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calipachangero
Its kind of amazing the energy Roger still must have. Then again, this new tour seems to me also a response to David Gilmours fantastic Tour during the last two years.
I'll catch both Boston shows during my very first trip from Europe to the US, already now looking forward to it!
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keefriff99
The Wall tour was stunning, but I couldn't help feel like it was a pre-recorded Broadway musical. Just too much lip-syncing and pantomime. Still very moving and awe-inspiring, but it felt too staged and canned.
Also saw his Dark Side of the Moon show in 2007, which was fantastic. Felt more organic and live to me, but most of the songs were sung by others since that was more of a Gilmour effort vocally.
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RollingFreak
I'm still hoping to grab some cheap tickes to his show in September, which will be done closer to the date to make sure the show is similar to Desert Trip's set last year which was basically the greatest set he could ever play IMO.
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Tate
Of the two RW songs previewed, I like one of them... the second, more somber one. It sounds like standard RW fare. But the first one (I don't recall the names of these two songs) was like a Pink Floyd parody, complete with Animals-era backing band, Have A Cigar rhythm, animal noises (!!) and over-the-top dark, protesty lyrics. I agree with most of RW's political messaging, I just think he could have benefitted from not parodying the Pink Floyd sound with that first previewed track. It just sounds kind of silly.
THAT SAID, I'd love to see a live show... I love RW's voice and I know his band will be top notch.
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crholmstrom
That setlist looks real good to me. Seeing him 1 month from today. Excited. I splurged a little on this one & got better seats than I usually get (good side seats, up a little, close to stage but back far enough to absorb the spectacle. Looking forward to it.
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That setlist looks real good to me. Seeing him 1 month from today. Excited. I splurged a little on this one & got better seats than I usually get (good side seats, up a little, close to stage but back far enough to absorb the spectacle. Looking forward to it.
Perfect spot and that's where I'll be also at a couple of shows - apprx. 10 or so rows up from floor and about 1/3 of the way back from stage (give or take) -perched above the fray.
I'm also taking my wife to see the show in Vegas, and will be 15th row floor near center. Anything closer is really too close for a show like this, and anything back to about row 30 is best to hear the quadrophonic sound and take in all the visuals. On another note, I've now heard the new album now in it's entirety thanks to a friend, so don't have to wait anxiously until June 2nd for official release anymore. All I can say is WOW...it's been a long time coming, but has been worth the very long wait. It's a winner from start to finish, and that's the best way to listen to it all as one long piece. Kind of wish he would play it live in it's entirety, but like a Stones show he has to give the general public what they want - mostly the classics.
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That setlist looks real good to me. Seeing him 1 month from today. Excited. I splurged a little on this one & got better seats than I usually get (good side seats, up a little, close to stage but back far enough to absorb the spectacle. Looking forward to it.
Perfect spot and that's where I'll be also at a couple of shows - apprx. 10 or so rows up from floor and about 1/3 of the way back from stage (give or take) -perched above the fray.
I'm also taking my wife to see the show in Vegas, and will be 15th row floor near center. Anything closer is really too close for a show like this, and anything back to about row 30 is best to hear the quadrophonic sound and take in all the visuals. On another note, I've now heard the new album now in it's entirety thanks to a friend, so don't have to wait anxiously until June 2nd for official release anymore. All I can say is WOW...it's been a long time coming, but has been worth the very long wait. It's a winner from start to finish, and that's the best way to listen to it all as one long piece. Kind of wish he would play it live in it's entirety, but like a Stones show he has to give the general public what they want - mostly the classics.
I just got an unreal good tape of Midnight Oil in Chicago last week. They start the show by playing 10,9,8... straight through. Unbelievable performance. Those guys have lost nothing in the 15 years since they last toured. They have rehearsed 100 songs for the tour & are changing the setlist nightly. I'm seeing them a week from tonight in a small theater. By luck of the draw, I ended up with front row. Concert season has been real good so far this year & looks to continue. Can't wait to hear the Waters album. I still play Amused to Death quite a bit.
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That setlist looks real good to me. Seeing him 1 month from today. Excited. I splurged a little on this one & got better seats than I usually get (good side seats, up a little, close to stage but back far enough to absorb the spectacle. Looking forward to it.
Perfect spot and that's where I'll be also at a couple of shows - apprx. 10 or so rows up from floor and about 1/3 of the way back from stage (give or take) -perched above the fray.
I'm also taking my wife to see the show in Vegas, and will be 15th row floor near center. Anything closer is really too close for a show like this, and anything back to about row 30 is best to hear the quadrophonic sound and take in all the visuals. On another note, I've now heard the new album now in it's entirety thanks to a friend, so don't have to wait anxiously until June 2nd for official release anymore. All I can say is WOW...it's been a long time coming, but has been worth the very long wait. It's a winner from start to finish, and that's the best way to listen to it all as one long piece. Kind of wish he would play it live in it's entirety, but like a Stones show he has to give the general public what they want - mostly the classics.
I just got an unreal good tape of Midnight Oil in Chicago last week. They start the show by playing 10,9,8... straight through. Unbelievable performance. Those guys have lost nothing in the 15 years since they last toured. They have rehearsed 100 songs for the tour & are changing the setlist nightly. I'm seeing them a week from tonight in a small theater. By luck of the draw, I ended up with front row. Concert season has been real good so far this year & looks to continue. Can't wait to hear the Waters album. I still play Amused to Death quite a bit.
Sounds good crholmstrom! I have a GA ticket to see Midnight Oil at the Wiltern Theater on Thursday, but I have the dreaded root canal tomorrow (actually technically later today it's 2:30 AM here )- will have to wait and see if I can withstand driving down to L.A., but am holding on to all hope I will be there. I also have a PIT ticket for the Greek theater when they come back in August, so if all else fails on Thursday, I have a pretty good plan B lined up. Best case scenario would be to see both though.
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calipachangero
Its kind of amazing the energy Roger still must have. Then again, this new tour seems to me also a response to David Gilmours fantastic Tour during the last two years.
I'll catch both Boston shows during my very first trip from Europe to the US, already now looking forward to it!
David Gilmours recent tour might have been a response to Roger Waters fantastic tour of The Wall a few years ago which started in 2010 in arenas and ran through 2013 in stadiums all around the world.
"As of 2013, the tour holds the record for being the highest-grossing tour for a solo musician, surpassing the previous record holder, Madonna".
The Wall Live (2010–13)
Having seen shows from both of those recent tours several times, I'd say Rogers tour was far superior in every way.
Looking forward to the new album and tour!
Enjoy your first trip to the US!
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Not sure how well that's going to play in the Midwest, or why he'd want to alienate half his market, or even feel the need to comment on American Politics nightly (this would be like Kid Rock doing a British tour and showing showing anti-Brexit messages nightly).
I think most are tired of hearing about the election and would rather settle for a night of good music.
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Not sure how well that's going to play in the Midwest, or why he'd want to alienate half his market, or even feel the need to comment on American Politics nightly (this would be like Kid Rock doing a British tour and showing showing anti-Brexit messages nightly).
I think most are tired of hearing about the election and would rather settle for a night of good music.
Similar to loudmouth Bono and U2...except one thing in favor or Roger Waters is he's actually a resident of the US (not sure about citizenship), but he'd probably be ranting about everything even if he lived on the moon. When that same political rant was performed and displayed at Desert Trip, a huge majority of everyone there were cheering, applauding, and laughing throughout - definitely everyone around me. I didn't see anyone's feelings hurt - be it the young whippersnappers, middle aged folks, hippies, punks, etc., and even the local wealthy golfing folks wearing their designer t-shirts and fancy jewelry - definitely some of which were conservative supporters of 'the man'. I thought it was brazen and funny at the same time, and while I'm not extreme left or right, I kind of absorbed it all thinking 'freedom of expression',etc. That said, it might have gone on for a bit too long...a bit of subtly might have worked better, but evidently he has very strong feelings. It was only after the fact where I read a very small few might have been offended, and some may have left the show early, but then again he was the last act of the long three day weekend, so there were people leaving for a variety of reasons. He's mentioned in recent interviews about that particular segment, and the risk of doing it in midwestern and/or conservative markets...he didn't give a shit. And then there's the Israeli/Palestine conflict that he addressed at those shows (something I'm not very well schooled in, though his position was clear)....not sure if those rants will remain, but if so....things could get interesting.
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Tate
I'm guessing RW's political message goes over fairly well wherever he plays, as I'd think a RW concert would be mostly attended by RW fans, most of whom get and appreciate his message as well as his music. I think those folks there who are casual Pink Floyd fans and oblivious to RW's political message or unappreciative of it will be in the minority, as in not enough for their boos to be heard above the cheers, even in the deep red states.