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=> GENERAL DISCUSSION => Topic started by: hutch on January 13, 2015, 03:40:40 pm
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I was surprised to see Belle and Sebastian are playing the Echoplex which is the Capitals practice facility in Ballston... given the magnitude of the show I thought it warranted its own thread..
Anybody planning on going? Is there an opener?
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Echostage is the venue.
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will there be a presale for American Express cardholders?
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Think you meant to say EchoStage :)
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Think you meant to say EchoStage :)
oh my bad.. I stand corrected..
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i havent seen them in like forever..seriously...
these days what would the likelihood be of them playing My Wandering Days Are Over? Is that their regular closer (I mean I've got to believe..)...
Is the set list mainly from Tigermilk, IYFS, and TBWTAS?
Also any info on meet and greets would be cool...I just picked up a second copy of their DVD..everyone got that? Its called "For Fans Only"!
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I don't believe B&S has a standard "closer". On the last tour it was Get Me Away From Here I'm Dying.
I don't think we have any definitive ideawhat their set is going to be like. With a new album, it'll probably be pretty heavy on that. At Merriweather, summer 2013, which was further from an album release, there was really only 2-3 from IYFS and 4ish from TBWTAS. Don't think anything off Tigermilk got played. I'd expect this tour to be very new album heavy.
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People of Earth, the IMP presale is actually on Thursday! 10 am EASTERN..
Regular on sale is FRIDAY at 10 am
all sales are apparently through Ticketmaster
No word yet on VIP Meet and Greets or the AMEX Presale...or even ticket prices
it is GA show..
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or even ticket prices
$45
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or even ticket prices
$45
including fees?
I wish I had 500 darn points.. I am so close..
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including fees?
No.
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openers seems all over the map...from Perfume Genius to Son Lux and Courtney Barnett
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Does this show really need it's own thread?
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Does this show really need it's own thread?
and like clockwork here is MR KILLJOY.. MR I WON'T RESPOND TO HIS POST AS I HAVE (NOT) BEEN DOING..
yes this show warrants its own thread unlike say your hobo shows nobody cares about.
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Does this show really need it's own thread?
To be fair, it will probably be one of, if not the, most boardie attended show of 2015.
That said, it probably does not NEED its own thread.
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Does this show really need it's own thread?
and like clockwork here is MR KILLJOY.. MR I WON'T RESPOND TO HIS POST AS I HAVE (NOT) BEEN DOING..
yes this show warrants its own thread unlike say your hobo shows nobody cares about.
You just did.
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show each other your penises right now!
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The hobo comments... What is your deal? I asked a simple question.
Thank you for your answer Julian, you were most helpful with my inquiry.
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show each other your penises right now!
Now, that's the first reasonable suggestion I've heard all day.
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Thank you for your answer Julian, you were most helpful with my inquiry.
And a tip of my fedora to you, gentlesir.
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Likewise!
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Belle and Sebastian website presale is TOMORROW 1-14 at 10 am EASTERN
developing....
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show each other your penises right now!
Perhaps I was over-reading, but when Hutch announced that Killsally had "filled his inbox" I assumed your suggestion had already happened.
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This show merits it's own thread
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For newbie I pulled this info off of Stubhub:
Belle and Sebastian Tickets - Belle and Sebastian Tour Dates
Belle and Sebastian Concert Schedule
There's no doubt that when it comes to great indie rock groups, Belle and Sebastian is at the very front of the pack. This acclaimed indie rock group has been beloved by fans and critics alike since the 1990s, and they haven't slowed down one bit over the course of their illustrious career. Hailing from Scotland, this indie pop rock outfit continuously cranks out hits like "The Boy with the Arab Strap", "I Want the World to Stop", and "Expectations". If you are a fan of great indie pop tunes, then you definitely want to catch Belle and Sebastian in concert when you have the chance. Fortunately, this beloved indie pop group is heading to stages across the US for another round of exciting shows, and you could score your tickets right here on StubHub!
Starting in September, Belle and Sebastian will be performing in cities like Miami Beach, Orlando, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. This Scottish indie pop rock troupe will also be performing at the highly anticipated Austin City Limits, one of the world's biggest music festivals. With so many chances to see Belle and Sebastian perform in the upcoming months, indie music fans everywhere are already itching with anticipation. You could snag your tickets to one of Belle and Sebastian's fall shows right here on StubHub! Great concerts should be fun and memorable, not stressful, which is why StubHub makes it easy to get tickets to the best shows of the year. So don't waste another second?head to StubHub to secure your Belle and Sebastian tickets today!
Belle and Sebastian Background
Belle and Sebastian is a Scottish indie pop rock group that consists of Stuart Murdoch, Stevie Jackson, Chris Geddes, Richard Colburn, Sarah Martin, and Bobby Kildea. The band's roots date back to 1996, when Murdoch and former member Stuart David came together to record some demos on their college's label, Electric Honey. The duo had already accumulated such an impressive collection of songs that the record label decided to let Belle and Sebastian record a full-length album, and so the group released Tigermilk that same year. After the album received such glowing reviews from critics and fans, Murdoch and David decided to complete the band with more musicians, and Belle and Sebastian officially became a full-time group.
This Scottish indie outfit reached critical acclaim early on in their career, as their third LP, The Boy With The Arab Strap, climbed all the way to number 12 on the UK music charts and received rave reviews from publications like Rolling Stone magazine and Pitchfork. Suddenly, Belle and Sebastian became one of the most talked about new bands in the indie scene, and they have accumulated numerous prestigious nominations and awards for their fresh and fun indie pop sound. For the past couple of decades, Belle and Sebastian has dominated the indie music scene with their phenomenal music, and they just continue to wow critics and music lovers with their groundbreaking tunes and awe-inspiring live shows.
There is no doubt that Belle and Sebastian has become one of the most beloved bands in the international indie pop scene, and now they are getting ready for another exciting round of shows?and you could secure your spot in the audience at one of these shows by relying on StubHub! Thanks to StubHub, you could score tickets to a Belle and Sebastian show in less than a few minutes!
Greatest Hits
Belle and Sebastian have released eight studio albums over the course of their career: Tigermilk (1996), If You're Feeling Sinister (1996), The Boy with the Arab Strap (1998), Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant (2000), Storytelling (2002), Dear Catastrophe Waitress (2003), The Life Pursuit (2006), and Belle and Sebastian Write About Love (2010). The group has also released a few compilation albums and live albums, and fans have fallen in love with some of their major hit tracks like "I Want the World to Stop", "Get Me Away From Here, I'm Dying", "There's Too Much Love", and "Funny Little Frog".
If you want to catch one of the most acclaimed indie pop groups in action, make sure to grab your tickets on StubHub today!
Trivia
At the 2014 NME Awards, Belle and Sebastian were honored with the "Outstanding Contribution to Music" award.
The Experience
For nearly two decades, Belle and Sebastian has been cranking out some of the best tunes in indie pop, and they have amassed fans all over the world. This acclaimed Scottish band has also earned a great reputation for putting on a mesmerizing live show, so if you want to see one of the best indie rock shows of the year, you definitely don't want to miss a Belle and Sebastian concert. Grab your tickets to one of their upcoming shows right here on StubHub!
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show each other your penises right now!
Just watched that workaholics last night....classic
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Belle and Sebastian website presale is TOMORROW 1-14 at 10 am EASTERN
developing....
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For newbie I pulled this info off of Stubhub:
Belle and Sebastian Tickets - Belle and Sebastian Tour Dates
Belle and Sebastian Concert Schedule
There's no doubt that when it comes to great indie rock groups, Belle and Sebastian is at the very front of the pack. This acclaimed indie rock group has been beloved by fans and critics alike since the 1990s, and they haven't slowed down one bit over the course of their illustrious career. Hailing from Scotland, this indie pop rock outfit continuously cranks out hits like "The Boy with the Arab Strap", "I Want the World to Stop", and "Expectations". If you are a fan of great indie pop tunes, then you definitely want to catch Belle and Sebastian in concert when you have the chance. Fortunately, this beloved indie pop group is heading to stages across the US for another round of exciting shows, and you could score your tickets right here on StubHub!
Starting in September, Belle and Sebastian will be performing in cities like Miami Beach, Orlando, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. This Scottish indie pop rock troupe will also be performing at the highly anticipated Austin City Limits, one of the world's biggest music festivals. With so many chances to see Belle and Sebastian perform in the upcoming months, indie music fans everywhere are already itching with anticipation. You could snag your tickets to one of Belle and Sebastian's fall shows right here on StubHub! Great concerts should be fun and memorable, not stressful, which is why StubHub makes it easy to get tickets to the best shows of the year. So don't waste another second?head to StubHub to secure your Belle and Sebastian tickets today!
Belle and Sebastian Background
Belle and Sebastian is a Scottish indie pop rock group that consists of Stuart Murdoch, Stevie Jackson, Chris Geddes, Richard Colburn, Sarah Martin, and Bobby Kildea. The band's roots date back to 1996, when Murdoch and former member Stuart David came together to record some demos on their college's label, Electric Honey. The duo had already accumulated such an impressive collection of songs that the record label decided to let Belle and Sebastian record a full-length album, and so the group released Tigermilk that same year. After the album received such glowing reviews from critics and fans, Murdoch and David decided to complete the band with more musicians, and Belle and Sebastian officially became a full-time group.
This Scottish indie outfit reached critical acclaim early on in their career, as their third LP, The Boy With The Arab Strap, climbed all the way to number 12 on the UK music charts and received rave reviews from publications like Rolling Stone magazine and Pitchfork. Suddenly, Belle and Sebastian became one of the most talked about new bands in the indie scene, and they have accumulated numerous prestigious nominations and awards for their fresh and fun indie pop sound. For the past couple of decades, Belle and Sebastian has dominated the indie music scene with their phenomenal music, and they just continue to wow critics and music lovers with their groundbreaking tunes and awe-inspiring live shows.
There is no doubt that Belle and Sebastian has become one of the most beloved bands in the international indie pop scene, and now they are getting ready for another exciting round of shows?and you could secure your spot in the audience at one of these shows by relying on StubHub! Thanks to StubHub, you could score tickets to a Belle and Sebastian show in less than a few minutes!
Greatest Hits
Belle and Sebastian have released eight studio albums over the course of their career: Tigermilk (1996), If You're Feeling Sinister (1996), The Boy with the Arab Strap (1998), Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant (2000), Storytelling (2002), Dear Catastrophe Waitress (2003), The Life Pursuit (2006), and Belle and Sebastian Write About Love (2010). The group has also released a few compilation albums and live albums, and fans have fallen in love with some of their major hit tracks like "I Want the World to Stop", "Get Me Away From Here, I'm Dying", "There's Too Much Love", and "Funny Little Frog".
If you want to catch one of the most acclaimed indie pop groups in action, make sure to grab your tickets on StubHub today!
Trivia
At the 2014 NME Awards, Belle and Sebastian were honored with the "Outstanding Contribution to Music" award.
The Experience
For nearly two decades, Belle and Sebastian has been cranking out some of the best tunes in indie pop, and they have amassed fans all over the world. This acclaimed Scottish band has also earned a great reputation for putting on a mesmerizing live show, so if you want to see one of the best indie rock shows of the year, you definitely don't want to miss a Belle and Sebastian concert. Grab your tickets to one of their upcoming shows right here on StubHub!
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Anyone know if there is a ticket limit for the presale?
Also, what is the capacity at Echostage?
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Anyone know if there is a ticket limit for the presale?
Also, what is the capacity at Echostage?
I think about 3,000.
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Anyone know if there is a ticket limit for the presale?
Also, what is the capacity at Echostage?
I think about 3,000.
oh..they will sell it out quick then
three days between that show and their next one in Columbus
they may add a second show on the 12th...i wouldn't bet against it..I don't have to tell you the 12th is a Friday!
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Is there a way to hide this thread?
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Does the strategery bother you or is the font too bright?
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The Riviera show in Chicago (capacity about 3,500) went on sale well over a month ago...maybe 2 months ago...and it still isn't sold out. This show won't sell out that fast.
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i havent seen them in like forever..seriously...
these days what would the likelihood be of them playing My Wandering Days Are Over? Is that their regular closer (I mean I've got to believe..)...
Is the set list mainly from Tigermilk, IYFS, and TBWTAS?
Also any info on meet and greets would be cool...I just picked up a second copy of their DVD..everyone got that? Its called "For Fans Only"!
A recent setlist...
You're Just a Baby
I'm a Cuckoo
The Stars of Track and Field
If She Wants Me
Women's Realm
Allie
Perfect Couples
The Fox in the Snow
A Century of Fakers
I Didn't See It Coming
The Party Line
The Wrong Girl
A Summer Wasting
The Boy with the Arab Strap
Judy and the Dream of Horses
Encore:
Sleep the Clock Around
(They played "My Wandering Days Are Over" in Sept. 2014 in Florida)
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did a little fixing :)
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I must say, I had about zero interest in seeing them at MPP, so I'm looking forward to seeing them at ES
I agree with Bearman, don't think it will sell out...at least right away
if the set lists are even close to half of that, I think I'd leave happy
Dog on wheels or take me away I'm dying
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Is anyone grabbing surcharge-free tickets at the club/please grab me one? Can send cash immediately electronically or via snail mail or in person.
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So it seems like there are tons of tix left @
http://www.belleandsebastian.com/tickets
So if you go directly to the BO you'll save a $5.14 service fee per tix and USPS Standard Mail $3.75
not looking like this will sell out (immediately) if even the fan presale doesn't sell out
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Is anyone grabbing surcharge-free tickets at the club/please grab me one? Can send cash immediately electronically or via snail mail or in person.
I would also be interested in this if someone is willing to get me a pair as well. If its a regular, would paypal $ in advance.
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I would be interested in a half price VIP ticket... if anyone can grab me one from the club I would be grateful...tell Seth that Hutch sent you...thanks
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...tell Seth that Hutch sent you...
that also might get you kicked out...but worth a try
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I would be interested in a half price VIP ticket... if anyone can grab me one from the club I would be grateful...tell Seth that Hutch sent you...thanks
You must not have seen Seth's post about them holding you free tickets and seating at the upstairs balcony.
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I am thinking that this might be a show to get there early to snag a balcony spot
What is the deal with the VIP there anyway?
are their separate tix for that?
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Did anyone other than Sidehatch manage to get tickets??
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So it seems like there are tons of tix left @
http://www.belleandsebastian.com/tickets
So if you go directly to the BO you'll save a $5.14 service fee per tix and USPS Standard Mail $3.75
not looking like this will sell out (immediately) if even the fan presale doesn't sell out
Thanks Sidehatch.
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Did anyone other than Sidehatch manage to get tickets??
for the record...they are still available
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Was walking through Nordstorm's the other day and "Boy with the Arab Strap" was played in the store...pretty sure I was the only person in the store singing along. In other words, they are Nordstorm's worthy.
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I want my hat tip now!!!!!!!!!!!
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well if this any indication of some of their upcoming setlist...consider me excited!
The Party Line
Le Pastie De La Bourgeoisie
The Power of Three
My Wandering Days Are Over
Perfect Couples
The Fox in the Snow
Nobody's Empire
Dog on Wheels
Legal Man
Sleep the Clock Around
Note: recording for KCRW (http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/belle-and-sebastian/2015/apogee-studio-santa-monica-ca-5bca833c.html) Morning Becomes Eclectic 1/20/15 -
In a 10-song set that will be broadcast Monday, Feb. 2 on KCRW's "Morning Becomes Eclectic," the new tracks from Girls in Peacetime fit comfortably alongside the band's earlier, more folksy material ? even the slinky "Party Line," which Murdoch, looking decidedly un-disco-tastic in a tan jacket and tilted-back fedora, delivers less like a future Disclosure collaborator and more like the droll Scotsman he is, clearly relishing the track's groove but never fully succumbing to it. It's not a full-blown foray into EDM ? more a clever sequel to 2004's "Your Cover's Blown," the band's last trip to the disco (http://www.laweekly.com/music/relax-belle-and-sebastian-fans-they-didnt-make-a-dance-album-5343932).
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Holy cow. Yes, great selection of tunes. Very nice.
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btw I think there are still autographed copies of the new CD available on Amazon
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I love 'The Party Line' - can't wait to hear it performed live!
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They posted that KCRW (http://www.kcrw.com/music/shows/morning-becomes-eclectic/belle-sebastian-2015-02-02) set from above today
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ADDED AS SUPPORT for Belle and Sebastian at Echostage on 6/11: "Archie, Marry Me" masterminds Alvvays (http://alvvays.com/)
really had wanted to make their dc9 show in nov, so this works out well
...also still not sold out and wonder if it will
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Smackie has a new Scottish neighbor who likes wine more than beer, so we're now friends.
He also bought us tickets to the Belle and Sebastian show on April 12 in Berkeley, so I will be able to report back before your show.
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Smackie has a new Scottish neighbor who likes wine more than beer, so we're now friends.
He also bought us tickets to the Belle and Sebastian show on April 12 in Berkeley, so I will be able to report back before your show.
Seeing them in Chicago in a week...I'm curious to see how the new material sounds live. I tried to go back and listen to the new LP recently. Some of the synths sound like Korean pop music. Not sure I'm digging the approach they took. I prefer B&S with strings and piano/organ. Digital disco isn't always the best approach, yet it seems like everyone is using technology more and more on their LPs with mixed results.
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The Riviera show in Chicago (capacity about 3,500) went on sale well over a month ago...maybe 2 months ago...and it still isn't sold out. This show won't sell out that fast.
There is no way in hell the Riv is 3,500 capacity. It's the same size as 9:30.
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The Riviera show in Chicago (capacity about 3,500) went on sale well over a month ago...maybe 2 months ago...and it still isn't sold out. This show won't sell out that fast.
There is no way in hell the Riv is 3,500 capacity. It's the same size as 9:30.
(http://www.troll.me/images/thumbs-up-jesus-says/1000-posts-nice-job-thumb.jpg)
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^^^^ LOL, thanks for that.
I'm not a big fan of the new album. There are certainly some strong tracks, but as an entire album, it's not that great. Then again, I also thought Write About Love was outstanding while many panned it.
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The Riviera show in Chicago (capacity about 3,500) went on sale well over a month ago...maybe 2 months ago...and it still isn't sold out. This show won't sell out that fast.
There is no way in hell the Riv is 3,500 capacity. It's the same size as 9:30.
2,500 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riviera_Theatre)
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The Riviera show in Chicago (capacity about 3,500) went on sale well over a month ago...maybe 2 months ago...and it still isn't sold out. This show won't sell out that fast.
There is no way in hell the Riv is 3,500 capacity. It's the same size as 9:30.
yippi-kia-ah 1000!
also
The Riviera Theatre is a concert venue in the north side of Chicago, Illinois. The Riviera Theatre is capable of seating some 2,500 audience members
9:30 The club has a capacity of 1200 people and is a standing-only venue.
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The Riv is definitely 2500 folks...mostly standing. Very few seats except maybe the balcony.
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Some interesting surprises tonight: Le Pastie de la Bourgeoisie, A Century of Fakers, Lazy Line Painter Jane, The Blues are Still Blue....and then of course stuff like The Wrong Girl, the Model, Piazza New York Catcher, I'm a Cuckoo...newer stuff like The Power of Three, Perfect Couples, The Party Line, Nobody's Empire. Sukie, Boy With the Arab Strap, Sleep the Clock Around.
Sadly no songs from IYFS, Write About Love, or Tigermilk.
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Sadly no songs from IYFS
that is ridiculous
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Sadly no songs from IYFS
that is ridiculous
Stuart was losing his voice and I think they cut the set short a couple songs...it seemed odd that they performed nothing from it. They do have a string section but last night they felt under-utilized.
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Sadly no songs from IYFS
that is ridiculous
yeah, that's bumming me out
LLPJ is great tho..
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but you've heard songs from it before during the previous 8 tours, right?
Sadly no songs from IYFS
that is ridiculous
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but you've heard songs from it before during the previous 8 tours, right?
Sadly no songs from IYFS
that is ridiculous
huh? I never seen them...I think I had a ticket for their first DC show at the Black Cat but had to be in Panama for work...really sucked...
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so looks like they are really doing a wide variety of songs on this tour
Chicago is like the only date that didn't get something off of IYFS
seems like every night you get 1-2 off IYFS, Tigermilk and at least 2 of the EP's from that era
So I'll take 4-6 songs from the golden era and 5 from the new one and be very content
Also, I keep bitching about their output after This Is Just a Modern Rock Song
But I do really like this song I want the world to stop (https://vimeo.com/15869958)
wasn't released as single
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Seattle:
http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/belle-and-sebastian/2015/paramount-theatre-seattle-wa-6bc8b62a.html
Really solid selection. I think they played "The Boy With the Arab Strap" too.
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hmm still no sinister :o
but these three are particularly nice
Electronic Renaissance
My Wandering Days Are Over
The State I Am In
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Electronic Renaissance
To be fair, isn't that most people's least favorite track off Tigermilk?
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The legs, on this thread, is fascinating.
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I take it that this sebastian fellow and his belle are people i need to know about?
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Electronic Renaissance
To be fair, isn't that most people's least favorite track off Tigermilk?
I like it a lot.
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Electronic Renaissance
To be fair, isn't that most people's least favorite track off Tigermilk?
Fantastic song, and the live version is better than the studio. Lots of fun to dance to.
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I take it that this sebastian fellow and his belle are people i need to know about?
I'm going to say...No you don't need to
I'm liking the prospect of this not selling out
as I'm really tiring of all these (over)sold out shows
get off my lawn!
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Belle and Sebastian co-founder and former member Stuart David (now of Looper) has shared "Paper Boat", (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DdVKTU3fWw8)a previously unreleased B&S song written around the same time as 1998's The Boy With the Arab Strap. The song is accompanied by a video directed by longtime B&S collaborator and Looper member Karn David, featuring footage of Stuart Murdoch and the since-departed Isobel Campbell on vacation in Aberdeenshire, Scotland in 1998
though it wasn't released, it was on the 'black sessions' which was often 'traded' back in the days people traded cassettes of live shows
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I was really underwhelmed by Paper Boat. No wonder they never want to play it.
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I don't think they're going to knock anyone's socks off with rare songs being played (i.e. I Love My Car, Beautiful, String Bean Jean, or I'm Waking Up to Us), but the pool of songs they are playing from is very strong. I hope they aren't playing the new lame, full band version of Piazza they've played the last couple times through. Write About Love is a great album and deserves more than just one song a show. And yes, I Want the World to Stop is a great song.
All in all, with their most recent tours, you know what you are going to get, but they're still going to be awesome.
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My God Help The Girl DVD kickstarter finally arrived today, there is a reason I won't ever back a film project on kickstarter again... Me thinks Stuart and co got in over there head with some of what was on offer.
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lets face it...
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From last night's Berkeley show:
Nobody's Empire
I'm a Cuckoo
The Party Line
The Stars of Track and Field
Dirty Dream Number Two
If She Wants Me
Perfect Couples
Lord Anthony
Electronic Renaissance
The Power of Three
Sukie in the Graveyard (Sukie danced on stage )
Women's Realm
Simple Things
The Boy with the Arab Strap
Legal Man
Sleep the Clock Around
Encore:
Piazza, New York Catcher
Le Pastie De La Bourgeoisie
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From last night's Berkeley show:
Nobody's Empire
I'm a Cuckoo
The Party Line
The Stars of Track and Field
Dirty Dream Number Two
If She Wants Me
Perfect Couples
Lord Anthony
Electronic Renaissance
The Power of Three
Sukie in the Graveyard (Sukie danced on stage )
Women's Realm
Simple Things
The Boy with the Arab Strap
Legal Man
Sleep the Clock Around
Encore:
Piazza, New York Catcher
Le Pastie De La Bourgeoisie
That's a fantastic setlist. VERY nice!! Sounds like a super fun show.
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I heard their Coachella setlist this weekend! Sounded great.
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Piazza, New York Catcher
I thought it was pretty cool on facebook you actually went to the statue afterwards. (I didn't want to comment on your friend's photo.)
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Piazza, New York Catcher
I thought it was pretty cool on facebook you actually went to the statue afterwards. (I didn't want to comment on your friend's photo.)
Thank you for keeping the public informed of your facebook interactions/lack thereof....riveting.
Did you like the Hillary Clinton page yet?
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That's a fantastic setlist. VERY nice!! Sounds like a super fun show.
Yes, I was a very happy man last night. Gorgeous weather, gorgeous venue, the band was in great spirits and played a wonderful set list - San Francisco themed for sure. I'm still on a bit of a high from it.
Piazza, New York Catcher
I thought it was pretty cool on facebook you actually went to the statue afterwards. (I didn't want to comment on your friend's photo.)
Haha - I'm glad somebody got it. I asked the cabbie to drop us a couple blocks short of home for that photo. You could have commented, he's got a great sense of humor.
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so Mays...
(http://s1.totalprosports.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/6-willie-mays-statue.jpg)
or Juan Marichal ?
(http://www.offbeat.group.shef.ac.uk/statues/images/baseball/Marichal_JuanA.jpg)
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so Mays...
There's actually McCovey and Cepeda statues as well.
But we took our photo in front of Mays because I always thought this lyric was a clever play on Willie Mays:
"The statue's crying too and well he may"
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I always thought this lyric was a clever play on Willie Mays:
"The statue's crying too and well he may"
I always assumed everyone picked up on this.
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My God Help The Girl DVD kickstarter finally arrived today, there is a reason I won't ever back a film project on kickstarter again... Me thinks Stuart and co got in over there head with some of what was on offer.
What is your problem with God Help the Girl?
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The film itself is fine, it's just that the Kickstarter wasn't exactly a positive experience. I.e. the original delivery date for it was June 2013. But due to distribution deals they signed it is now only being sent out. It also means some are now finally getting other perks paid for in Feb 2012. A bonus disc I was supposed to get is now being provided as digital downloads. Plus, there was a very long silence about the status of the project after the movie was released.
Basically, I won't back any movies on Kickstarter, as final distribution is determined by many forces, much different than say getting an finished album.
I backed another movie and it turns out they needed even more money to secure musical rights before they could release it.
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I backed Super Troopers 2 knowing full well that it's going to be a shit show. I'll be shocked if I ever get my digital copy.
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I backed Super Troopers 2 knowing full well that it's going to be a shit show. I'll be shocked if I ever get my digital copy.
yeah...but that's a worthy cause.
I'm sure there will be some bongs filled courtesy of kickstarter
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Since it?s a pretty special home show for us this Friday, we?ve decided to record the performance for posterity. Therefore we are excited to announce that we?ve teamed up with live music retailers Concert Live to bring you our Glasgow Hydro Arena performance in bespoke, instantly available three disc CD format, complete with original artwork and packaging
link (https://concertlive.co.uk/product.php?id=378)
(https://concertlive.co.uk/images/tours/belleandsebastian/live-packshot.jpg)
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it's official ....
My Belle & Sebastian (Echostage) tickets have been dispatched
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What's everyone doing for parking at this show? Should we start a new thread?
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I'm not sure I understand what is special about parking. I found parking much easier than, say Black Cat or D.A.R.
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Real B&S fans take the Bus
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uhhh . . . parking at black cat.
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If it was not for the parking and the people, I would go to more shows in DC.
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uhhh . . . parking at black cat.
man I remember the good old days where you could always find a spot within one block of the black cat any night of the week and Yum's was your only option for food
...well of course you had to make sure you had 'the club' and detachable face to your radio too
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If it was not for the parking and the people, I would go to more shows in DC.
so you want shows without people or without people from DC?
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I try to avoid going to shows in DC. To each their own. I prefer the crowds at Baltimore shows (with some exceptions).
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You, are, weird. But I like it.
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I try to avoid going to shows in DC. To each their own. I prefer the crowds at Baltimore shows (with some exceptions).
I think you might like Echostage.. the neighborhood around it is very much like Baltimore...the sound however...
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From what I am reading, the sound is just like baltimored, too . . . Shitty.
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You, are, weird. But I like it.
The same could be said for you! ;D
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Back on topic...what is everyone doing for parking? Any options for car pooling or a boardie shuttle bus?
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Back on topic...what is everyone doing for parking? Any options for car pooling or a boardie shuttle bus?
I kinda like the idea of shuttle bus running between the Backbar and Echostage.
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Real B&S fans take the Bus
I'll be taking the bus to the show, but I'll (likely) be catching a ride back from a driving friend.
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Since it’s a pretty special home show for us this Friday, we’ve decided to record the performance for posterity. Therefore we are excited to announce that we’ve teamed up with live music retailers Concert Live to bring you our Glasgow Hydro Arena performance in bespoke, instantly available three disc CD format, complete with original artwork and packaging
link (https://concertlive.co.uk/product.php?id=378)
(https://concertlive.co.uk/images/tours/belleandsebastian/live-packshot.jpg)
I'll pick up a copy of this. They've been a roll lately, has anyone been checking the setlists? Playing classics from across their catalog and really digging for deep cuts.
I have a bunch of audience bootlegs, so it will be nice to get an "official" copy. The only other official bootleg I have of theirs is the 2006 show at 9:30 after the New Pornographers (I'll share it here if anyone wants a copy). LOVE IT still, though I didn't attend because I didn't live here at the time.
CORRECTION: the 2006 show wasn't official, but was a NPR recording, and was my introduction into the greatness that is NPR's music effort.
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Since it?s a pretty special home show for us this Friday, we?ve decided to record the performance for posterity. Therefore we are excited to announce that we?ve teamed up with live music retailers Concert Live to bring you our Glasgow Hydro Arena performance in bespoke, instantly available three disc CD format, complete with original artwork and packaging
link (https://concertlive.co.uk/product.php?id=378)
(https://concertlive.co.uk/images/tours/belleandsebastian/live-packshot.jpg)
I'll pick up a copy of this. They've been a roll lately, has anyone been checking the setlists? Playing classics from across their catalog and really digging for deep cuts.
I have a bunch of audience bootlegs, so it will be nice to get an "official" copy. The only other official bootleg I have of theirs is the 2005 show at 9:30 after the New Pornographers (I'll share it here if anyone wants a copy). LOVE IT still, though I didn't attend because I didn't live here at the time.
I was at that show...it was a good one. I think the date on it is 3/6/2006. I've also got a really good one from Gothenburg in 2004 (I think this was broadcast on the radio), and the show from Belfast as a bonus disc to the BBC Sessions compilation is really great. I love the guy in the audience who is recruited to sing "I'm Waiting for the Man". Also, don't forget on iTunes there's the live version of "If You're Feeling Sinister". I actually listen to it more than the studio version.
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Also, don't forget on iTunes there's the live version of "If You're Feeling Sinister". I actually listen to it more than the studio version.
YES, I agree, it's 10x better than the studio version, though I don't listen to it much anymore.
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Too bad they never released that one on CD :'(
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It has been decided that Bagley and I will be making last minute parking decisions about this show.
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It has been decided that Bagley and I will be making last minute parking decisions about this show.
A+
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It has been decided that Bagley and I will be making last minute parking decisions about this show.
wow, talk about living on the edge... you crazy kids.
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It has been decided that Bagley and I will be making last minute parking decisions about this show.
wow, talk about living on the edge... you crazy kids.
It's like that.
And that's, the way, it is.
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YOPO, dawg.
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Too bad they never released that one on CD :'(
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I'll burn it for you if you want a copy.
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Too bad they never released that one on CD :'(
:/
I'll burn it for you if you want a copy.
can you press a vinyl one for Hutch
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I am really impressed with how the band is spreading the wealth song-wise on this tour. They are playing songs across the spectrum. I especially appreciate the Dear Catastrophe Waitress songs being played, those songs like If You Find Yourself Caught in Love are very underrated live.
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The set list for the Glasglow show (https://concertlive.co.uk/product.php?id=378) was exactly what I'd like to see in DC (IWtWtS!)
Nobody's Empire
I'm a Cuckoo
The Party Line
Dirty Dream Number Two
If She Wants Me
I Want the World to Stop
Perfect Couples
Lord Anthony
If You're Feeling Sinister
The Power of Three
Electronic Renaissance
Dear Catastrophe Waitress
If You Find Yourself Caught in Love
The Boy with the Arab Strap
Legal Man
Sleep the Clock Around
Get Me Away From Here, I'm Dying
Le Pastie De La Bourgeoisie
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I agree, that's an ideal setlist. Doesn't get any better than that.
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well, with the amount of tix selling below face value...me thinks the sightlines won't be so bad
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I agree, that's an ideal setlist. Doesn't get any better than that.
[cough] Piazza, New York Catcher [/cough]
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I don't want them to play it if it's the lame new full band version they play.
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I don't want them to play it if it's the lame new full band version they play.
Lord Anthony > Piazza. Just my 2 cents. Especially in concert.
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I don't want them to play it if it's the lame new full band version they play.
Lord Anthony > Piazza. Just my 2 cents. Especially in concert.
i don't care for Lord Anthony at all and Women's Realm and The Model beat the living daylights out of both songs. . . IMHO.
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Stop it, already. We could play this game all day.
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Stop it, already. We could play this game all day.
It wouldn't be 930.com if someone wasn't telling other people they weren't discussing music properly. . .
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so...I have a ticket and have some friends with an extra
If anyone is looking for an extra below face...reach out to me
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https://twitter.com/nee_massey/status/609037651514134529
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Lord Anthony > Piazza. Just my 2 cents. Especially in concert.
They played both in SF. And it was the acoustic version of Piazza while he was walking in the crowd.
And this one:
Women's Realm
Gauntlet thrown....
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They've resurrected "I'm Waking Up to Us" and "Jonathan David". Nice.
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So got a free tix if anyone wants to go
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So got a free tix if anyone wants to go
Actually, I would love it!
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So got a free tix if anyone wants to go
Actually, I would love it!
This is why this board is awesome. Bearman's in my top 3 people to go see B&S with....
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Thanks Smackie!
Alright, I'll be the first to chime in.
1) Echostage was INFINITELY more bearable than the Replacements show. Great sound, fewer people and lots more space...but still felt like a pretty full show.
2) The setlist...wow. Other than 1 weak song in the encore and the wrong song to end the show with (that honor should have gone to "Judy and the Dream of Horses"), I'd say it was pretty friggin' awesome.
3) The band really seemed to enjoy themselves. Stuart was funnier and more charming than he's been in a while. I'd say this ranked as the best show I've seen since the Hollywood Bowl in 2006.
Highlights: "Expectations", "I'm Waking Up To Us", "Fox in the Snow" (where even all the chatty Cathys in my area finally shut up and realized that they were witnessing something really special), "My Wandering Days Are Over", "Electronic Renaissance", "Jonathan David", "Dog on Wheels"...and even the newer songs fit in well for some nice variety. I'm so very, very happy and I'm glad that my work schedule allowed me to see this. I would have been so disappointed if I saw that setlist and I hadn't been there.
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^^^ Nice review, obviously you are a true fan.
Is there anyone cooler in the world than Stuart? Quite simply one of the most brilliant minds and likable people in music. He's always engaging and always in a great mood. It must be hard to do that EVERY SINGLE NIGHT because it is difficult for me to act like that at ALL. Plus he still writes amazing pop songs. Stuart, and the band, have a lot left in the tank. Stuart seems to like DC, he always makes heartfelt observations about the District.
Band was in great form. I disagree with the criticism of Dear Catastrophe Waitress at the end, I was impressed with how well they played it. It seems like a very difficult song to play and they rarely perform it. Setlist was great overall, the band still comes up with surprises, even if you have seen them live a few times. Their setlists are always varied and diverse. I also noticed they played a lot of old stuff for you whiners at the expense of Write About Love, which I love and didn't have any songs played.
I forget how great and underrated the Life Pursuit songs are. Blues are Still Blue is an all time classic live, they should play it more often. Videos on the high-def screen behind the band were a nice touch too, and a little outside the box for B&S, who usually goes with the more staid backdrops at shows, which are fine too.
Oh and Echostage: Get some god damn A/C. Jesus. It was pretty warm in there early on, I'd hate to see how hot the place gets packed with people dancing their asses off and drinking and taking substances. Plus bottled water was $5. Either get A/C or drop the cost of water.
Place has good views and aesthetics, and I thought the sound was great, but the location stinks. I'd trade venue appearance and cleanliness for better location near Metro and dumpier building. Now does Seth own Echostage, or how does that work? I saw a co-owner mentioned in the "Molly death" the other night.
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best show I've seen since the Hollywood Bowl in 2006.
Was that the show with both the Shins and LA Philharmonic? Oh man, I was huge into the Shins at the time, would have been Greatest Show Ever (TM) for me. Plus the orchestra, what could be better?
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Apparently if you didn't like the setlist I'm partially to blame...through the magic of social media I threw some requests to Stevie, and he showed the list to Stuart...among them were "I'm Waking Up to Us", "Electronic Renaissance" and "Jonathan David". I should have asked for "I Love My Car"...but there's NO way that'll ever get played live. Too many horns. And thanks for saying I'm a true fan...they're one of my all-time favorites. Don't get me wrong, I love "Dear Catastrophe Waitress", I think I'm just used to seeing them end with something like "Sleep the Clock Around", "Judy" or "Get Me Away From Here I'm Dying" (which I'm sorta over).
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best show I've seen since the Hollywood Bowl in 2006.
Was that the show with both the Shins and LA Philharmonic? Oh man, I was huge into the Shins at the time, would have been Greatest Show Ever (TM) for me. Plus the orchestra, what could be better?
That was the one. There's no way I can forget that show. They opened with "Fuck This Shit", then Stuart walked out and started singing "I Fought In A War". When the orchestra started playing I just couldn't believe it. The sound in that place was flawless. The audience stayed seated for most of the show until they played "I'm a Cuckoo". During "Your Cover's Blown" Stuart ran into the audience, and after that it was a free-for-all. People came running down from the nosebleed seats and people were dancing everywhere. It started off like a classical performance and turned into a full-on dance party. And the Shins were good too. Uneven at first, but by the end they really were great. B&S sold out the Bowl.
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And most of all, thank you Sidehatch for the ticket...so good to meet you and your friends. I hope you had as much fun as I did.
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I should have asked for "I Love My Car"...but there's NO way that'll ever get played live. Too many horns.
I want to hear that most as well. There is a youtube video of them playing in Singapore recently. They can do it, I just want to see it myself. I know they like upbeat shows, but it would be nuts to hear them play Beautiful or Put the Book Back on the Shelf.
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In a strange train of events, I was able to go and see them for the first time. Oddly, every time they've been in DC prior I haven't been able to go.
They did not disappoint at all. Fantastic show.
And the sound was pristine. I was concerned it would bounce around that space too much considering the design.
(Thanks Bearman! And Sidehatch lovely to meet you!)
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I'm looking at the written setlist and Stuart made the right decision to choose "Expectations" (over "Another Sunny Day") and "I'm Waking Up To Us" (over "Allie" and Sukie in the Graveyard") ;D
Me and the Major was also on the setlist as the other choice for the set opener but they ended up playing Judy instead. I wish they had settled for Me and the Major but oh well.
Great and highly enjoyable show. DC got the better crowd and dancers than the NYC show the night before. Echostage is fine if you get there early and you're in first 5 rows. Otherwise, forget it.
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i havent seen them in like forever..seriously...
these days what would the likelihood be of them playing My Wandering Days Are Over?
So for some reason Hutch turned down a free ticket and door to door service....and they played "My Wandering Days are Over"
Stuart talked a little bit about how that it was the first song he wrote as B&S
He said he penned it in Jan of 96 was joking how some in the front weren't even born then
as he was staring 50 in the face (although he is only 46)
I thought it was a great set list
I would have liked Get me away, Sleep away, Me and the Major or I want the world to stop
but Wandering days, Dog On Wheels and Expectations made up for that in spades
Thought the sound was great
Crowd size was perfect, enough to feel like the place was not empty, but perfect to move around and get up front if you wanted to
Stuart was definitely hamming it up as was Stevie
What was up with that bit about the West Wing?
Stuart Loves Seth...said everytime they come to DC 9:30 hooks them up
AC could have been better
Since the crowd at a B&S show tend to lean female and twee men...sight lines weren't a problem with my towering 5'9" stature...
quite the opposite at the Mats
I can't believe there wasn't even a water fountain!
Also...Parking was a breeze, just go over that little bridge past the club and there was boatloads of street parking. They were charging $30 in front of the club
Also that 'free shuttle' seems like a joke. you have to walk down to the McD's and then then I saw at least 50 people waiting close to 1 hour after the show ended (it's only 1.5 miles people!)
All in all a great experience, was more than happy to grant elite boardie like Bearman a 'miracle ticket'
It was nice to meet him and Lily and hope to see them at future shows
So my echohatin isn't as high anymore, but there is room for improvement
last thought...loved the horn player...his part on Dog on Wheels was a highlight for me
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/57bd4431c088af6ec0058bf46dfe7a33/tumblr_nptcxbD0Jt1sgfkmzo2_1280.jpg)
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I saw Belle and Sebastian 3 times this week and I don't regret. Each show had 7-10 unique songs. For some reason them seem to never play my favorite songs (Like Dylan in the Movies, Me and the Major, A Century of Fakers -- they did a few times this year), but that's only a minor complaint after watching more than 45 songs this week.
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the new songs are pretty weak but the good thing is that they probably won't do them next tour.
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the new songs are pretty weak but the good thing is that they probably won't do them next tour.
I don't mind one or 2 for variety. I like them in small doses. But when you go from "Perfect Couples" to "Fox in the Snow", you know just how good they're capable of being. I've been seeing them for 17 years and the nice thing is that there are very few songs they're guaranteed to perform. They're good at delving into their repertoire. That's what makes seeing them a couple times per tour worth it.
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All in all a great experience, was more than happy to grant elite boardie like Bearman a 'miracle ticket'
It was nice to meet him and Lily and hope to see them at future shows
I wonder how many other cities have a community like the 9:30 BB...truly awesome folks. Sidehatch, you qualify as elite boardie before me for sure. Sure we're elitist snobs, but at least we like good music.
(http://www.wordandfilm.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/high-fidelity.jpg)
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i havent seen them in like forever..seriously...
these days what would the likelihood be of them playing My Wandering Days Are Over?
So for some reason Hutch turned down a free ticket and door to door service....
That would've cleared you for at least 10 beers hutch has purchased you.
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Some dancing ensued.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRVu6W2cXH4
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i havent seen them in like forever..seriously...
these days what would the likelihood be of them playing My Wandering Days Are Over?
So for some reason Hutch turned down a free ticket and door to door service....
That would've cleared you for at least 10 beers hutch has purchased you.
...I KNOW!
I think the offer at least holds some weight too...at least 3 or so beers off my hutch-debt
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i havent seen them in like forever..seriously...
these days what would the likelihood be of them playing My Wandering Days Are Over?
So for some reason Hutch turned down a free ticket and door to door service....
That would've cleared you for at least 10 beers hutch has purchased you.
...I KNOW!
I think the offer at least holds some weight too...at least 3 or so beers off my hutch-debt
no credit i'm afraid.. :)
huh? i am really confused.. didn't you email me about how you wanted face value a couple of days ago even though it was selling below face on stubhub and then post about selling it everywhere you could? even below face, presumably rather than give it to me? next time just say i have an extra cause my spouse backed out why don't you take it? i mean you couldn't seriously expect me to give you face value when you tell me its selling below face value on stubhub, right? i'm not going to ask for a freebie if you want money for it...but if you want to invite me to a show particularly belle and sebastian i'm hardly the guy to say no!
i opened an email yesterday at 5 -that you sent at 1130-or so saying you thought you had placed your ticket but a friend of yours had an extra if i wanted it.... by that point there was no way
anyways, glad people had fun! looks like an awesome time.. and i love boardies helping out boardies......
got to get back to weedwacking...
oh glad to see Seth post on the board..been a while..
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I emailed you saying I had a free ticket and a ride the day of the show
you can interpret it how ever you like
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take this business to AOL messenger.
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take this business to AOL messenger.
I just logged into AIM and found someone on my friend list was actually logged on. I had completely forgotten this was a thing. Wow/
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take this business to AOL messenger.
I just logged into AIM and found someone on my friend list was actually logged on. I had completely forgotten this was a thing. Wow/
hahah... I did the same thing probably a year ago and there were a few people still lurkin' around.
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Some dancing ensued.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRVu6W2cXH4
Fantastic.
It also allowed me to find this:
Lord Anthony > Piazza. Just my 2 cents. Especially in concert.
They played both in SF. And it was the acoustic version of Piazza while he was walking in the crowd.
Piazza (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKGb43yRQGk)
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Lord Anthony (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNdbjFzkUbI&list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_&index=5)
!0 Tracks from the Berkeley Show (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_)
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Some dancing ensued.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRVu6W2cXH4
Fantastic.
It also allowed me to find this:
Lord Anthony > Piazza. Just my 2 cents. Especially in concert.
They played both in SF. And it was the acoustic version of Piazza while he was walking in the crowd.
Piazza (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKGb43yRQGk)
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Lord Anthony (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNdbjFzkUbI&list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_&index=5)
!0 Tracks from the Berkeley Show (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_)
must say, the girls who got up and danced at the SF show could actually dance and were much hotter than the ones in DC
4.20 on this clip of sukie (https://youtu.be/vazADLsUSiQ?list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_)
Although I did get to the most awkward fist pump/high five with Jericho
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they played "My Wandering Days are Over"
Stuart talked a little bit about how that it was the first song he wrote as B&S
He said he penned it in Jan of 96 was joking how some in the front weren't even born then
as he was staring 50 in the face (although he is only 46)
Funny. He told us the first song he wrote for B&S was Le Pastie De La Bourgeoisie. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uI8DTqdK14U&list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_&index=10)
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Some dancing ensued.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRVu6W2cXH4
Fantastic.
It also allowed me to find this:
Lord Anthony > Piazza. Just my 2 cents. Especially in concert.
They played both in SF. And it was the acoustic version of Piazza while he was walking in the crowd.
Piazza (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKGb43yRQGk)
v
Lord Anthony (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNdbjFzkUbI&list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_&index=5)
!0 Tracks from the Berkeley Show (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_)
must say, the girls who got up and danced at the SF show could actually dance and were much hotter than the ones in DC
4.20 on this clip of sukie (https://youtu.be/vazADLsUSiQ?list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_)
Although I did get to the most awkward fist pump/high five with Jericho
This is what 10 seconds of the DC video looked like to me.
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I wonder how many other cities have a community like the 9:30 BB...truly awesome folks. Sidehatch, you qualify as elite boardie before me for sure. Sure we're elitist snobs, but at least we like good music.
I wonder too. We used to have one in Montreal until around 2006 where quite a lot of local bands also posted but it died due to moving to a new address and trolls. Is there one for London?
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I wonder how many other cities have a community like the 9:30 BB
We used to have one in Montreal until around 2006 ...
but it died due to .. trolls.
Guess we have Kozmo to thank for that!
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must say, the girls who got up and danced at the SF show could actually dance and were much hotter than the ones in DC
4.20 on this clip of sukie (https://youtu.be/vazADLsUSiQ?list=PLujkdDYKKNkt2_2obRsOwpnCqb6scGzI_)
I would have written a song about her too....
(that's Sukie for those that just skip to 4:20)
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my 2nd time at Echostage.... the sound was shitty at the Replacements gig, and then again for the opener last night, so I was not expecting much, but then as if by magic, it was nice and clear for B&S..... wandered up to the club at about 7:30, half hour after doors opened and was shocked to see long lines still waiting to get in..... a bunch of police cars and some crew with a professional video/movie camera out front.... anyway, there were pretty invasive pat downs before you could get in, which explained why the lines were still there, it was pretty slow going.....I wonder why that was the case at this particular show?? this was my first B&S gig, and probably my last.... like Springsteen, I recognize the talent, musicianship, etc, but for some reason the music just doesn't speak to me at all..... don't know why, it just didn't..... agree with those that said that it still felt full but a bit more relaxed than the Replacements, was able to maintain a semblance of personal space.... also agree that the A/C wasn't working as well as it had at the Mats gig, it was hot that day too but pretty comfortable inside the club..... last night it was pretty hot....
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^^^ I guess this might explain the increased security presence at Echostage on Thursday..... tragic....
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/crime/college-sophomore-from-va-dies-after-taking-drug-known-as-molly/2015/06/11/8de23d10-1073-11e5-a0dc-2b6f404ff5cf_story.html?hpid=z4
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Since it?s a pretty special home show for us this Friday, we?ve decided to record the performance for posterity. Therefore we are excited to announce that we?ve teamed up with live music retailers Concert Live to bring you our Glasgow Hydro Arena performance in bespoke, instantly available three disc CD format, complete with original artwork and packaging
link (https://concertlive.co.uk/product.php?id=378)
(https://concertlive.co.uk/images/tours/belleandsebastian/live-packshot.jpg)
FYI, I picked this up and it's really good. I would have preferred the DC setlist, but the stuff with strings on it sounds gorgeous. And they REALLY nail "Dear Catastrophe Waitress"...the horn sounds so darn good. "If You're Feeling Sinister" may be the best live version yet that I've heard. And I know some of you don't care for "Lord Anthony" but I just love the live version of that song. When Stuart puts himself into it, those lyrics are just crushing.
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Yes, my buddy ripped me a copy and I agree it's great. Like most live albums, it sounds terrible on headphones, but is amazing on a big stereo. Agree with just everything you said.
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Like most live albums, it sounds terrible on headphones, but is amazing on a big stereo.
"Like most?" Please, explain.
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Oh BTW the Echostage show is available on Dime a Dozen.
http://www.dimeadozen.org/torrents-details.php?id=531651