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There are some pretty nasty voice isolation tracks that I've heard of Linda. As for Patty, her "moment" in the live 10th Ave. Freeze Out is pretty irritating IMHO.

That's exactly what I'm talking about...that weird warbling was awful. That entire extended 15-minute version of 10th Ave is awe-inspiring except for that.

I especially love the buildup to introducing Clarence. Absolutely epic.

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Why only one European date on that list,surely more to be announced very soon?

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crholmstrom
Decision 2016: Iggy Pop with Josh Homme or Springsteen? I'm afraid this one isn't even close for me. Iggy all the way. I saw 2 of the River shows in 1980 (actually shook Bruce's hand when he came out in the crowd in Seattle). I don't think he's going to top that. This is about budgetary considerations. It's essentially Queens of the Stoneage backing Iggy. I'm real down with that. Iggy is getting older now & the show is in a cool old theater. Bruce is playing an outdated arena. Iggy presale is today....

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Decision 2016: Iggy Pop with Josh Homme or Springsteen? I'm afraid this one isn't even close for me. Iggy all the way. I saw 2 of the River shows in 1980 (actually shook Bruce's hand when he came out in the crowd in Seattle). I don't think he's going to top that. This is about budgetary considerations. It's essentially Queens of the Stoneage backing Iggy. I'm real down with that. Iggy is getting older now & the show is in a cool old theater. Bruce is playing an outdated arena. Iggy presale is today....

I listened to a few of the Iggy/Josh tracks and they didn't blow me away. I appreciate what they're trying to do, but it just didn't grab me.

Honestly, Josh Homme has never blown my socks off. I have a friend who's obsessed with everything he does, and I keep trying to get into his work, and it doesn't work for me. I LIKE him just fine...Kyuss and QOTSA both have great songs, but I just don't get the hard-on some people have for him.

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Why only one European date on that list,surely more to be announced very soon?

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Decision 2016: Iggy Pop with Josh Homme or Springsteen? I'm afraid this one isn't even close for me. Iggy all the way. I saw 2 of the River shows in 1980 (actually shook Bruce's hand when he came out in the crowd in Seattle). I don't think he's going to top that. This is about budgetary considerations. It's essentially Queens of the Stoneage backing Iggy. I'm real down with that. Iggy is getting older now & the show is in a cool old theater. Bruce is playing an outdated arena. Iggy presale is today....

I listened to a few of the Iggy/Josh tracks and they didn't blow me away. I appreciate what they're trying to do, but it just didn't grab me.

Honestly, Josh Homme has never blown my socks off. I have a friend who's obsessed with everything he does, and I keep trying to get into his work, and it doesn't work for me. I LIKE him just fine...Kyuss and QOTSA both have great songs, but I just don't get the hard-on some people have for him.

This one for me is more about Iggy. @ age 68, I don't imagine there are going to be many more chances to see him. He sounded real good on Colbert. I was lucky I got to see the Funhouse (with Mike Watt) Stooges lineup twice when they reformed. Both were amazing shows & different. One was at a large outdoor festival & the other in a small auditorium. The original Stooges are all gone now except for Iggy & that's a sad thing. I'd like to see him with James Williamson but it doesn't feel like the Stooges without the Asheton brothers. I don't think it does for Iggy either. According to the email I got from QOTSA, they are going to perform music from Iggy's entire catalog in addition to the new stuff. In regards to Bruce, I still like some of his music but I'm not really hard core into it anymore. I got to see him twice on the original Darkness tour & twice on the original River tour. After that, he's been hit & miss for me. Part of that is the fans. It's become pretty ritualized. I always thought the River would've been a great single album but was too long as a double. I think I would get restless going through the whole thing. I do like that he's stripped down the band some. I may relent & go but it will depend on ticket prices & what night of the week. Those work night shows are rugged & a 3.5 hour show would be tough getting up at 4 the next morning. The Iggy show is at the Paramount Theater. Much better venue. I tend to prefer the smaller shows nowadays for the most part. Iggy is definitely one of my all time faves & I'm looking forward to this. Not many dates & we're lucky to get one in Seattle. One last note: I saw one QOTSA show in a small club with Dave Grohl on drums. That was mighty!

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I can't really speak to Iggy, but I can speak for Bruce. I've seen him 10 times now I think. This is the first tour in awhile that I'm missing. I saw him do The River in 09 when he did it ONCE on the Working On A Dream tour. It was incredible. One of the best shows I ever saw. Then again, The River's my favorite album, and it was a one off, so it was very special.

Now that he's doing a whole tour of it, I feel the specialness (not of my night, but of doing the record) is kind of gone. The great thing about MSG is it felt like it was all hardcores there, and specifically there to see that album. It made for a great energy. When it becomes the focal point of a tour, you get the typical casual fans that are just going cause its Bruce. I don't really wanna see The River with them, but I'm being picky. Its a combination of a lot. He raised his ticket prices to be about $170 after all the fees, which is a lot to go an 11th time. On top of it, I already saw him do this album, so I basically saw this show. Thirdly, I don't think he could top what I saw in 09. And even if he could, I have that memory of that amazing show. I don't really need to match it.

So thats how I see it. I REALLY wanted to see him this tour. I hadn't seen him since 2012 so its been a while. But as soon as he announced the album, I kind of checked out. For what its worth, I've heard the shows have been really good, and I'm sure they are. I'm happy for others if they really love this album to get that experience. If he can do that "great night" I had all over the country, thats certainly a cool thing. Also, if you happen to JUST be a fan of 1980 and earlier Bruce, this is kind of the tour for you. I can't help you if you don't love all of the River, but this is definitely the most he's played ONLY BITUSA and back setlists. There's really not much room for anything else, so you really are getting The River, and then hits. So you should know most of the show, if that factors into the decision.

But again, the way I see it is Bruce will be around. I don't think this is the last E Street Band tour, as it seems like a bad farewell, so you should have that chance again. Bruce himself isn't going anywhere anytime soon, so I didn't go this tour and I'm fully certain he'll be back again some other time still doing great shows. Iggy is older, and his brand of performing can only last so long. So I understand you wanting to catch him, and for the money which I assume is WAY cheaper than Bruce, he's probably the better choice. By no means is this tour a bad Bruce show, but he'll be back and Iggy is less so on that front in my mind.

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I wrote earlier in this thread I scored tix for his show in Phoenix. Funny, now, I have no interest in seeing the show. Have lost my interest in seeing Springsteen live and don't know exactly why. I know the band will play well, he'll put on a helluva performance, but I go, "Meh, nothing I haven't seen or heard before in some way shape or form". The missus and daughter are looking forward to it. So, what happened? I have this same view toward a number of groups/performers, including the Stones...been there, done that, show me something new. Anyone else experience something like this? How do you get excited to see someone or some band where you know almost every note or gesture they will make? What makes him/her/them worthwhile?

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I'll be there for both Iggy and Bruce--and also for many newer bands. Looks to be a great musical spring and summer!

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crholmstrom
Decision 2016: Iggy Pop with Josh Homme or Springsteen? I'm afraid this one isn't even close for me. Iggy all the way.

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Decision 2016: Iggy Pop with Josh Homme or Springsteen? I'm afraid this one isn't even close for me. Iggy all the way.

I wanted to score a ticket for the Paris show. The 2800 tickets sold in like two minutes... Enjoy the Popomme for me! ><

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I wrote earlier in this thread I scored tix for his show in Phoenix. Funny, now, I have no interest in seeing the show. Have lost my interest in seeing Springsteen live and don't know exactly why. I know the band will play well, he'll put on a helluva performance, but I go, "Meh, nothing I haven't seen or heard before in some way shape or form". The missus and daughter are looking forward to it. So, what happened? I have this same view toward a number of groups/performers, including the Stones...been there, done that, show me something new. Anyone else experience something like this? How do you get excited to see someone or some band where you know almost every note or gesture they will make? What makes him/her/them worthwhile?

The way I look at it, virtually everyone I see anymore is in their 60s or beyond. I keep going because one of these days it will be the last time I'll ever see them. Glad I saw the Eagles two years ago (only time ever)...wish I had seen Bowie back in 2004 when I had the chance (would have been my first and only time).

My favorites won't be around forever, so it's worth the predictability. Someday in the not-too-distant future, I won't be going to any concerts, because they'll all be retired or dead!

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According to La Republica Bruce will be playing at the Circo Massimo in Rome on 16 July and at Milan San Siro on 13 July. Sorry at work so no time to give a complete translation.

Bruce in Italy

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Yoko Ono is a great artist, a unique singer and a wonderful person. I love her. John Lennon loved her too I am told.

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It seems Bruce in Milano july 3rd, San Siro stadium. Not 13 th

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Why only one European date on that list,surely more to be announced very soon?

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Most likely more european gigs in the month of May.!!!
Hope to catch Bruce in Amsterdam
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It seems Bruce in Milano july 3rd, San Siro stadium. Not 13 th

Yes I just checked Bruce's own website and it says Milan 3rd July and Rome 16th July.

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I wrote earlier in this thread I scored tix for his show in Phoenix. Funny, now, I have no interest in seeing the show. Have lost my interest in seeing Springsteen live and don't know exactly why. I know the band will play well, he'll put on a helluva performance, but I go, "Meh, nothing I haven't seen or heard before in some way shape or form". The missus and daughter are looking forward to it. So, what happened? I have this same view toward a number of groups/performers, including the Stones...been there, done that, show me something new. Anyone else experience something like this? How do you get excited to see someone or some band where you know almost every note or gesture they will make? What makes him/her/them worthwhile?

The way I look at it, virtually everyone I see anymore is in their 60s or beyond. I keep going because one of these days it will be the last time I'll ever see them. Glad I saw the Eagles two years ago (only time ever)...wish I had seen Bowie back in 2004 when I had the chance (would have been my first and only time).

My favorites won't be around forever, so it's worth the predictability. Someday in the not-too-distant future, I won't be going to any concerts, because they'll all be retired or dead!

I know how you feel.

I never got to see the Eagles even though I had several opportunities, and I'm kicking myself for putting it off. You just never know...