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7 hours ago, Chez said:

I grew up as a huge fan of The Who.  I think I've seen four "farewell tours."  I thought about going but decided against shelling out the $$$ for a ticket at United Center.  Friends of mine who went had a good time and I had a tinge of regret, but I've seen them live many times and prefer to remember them when they were a bit closer to their prime.  While I rarely listen to any of their music these days, I think I've never loved a band more than I loved The Who when I was young.  Long Live Rock.

i felt the same way... saw them in 82 and 89 and a few times after that. just didn't think i needed to see them once last time, esp w/ Roger being a dickhead lately. still, heard it was a good show, but i've seen all those songs played already.

Pulp last night, Fu Manchu tonight.

Pixies night 2.

i've gone to all of the previous ones but had already booked the Modest Mouse cruise w/ my partner who isn't a Wilco fan and wasn't so jazzed during their shows two years ago. i am a bit miffed there are so many dupes... Waxahatchee, Dr Dog and Yo La Tengo (though i do like them a lot), plus Dinosaur Jr plays all the time. not much unique about this one i'm afraid. 

On 6/10/2025 at 6:26 PM, HeavyMetalDrummist said:

I would expect it to be around $2k per person

they went up... it's more like $2500 for the cheapest, 4 day stay and more if you want to tack on day on either end.

Hopsmoker Fest at Widowmaker... headliners are Castle Rat and Howling Giant 

23 hours ago, Oil Can Boyd said:

Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds (with St Vincent opening)

Mogwai!

Brainiac!

FACS/Landowner/Major Stars tonight

got the news he passed away. true american icon, one of a kind. he'll be missed. 

Immersion (Colin Newman from Wire and Malka Spigel from Minimal Compact)

The Bevis Frond/Oneida bill last night was superb. NYC'ers check it out... final tour from Nick.

Goons. they are everywhere.

I saw King Diamond on Halloween, which is kinda perfect.

last night we went to see the Devo documentary. so good!

yeah i had no idea he was that charismatic and energetic. wonderful show, had never seen them before. 

good piece on Electrical Audio w/ Tweedy content.

https://www.inc.com/joshua-hunt/steve-albini-left-behind-a-towering-music-legacy-and-a-struggling-business/90986134

On 10/7/2024 at 2:08 AM, theashtraysays said:

Yo la Tengo (Monday)

was that one of those intimate fundraising shows?

as a record nerd i am disappointed i didn't buy and decorate on at Solid Sound. kudos to the winner though!

PJ Harvey was outstanding. Go see her if you have even a small chance.

Fu Manchu last night, PJ Harvey tonight.

On 9/13/2024 at 8:15 AM, chuckrh said:

Anyone get Nick Cave tickets? I did well on the artist presale.

i bought a GA ticket... shooting him officially is a pain so i am gonna take my chances getting in line super early and bringing in a point and shoot.

saw Kid Congo Powers last night, fun show.

I love having you document SSF!

On 8/5/2024 at 4:18 PM, Oil Can Boyd said:

Seeing Robyn Hitchcock talk about his new book.

I gather from other stops, he might play a couple of songs too.  

good seeing you briefly! 'twas a wonderful evening.

On 7/26/2024 at 8:53 AM, chuckrh said:

How was Jah? I missed him here. I couldn't find anyone to go & didn't feel like going alone.

really good! he's got a good voice too. excellent set list.