Sandy in SFCA

2 hours ago, brownie said:

Here is the whole encore:

 

https://youtu.be/8dgyWCkNF6A

Thank you! This is a real treat to watch. 

Nice recap, Vince! It sounds like an interesting crowd. Glad you got a hometown show. 

I blame cousin Barry for the cut song. 

This is an article I ran across online written by Pat about the record “Reap the Lost Dreamers” by Companion. 

https://dailymemphian.com/section/opinion/article/27045/guest-column-hidden-gem-memphis-music-past

I have one ticket for the Sunday 4/24 show in Chicago. Orchestra F201 aisle seat on Pat’s side. $178.00. Message me if you’re interested. Kidsmoke can vouch for me.  

This crowd made me sad. I think about all the people who are craving a live show now and can’t experience one for whatever reason; and you have these people completely disengaged from what’s happening on stage. To your point about standing not equaling energy, the couple behind us stood for the entire show, but had loud conversations during all the quiet songs, even Sunken Treasure! Who talks during Sunken Treasure?!?! The people in front of us, who were in the first row, spent the evening having conversations and taking selfies with occasional bouts of dancing during tbe “hits.” And these people were far more engaged than the others who simply sat and looked annoyed all night. I can’t imagine playing your heart out on stage to be met with this. 

2 hours ago, nalafej said:

 

I'm intrigued. Definitely checking back into this thread as it develops.

 

Need the intel prior to tomorrow's Vegas show. Maybe they'll have to play it again to get it right? Here's hoping.

I will not step on the bbop’s recap, but I will say any lack of excitement during Spiders was due to a lack of energy coming from the audience and not the stage. I said to my friend as they started the song “these people don’t deserve Spiders.” I stand by that statement. 

On 10/18/2021 at 3:57 AM, kidsmoke said:

I'm going to need Pot Kettle Black in L.A. at some point. Work your magic.🙂

That was my request. And I lost my composure when it started 😂

I got the same impression you did. The show was fantastic and I’m very grateful to have seen it, but it seemed like after 4 consecutive night’s playing with two travel days they were ready for a well-deserved day off. I was thrilled to hear Kamera and Monday, especially with the count in to start the song. I think the energy of the previous night is a lot to ask any band to live up. Night one is easily one of my favorite Wilco shows I’ve ever seen. 
 

I loved the bit between Jeff and Glenn vis a vis the rocking. Glenn’s pleading and vulnerable look while Jeff reassured him was priceless. 

Thank you, Paul! These recaps are making me even more excited for the Northern California shows than I already was. 

Great recap, Vince! You really captured the energy of the band and the setting. Seeing your reaction to Bull Black Nova was one of the highlights of the night for me. 

A friend of mine has an extra floor GA tickets for the show on 10/17 at the Fox in Oakland. Face value is $69. It’s a hard ticket. DM me if you’re interested and I’ll put you in touch with him. 

Thanks 😊

I didn’t buy trip insurance, but now I’m wondering if I should. I think if the event gets canceled outright we will get our money back so it might not be necessary. And most airlines are still waiving change fees. 

2 hours ago, Heart full of holes said:

It's nice to hear what Glenn has to say for a change.  Love that part about 50 new songs being "all over the place".  

Thanks for posting, Sandy!  

You’re welcome! I love when articles focus on band members other than Jeff. I also can’t wait to hear some of this new music!

https://www.boulderweekly.com/entertainment/the-many-surprises-of-wilco/

Always happy to help with a rationalization, Tyler! I feel so lucky I got to see that show with you and Bridget in this place that is so significant to her.

Thanks for, once again, capturing both the details and the feeling of the show, Paul! There were a few times, particularly during Laminated Cat and Handshake Drugs, that I thought all 3 guitarists might bend the necks right off their instruments. I didn’t even see Glenn break his stick. John is such a steady presence in the band that I think his contributions sometimes escape notice. He was so “on” last night!

It was so gratifying to hear the crowd respond to that show with a full-on enthusiastic call for an encore. There are so many times it seems like the crowd takes it for granted that the band is coming back (and they always do). To hear the foot-stomping, hand-chafing, throat-wrecking response to the set must’ve really made the band happy. They sure worked for it.

This ticket is still available.

I have an extra ticket for Cain’s. It’s a mobile ticket I bought through the fan presale. I can transfer it to you or meet you at the venue. It was $59 including fees. Message me here or at sandymelloy at gmail dot com if interested.

Thanks.

Nice recap, Paul! I always love reading your perspective on shows, even when I’m there myself. And I echo your gratitude for being able to share a room with like-minded folks and the world’s best band.

I think you might have more success with the beer thing if Jeff would make that request at a seated venue. It’s too difficult getting in and out at a GA show. Just a theory. In any case, I’ll happily buy you a beer before or after the show in Tulsa. Or Austin. Or St. Paul. Or...

Great recap, Paul! Thanks as always for capturing both the facts and the feel of the show. It’s good to be “home.”

This ticket is still available.

I have one Floor GA ticket for sale. I can email a PDF or transfer the ticket through Ticketmaster. PM here or at sandymelloy at gmail dot com if interested.

Got one!

Still looking.

Really nice recap, Joe! Thanks for all of the details about both the music and the banter. I'm hoping the mugshot photo is the next album cover.