What gig are you going to?
May 20th 2015, 6:26 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
I agree, however sometimes when they are soooo good, you're left thinking I could have just listened to the album.
No chance the Jam will reform. Weller said his kids would have to be starving before he'd even entertain it.
But "From The Jam" are still knocking around. That used to be Foxton, Buckler and a couple of other guys who just played a set full of Jam songs. We saw them a few times in Chicago. I think Buckler left since then, though, so it's just Foxton and his mates. But even so, still a great night out.
But "From The Jam" are still knocking around. That used to be Foxton, Buckler and a couple of other guys who just played a set full of Jam songs. We saw them a few times in Chicago. I think Buckler left since then, though, so it's just Foxton and his mates. But even so, still a great night out.
May 20th 2015, 11:16 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Blimey you lot attend a load of concerts. I can count on two hands (with about 4 fingers spare) the total number of concerts I've been to in my entire life, and I'm nearly 50.
The last band I saw was Level 42 when they did their American tour a couple of years ago.
Would love to go and see Nik Kershaw as part of the 80s revival tours that go on across the UK, but our annual visits back to blighty never coincide with the dates.
The last band I saw was Level 42 when they did their American tour a couple of years ago.
Would love to go and see Nik Kershaw as part of the 80s revival tours that go on across the UK, but our annual visits back to blighty never coincide with the dates.
May 21st 2015, 12:49 am
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Blimey you lot attend a load of concerts. I can count on two hands (with about 4 fingers spare) the total number of concerts I've been to in my entire life, and I'm nearly 50.
The last band I saw was Level 42 when they did their American tour a couple of years ago.
Would love to go and see Nik Kershaw as part of the 80s revival tours that go on across the UK, but our annual visits back to blighty never coincide with the dates.
The last band I saw was Level 42 when they did their American tour a couple of years ago.
Would love to go and see Nik Kershaw as part of the 80s revival tours that go on across the UK, but our annual visits back to blighty never coincide with the dates.
The Bay Area is such a great place for concerts too, something for everyone. If you're into music from the 80s, check out the concerts at Mountain Winery, they have quite a few 80s bands on this summer. It's a great venue and the cheap open seating tickets are good value.
Mountain Winery :: 2015 Concerts
May 21st 2015, 8:15 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
I have seen Oasis twice and they just seemed to be going through the motions/collecting a paycheck on both occasions. I recall foo fighters completely upstaging them on one occasion too.
This gig was the complete opposite though. Noel was full of energy, was joking around with the crowd etc, the atmosphere was also great.
You should really go see him if you are a fan and get the opportunity.
The only downside was beer was an eye watering $12 a cup
May 22nd 2015, 6:07 am
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Is that because seeing Level 42 put you off concerts for life
The Bay Area is such a great place for concerts too, something for everyone. If you're into music from the 80s, check out the concerts at Mountain Winery, they have quite a few 80s bands on this summer. It's a great venue and the cheap open seating tickets are good value.
Mountain Winery :: 2015 Concerts
The Bay Area is such a great place for concerts too, something for everyone. If you're into music from the 80s, check out the concerts at Mountain Winery, they have quite a few 80s bands on this summer. It's a great venue and the cheap open seating tickets are good value.
Mountain Winery :: 2015 Concerts
I just saw that Elton John is playing in Las Vegas in October, so I might see if I can book that one. Always wanted to see him in concert.
That will increase my gig count to 7!
May 22nd 2015, 1:00 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
He was brilliant.
I have seen Oasis twice and they just seemed to be going through the motions/collecting a paycheck on both occasions. I recall foo fighters completely upstaging them on one occasion too.
This gig was the complete opposite though. Noel was full of energy, was joking around with the crowd etc, the atmosphere was also great.
You should really go see him if you are a fan and get the opportunity.
The only downside was beer was an eye watering $12 a cup
I have seen Oasis twice and they just seemed to be going through the motions/collecting a paycheck on both occasions. I recall foo fighters completely upstaging them on one occasion too.
This gig was the complete opposite though. Noel was full of energy, was joking around with the crowd etc, the atmosphere was also great.
You should really go see him if you are a fan and get the opportunity.
The only downside was beer was an eye watering $12 a cup
May 23rd 2015, 3:53 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Been going to a lot of small shows at the local Casino:
Michael McDonald
War
Winger
Doyle Bramhall III
Eddie Money
Coming up:
U2 (tonight!! - not at the casino, though...lol)
Robin Trower
Heart (not at the casino!)
Michael McDonald
War
Winger
Doyle Bramhall III
Eddie Money
Coming up:
U2 (tonight!! - not at the casino, though...lol)
Robin Trower
Heart (not at the casino!)
May 26th 2015, 6:10 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Just saw Noel Gallagher and his High Flying Birds in San Diego. Fantastic gig, small scale. He did several Oasis standards too. (Slightly marred by the presence of several loud lager louts.)
Next up. Eddie Izzard, Ingrid Michaelson and Foo Fighters so far.
Next up. Eddie Izzard, Ingrid Michaelson and Foo Fighters so far.
May 26th 2015, 6:23 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
He was brilliant.
I have seen Oasis twice and they just seemed to be going through the motions/collecting a paycheck on both occasions. I recall foo fighters completely upstaging them on one occasion too.
This gig was the complete opposite though. Noel was full of energy, was joking around with the crowd etc, the atmosphere was also great.
You should really go see him if you are a fan and get the opportunity.
The only downside was beer was an eye watering $12 a cup
I have seen Oasis twice and they just seemed to be going through the motions/collecting a paycheck on both occasions. I recall foo fighters completely upstaging them on one occasion too.
This gig was the complete opposite though. Noel was full of energy, was joking around with the crowd etc, the atmosphere was also great.
You should really go see him if you are a fan and get the opportunity.
The only downside was beer was an eye watering $12 a cup
Foo Fighters for us too, gutted that Royal Blood won't be supporting them when we see them, are they back for the SD gig?
May 26th 2015, 6:25 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
I didn't know Royal Blood were the support. We're seeing them in LA but I don't know...
May 26th 2015, 6:29 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Kaiser Chiefs are also supporting the Foo's on part of their non-US tour, I wouldn't have minded them either. They had Cage the Elephant and Mariachi El Bronx when we saw them last time, hoping someone good steps in for the CA leg of the tour.
Jun 2nd 2015, 9:47 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Due to a balls up we've ended up with tickets for Eddie Izzard, Bakersfield and also Ingrid Michaelson, Greek Theater, Los Angeles on the same day...June 11th Thursday.
If anyone is interested, half price, PM me.
I can reschedule either gig for another day.
If anyone is interested, half price, PM me.
I can reschedule either gig for another day.
Jun 23rd 2015, 11:59 pm
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Re: What gig are you going to?
Def Leppard, Styx, and Tesla, seven days from tonight - good seats, well under the amphitheater roof, and only about 20 rows from the stage, which is plenty close enough as we are taking little Miss P to her first ever concert! 
Three great bands, and I would pay money to see any one of them, and indeed I have previously bought tickets on multiple occasions to see each of them. It's going to be a great show!
Three great bands, and I would pay money to see any one of them, and indeed I have previously bought tickets on multiple occasions to see each of them. It's going to be a great show!