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This was arguably the best show of the tour so far and I was there. Holy fuck.
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Is it just me, or is pulling a woman on stage every night getting a little tired? I appreciate it's a thrill for the lady, and I know it's a gesture on Bono's part of bridging the gap between them and us, but I think he could come up with new and better ways of doing that. Pulling someone up every once in a while, great, but every single night for the third tour in a row?
Is it just me, or is pulling a woman on stage every night getting a little tired? I appreciate it's a thrill for the lady, and I know it's a gesture on Bono's part of bridging the gap between them and us, but I think he could come up with new and better ways of doing that. Pulling someone up every once in a while, great, but every single night for the third tour in a row?
I'll post my full review later, but please don't bash Melissa. She is one of the nicest people I have ever met and we all should be happy for her.
I'll post my full review later, but please don't bash Melissa. She is one of the nicest people I have ever met and we all should be happy for her.
I thought tonights show was a great show and the crowd seemed to have alot more enthusiasm than last night which is always good. I had a blast, however, that being said, I am going to be frank about what i think about sitting behind the stage-- it's not for me. I discovered that I really feed off the energy they give out and that was missing for me in a way; I didnt really hit nirvana like I do when they are facing me,even if I cant see them very close. At least I know they are looking out my way. SO, I was abit disappointed...especially since I could tell that the crowd was really great & the band was responding to that. I wanted to be part of it and felt left out. I also found myself sardined in the middle of a row which Ive never encountered before. Bizarre i know. I was so squished, I could barely move to the music. I went with two friends and this was their first u2 show...they said they enjoyed the show and didnt mind the band's forward facing predominance. But they had a different perspective...they werent even curious to know what it would be like from a different vantage point, which every fanatic obsesses about, as we know. Dont get me wrong, they do make some small appearances towards the back, but is very fleeting & minimal. Most of the time you are just looking at the screen & the back of their bodies. The approximity to them didnt seem to be a big benefit in this case (for me anyway.) They are still quite far away -i could not get one decent photo of them w. zoom, so much for "being closer" lol Id much rather be looking directly at them from the far end of the stadium, than behind. Thats just me though. I dont plan on getting behind the stage seats again. I told myself that during the VErtigo tour, but the illusion of the 360 lured me in.
Ive read a few reviews describing a postive experience from behind the stage which did play a factor in me choosing them. I just wanted to offer another experience. What I think Id like to advise anyone considering them...is to think about what your personal preference is in regards to how important band interaction is to you. Or the "feeling" of interaction... the energy given out towards you. If you thrive on that, then behind the stage is definitely not for you.
Youll still have a good time, but finding "lift off" might be more challenging.
Regardless of this--- It was a blast and Im so sad no more shows........
I'll post my full review later, but please don't bash Melissa. She is one of the nicest people I have ever met and we all should be happy for her.
Is it just me, or is pulling a woman on stage every night getting a little tired? I appreciate it's a thrill for the lady, and I know it's a gesture on Bono's part of bridging the gap between them and us, but I think he could come up with new and better ways of doing that. Pulling someone up every once in a while, great, but every single night for the third tour in a row?
Ive read a few reviews describing a postive experience from behind the stage which did play a factor in me choosing them. I just wanted to offer another experience. What I think Id like to advise anyone considering them...is to think about what your personal preference is in regards to how important band interaction is to you. Or the "feeling" of interaction... the energy given out towards you. If you thrive on that, then behind the stage is definitely not for you.
Youll still have a good time, but finding "lift off" might be more challenging.
Regardless of this--- It was a blast and Im so sad no more shows........
I'll post my full review later, but please don't bash Melissa. She is one of the nicest people I have ever met and we all should be happy for her.
I'm not going to write a full review because so many people around here are much better at it than I am. I will make a few observations/comments.
Night 1
- The sound was a bit off. I was in section 334 row 7 and we heard a bit of an echo whenever Bono spoke and during a couple of songs. They seemed to sort it out though.
- The inner circle looked packed solid from my view, but there was plenty of space in GA for people who wanted to hang back and jump around like mad -- and many did
- I loved the set list and the people down in GA looked to be having a blast, while the people in my section were very sedated and only stood for the usual songs like SBS, Vertigo, Elevation, Streets and ISHFWILF. They were very quiet during the NLOTH songs with the exception of Boots. I think my friends and I and a few other people were the only ones standings throughout the entire show.
- Great opportunity for photos of the claw in all of it's glory.
Night 2
- The sound and view of the band from section 110 row 29 was excellent.
- I was shocked to see all four guys hit the stage together and new something was up. I was shocked when they started with Magnificant. The crowd around me really got into the opening. The reaction to the opener was much better than the previous night with Breathe opening.
- Couldn't see the full impact of the claw, but I saw it the night before so it was okay.
- GA looked more crowded, and again I loved watching the energy of the people down there. I am very tempted to do GA next time around, or at least seriously consider it.
- Drunks in expensive seats are more obnoxious than drunks in cheap seats.
- Overall I had a blast at both shows, but night 2 definitely had the edge for me. Breathe is actually one of my favorite songs and I did miss it, but not enough to ruin my night. If they didn't play UF I would have been crushed. Would I have preferred Breathe in favor of something else (One, WOWY)? Yes, without a doubt, but no real complaints about the set list from me.
The only down side of the two nights was not having an opportunity anyone from Interference. Maybe next time.
I'll post my full review later, but please don't bash Melissa. She is one of the nicest people I have ever met and we all should be happy for her.
I am going to be frank about what i think about sitting behind the stage-- it's not for me. I discovered that I really feed off the energy they give out and that was missing for me in a way
Yep, the same with me. I was with two casual fans who weren't bothered by the lack of energy/enthusiasm, but would have preferred better seats.I went with two friends and this was their first u2 show...they said they enjoyed the show and didnt mind the band's forward facing predominance. But they had a different perspective...they werent even curious to know what it would be like from a different vantage point, which every fanatic obsesses about, as we know.
That's a great point, and I'd say say take the same into consideration when thinking about seats that are high up. It could vary venue to venue, but for me I'd never do section 300 seats at Gillette. Lower level or GA all the way.What I think Id like to advise anyone considering them...is to think about what your personal preference is in regards to how important band interaction is to you. Or the "feeling" of interaction... the energy given out towards you. If you thrive on that, then behind the stage is definitely not for you. Youll still have a good time, but finding "lift off" might be more challenging.
I know how you feel. Post show depression will hit me full blast tomorrowRegardless of this--- It was a blast and Im so sad no more shows........