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replacements75 Posted August 14, 2008 Share Posted August 14, 2008 I've been to quite a few Wilco shows and I must say that this was an altogether excellent show in my opinion. I went to the Residency while my fiance was unable to and feel like this was a good consolidation of those shows (discounting the fact that there was nothing off of AM) for her. The Total Pros really added to the Residency and I was glad that they were present in Brooklyn; they really add something special to the live performance. Nels was right on with so many of his licks as was Tweedy. Jeff's voice was in excellent form. Pat and Mikael's flourishes were integral and illuminating to the material. And naturally, as always, undisputedly Glenn rocked. As far as outdoor venues goes I feel that McCarren Pool is one of the best sounding I have ever been to. That being said I don't want to be attacked by those who are going to compare it to fine indoor sound systems. I think you have to recognize that the sound at an outdoor venue is never going to be as good as a small theater. I feel that of all the outdoor venues that New York has to offer the Pool is definitely the best. I have seen a ton of shows there and have always been satisfied with the sound where as quite a few other outdoor venues not so much. That being said this is the first time I've seen Wilco play outdoors and I think they really played to the outdoor venues limitations. And in doing so they put on a terrific and memorable show (the weather also played a tremendous role in making this such a great night plus the timing of sunset and the cloudy misty murky moon). I will really miss shows at this great venue and feel really lucy to have seen my favorite band there. I must add that while I really enjoy McCarren I will admit that there are plenty of downsides. The free afternoon shows are often full of people who don't care about the music. The afternoon shows are also often brutally hot with not a speck of shade to be found. The beer situation generally sucks at pay shows (not as much at the free shows I guess because the free shows draw all the cheap ass people that don't want to shell out $5 to $6 for a beer). In fact it's sad to say that the beer situation was so bad last night that I didn't even bother to get one (and me likes me some good beer while listening to some great tunes, particularly Brooklyn Brewery beer). Budweiser has been sponsoring some shows and have done a slightly better job but not by much plus the selection was kind of crappy. And of course it would be nice to be standing on some grass with some trees around. But with all that being said I will sorely miss this great sounding venue where you can pretty much see from any spot in the pool where plenty of excellent bands have played, many of which were free. I am happy to say that I'm going to see Sonic Youth there for the (supposedly) final concert in the Pool. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tongue-tied lightning Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 I visit that page oftent and the majority of the posters are annoying frat boy hipsters! Great content on the page though. guess who i spotted in one of the fan pics hi Paul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bböp Posted August 15, 2008 Share Posted August 15, 2008 guess who i spotted in one of the fan pics hi Paul hi Drew Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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cheeren Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Does anyone know where I can get a recording of the brooklyn show? I saw someone with a mic setup at the show taping it. I got Tanglewood off of bit torrent but I can't find Brooklyn. Thoughts? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gepman Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Does anyone know where I can get a recording of the brooklyn show? I saw someone with a mic setup at the show taping it. I got Tanglewood off of bit torrent but I can't find Brooklyn. Thoughts? Up on thetradersden.org now... http://www.thetradersden.org/forums/showth...highlight=wilco Quote Link to post Share on other sites
danlynch Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 Does anyone know where I can get a recording of the brooklyn show? I saw someone with a mic setup at the show taping it. I got Tanglewood off of bit torrent but I can't find Brooklyn. Thoughts? http://www.nyctaper.com/?p=349 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wilcoclub Posted August 16, 2008 Share Posted August 16, 2008 we came from barcelona, spain to see that show. It was really amazing to see wilco in usa... with many songs they usually doesnt' play in europe and long encores. it was a pleasure to meet paul, ben, emely, toni... everybody. here there is one of the photos i took it. I will post more in the next days.... :thumbup :thumbup :thumbup Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted August 18, 2008 Share Posted August 18, 2008 here are some pictures that my husband and I took: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
icantremember Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 http://www.nyctaper.com/?p=349anyone having success with this download? the zip file download seems to complete, but i only get about 15 tracks when i extract the mp3s... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
watch me fall Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 Nice pics, Flick! I especially like the one of Nels. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
embiggen Posted August 19, 2008 Share Posted August 19, 2008 Nice pics, Flick! I especially like the one of Nels. thanks! my husband took most of the pictures and he is very proud of the one of Nels. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tongue-tied lightning Posted August 20, 2008 Share Posted August 20, 2008 the recording is really greatexcept for a few talkers by the mike, it sounds perfect. not to stir the pot, but do woman tend to talk more at shows Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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