From Newfoundland, Thank You PJ: Next time, OUTDOORS!

NewfiePJNut

First and foremost, I want to express my deepest thanks to Pearl Jam for coming to our little corner of the world. It was a dream come true for many Newfoundlanders to have an incredible band of this status join us on the rock. There was a very unique buzz in the city this weekend and it was all because of you. I don't know if you guys ever read any of these messages but, I truly hope you know how much we in Newfoundland appreciate you coming. It was by far the highlight of many peoples lives... including mine.

I also hope that the time you all (members of Pearl Jam and their crew) spent here was enjoyable and pleasent. We take pride in our community and our kindness and I hope that shone through to all of you.

Lastly, I really hope you come back. I know that this is more than likely a once and a lifetime kinda thing but, if at all possible please join us here again... but this time, do an outdoor show. That's the way to go in Newfoundland and there is no doubt in my mind that it woudl be the biggest show ever in our Provinces history. 30-50 thousand people easy would join you in any field on the rock... to rock. Not only Newf's either; as witnessed during this visit, many from all over the world would join you here as many are dying to visit this place for the first time or find some excuse to come back.

Please Pearl Jam, come back to us sometime. Play a show outdoors. Rock this Rock again.

(Sign or Bump please. Make this a petition for them to return)

whisperinghands

FlameHead wrote:

First and foremost, I want to express my deepest thanks to Pearl Jam for coming to our little corner of the world. It was a dream come true for many Newfoundlanders to have an incredible band of this status join us on the rock. There was a very unique buzz in the city this weekend and it was all because of you. I don't know if you guys ever read any of these messages but, I truly hope you know how much we in Newfoundland appreciate you coming. It was by far the highlight of many peoples lives... including mine.

I also hope that the time you all (members of Pearl Jam and their crew) spent here was enjoyable and pleasent. We take pride in our community and our kindness and I hope that shone through to all of you.

Lastly, I really hope you come back. I know that this is more than likely a once and a lifetime kinda thing but, if at all possible please join us here again... but this time, do an outdoor show. That's the way to go in Newfoundland and there is no doubt in my mind that it woudl be the biggest show ever in our Provinces history. 30-50 thousand people easy would join you in any field on the rock... to rock. Not only Newf's either; as witnessed during this visit, many from all over the world would join you here as many are dying to visit this place for the first time or find some excuse to come back.

Please Pearl Jam, come back to us sometime. Play a show outdoors. Rock this Rock again.

(Sign or Bump please. Make this a petition for them to return)

YES!!!!!! I had the most amazing adventure in Newfoundland and would LOVE to go back regardless (and plan to, I assure you)... but if you combine my three favorite things: Pearl Jam, Newfoundland, AND an outdoor venue.........
Sign me up!!!!!!!

Tom K

I want to visit NF next time Pearl Jam plays there, so I'll bump this.

PS. Does the guy that was hitchhiking across Canada from Newfoundland frequent the board? I met him in Montreal and Ottawa, and was wondering how he made out.

NewfiePJNut

I'm pretty sure that he hangs out here somewhere. What his handle is, I don't know.

charlotte28

AMEN TO THIS THREAD - talk about making my life - I grew up in a community of 500 (or less) and this has been my favourite band since I was 12 (13 years ago). I turned many friends and family member on to them and the day I heard they were actually coming to Newfoundland I could have died. It took me nearly all summer to believe it and the whole weekend was such a blur and now it's over already but my oh my!!! It was all I could do to not cry through the whole show! THANK-YOU PEARL JAM from the bottom of our hearts!!!

Red Lukin

what a horrible experience...i had the most horrible experience in NL...we went on a 2 hour boat trip and puked the whole time...threw up everything i had until there were only blood to throw up...i seriously never felt sicker

besides that St. John's was amazing...it's a beautiful city with great people who are they only to have a good time

from the music, Pearl Jam, the bars, Gorge Street, to the pub crawl, to the hundreds of people we met, and the walk down Signal Hill on Monday was amazing!

I will never forget what an amazing time I had...

whisperinghands

Red Lukin wrote:

what a horrible experience...i had the most horrible experience in NL...we went on a 2 hour boat trip and puked the whole time...threw up everything i had until there were only blood to throw up...i seriously never felt sicker

besides that St. John's was amazing...it's a beautiful city with great people who are they only to have a good time

from the music, Pearl Jam, the bars, Gorge Street, to the pub crawl, to the hundreds of people we met, and the walk down Signal Hill on Monday was amazing!

I will never forget what an amazing time I had...

And it was worth every speck of blood, wasn't it my friend?!

Red Lukin

whisperinghands wrote:

And it was worth every speck of blood, wasn't it my friend?!

meanie...ive never been so sick...if you saw how much blood there was you might understand

Given to Fly_10

Oh man, I would go insane if I heard they were coming back here. and I would go even more insane if it was outside. That would be pretty sweet!

But yeah, thanks to the fellas for coming here.
Hope to see them again soon sometime, either here or somewhere else!

whisperinghands

Red Lukin wrote:

meanie...ive never been so sick...if you saw how much blood there was you might understand

nothing but love, nothing but love. not trying to be a meanie! blood is bad!!!

Red Lukin

whisperinghands wrote:

nothing but love, nothing but love. not trying to be a meanie! blood is bad!!!

I know it's all in good fun...if i had to go through that horrible experience to have that much fun again i'd do it, even though it was very painful

NewfiePJNut

Ahh, suck it up Red. Boats and Booze DO mix damnit! hehe.

I'm glad you all had a great time here and I really hope ya'll come back...

Red Lukin

FlameHead wrote:

Ahh, suck it up Red. Boats and Booze DO mix damnit! hehe.

I'm glad you all had a great time here and I really hope ya'll come back...

it wasnt the booze...ask the others on the boat; i was fine, it wasnt the booze

i dont think the ocean is for me, unless I OD i gravel next time ; )

i had a great time...not sure if id ever head back there soon, cause if i did i dont think i can ever have as good of a time...maybe ill see some of you all at another show...im already talking to people to gather up for a few more shows next year; likely at the end of a leg (cant wait to hear the new album)

NewfiePJNut

I know it wasn't the booze. I remember you guy sayin' that the next day. No sea legs for you, that's all.

I'm definatly up for meetin' at a different concert sometime. I can't wait to see another one as my addiction for the band has gotten worse.

We'll see what happens...

j88ryan

allright I found out what Screech was but what the hell does "Kiss the Fish" mean? I think I know but I need confirmation.....

NewfiePJNut

It's pretty much exactly what it is. Part of the Screech In involves kissing a dead Cod fish...

j88ryan

FlameHead wrote:

It's pretty much exactly what it is. Part of the Screech In involves kissing a dead Cod fish...

Maybe now I'm more confused. Can you describe the ritual? And exactly is Screech. Also I talked to some friends in Canada today and they said the people of New Foundland are known for their generous hospitality. They als osaid it was the most beautiful area of Canada. What they couldn't explain was that goofy 1/2 hour time difference.....anyway back to the Screech...thanks!

NewfiePJNut

The ritual is different in a lot of ways depending on who does it. A lot of people make it very theatrical while others will keep to the basics... which at least involves 1 shot of Newfie Screech and a kiss of the cod. There are other things like learnin' Newfoundland lingo and sayin'/Singin' lines of Newfie music but basically it's the shot and the cod that overtakes the ritual.

Here's some info on Screech and Screech In's...
http://www.trapperjohns.com/pub/screech_ins.htm

You're friend is right though, we do pride ourselves with being extreamly kind and generous. We love people almost as much as we love our Province, which indeed is quite breathtaking.

As for the 1/2 hour time difference, it's basically because of where we lay on the map. Because we are the eastern most point in North America, we're a little removed from the rest of the continent, enough to have our own time zone. Basically, the sun rises here before anywhere. You'll see what I'm talkin' about if you look at any map of North America.

NewfiePJNut

Oh, and here are two pics of members of Pearl Jam gettin' screeched in.

First, Mike... http://www.thetowncryer.net/images/pearljam/pic_1.jpg

And here's Stone... http://www.thetowncryer.net/images/pearljam/pic_2.jpg

I'll let you know if I come accross the other guys...

j88ryan

Thanks for all the responses. I'm coming up to visit. Sounds like a great area.

NewfiePJNut

My pleasure and yes, please come visit anytime.

Aren't those pics of the guys gettin' screeched in just awesome?