well if the market is open for bruce and u2 then why not the stones?are they afraid no one will go? do they lack the confidence of bruce and u2 to go out when times are tough?or are they just plain greedy?

They don't need to. Not net. They made the most ever on the last tour. Why bother? They've toured a lot. Look at how much they toured for Voodoo, Bridges, No Security. From mid-late 1994 to 1995 they were on the road or in a studio. 1997-99 they toured 2 albums. They took a break, recorded some drivel and got back on the road in 2002-03. Year off and another live album. Bang came out, on the road for 18 million years between 2005-07.

It's only been - not even 2 years to the date since they played the last gig.

There's no news at all about the reissues, about a new record or a tour. So in one way nothing is good. But I'd love to see those reissues if they're gonna have anything different on them.

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well if the market is open for bruce and u2 then why not the stones?are they afraid no one will go? do they lack the confidence of bruce and u2 to go out when times are tough?or are they just plain greedy?

Good point, melillo.

However, the likes of Bruce and U2 have new material that they are confident enough to play before live audiences, and unless the Stones are willing to ditch the golden oldies shows and do likewise, then they may as well throw the towel in right now and put us all out of our misery.

with the stones its the old the more things change the more they stay the same

Toss up - they gonna put out a new comp for the kick off of the reissues? They seem to begin/end contracts with comps.

on a lighter note ........





If they DO tour, there'd better not be any more of this kind of thing ... wouldn't want any cancelled shows, now would we ?

Here's another one, think this one's been seen before

Some good points all around. The economic troubles are going to hurt all acts, The Boss and U2 included. Some think U2 are not touring the US and Canada until Autumn because of the economic crisis, and hopefully, the worst will be over by then.

If Mick, who we all know is not a dummy about economics, is thinking of touring then he must be factoring in the economy. I think it is 2010, if at all. If it is 2010, it will probably be the last time for the big all out tour. Realistically, how much longer can they -- at their age -- do be long tours. I'd guess after the next big tour, they'll just do some mini major market shows. The prices will be sky high and they'll play limited engagements like London, Paris, New York, LA, Berlin, etc.. These are place people with money will travel to and fork over serious money.

With this in mind, it is really time to open the vaults for at least some select concert cds. The money might not be there if they continue to not heed our clamouring.

That 72/3 unreleased audio clip with atwork a few weeks back looked great. I loved the torn and frayed concert bill on the wall cover.

Thank you Pauly these vids are new to me
Those Brits are merciless with our heroes.

Noticed they didn't dare attack Mr Elegance aka C.Watts

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Of course Steel Wheels was a comeback tour!!!

So, Steel Wheelchairs is the next tour?

I've seen Mick quoted over the years saying he saw no reason they couldn't keep playing into their 70's the way Muddy Waters and other blues greats did.

Frankly, I'd much rather see them get out on their stools and play than I would another "big" tour with a stage show.

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I've seen Mick quoted over the years saying he saw no reason they couldn't keep playing into their 70's the way Muddy Waters and other blues greats did.

muddy died shortly after turning 70 and never really played much the last year or so of his life. wolf died at 66, as i recall...just as a point of clarification...

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I've seen Mick quoted over the years saying he saw no reason they couldn't keep playing into their 70's the way Muddy Waters and other blues greats did.

Frankly, I'd much rather see them get out on their stools and play than I would another "big" tour with a stage show.

<<< I'd much rather see them get out on their stools and play than I would another "big" tour with a stage show >>>

Yep, that's it. Here's hopin' .... !!

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muddy died shortly after turning 70 and never really played much the last year or so of his life. wolf died at 66, as i recall...just as a point of clarification...

Thanks for the correction.

No one knows.
I hope they do something different.
If there's another forgettable ablum or Voodoo Lounge Tour Part Seven, I'm out.

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the reason i keep going lately is because iam afraid i will miss something groundbreaking, still waiting



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Some good points all around. The economic troubles are going to hurt all acts, The Boss and U2 included. Some think U2 are not touring the US and Canada until Autumn because of the economic crisis, and hopefully, the worst will be over by then.

If Mick, who we all know is not a dummy about economics, is thinking of touring then he must be factoring in the economy. I think it is 2010, if at all. If it is 2010, it will probably be the last time for the big all out tour. Realistically, how much longer can they -- at their age -- do be long tours. I'd guess after the next big tour, they'll just do some mini major market shows. The prices will be sky high and they'll play limited engagements like London, Paris, New York, LA, Berlin, etc.. These are place people with money will travel to and fork over serious money.

With this in mind, it is really time to open the vaults for at least some select concert cds. The money might not be there if they continue to not heed our clamouring.

That 72/3 unreleased audio clip with atwork a few weeks back looked great. I loved the torn and frayed concert bill on the wall cover.

no...its more likely because its an all-stadium tour and European stadiums are only available for about 3 months in the summer.

With most tickets at $90-95 and a declaration that there will be 10,000 tickets priced at $50 at EVERY gig, I dont think they'll have much trouble.

The economic crisis is hitting Europe just as bad as the US.

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Some good points all around. The economic troubles are going to hurt all acts, The Boss and U2 included. Some think U2 are not touring the US and Canada until Autumn because of the economic crisis, and hopefully, the worst will be over by then.

If Mick, who we all know is not a dummy about economics, is thinking of touring then he must be factoring in the economy. I think it is 2010, if at all. If it is 2010, it will probably be the last time for the big all out tour. Realistically, how much longer can they -- at their age -- do be long tours. I'd guess after the next big tour, they'll just do some mini major market shows. The prices will be sky high and they'll play limited engagements like London, Paris, New York, LA, Berlin, etc.. These are place people with money will travel to and fork over serious money.

With this in mind, it is really time to open the vaults for at least some select concert cds. The money might not be there if they continue to not heed our clamouring.

That 72/3 unreleased audio clip with atwork a few weeks back looked great. I loved the torn and frayed concert bill on the wall cover.

no...its more likely because its an all-stadium tour and European stadiums are only available for about 3 months in the summer.

With most tickets at $90-95 and a declaration that there will be 10,000 tickets priced at $50 at EVERY gig, I dont think they'll have much trouble.

The economic crisis is hitting Europe just as bad as the US.

I do know of the economic crisis' effect Europe. During the Vertigo/HTDAAB tour U2 started in North American arenas, after they went to Europe, and then they returned to North America for more arenas in Autumn. I guess some thought that U2 might be delaying North America now do to the economy, and delay touring in general, then start in Europe during Summer while the Stadiums are available. Just the speculation being bandied about.

I know a lot of IORRers don't like U2, but the new disc is very good. Wish I could travel to Europe to see them. Thank god for the tapers!

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Right ... wots goin' on ? Is it a mini extravaganza that starts in the fall of 2009, is it a final shitkicking global extravaganza lasting 50 years that kicks off in 2010, is it something else, is it neither ... which is it for gods sake ?

I need to know, there's too much confusion here an' I can't get no relief !!

Do we know, does ANYONE know ?

My goodness don't lose sleep over it> Get yourself together man. They will tour when they are ready.

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Right ... wots goin' on ? Is it a mini extravaganza that starts in the fall of 2009, is it a final shitkicking global extravaganza lasting 50 years that kicks off in 2010, is it something else, is it neither ... which is it for gods sake ?

I need to know, there's too much confusion here an' I can't get no relief !!

Do we know, does ANYONE know ?

My goodness don't lose sleep over it> Get yourself together man. They will tour when they are ready.

Thank you o thank you for your worldly advice. Now that I've completed the latest course of anti-depressants, I shall indeed try and get some sleep. O wail ... the pain and the agony of not knowing ........ !!

They will tour when they are ready.
Sure, we have an economic crisis and a recession (but not a depression - yet).
But you know the commentators always quote "the worst sine 1992...the worst since 1974 etc.." so we have been here before.
I don't remeber the Stones schedule ever been affected by economics before.
The only difference now is the INFLATED price of tickets in relative terms, and of course some people will have a lower ceiling now in terms of what they are prepared to pay.
Going to a concert is not the same consideration as getting a mortgage..or replacing that car.

Pack your bags. Save up your money. They will be on later this year, because they found out people need entertainment during the financial chaos. The schedule is still TBD, probably not the usual one, may be Asia first.

Bjornulf

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Pack your bags. Save up your money. They will be on later this year, because they found out people need entertainment during the financial chaos. The schedule is still TBD, probably not the usual one, may be Asia first.

Bjornulf !! It's SUNDAY for heavens sake. Are you sure this is a good day of the week on which to be saying things like this ? Sunday is supposedly a day of rest !! How much rest am I going to get now ... jumping up and down to the Ya Yas version of Rambler at full volume and simultaneously trying to devise a cunning plan for avoiding work at all costs later in the year ? So is this true, or are you just getting in practice for April Fools Day ? Speak to us ... we implore you !



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bv,
thank you for your words on this!
time to get ready, financially, if at all possible, sounds great!

UP JUMPED THE DEVIL!!!!!!!! Thanks BV. Yeeeeeeeehaaaaaaaaaaawwwwwwwwwww!!!!!

JumpingKentFlash

Already started saving my dough for this.
Hope it ain't no false alarm, though.

Let's do it ....one more time!

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bv,
thank you for your words on this!
time to get ready, financially, if at all possible, sounds great!

F*ck getting ready. I'll loan money in the bank. TO THE HILT!!!!! Hope they come to Denmark and Lithuania.

JumpingKentFlash

Sounds good. Thanks, BV. Do I have still money left !!!! Waiting Europe Summer 2010. Before it looks terribly risky.

I need some Stones entertainment! I like the idea of starting in Asia because it gives me time to save some money before they come my way.

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Already started saving my dough for this.
Hope it ain't no false alarm, though.

Your reply was two hours after Bjornulf's post and you're saving already? LOL