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=> GENERAL DISCUSSION => Topic started by: freddyadu on December 18, 2004, 01:46:00 pm

Title: the roots
Post by: freddyadu on December 18, 2004, 01:46:00 pm

worth $35?
 
 i saw them in the late 90s opening for beck and they were incredible.
 
 did anyone go when they played at umd?

Title: Re: the roots
Post by: francis farva on December 18, 2004, 02:42:00 pm

I paid $35 to see them play in Dublin, Ireland a few months back.  They were very, very good. I'm definitely going to shill out the dough to see them in DC.

Title: Re: the roots
Post by: SalParadise on December 18, 2004, 06:39:00 pm

in my opinion, they are the best live band on the planet. if it weren't for me being out of town, i'd go both nights.
 
 and i've already seen them 15-16 times before.
 
 i went to the college park show last month. they were excellent (even though the venue set-up was weak).

Title: Re: the roots
Post by: palahniukkubrick on December 18, 2004, 07:22:00 pm

The first time I saw them, at Moby's area one tour, their show wasn't anything special though not without its charm. However the second time early this year they were astounding. I expect it to be good.

Title: Re: the roots
Post by: PigIron on December 19, 2004, 01:40:00 am

Some people will complain that the 35 bucks is too much to pay for any show.  But I agree that this is worth it.  Great live band.  Saw em about a year ago when they did the Okayplayer show.  Felt a bit ripped off because they didn't play much at all - rather it was a showcase for their label.  When they do the full-on set they are pretty impressive.