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Bummer.

 

Wilco used Pure Imagination as intro music during the YHF tour, right?

There are a limited number of pavilion seats available via Jam Productions. They were going on sale on Thursday, but I just checked and pulled one for #103. It is now Friday about 11AM.

I love "Hiding Out" from White City. Wasn't Pete's version of "Save It For Later" also played during this performance?

I saw them twice last spring/summer, and they were excellent. Pete is on fire. One cannot help but see him as the Elder Statesman of Rock. I want to see them again for a final farewell, but I am hesitating simply because of the set list. They are playing similar songs to what I saw on the first leg. They are playing "The Rock" off Quad and "PIctures of Lily" has received some time. I am just not sure I want to drop the $. If you have not seen them recently, you should see them while you can.

Damn. I hope he gets better soon. I am concerned about this final leg. The ticket sales have not been that strong. I have seen level 300 seats available on Groupon for the Milwaukee and Chicago shows. I went twice on the first half, and though they were great shows, I am hesitant to hitting one more if they don't change up the set list. Regardless, get better, Roger.

Greatly enjoying this.

I am doing a little surfing on the web as I listen to the stream on WFUV, and I came across the review of today's The Who show in Hyde Park.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/music/live-music-reviews/11699900/The-Who-British-Summer-Time-Festival-Hyde-Park-review-The-new-Who-can-still-thrill-five-decades-on.html

Here is the set list from last night's Townshend-Vedder gig (courtesy of The Who board):

Opening intro from Roger
Leaving This Town(Simon)
Forever And A Day(Simon)
She Asked Me(Simon&Eddie)
I'm The Answer (Simon&Eddie)
Red Blue and Grey (Eddie)
Far Behind (Eddie)
Stand By Me(Pete&Eddie)
Corrina Corrina(Bob Dylan cover, Pete&Eddie)
Drowned(Pete solo)
I'm One(Pete and band)
The Kids Are Alright(Full band, Joe Walsh)
Eminence Front (Full band, Joe Walsh)
Summertime Blues (Full band, Joan Jett & Joe Walsh)
I Can't Explain(Full band, Joan Jett &Joe Walsh)
Behind Blue Eyes (Pete&Eddie)
Betterman(Full band, Pete&Eddie) - seque into....

... Save it For Later (full band)
Won't Get Fooled Again(Full band, Joan Jett, Joe Walsh, Rick Nielsen & Eddie Vedder)
My Generation(Full band, Joan Jett, Joe Walsh, Rick Nielsen & Eddie Vedder)

The takeaway: Awesome. It was, without a doubt, a special night. The only issue I (and others) would have is that it was too short - 90 minutes. The atmosphere was electric by the end of "Generation," but they took their bows, said goodnight, and the house lights went on. In truth, it ended too abruptly, wishing for more and hoping it would extend into more songs and rarities. On the other hand, it was a benefit - and one must remember that. If these two ever decide to do a mini-tour, I would not hesitate in checking it out. Ever.

I will take notes - unless my head explodes.

Great show last night in Chicago. Eddie Vedder comes out and plays "The Real Me" with the band.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeRe8lrGAx4

I will be going to the Pete-Vedder benefit show tonight. I fully expect my head to explode if they play "Sheraton Gibson."

I hope he joins them the night before - that is when I have my tickets. I am getting fired up for the tour, and I am excited that "A Quick One" and "Slip Kid" have made it into set lists. Add "Naked Eye" to the mix, and I will rest in peace.

Feed of Man - this deserves to be played more often.

Shouldn't Be Ashamed

You are My Face

I love it. I wish more artists would take a stand. Remember the artist boycott of Sun City? It certainly helped to raise awareness about apartheid. I wish the NCAA would show some balls, too.

In addition, Wilco would also play the intro to "We Don't Get Fooled Again" as a seque intto Outtasite  (Outta Mind) circa 2000. I know I have it on the Rocking The River recording. I, for one, would be all over a colloboration.

I did that for the first night (via obsessive/internet poll illegal level of ballot box stuffing) to no avail. Fake Plastic Trees is hands down my favorite song of all time and I got to hear Jeff do it at a solo show back in 2009. Could you imagine Nels doing Jonny's lead on that song?! My head would explode. Best of luck!

I know. This would be a real treat to hear. I add those same sentiments in my "dedication" request. Fingers crossed!

I am doing my damnedest to get Fake Plastic Trees for the 12th.

I got a single in the sixth row, too. I will be the one who will be spending the next two months requesting "Feed of Man."

Persistence finally paid off!

Great show...and plus they played my request of "Feed of Man." The song clearly rocks. I hope it makes more future appearances.

Fab Faux playing The White Album

Vintage Trouble

bought a 6th row single, going to head up from chicago.  sucks that the tickets are will call only, but it was too good to pass up.

I got a single in the sixth row, too. I will be the one who will be spending the next two months requesting "Feed the Man."

looking for alcohol-free activities to do in Chicago? Which museum is most worth a visit?

Chicago Art Institute is terrific and walkable from the Taste area. There is also the Field Museum, too. Skip the Ripley's Believe it or Not at Navy Pier.

Go to Rossi's Liquors. It is on 412 State St. Greatest dive bar in the Loop. I suggest a Malort and an Anti-Hero to wash it down. Then stumble down to the Billy Goat.

Got a notice from the City Winery mailing list in Chicago that Jay Farrar's playing 2 solo dates here in April.  Looks like some other towns too. Bought a ticket for the Friday Chicago show.  Thought it was worth giving a heads-up to others who might want to see him solo.  http://www.jayfarrar.net/tour/

 

City Winery's kind of a classy room with cheap tickets (like $25) and an expensive and fancy menu, and they try to get you in there early to run up a hefty food and beverage tab.  Had some pork belly with mole last time I was there (seeing Calexico) that I still have dreams about.  Mmmmm.  Mole.

Thanks for the heads up. I picked up two for the Friday show.

Thanks for sharing! For a song that they have not dusted off since 2001, they did an awesome job. This is one that they should put back in the rotation. Again...thanks.