I thought it was really phenomenal. Honestly didn't think Eddie would do that song as much justice as he did, but he blew it out of the water! Can't stop watching the video of it!
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On The Sports Hub in Boston, the Felger & Mazz show, Michael Felger just raved for about 4 minutes about how " freek'n great Eddie Bleeping Vedder was on Comfortably Numb". I had people texting me that know how big a PJ fan I am raving about the performance.
performance was amazing...just seems odd that he only got to do one song..even if he came out with another artist if not his own mini set like chris martin..he was advertised since day one for this thing to just have be featured in one song on someone elses set seems odd
i was really expecting him to atleast do one song with the who as well especially when reign started
instead we had 15 min or whatever it was of kanye which was just awkward and didnt belong on the show
thankful now i wasnt able to get tickets for this..it was a good show overall just no reason not to have just a little more eddie
I don't think he was advertised from day one. I'm pretty sure he was a late addition to the lineup.
In fact, just yesterday, I saw a preview write-up that didn't even mention him.
I think it was the same for Dave Grohl. How many songs did he do?
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I was thinking about who they had to turn down. You know there had to be many artists who wanted to be a part of the show. It was such a huge benefit and event. I'd have hated that job... "Sorry, we can't fit you in."
I was thinking about who they had to turn down. You know there had to be many artists who wanted to be a part of the show. It was such a huge benefit and event. I'd have hated that job... "Sorry, we can't fit you in."
i read a quote from one of the organizers that in order to get big $$ donations they went with artists that would appeal to boomers
I must agree with you sir. Two of my all-time favorite artists on stage together??
That performance gave me chills. Wow wow wow wow!!!!
You're not the only one. I got this from a friend of mine who really isn't even much of a PJ/EV fan.
My thoughts? I haven't seen/heard it yet.
That's awesome!! So cool for Eddie to be able to display his talent for so many people like that. I was listening to the radio when they interviewed Roger and he honestly couldn't seem happier that Eddie was singing it with him!
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I was thinking about who they had to turn down. You know there had to be many artists who wanted to be a part of the show. It was such a huge benefit and event. I'd have hated that job... "Sorry, we can't fit you in."
i read a quote from one of the organizers that in order to get big $$ donations they went with artists that would appeal to boomers
that makes sense. It was very fortunate that The Who is currently on tour and the Stones getting ready to play a few shows in the area.
I was thinking about who they had to turn down. You know there had to be many artists who wanted to be a part of the show. It was such a huge benefit and event. I'd have hated that job... "Sorry, we can't fit you in."
This is a good point Kat. And, as much as I wanted to see more of Eddie and Dave Grohl, really only Chris Martin struck me as being maybe a little undeserving of his spot. Waters, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Bruce, Sir Paul and Billy Joel are all huge acts. Bon Jovi has close ties to and identifies with New Jersey. Alicia Keys is the same to NYC. As much as I hate Kanye, he is a huge act. There was only so much time and who were they going to bump?
really only Chris Martin struck me as being maybe a little undeserving of his spot.
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As much as I hate Kanye, he is a huge act...
So why did Kanye deserve to be there whereas Chris didn't?
Coldplay is friggin' huge, too. I don't have the stats in front of me but I believe their US numbers are comparable to Mr. West's. However, in terms of international record/ticket sales, I'm pretty sure Kanye is eating Coldplay's dust.
really only Chris Martin struck me as being maybe a little undeserving of his spot.
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As much as I hate Kanye, he is a huge act...
So why did Kanye deserve to be there whereas Chris didn't?
Coldplay is friggin' huge, too. I don't have the stats in front of me but I believe their US numbers are comparable to Mr. West's. However, in terms of international record/ticket sales, I'm pretty sure Kanye is eating Coldplay's dust.
Maybe they are "friggin' huge" too. Didn't say they weren't. But Coldplay didn't play, Chris Martin did. Is Chris Martin - on his own - even close to as big as any other act last night? No, he is not. Chris Martin is not that much bigger of a star than Eddie Vedder or Dave Grohl. That is my point.
I was thinking about who they had to turn down. You know there had to be many artists who wanted to be a part of the show. It was such a huge benefit and event. I'd have hated that job... "Sorry, we can't fit you in."
This is a good point Kat. And, as much as I wanted to see more of Eddie and Dave Grohl, really only Chris Martin struck me as being maybe a little undeserving of his spot. Waters, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Bruce, Sir Paul and Billy Joel are all huge acts. Bon Jovi has close ties to and identifies with New Jersey. Alicia Keys is the same to NYC. As much as I hate Kanye, he is a huge act. There was only so much time and who were they going to bump?
I'm just so glad that Roger Waters invited Ed so we could all see that great performance of a legendary song . It was emotive and moving and, and, well, you know.
I'm just so glad that Roger Waters invited Ed so we could all see that great performance of a legendary song . It was emotive and moving and, and, well, you know.
It is interesting to see how many of those legends last night truly respect EV and PJ. Maybe not publicly displayed last night, but considering Ed/PJ have played with Bruce, The Who, The Stones, McCartney, Waters (plus many others) over the years says something! Not sure of too many other bands that can say they've been fortunate enough to play with some of the alltime greats!
I'd love to see Ed or PJ play with Clapton some day! That would truly be amazing!
I was so proud to be an Eddie and PJ fan last night. I couldn't believe how good he sounded! The other highlight for me was Clapton for sure. That Martin was absolutely singing last night, brilliant concert all around.
I was thinking about who they had to turn down. You know there had to be many artists who wanted to be a part of the show. It was such a huge benefit and event. I'd have hated that job... "Sorry, we can't fit you in."
This is a good point Kat. And, as much as I wanted to see more of Eddie and Dave Grohl, really only Chris Martin struck me as being maybe a little undeserving of his spot. Waters, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Bruce, Sir Paul and Billy Joel are all huge acts. Bon Jovi has close ties to and identifies with New Jersey. Alicia Keys is the same to NYC. As much as I hate Kanye, he is a huge act. There was only so much time and who were they going to bump?
I'm just so glad that Roger Waters invited Ed so we could all see that great performance of a legendary song . It was emotive and moving and, and, well, you know.
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all the names was huge at the event...The Rolling stones had only 10 min to play..
Bruce,Sir Paul,Bon Jovi,The Who,Eric Clapton,WatersThe Rolling stones,Billy Joe,Alicia Keys(the only woman,has to be a woman in,+plus has a song called NY),a guy plays rap(must have someone with this style of music too..)the guy from Coldplay..ALL are huge names and most of them 40-50 years at music
Eddie and Dave Grohl was normal to get the time they did...
for me is one of the biggest moments of Eddie carreer..he knew it too...he was nervous about it..,and he did the only thing he should do...to sing the shit out of it..!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you eddie..we all felt so proud see you there and give this epic show and to this epic song your talent!!!
Bravo!!
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Not saying he's better, but he's definitely a bigger star. Coldplay is one of the biggest bands in the world.
Maybe he is. I don't think so, but maybe. It could just be my own perspective and the music I listen to but I don't think the name Chris Martin is that much better known than the names Eddie Vedder or Dave Grohl. But maybe I'm wrong.
I'm just so glad that Roger Waters invited Ed so we could all see that great performance of a legendary song . It was emotive and moving and, and, well, you know.
It is interesting to see how many of those legends last night truly respect EV and PJ. Maybe not publicly displayed last night, but considering Ed/PJ have played with Bruce, The Who, The Stones, McCartney, Waters (plus many others) over the years says something! Not sure of too many other bands that can say they've been fortunate enough to play with some of the alltime greats!
I'd love to see Ed or PJ play with Clapton some day! That would truly be amazing!
Waters reaction during the song says it all..he enjoy so much listening Ed ,he show it and the hug and holding hands in the end was amazing..
"...Dimitri...He talks to me...'.."The Ghost of Greece..".
"..That's One Happy Fuckin Ghost.."
“..That came up on the Pillow Case...This is for the Greek, With Our Apologies.....”
Not saying he's better, but he's definitely a bigger star. Coldplay is one of the biggest bands in the world.
Maybe he is. I don't think so, but maybe. It could just be my own perspective and the music I listen to but I don't think the name Chris Martin is that much better known than the names Eddie Vedder or Dave Grohl. But maybe I'm wrong.
it is bigger ....and even married to Gwyneth Paltrow make it bigger back in the day...
"...Dimitri...He talks to me...'.."The Ghost of Greece..".
"..That's One Happy Fuckin Ghost.."
“..That came up on the Pillow Case...This is for the Greek, With Our Apologies.....”
Ed was freaking amazing, period. NOONE else could have sang that shit like he did. When I was at the gym this morning, they had CBS news morning on television, and at the end they showed a clip, and it was the part with Ed. The female commentator said that it was the greatest thing about the whole show (which overall was damn good)!!
And Alicia Keys was also stunningly incredible, imo.
although i was pissed when i realized that Ed was only doing one song...but...since it really was the highlight of the show, it is a good thing...as now, everyone is talking about how great Ed's performance was...if he had done other songs, they would have muted the greatness of his performance on CN....
i know that i have read some other comments that were similar...not trying to act like i thought of the idea, but really it is the best situation...he sang the shit out of it....and he left everyone wanting more!
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any audio out there ?... saw the performance last night... and I need to hear this again... I thought Eddie seemed a little distressed, or had a cold or something... maybe he wanted to perform more and there wasn't enough time? ... audio...
Thanks in advance, Rhino...
ps... Kanye sucks... roo anyone?
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My thoughts? I haven't seen/heard it yet.
I couldn't agree more!
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In fact, just yesterday, I saw a preview write-up that didn't even mention him.
I think it was the same for Dave Grohl. How many songs did he do?
i read a quote from one of the organizers that in order to get big $$ donations they went with artists that would appeal to boomers
That's awesome!! So cool for Eddie to be able to display his talent for so many people like that. I was listening to the radio when they interviewed Roger and he honestly couldn't seem happier that Eddie was singing it with him!
that makes sense. It was very fortunate that The Who is currently on tour and the Stones getting ready to play a few shows in the area.
This is a good point Kat. And, as much as I wanted to see more of Eddie and Dave Grohl, really only Chris Martin struck me as being maybe a little undeserving of his spot. Waters, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Bruce, Sir Paul and Billy Joel are all huge acts. Bon Jovi has close ties to and identifies with New Jersey. Alicia Keys is the same to NYC. As much as I hate Kanye, he is a huge act. There was only so much time and who were they going to bump?
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Coldplay is friggin' huge, too. I don't have the stats in front of me but I believe their US numbers are comparable to Mr. West's. However, in terms of international record/ticket sales, I'm pretty sure Kanye is eating Coldplay's dust.
Maybe they are "friggin' huge" too. Didn't say they weren't. But Coldplay didn't play, Chris Martin did. Is Chris Martin - on his own - even close to as big as any other act last night? No, he is not. Chris Martin is not that much bigger of a star than Eddie Vedder or Dave Grohl. That is my point.
"...I changed by not changing at all..."
OK.
"...I changed by not changing at all..."
I'm just so glad that Roger Waters invited Ed so we could all see that great performance of a legendary song . It was emotive and moving and, and, well, you know.
Not saying he's better, but he's definitely a bigger star. Coldplay is one of the biggest bands in the world.
It is interesting to see how many of those legends last night truly respect EV and PJ. Maybe not publicly displayed last night, but considering Ed/PJ have played with Bruce, The Who, The Stones, McCartney, Waters (plus many others) over the years says something! Not sure of too many other bands that can say they've been fortunate enough to play with some of the alltime greats!
I'd love to see Ed or PJ play with Clapton some day! That would truly be amazing!
all the names was huge at the event...The Rolling stones had only 10 min to play..
Bruce,Sir Paul,Bon Jovi,The Who,Eric Clapton,WatersThe Rolling stones,Billy Joe,Alicia Keys(the only woman,has to be a woman in,+plus has a song called NY),a guy plays rap(must have someone with this style of music too..)the guy from Coldplay..ALL are huge names and most of them 40-50 years at music
Eddie and Dave Grohl was normal to get the time they did...
for me is one of the biggest moments of Eddie carreer..he knew it too...he was nervous about it..,and he did the only thing he should do...to sing the shit out of it..!!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you eddie..we all felt so proud see you there and give this epic show and to this epic song your talent!!!
Bravo!!
"..That's One Happy Fuckin Ghost.."
“..That came up on the Pillow Case...This is for the Greek, With Our Apologies.....”
Maybe he is. I don't think so, but maybe. It could just be my own perspective and the music I listen to but I don't think the name Chris Martin is that much better known than the names Eddie Vedder or Dave Grohl. But maybe I'm wrong.
"...I changed by not changing at all..."
"..That's One Happy Fuckin Ghost.."
“..That came up on the Pillow Case...This is for the Greek, With Our Apologies.....”
"..That's One Happy Fuckin Ghost.."
“..That came up on the Pillow Case...This is for the Greek, With Our Apologies.....”
And Alicia Keys was also stunningly incredible, imo.
i know that i have read some other comments that were similar...not trying to act like i thought of the idea, but really it is the best situation...he sang the shit out of it....and he left everyone wanting more!
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Thanks in advance, Rhino...
ps... Kanye sucks... roo anyone?
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