jmcDO Posted October 10, 2006 Share Posted October 10, 2006 a little sony point and shoot digital (my wife's camera) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nelsorp Posted October 10, 2006 Share Posted October 10, 2006 a little sony point and shoot digital (my wife's camera)nice, i was 2nd row dead center. i got a few good pics with my canon point and shoot. i think i was too close though, if thats possible for pictures. i have some good ones though. may post some here later, or a link at least. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jmcDO Posted October 10, 2006 Share Posted October 10, 2006 here is a link to my googlepages page with more pics for those interested: http://docslytherin.googlepages.com/home Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Dylans Beard Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 Am I the only one who thought the show wasn't great? Not that it was bad, they're fine musicians with great material, but compared to past shows, it felt to me like they were going through the motions a bit. I've seen them 7 or 8 times, and they've always exhibited extraordinary patience and subtletly in their performances (and just to be clear, this isn't a lineup issue, I love the current lineup). Nearly every song seemed to fast, both in tempo and in development. Last night they seemed not to be responding to one another musically so much as playing their parts that they have played hundreds of times. Maybe they've just been just touring TOO much, or maybe it's because they're touring behind a live album and feel the need to play to those recorded performances, but this show didn't have the magic that every other Wilco show I've seen had. I've heard similar reports from other long-time Wilco fans from the Huntsville show and other dates, and I'm wondering what other VCers think... I agree with all of your points. I saw them back in April in Charlottesville, which was just an absolutely incredible show. But what made it so great, besides lasting three hours was the audience interaction. During Jesus Etc. it looked as if Nels was gesturing for people to sing along during the chorus, which seemed odd. That ususally tends to be the song that really galvanizes the crowd, as Ive both observed and heard on live bootlegs. The crowd seemed complacent at times, and even though the level of intensity increased throughout the show, they looked worn out. They just tour too much, or at least this year they have. This is their second tour of the year and combine that with Jeff's solo appearances as well as the ever expanding side projects, they play a lot of damn shows. WIlco just didn't seem to really ever get into what they were playing, as if they were just going through the motions. I didn't know Jeff's mother died, which I'm sure is weighing pretty heavily on him. Sorry to hear that. But this is the first time I have seen them with my brother and cousin, who both got me into Wilco, and that of course, more than made up for it being a pretty good show, but not a great show. I was hoping they would play Is That The Thanks I Get, which I hear is a real crowd churner live. Watching Glenn Kotchke play drums is just a damn treat. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bleedorange Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 Kind of off topic, but I was wondering around what time they're generally hitting the stage. Seeing them Thursday in Fort Worth. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Maddie Hope Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 He asked the crowd where everyone was from..Huntsville, B'ham, Nashville, Mobile.....Alaska(lots of laughs)Ya know I thought he asked who was from "Atlanta" not Alaska, I was hollowing for that one...But tho I'm not from Alaska (LOL) but east of Atlanta...I think it was an AWESOME SHOW Considering all things well worth the loooong drive, would have loved to meet the guys,didn't think they'd be out, guess it would have helped to know where the bus was (LOL)Maybe next time, but sitting by the water fountain in the park was nice after the show...Can't wait for the next show...How about one in Chicago or Buffalo around christmas to new years? Hope to visit family and see the new grandaughter then and a Wilco show,well that would an awesome christmas gift to myself ormore awesome birthday gift to myself for new years... Just a thought.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rghammo Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 Kind of off topic, but I was wondering around what time they're generally hitting the stage. Seeing them Thursday in Fort Worth. Don't know about in general, but they went on at 9:15 for this show. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deadman Posted October 11, 2006 Author Share Posted October 11, 2006 He asked about people from Atlanta later in the show. They tour too much...is that possible? They seemed to be having a great time...Tweedy was giving High fives and dancing around...what more do you want? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jilco Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 I thought the show was amazing. I've seen them 4 times over the last two years and I really think this one stands out. How those boys can ROCK. I had goose bumps during "At Least That's What You Said". Can't wait for it to show up on etree!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jilco Posted October 11, 2006 Share Posted October 11, 2006 here is a link to my googlepages page with more pics for those interested: http://docslytherin.googlepages.com/homeThanks for sharing. These are great! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Maddie Hope Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 He asked about people from Atlanta later in the show. They tour too much...is that possible? They seemed to be having a great time...Tweedy was giving High fives and dancing around...what more do you want? That's good, thought it could have just been me that heard it wrong... I agree "tour too much...is that possible?" Each show leaves me hungry for more shows... If they enjoy playing as much as I love seeing them play... Reading your post I felt kinda of guilty, I want more shows, whatever they play...However they play. Like I say, the show was AWESOME TO ME....Just asking for another show, made me feel selfish and I don't mean to be... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Dylans Beard Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 He asked about people from Atlanta later in the show. They tour too much...is that possible? They seemed to be having a great time...Tweedy was giving High fives and dancing around...what more do you want? Look, I'de see them 365 days a year, but damn, everyone has their limits. Wilco puts more into a show than any band Ive seen, and though this show was not a disapointment by any stretch of the imagination, its obvious when a band is tired and is just going through the motions. That's how they looked in my opinion. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loraaw Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 Look, I'de see them 365 days a year, but damn, everyone has their limits. Wilco puts more into a show than any band Ive seen, and though this show was not a disapointment by any stretch of the imagination, its obvious when a band is tired and is just going through the motions. That's how they looked in my opinion. Wow - if "going through the motions" includes two sets of encores with 7 songs, plus a handful of new songs, and even some little guitar jumps on Jeff's part, well ... I don't know what to say. They're polished and tight from A LOT of time on the road. Walken live just really jumped out at me as one of the catchiest songs Jeff's ever written - and it was just beautifully delivered Monday night. Tons of energy. The floor was shaking. I've been lucky in my travel plans this year - I was able to extend a Nashville weekend trip to see this show. And yeah, I've seen the guys go "through the motions" at a show or two in the past few years. This wasn't one of them. I left glad that I'd taken the extra time and effort to get to the-middle-of-nowhere Alabama to see it. My 3 cents,-Laura Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonbama Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 i thought the show was good. here's a link to some of my pics. http://www.kodakgallery.com/Slideshow.jsp?...e5e2hn&Ux=0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KLowe Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 Show will be up on etree tonight around 7:30. Work, family, sleep, etc....has gotten in the way of this project. But....I'll post a link to the show tonight. IMO...its worth the wait Quote Link to post Share on other sites
porklift Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 Show will be up on etree tonight around 7:30. Work, family, sleep, etc....has gotten in the way of this project. But....I'll post a link to the show tonight. IMO...its worth the wait Thanks, KLowe, you're a prince among men. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
welch79 Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 a little sony point and shoot digital (my wife's camera)I'd be for stealing that camera! Great pictures, man! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deadman Posted October 12, 2006 Author Share Posted October 12, 2006 Thanks for your efforts KLOWE..can't wait to relive it.I was thinking about the show and how good it was to hear "how to fight loneliness" and how powerful "Misunderstood" was at the end of the show. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JSpill Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 Yes, thank you very much KLowe. I'm looking forward to hearing it all again. Maybe the other source will show up soon, too. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nelsorp Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 again, if anyone has an extra show poster from huntsville, please let me know. i would be more than happy to take it off your hands. cash or trade. let me know. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jmcDO Posted October 12, 2006 Share Posted October 12, 2006 I'd be for stealing that camera! Great pictures, man! thanks!! we're going to see death cab for cutie in about 4 weeks and i'll be taking the camera for that one as well (though we're 10 rows back instead of 6) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deadman Posted October 13, 2006 Author Share Posted October 13, 2006 how do I post a picture here..I got a good one from the front row. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jmcDO Posted October 13, 2006 Share Posted October 13, 2006 just start a message and then click the tree icon (next to the envelope) and type in your url for the pic. you can use photobucket to host pics... it's free Quote Link to post Share on other sites
deadman Posted October 13, 2006 Author Share Posted October 13, 2006 I wish I could remember what song he was playing here. Best seats I have ever had for any concert. Sure was fun. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KLowe Posted October 13, 2006 Share Posted October 13, 2006 bt.etree.org WilcoMonday, October 9, 2006Von Braun Concert HallHuntsville, AL Source: KM140/KM120 (Mid-Side) > Canare Star Quad > W-Mod UA-5 > MT2496 (24/48)Transfer: MT2496 (24/48) > CEP (fades,edit) > SF8 (dither, resample) > CDwave (flac8) Taped and Transfered by: KLowe SET 1disk 1 01 intro02 Poor Places03 Muzzle of Bees04 Shot in the Arm05 Impossible Germany06 Break Your Heart07 Kamera08 Handshake Drugs09 Jesus Ect10 At Least 11 Airline to Heaven12 Walken13 Theologians14 I'm the Man15 Via Chicago16 Hummingbird17 crowd --1st encore--disk 2 18 Late Greats19 Always in Love20 How to Fight Lonliness21 Heavy Metal Drummer22 crowd --2nd Ecore--23 Lets Not Get Carried Away24 Kingpin25 Misunderstood www.wilcoworld.netwww.viachicago.org Total Time 1:54:08 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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