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Post by greecianlover on Feb 2, 2008 21:16:47 GMT -5
They aren't a "jamband" I know, but they are most definately a Bonnaroo favorite. Also, there aren't a whole lot of options for that headlining slot either. If DMB can be considered for it, why can't MMJ. They are both jambands of the same extent, which is not at all.
I for one, would be all for this idea, and I think they deserve it. It would take balls for Superfly to do though.
MMJ aren't quite big enough yet. I know when they play at roo they will have the best attendance of all the late night shows but i still don't feel like they should headline just yet. And basically DMB if they are to play i think they would play saturday. In all honesty its a toss up between PJ and DMB cause they are so close to each other in popularity. I think that the headlining spots will end up being:
Friday- Pearl Jam Saturday- DMB/ Dave & Friends Sunday- Phil Lesh and Friends
Post by greecianlover on Feb 2, 2008 21:37:29 GMT -5
I would argue they are just as popular as Phil and Friends, Trey, and maybe Panic (probably not in the south though). Only DMB and the Dead are bigger bands. MMJ is begining to sell out the same size venues as Phil and his friends. Bad pun intended. They also have a new album coming out right before Roo, which if it even comes close to living up to expectations, will put them over the top. Add on to that the fact that they are Bonnaroo darlings, and I'd honestly say it's a possibility.
Like I said though, Superfly will not have the balls to do this though.
I think MMJ is more jamband than MMJ. I really think we could do better for a closing headliner. Also, it would take balls for superfly to get an N*Sync reunion too but that doesn't mean they should do it. I like MMJ, don't get me wrong, but I'm not for them closing or really headlining for that matter.
Post by greecianlover on Feb 2, 2008 22:03:56 GMT -5
ramblinman said:
I think MMJ is more jamband than MMJ. I really think we could do better for a closing headliner. Also, it would take balls for superfly to get an N*Sync reunion too but that doesn't mean they should do it. I like MMJ, don't get me wrong, but I'm not for them closing or really headlining for that matter.
Just wondering how it is any different for them to close the festival, or WSP (other than the south factor) or Trey? I'll give Phil the slight edge. They play a huge show already, and everyone knows they would pull out all the stops in a headlining spot.
I would argue they are just as popular as Phil and Friends, Trey, and maybe Panic (probably not in the south though). Only DMB and the Dead are bigger bands. MMJ is begining to sell out the same size venues as Phil and his friends. Bad pun intended. They also have a new album coming out right before Roo, which if it even comes close to living up to expectations, will put them over the top. Add on to that the fact that they are Bonnaroo darlings, and I'd honestly say it's a possibility.
Like I said though, Superfly will not have the balls to do this though.
I'm a huge MMJ fan, but you're way off in saying they can bring the kind of draw that Panic or Phil can. Sure, in some regions, in some venues, at some times -- there could be a perfect storm where they might draw some huge crowds, but for a festival headlining position -- nope, not yet. I'd be willing to bet that the band would agree.
Post by BonnarooDetective on Feb 2, 2008 22:47:32 GMT -5
Correct me if I'm wrong, but is MMJ one of the "anti-glowstick" bands? I seem to remember something about their drummer getting hit with one or something.
I don't see it happening but MMJ being a hometown band it would be cool going from seeing them in small bars that was half full to headlining bonnaroo.
Post by SouthGA_Festival Machine on Feb 2, 2008 23:29:27 GMT -5
cupcake said:
greecianlover said:
thank you for answering the question. Reason? Not much of a fan?
i just dont think theyre big enough for a sunday night headliner. And i would prefer a jam bad to end it all. They would be good on thurs night imo
All I know is they are too big for the tent they were in in '06. I don't really give a [shadow=red,left,300]fuck[/shadow] when they play, I'll be there. I just want a little more room.
Post by greecianlover on Feb 2, 2008 23:45:58 GMT -5
southgajd said:
cupcake said:
i just dont think theyre big enough for a sunday night headliner. And i would prefer a jam bad to end it all. They would be good on thurs night imo
All I know is they are too big for the tent they were in in '06. I don't really give a [shadow=red,left,300]fuck[/shadow] when they play, I'll be there. I just want a little more room.
Three realistic possibilities as far as I see it:
Preheadliner to PJ on the main stage Shutting down the second stage (White Stripes spot last year) Late night on the second stage ala Flaming Lips and SCI
They are definitely getting a bigger spot this year, I just wonder what.
Post by BonnarooDetective on Feb 3, 2008 0:14:39 GMT -5
Late night tent show, as they have done before. I feel this is most likely. Probably in conflict with RRFB, a DJ or hip-hop act, and maybe something on Which stage.
Post by BonnarooDetective on Feb 3, 2008 0:23:28 GMT -5
greecianlover said:
trustme said:
Late night tent show, as they have done before. I feel this is most likely. Probably in conflict with RRFB, a DJ, and maybe something on Which stage
If they do get another late night, I can garauntee they will be on the second stage. I would bet my vehicle against it.
Why's that? I don't feel like their fanbase has expanded much since two years ago. Last year FLips and SCI utilized Which stage latenight for the first time in several years. I'm not sure if MMJ is on their level. I mean Christ, the Lips came in on a spaceship.
Post by SouthGA_Festival Machine on Feb 3, 2008 0:32:46 GMT -5
greecianlover said:
southgajd said:
All I know is they are too big for the tent they were in in '06. I don't really give a [shadow=red,left,300]fuck[/shadow] when they play, I'll be there. I just want a little more room.
Three realistic possibilities as far as I see it:
Preheadliner to PJ on the main stage Shutting down the second stage (White Stripes spot last year) Late night on the second stage ala Flaming Lips and SCI
They are definitely getting a bigger spot this year, I just wonder what.
I hope the guy who predicted MMJ would be up against RRFB was wrong, because I'm really hoping to finally see MMJ this year, and that won't happen if they're up against Randolph.
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