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You will learn in 10 minutes that this game is over.

Just teasin. I've been really impressed with the Marlins. Tons of young talent, and I love Girardi (or as we used to chant for him in '96, "Joltin - Joe - Giradi - Oh" )

Wow, the Marlins responded well after a disastrous 1st.

We also don't know (and probably never will) what the Rocket's used for fuel either.

Just sayin'

I'd certainly feel confident with Koufax on the mound.

 

My elder relatives held Bob Gibson in high esteem ... possibly even more so than Koufax, though he was revered as well.

Yup, Gibson was always the other one brought up.

He's the best pitcher ever, with the possible exception of Walter Johnson.

 

Cy Young played in a completely different era that had pitchers expected to go all nine innings, and even pitch both games of a double header (he did that like 15 times in his career).

Every one of my older relatives whose opinions I respect all say that Sandy Koufax was the best pitcher they've ever seen. Of course, he didn't play long enough to be considered the greatest. But if you had to pick one guy to pitch one game, he'd be my choice.

Ozzie would be best served remaining low key for a spell. I love the guy but I think his ego is running amok right now.

 

Oh, and PS, please don't try anymore suicide squeeze bunts for a bit. Thanks Oz

I'm sure sensitivity training will help with that . What a joke.

Anyone have anymore reviews from Bonaroo??? (specifically Malkmus and SY together )

That's the sickest setlist ever

Ecuador was awesome !!!

Go Trinidad !!! (wishful thinking, I know)

The second yellow card that sent the Poles down a man was dubious. Not as dubious as the penalty kick earlier, but still pretty bad.

Posted in the thread but figured I should put these here. Some pix and a video from last night (have to admit they're not mine, but I was standing right behind them.)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/58734851@N00/...57594165358936/

http://youtube.com/watch?v=z0gu_cUPjIg&sea...20youth%20cbgbs

Truly a magical experience. Set list was simple. They played Rather Ripped from 1 to 12, then came back out for Eric's Trip and Shaking Hell. Great to see Ibold, dream come true to meet the rest of them, and the new songs kick ass live

Definitely gonna have to see them a few more times this year to get some fuller sets, but if last night's any indication, this is gonna be a great tour . It was basically a warm-up, practice show and still sounded (pardon my sports analogy) in mid-season form.

I'll never understand an American not rooting for America. I could see if Bush and Cheney were on the team, but otherwise...

The commentators on ESPN are unlistenable, especially that clown Shep.

Gotta love Trinidad & Tobago

Pitchfork Review: (just a tad more descriptive than mine )

L

ive: Radiohead

Tower Theatre, Upper Darby, PA: 1 June 2006

Story by Stephen M. Deusner | Photos by Jonathan Valania/Philebrity

The first image we saw of Thom Yorke at the Tower Theatre was not the man himself, but his face projected in eerie digital black-and-white on the bank of rhomboidal screens that served as Radiohead's backdrop. Singing "You and Whose Army?" he mooned for the cameras, which fragmented his features across the 10 screens. It was about what we've come to expect from Yorke and Radiohead in general: humanity at a remove, filtered through cold technology, deadened by dystopian paranoia, and promising a detached performance.

After striking the final chords of that Amnesiac track, the Radiohead frontman emerged from behind an upright piano to shrieks and applause. This Thom Yorke remained front and center throughout the remainder of the two-hour show, fronting a band that played to the crowd, coming across as warm showmen, complete with a dizzying array of instruments-- from floor toms to harmonicas to whatever it was that Johnny Greenwood cooked up. Yorke even sported an Oxford knit shirt-- black, of course. And the screens faded into the background, capturing the musicians in action but keeping the focus exclusively on the music instead of visuals.

Radiohead played tunes from throughout most of their career, running through "The National Anthem", "Idioteque", and "Myxamytosis" with an emphasis on Colin Greenwood's tectonic bassline and Philip Selway's snare-heavy drumbeat, which combine into a tense rumble that pushes along the guitars, piano, and vocals. This emphasis on rhythm has prevented Radiohead from buckling under their pretensions; on stage, it gave these songs a torrential rush, almost physically compelling the audience to dance.

Still, as tight as the band was, its performance occasionally seemed a little contained. The members switched out instruments after each song, which dulled the show's momentum, and "Street Spirit" and "Pyramid Song" were lackluster, never reaching the big moments they threatened to build toward. If these songs tended to be too precise-- everything in its right place, ahem-- the new songs were looser and less assured, but more spontaneous. Nearly a third of the 23-song setlist was comprised of new tracks. Actually evoking its title, the familiar "Nude" proved the band can do sensuous just as easily as numb, but "House of Cards" sounded almost like easy listening Radiohead-style. Faster numbers fared better: "Spooks" was a quick rush of inverted surf guitar riffs, and Radiohead made "Bangers and Mash" a crowd favorite, especially when Yorke jumped on a second drum set and began playing along with Selway while he sang. They could have ended on that note.

Remarkably, the audience responded to these new tracks, suggesting that even if Radiohead wanted to distance themselves, their fans wouldn't let them. The diverse audience-- which ranged from young hipsters to crazy frats to a charmingly drunk middle-age woman who gyrated energetically throughout the show-- cheered when Yorke mumbled into the microphone, strapped on a guitar, or danced around the stage (plus, he's a game dancer, his goofiness kinda charming). They shouted, "We love you, Phil!" several times and made the obligatory song requests, which ran the gamut from "Stop Whispering" to "True Love Waits". They clapped along with the opening of "Everything in Its Right Place", danced to almost every fast number, and sang rapturously to show closer "Karma Police"-- which was actually a little disturbing considering the cynical violence of the lyrics. Still, even if the crowd's excitement didn't necessarily fuel the performance, the band obviously took notice of the reactions its music inspired. Yorke's wide grin as he waved goodbye didn't look practiced in the least. It punctuated the moment and served as a lingering reminder of how great it is to have them back.

1. You and Whose Army

2. The National Anthem

3. 2+2=5

4. Open Pick

5. 15 Step

6. Exit Music

7. Kid A

8. Nude

9. Arpeggi

10. Street Spirit

11. Pyramid Song

12. Myxomatosis

13. House of Cards

14. Spooks

15. Idioteque

16. Bangers 'n Mash

17. There There

Encore 1.

18. Airbag

19. No Surprises

20. Bodysnatchers

21. Everything in its Right Place

Encore 2.

22. 4 Minute Warning

23. Karma Police

WOW !!!

I'm not the hugest fan and being my first time seeing them I have nothing to compare it to, but I was just blown away.

Beautiful, intimate setting, wild crowd, and Thom seemed to be having a great time. Can't tell how many of the new songs I'd like on a record, but live they were ALL amazing!!! The whole 1st encore was the highlight of the night for me.

They were so mesmerizing that I didn't realize until my brother told me later that they only played 1 from The Bends (going in I was hoping for at least a few). Didn't matter. They could have played someone else's songs and I think I would've loved it.

to all those who have tix to this tour.

Is Westerberg on there anywhere? Wouldn't expect him to be, but he'd be in my top 10.

Amazing .

Chandler for President .

Best Sunday morning ever listening to this.

Props to all of you on Summerteeth. I got chills running up and down listening to that.

If That's Alright and Jeff's modesty....PRICELESS

Don't upload full song video clips on YouTube . Tony Margherita shut me down .

On the main page of this board, under Greatest Lost Track Of All Time, is the In A Future Age subforum. That's where all the torrents are posted and discussed.

It was taped but I believe only available to those in attendance. Would love to have it, but it's understandable.

Wow!!! You really are 6' 10". Glad you had a good time.

And Charles, you need to be on the band's payroll.

I hope it's just wilco fans who make tweedy seem like jackass and not that he actually becomes that ridiculously preoccupied with one person

Nah, he really looked like he wanted to kill that guy. Actually, I'm a pretty laid back guy but that guy was pretty tough to take. He reminded me of the "Roses Bloom Again" guy from the Abbey Show. Angry Jeff took nothing away from the show for me. And he definitely cheered up as the show went on. See below for evidence.

http://www.youtube.com/results?search=wilc...e=search_videos

There's also a sweet ALWYS clip that someone else posted (the Spiders one's not mine either, I was bouncing too much during those)

>i don't agree about the venue or the crowd. it was great to see them play in a smaller place again. i have seen them everywhere over the last couple of years from msg to radio city to jazzfest to several outdoor pavillions. i thought this was really a great spot as it was a very bar like atmosphere and the crowd was really into it.

 

Agreed. I cannot believe that 90% of the posts about the show are negative and almost all about only the venue. Yes, the place was oversold, but Starland has great sightlines from any vantage point and the sound system is tremendously clear. Anyone who attended just saw the band from about 30 feet away in a bar-like setting. That's a rarity these days and should be appreciated.

 

That being said Nels is an absolute monster. He shredded and has an absolute mastery over the instrument. He could make the thing scream and harmonize in the same song. Then he could throw the sweetes country licks this side of Nashville on the next. Nels is a national treasure, and you get the sense Jeff knows and loves it.

 

The sounds was so clear that you could hear each instrument individually and perfectly. I hope it's as apparent on the tape circulating on dimeadozen.

 

Bottom line: An excellent show from the most important band around, one at the top of its game and still on the rise. Appreciate what you have here. You are witnessing a band in its prime...and only improving.

Absolutely 100% agree with every word you said.

That's just a ridiculous line-up , and the pix are great !!! Sounds like a blast.

One thing, though. Where can I get a hold of that time machine that lets you see tomorrow's shows in advance. I always heard there was something special about Northwestern .