Hahaha for fucks sake these people are a joke
Yet, they are still the ones at the venue, and at the front of the line.
Hahaha for fucks sake these people are a joke
U2 should just make the line with random # wristbands at 3pm each day.
U2 should just make the line with random # wristbands at 3pm each day.
I think originally the lists were done with good intentions. People would get their numbers, but would need to stay in line, only leaving to use the bathroom or grab a bite really quick. The numbering system basically kept order and protected the line from people who tried to butt in later in the day, because if they didn't have a number and weren't on the list then you had proof that they were just trying to cut in line.
But the system has taken on a life of it's own and is way out of hand these days.
This is exactly how it started out on the Elevation Tour. In my experience, anyway. .
Right this was the case for Elevation. Basically showed up, put your name on list and wrote your number on your hand and camped out in the line. Leave for a bathroom break or food or to put stuff in the car. But you spent the day in the line and you met some cool fellow U2 fans and swapped stories.
But remember guys. They can't do a lottery. Because if the coveted BiggestU2FansEverTM aren't in front, U2 will play a crappy show because they will not have their "energy" to carry them through the gig...
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Don't even get me started on this. I think I took 10 photos combined at the two shows I attended, and most of those were taken between songs. I mean, to each their own as it pertains to photographing/recording shows, but I show up to experience the concert, not chronicle it. And I need my arms free for air drums. Duh.
BUT THAT'S JUST ME.
I've only stood at near main stage once this tour (3rd "row") and the energy was infinitely better around the B-stage. Most on the main stage rail ( the night I was there) were taking pictures the entire show. Like, the ENTIRE show. From what I saw, they were taking fantastic pics (for point and shoot cameras) but it seriously didn't look like they were rocking out. Just standing with their cameras/phones. The whole time. I enjoyed the B-stage so much more even though the band isn't there for too long. I remember front rail people having more fun during 360.
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It's my goal to take hundreds of pictures of NSW not taking pictures at a U2 concert.
I tried to send you a PM but your box is full so I'll ask here. I'm flying through New York to Europe the same time U2 will be in town, and I figure if I get there a day early, I might be able to check out a show. But unfortunately I am flying into Newark, so how big of a pain in the ass would it be to get from the Newark airport to the MSG area? Especially if you are carrying a big ass piece of luggage...
Right this was the case for Elevation. Basically showed up, put your name on list and wrote your number on your hand and camped out in the line. Leave for a bathroom break or food or to put stuff in the car. But you spent the day in the line and you met some cool fellow U2 fans and swapped stories.
I've only stood at near main stage once this tour (3rd "row") and the energy was infinitely better around the B-stage. Most on the main stage rail ( the night I was there) were taking pictures the entire show. Like, the ENTIRE show. From what I saw, they were taking fantastic pics (for point and shoot cameras) but it seriously didn't look like they were rocking out. Just standing with their cameras/phones. The whole time. I enjoyed the B-stage so much more even though the band isn't there for too long. I remember front rail people having more fun during 360.
Take the airtrain to ny penn. You'll be fine
That smiley matches his expression in the pic perfectly.
That's still how it is here, and that's the part I love about lining up. Spending the whole day with people just as crazy about your favourite band as you are, just sharing stories, discussing songs.. it's basically a real life forum.
Where did it all go so bloody wrong in the US?
Where did it all go so bloody wrong in the US?
What went wrong is a group of fans want to make sure they get the prime spots, so they start the line way earlier than necessary. Then, because they don't want to camp, they institute a list enabling them to be at the top of the list but also free to go places.
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Canadians have been saying this for years.
What's really pissing me off is these assholes are now coming up to Toronto & Montreal to impose their fucking bullshit on us as well.
Stay home, you pricks.
French Canadians called the police on them the second day in Montreal and I have never witnessed such an excellent moment in my life.
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