Shug Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 Shug, it was great to meet you...albeit way too briefly. i have to concur...what we witnessed was pretty epic. in fact i think the Official Rankings of Best Current Live Bands just swapped it's numbers 1 and 2 - MMJ now followed by Wilco.I forgot to mention the Curtis Mayfield cover Move On Up with John Oates sitting in. Didn't know he could play lead guitar, its was out of left field, but kinda cool. Likewise, elephantstone! So much commotion and so many people to hang out with at the tailgate party and the show. Next time I hope we get to sit down and have a bourbon and a chat. Can hardly believe I get to see em three nights in LA next month, too and then one last Wilco show in 2012 in Tucson. Its been a damn good year for live music for me! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radiatortunes Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 not a fan of MMJ, but a huge fan of that dog in your avatar! Thanks! Despite being an excellent snoozer she pretty much runs the show around here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Vacant Horizon Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 Thanks! Despite being an excellent snoozer she pretty much runs the show around here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangerine73 Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 anyone been able to d/l the red rocks shows yet? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Maggie Posted August 9, 2012 Share Posted August 9, 2012 anyone been able to d/l the red rocks shows yet? I thought I'd downloaded the first show a couple nights ago, but it turns out two songs were missing. I looked at MMJ's message board and it looks like others had the same issue. I guess they're still working on it. Something was clearly wrong, as each song was downloaded multiple times. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hwllo Posted August 12, 2012 Share Posted August 12, 2012 Just got back from seeing MMJ in Milwaukee It was only my 4th time seeing the band but it was an absolutely great show and they are so much fun live. My only complaint would probably be the setlist. It was great and all, but not very spontaneous. As I said it was only my 4th show, but I think I only heard two songs that I hadn't seen live before. I think they played 25 songs and that inluded MagheetahThe Way that he SingsOutta my SystemEvil UrgesIt Beats 4 UGoldenBlack MetalVictory DanceCircuitalI'm AmazedAnytimeOne Big HolidayWonderfulWordless ChorusGideonTouch Me Pt 2 All 16 of those seem pretty standard for the band, Only 1 song (War Begun) from Tennessee Fire was a little disappointing, I was hoping to hear more from this one as they don't play them live too often. But it's hard to complain because some of the gems of the show were Honest ManPhone Went WestX-Mas CurtainStrangulationWar Begun Overall a great show, but I think Wilco's residencies have spoiled me with their variety! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangerine73 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 who is going friday? I'm pumped!!1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
choo-choo-charlie Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 So...those of you who have snagged one or both of the Red Rocks recordings...how are they? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangerine73 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 So...those of you who have snagged one or both of the Red Rocks recordings...how are they? GOT BOTH.. they are awesome.. highly recommend them. they never disappoint Quote Link to post Share on other sites
elephantstone Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 sound quality is phenomenal. only gripe is that night 1 is missing two songs: "First Light" and "Masterplan". kind of a bummer, but still nice that they are even doing this at all. the only response back about those two songs is kinda laggin': Unfortunately a couple songs from the first night of Red Rocks are not included in the official bootlegs release. Hope you enjoyed the show! Download Support I'm "re-living" night 2 right now and loving it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
indy81 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 There's a nice audience recording of night one on archive.org, so I just added the missing songs. Not a perfect solution, obviously, but it works. The recordings sound fine, although there is occasionally some weird editing between the tracks (gaps, some repeated transitions) that gives the downloads something of a slapdash feel. The Wilco downloads are more professional. I think MMJ made a mistake by announcing these downloads before the shows were played, and then they scrambled to get them on the site before they really knew what they were doing. Still good shows, though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
choo-choo-charlie Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Strange they'd leave those two tracks off. "Masterplan" is one of my favorites. Oh well...I'll probably get both -- particularly because the setlists are completely different both nights. Thanks everyone! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangerine73 Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 Strange they'd leave those two tracks off. "Masterplan" is one of my favorites. Oh well...I'll probably get both -- particularly because the setlists are completely different both nights. Thanks everyone! love masterplan was bummed when this wasn't included.. the recordings are good but could be better quality. the wilco boots are way better sound wise... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Maggie Posted August 15, 2012 Share Posted August 15, 2012 The recordings sound fine, although there is occasionally some weird editing between the tracks (gaps, some repeated transitions) that gives the downloads something of a slapdash feel. The Wilco downloads are more professional. I think MMJ made a mistake by announcing these downloads before the shows were played, and then they scrambled to get them on the site before they really knew what they were doing. Still good shows, though. Those repeated transitions are the one thing that's bothered me about the recordings. I can ignore gaps and static, but those repeats are really strange. Overall I'm really happy with the purchase. Regarding the missing tracks, I read that there were some techinical issues during the show which may be at fault. I wasn't there, but that sounds like a reasonable guess to me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lamradio Posted August 16, 2012 Share Posted August 16, 2012 I was listening to Z the other day.. To me, MMJ peaked on that album, and it's been kind of down hill ever since. What a fantastic album... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hwllo Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 I was listening to Z the other day.. To me, MMJ peaked on that album, and it's been kind of down hill ever since. What a fantastic album... I don't know if I'd agree with that. I think Circuital is good, and Evil Urges has a few good songs. Similar to Wilco actually, with Sky Blue Sky and Wilco (the album) I think Wilco fans were let down a bit with those, but at the same time, songs like Imposible Germany, You Are My Face and One Wing are all welcomed additions to any show! Same goes for Touch Me part 2, Circuital and Holdin on to Balck Metal (Not a huge fan of this song, but seeing it live is so much fun!) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangerine73 Posted August 18, 2012 Share Posted August 18, 2012 last night's show at the mann center was out of this world.. best band out there today. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
worldrecordplayer Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I was listening to Z the other day.. To me, MMJ peaked on that album, and it's been kind of down hill ever since. What a fantastic album... I'm not as familiar with the MMJ catalogue, but I love At Dawn, and have had a hard time warming up to Circuital. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lamradio Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I agree that Evil Urges has a few decent songs, but doesn't have the flow and number of gems that Z has. Circuital - Black Metal is a fun song and The Day is Coming is pretty good (love the Bonham style drums), but those are the only two that I'll really listen to.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radiatortunes Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I was listening to Z the other day.. To me, MMJ peaked on that album, and it's been kind of down hill ever since. What a fantastic album...I'm not as familiar with the MMJ catalogue, but I love At Dawn, and have had a hard time warming up to Circuital. I really love "At Dawn", too, but "Z" is probably my favourite. Does anyone have any comments about their recent covers? I thought "Rocket Man" and "It Makes No Difference" on the Red Rocks boots were well done. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
choo-choo-charlie Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I wouldn't say they're "recent" covers. The Rocket Man cover was on the 2004 rarities compilation. And the Band cover was on a compilation in 2007. To answer your question: I enjoy both. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radiatortunes Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 Oh, thanks for pointing that out. I (obviously) don't have either compilation! Cheers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Maggie Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 I had an incredible time at the Pittsburgh show the other day. I probably said this last August when I saw MMJ, but this was by far the best concert I've been to. The evening was absolutley peferct. The entire night was wonderful, but seeing Jim join Band of Horses for a song was a really cool, unexpected moment. It was POURING rain on my way to Pittsburgh, but miraculously the storm missed the city. We just had a few rain drops at the end of Band of Horses set and while MMJ's crew was setting up. I would have been devestated if the show was cancelled. Somehow I ended up on the rail - I can't believe how easy it was to do that despite showing up 30 minutes after the gates opened. I decided to take my little camera with me and ended up with some great photos. I was pleased to find that I was capable of taking photos and singing along at the same time! I know some concertgoers hate the amateur photographers, but I think it was worth it this time. I put some up on Flickr if anyone's interested: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
choo-choo-charlie Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 Oh, thanks for pointing that out. I (obviously) don't have either compilation! Cheers! They are a must for any MMj fan. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Muzzle of Dan Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 I'm going to all 3 of the MMJ shows at the Wiltern this week in LA. I read that they just announce no repeats in the setlist over the course of the 3 night run. That's pretty cool. Anyone else going to these shows? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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