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keefriffhards
Can someone please shed some light on why Keith is so energised some nights like he is here on JJF and on other nights he doesn't want to move, it's always fascinated me, i guess it's just the mood he's in, it's not due to age as its something he has always done on and off. He's definitely he's own man not a puppet, he is very unpredictable, I've just answered my own question, he does exactly what he wants, not what's expected of him like Mick who will flog himself to exhaustion in very hot temperatures with a bad cold because that's what's expected.
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Christiaan
Thank you for your friendly comments on my video. Just one small remark to yours. My advice would be, always keep your device horizontal when filming. Better to look back on iPad, PC, TV or other device
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keefriffhards
Been watching YouTube all night and it's clear Keith is stepping up to the mark, rather than show criticism towards Ronnie its better to give credit where its due, Keith is now holding this band together, if we had Keith underperforming now this tour would be horrendous, but Keith is taking this very seriously and apart from a few bum notes this is impressive, he's getting stronger every show, perhaps he's taking the extra responsibility.
If you listen to Bitch it's all Keith, he's turning the clock back 20 years here.
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keefriffhards
Been watching YouTube all night and it's clear Keith is stepping up to the mark, rather than show criticism towards Ronnie its better to give credit where its due, Keith is now holding this band together, if we had Keith underperforming now this tour would be horrendous, but Keith is taking this very seriously and apart from a few bum notes this is impressive, he's getting stronger every show, perhaps he's taking the extra responsibility.
If you listen to Bitch it's all Keith, he's turning the clock back 20 years here.
Very much so. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing/hearing when he played Bitch.
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keefriffhards
Can someone please shed some light on why Keith is so energised some nights like he is here on JJF and on other nights he doesn't want to move, it's always fascinated me, i guess it's just the mood he's in, it's not due to age as its something he has always done on and off. He's definitely he's own man not a puppet, he is very unpredictable, I've just answered my own question, he does exactly what he wants, not what's expected of him like Mick who will flog himself to exhaustion in very hot temperatures with a bad cold because that's what's expected.
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Sorry for posting this quite off topic, but I found this pic particularly funny...
Title: "When you’re a rock star but your opponent is Alain Delon, (1968)."
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keefriffhards
Can someone please shed some light on why Keith is so energised some nights like he is here on JJF and on other nights he doesn't want to move, it's always fascinated me, i guess it's just the mood he's in, it's not due to age as its something he has always done on and off. He's definitely he's own man not a puppet, he is very unpredictable, I've just answered my own question, he does exactly what he wants, not what's expected of him like Mick who will flog himself to exhaustion in very hot temperatures with a bad cold because that's what's expected.
How old are you? Keith is in his late 70s. Some days it's easy to move and some days it hurts. I just did 3 weeks of touring (Stones and others) and not quite 60. There were days my legs felt great and others it hurt to move. Those days it hurt I did the bare minimum and those days I felt great I pushed myself. Mick is a different kind of human. Not sure it is fair to compare the two.
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Doxa
Following the band too closely seemingly makes one's life miserable. Every gig always a disappointment.
One thing that seems to be forgotten in this stamp collecting culture in which a varied setlist is a value of its own is that any new song for the tour loses its impact pretty soon (after one or two performances). For example, the Stones playing "Out of Time" does not seem to excite people here any longer. But say, if one goes to see one show per tour or something like that (like I think quite many of even hardcore fans do), hearing that tune would be special and extraordinary, and something to look for. The same would go to "19th Nervous Breakdown" that despite making the set list last year in America isn't really a warhorse yet. I don't have an ability to see any of the shows this summer, but if I had I would love to hear those two tunes. They are like, say, "Under My Thumb", "Time Is On My Side" and "Let's Spend The Night Together" in 1981/82 tour, being so essential and peculiar to that tour. Actually if I look at five first tracks in this show, or any of this tour so far, they are pretty different compared to the tours in the past, only "Tumbling Dice" being a constant. Even "Street Fighting Man" had a holiday for years.
- Doxa
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azera45
The T-shirt for the Brussels concert has a greenhouse on the front. Does this have any meaning to Brussels?
Keith is doing a stellar job given his age and condition this tour. I don't have unrealistic expectations about what he can do and am happy to see him at all. But man, getting one of those moments where the Keith of old shines through is still so good. It also highlighted to me once more how much he is the driving force of the band - when he's on, then the songs are really cooking (as Bitch did here).Quote
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keefriffhards
Been watching YouTube all night and it's clear Keith is stepping up to the mark, rather than show criticism towards Ronnie its better to give credit where its due, Keith is now holding this band together, if we had Keith underperforming now this tour would be horrendous, but Keith is taking this very seriously and apart from a few bum notes this is impressive, he's getting stronger every show, perhaps he's taking the extra responsibility.
If you listen to Bitch it's all Keith, he's turning the clock back 20 years here.
Very much so. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing/hearing when he played Bitch.
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azera45
The T-shirt for the Brussels concert has a greenhouse on the front. Does this have any meaning to Brussels?
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Thanks for the info Yorkshire. Interesting although I would I thought they would have picture of the Mannekin Pis or the Atomium on the T shirt.
Did you enjoy gig?
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Doxa
Following the band too closely seemingly makes one's life miserable. Every gig always a disappointment.
One thing that seems to be forgotten in this stamp collecting culture in which a varied setlist is a value of its own is that any new song for the tour loses its impact pretty soon (after one or two performances). For example, the Stones playing "Out of Time" does not seem to excite people here any longer. But say, if one goes to see one show per tour or something like that (like I think quite many of even hardcore fans do), hearing that tune would be special and extraordinary, and something to look for. The same would go to "19th Nervous Breakdown" that despite making the set list last year in America isn't really a warhorse yet. I don't have an ability to see any of the shows this summer, but if I had I would love to hear those two tunes. They are like, say, "Under My Thumb", "Time Is On My Side" and "Let's Spend The Night Together" in 1981/82 tour, being so essential and peculiar to that tour. Actually if I look at five first tracks in this show, or any of this tour so far, they are pretty different compared to the tours in the past, only "Tumbling Dice" being a constant. Even "Street Fighting Man" had a holiday for years.
- Doxa
I am one that will be excited by those songs you mention. Besides, by "Living in a Ghost Town". I have deliberately avoided to listen to these live versions so far, in order to retain the magic. Only read the setlists, desperately hoping that they will play those songs in, yes, the one and only concert that I go to, in Stockholm. I will be very glad to have "Connection" as well, if possible.
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drbryant
Interesting how “Miss You” seems to be the pivotal song in the set these days - the one that really gets the crowd going. I remember some folks used to take a bathroom break during “Miss You”, but mo more.
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drbryant
Interesting how “Miss You” seems to be the pivotal song in the set these days - the one that really gets the crowd going. I remember some folks used to take a bathroom break during “Miss You”, but mo more.
In the shows I've been in the past I recall "Miss You" always receiving a warm reception, making people dance and sing-along, especially the female section. I think the idea of it being a 'piss break' song is a myth created here in IORR and reflecting the taste of certain hardcore fanbase here (and probably their own habits) .
- Doxa
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drbryant
Interesting how “Miss You” seems to be the pivotal song in the set these days - the one that really gets the crowd going. I remember some folks used to take a bathroom break during “Miss You”, but mo more.
In the shows I've been in the past I recall "Miss You" always receiving a warm reception, making people dance and sing-along, especially the female section. It is a different kind of song and it sets an unique atmosphere in the flow of the show. I think the idea of it being a 'piss break' song is a myth created here in IORR and reflecting the taste of certain hardcore fanbase here (and probably their own habits) .
- Doxa