msewell Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 Hi All, Wondering what everybody makes of these shows: http://consequenceofsound.net/2009/10/21/andrew-bird-announces-gezelligheid-performances/ I think it's especially interesting because it's so unpredictable. I've been kind of burned-out, recently, on the relative sameness of the shows I've been seeing (no offense intended! Maybe that says more about me than the shows). Even the good shows are good in the ways I expect, if you know what I mean. This Gezelligheid idea is something else again, and it reminds me of the pleasure of going to a show without any preconceived notions. Don't know if anybody else has been feeling that way, but if so, I thought this might be of interest.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Al.Ducts Posted October 24, 2009 Share Posted October 24, 2009 On 10/24/2009 at 5:20 PM, msewell said: Hi All, Wondering what everybody makes of these shows: http://consequenceofsound.net/2009/10/21/andrew-bird-announces-gezelligheid-performances/ I think it's especially interesting because it's so unpredictable. I've been kind of burned-out, recently, on the relative sameness of the shows I've been seeing (no offense intended! Maybe that says more about me than the shows). Even the good shows are good in the ways I expect, if you know what I mean. This Gezelligheid idea is something else again, and it reminds me of the pleasure of going to a show without any preconceived notions. Don't know if anybody else has been feeling that way, but if so, I thought this might be of interest.... I'll be going to the shows in Minneapolis. Should be very interesting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Misswe Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 I saw Andrew Bird in Buffalo on Wednesday. The show did not include his band. It was a great show. I was up front which may not have been the best spot as far as sound was concerned in that venue (an old church). Especially since a radio station was coming through something on stage, so whenever the show got quiet, there was a hint of pop music. It made it unique. An early version of Darkmatter was played as well as a new song. Great stuff! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 i'll be at both Minneapolis shows as well. can't WAIT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
howdjadoo Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 Amsterdam the Netherlands: Nov 15 - Andrew BirdNov 16 - Wilco - no opening act announced yet so maybye? The Latebirds are opening i just found out Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Wendy Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 When I heard he was touring nearby, the dates and cities didn't work at all for me to take a road trip, and so I sort of half-heartedly read about these special shows. The concept is very interesting. Leave it to Andrew Bird to bring something new to the table. Damn, wish I could swing it. My favorite Tweedy solo show ever was performed in a chapel (Grand Rapids MI) and the respect generated by the chapel to the artist and to the audience conjured up a powerful experience and therefore much more moving and memorable for me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 A show with less looping would be well received. Three nights at 4th Pres should be a good time. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangara Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 I think the church is going to be a pretty setting but I'm also pretty sick of Andrew Bird. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solace Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 On 10/26/2009 at 10:30 PM, tangara said: I think the church is going to be a pretty setting but I'm also pretty sick of Andrew Bird.even previously unheard and mostly improvisational instrumental pieces like these shows will feature? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangara Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Yeah. I respect what he does, it's just not my thing anymore. Regardless, I'm sure it will be a lovely night of music. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 Great show on ACL. It aired on my PBS affiliate last night. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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