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
Of your list, Echosmith is really the only one I can't get into. Really excited for Matt and Kim again if the schedule allows, it's such a wild and fun set: perfect for any festival.
Modest Mouse live should be a real treat, have been waiting a while to see them.
Awolnation is my number one, because I'm so excited to see them. Their first album was so different and those songs all hit hard, and it'll be such a dance party and rocking time.
Broods has really taken me by surprise, on surface she sounds just like Lorde(who was incredible live at Lolla), but also her range is pretty impressive from the live videos I've seen online.
Kygo and Tycho are my favorite EDM acts so far. I have no desire to see Aoki, Zedd, or Chainsmokers TBH. I really like the chill EDM like Kygo and Tycho.
Kygo and Tycho are both so fantastic. I agree on no to Aoki and Chainsmokers for sure, but I want one cheese edm show - for which Zedd will be perfect.
Zedd is borderline cheese in my book (his new single with Selena Gomez, though, is far the cheesiest song of his career). One thing that separates him from standard cheese is he is a classically trained pianist, and he can play ALL of his own songs on the piano. This is pretty good video too
Of your list, Echosmith is really the only one I can't get into. Really excited for Matt and Kim again if the schedule allows, it's such a wild and fun set: perfect for any festival.
Modest Mouse live should be a real treat, have been waiting a while to see them.
Awolnation is my number one, because I'm so excited to see them. Their first album was so different and those songs all hit hard, and it'll be such a dance party and rocking time.
Broods has really taken me by surprise, on surface she sounds just like Lorde(who was incredible live at Lolla), but also her range is pretty impressive from the live videos I've seen online.
Kygo and Tycho are my favorite EDM acts so far. I have no desire to see Aoki, Zedd, or Chainsmokers TBH. I really like the chill EDM like Kygo and Tycho.
Kygo and Tycho are both so fantastic. I agree on no to Aoki and Chainsmokers for sure, but I want one cheese edm show - for which Zedd will be perfect.
I highly suggest people check out Mother Mother. They are a super popular Canadian band who have a ton of great songs. They are really fun and will definitely put on a great show.
Some songs to check out are: Let's Fall In Love, Bit By Bit, Infinitesimal, The Stand, Monkey Tree, Get Out The Way
So this week we got new music from two potential future headliners. Which single do you guys like better Mumford's or Muse's? & Which would you rather see headline in the future? Someone in this thread earlier said Muse didn't fit Firefly's demographic and wouldn't be on their radar. After seeing past headliners like Tom Petty I'd have to disagree.
Kygo and Tycho are both so fantastic. I agree on no to Aoki and Chainsmokers for sure, but I want one cheese edm show - for which Zedd will be perfect.
I highly suggest people check out Mother Mother. They are a super popular Canadian band who have a ton of great songs. They are really fun and will definitely put on a great show.
Some songs to check out are: Let's Fall In Love, Bit By Bit, Infinitesimal, The Stand, Monkey Tree, Get Out The Way
I just listened to their whole "eureka" album the other day and loved it actually.
Modest Mouse - saw them last night and was hoping that then that'd make me feel okay about potentially missing their set due to conflicts at FF....but nope, just made me really really motivated to see them again.
Yeah Modest Mouse was amazing live the one time I saw them and another reason they're tough to miss is how varied their setlists are. If you check out the setlists from their past 5 shows, they're all completely different selection and order of songs. And pretty much every show has a song or two that they played at that one and not the others. I love that you never really know what songs you'll get at their show and there's always a good chance you'll get an awesome one you didn't expect they'd play.