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I'm suddenly glad my lady can't make it to ED...embarrassing PJ drunks

KingmidgetKingmidget Posts: 628
edited August 2008 in Given To Fly (live)
She's a huge Springsteen fan and has had the luck of seeing him in some intimate venues, as well as Dylan and N Young. Beautiful, peaceful, respectful shows.

Luckily she won't have to be exposed to the drunken, moronic loudmouths that PJ and Ed seem to attract...realizing its a small portion of the base...not small enough though. It would be embarrassing to have her witness it. But I'll put up with it...unless its someone close to me....

If it goes on in Milwaukee I'll just skip Chicago (and yes someone else will gain a ticket!)

Great setlists so far! Pumped for that...
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  • Ledbetterman10Ledbetterman10 Posts: 16,941
    Kingmidget wrote:

    Luckily she won't have to be exposed to the drunken, moronic loudmouths that PJ and Ed seem to attract...realizing its a small portion of the base...not small enough though.

    Every alternative rock band draws a certain percentage of douchebags. I know Eddie fancies himself a folk hero, but he's really still just the "frustrated, agitated, designated, alienated, spokesman for the disaffected grunge generation."
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  • ToneTone Posts: 1,206
    Hadn't seen Ed solo before tonight and the NYC crowd was fantastic, as far as I'm concerned. I was in the 8th row and even Ed commented: "Looks like we left all the assholes in Boston" (or something similar).
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  • 3inputchick3inputchick Posts: 845
    I've been to a ton of Bruce shows- nothing but a bunch of drunk 40 year olds.
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  • KingmidgetKingmidget Posts: 628
    Ledbetterman10 wrote:
    Every alternative rock band draws a certain percentage of douchebags. I know Eddie fancies himself a folk hero, but he's really still just the "frustrated, agitated, designated, alienated, spokesman for the disaffected grunge generation."

    10 years ago maybe....based on the material they've released over the last 10 years I would love it if the all the youngsters still jackin off over Ten and VS would do it privately and stay away from the shows.

    I know many folks who never listened to PJ but bought the ITW soundtrack and love it to death. That tells me theres a tad more to Ed than you care to give him credit for. I'll bet he'd laugh although if anyone called him a "folk hero"...
  • KingmidgetKingmidget Posts: 628
    Tone wrote:
    Hadn't seen Ed solo before tonight and the NYC crowd was fantastic, as far as I'm concerned. I was in the 8th row and even Ed commented: "Looks like we left all the assholes in Boston" (or something similar).

    Very cool...hope that trend continues! Chicago concerns me, but maybe it will be a respectful crowd and a great night. I'll think positive thoughts. :)
  • Ledbetterman10Ledbetterman10 Posts: 16,941
    Kingmidget wrote:

    I know many folks who never listened to PJ but bought the ITW soundtrack and love it to death. That tells me theres a tad more to Ed than you care to give him credit for. I'll bet he'd laugh although if anyone called him a folk singer...

    I can totally see people who aren't into PJ being into Eddie's solo stuff. but I can't see those people going to his solo show. I imagine that most of the people going are diehards who hit up 4 PJ shows in a week
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  • KingmidgetKingmidget Posts: 628
    3inputchick wrote:
    I've been to a ton of Bruce shows- noting but a bunch of drunk 40 year olds.

    Drunkedly shouting songs out and screaming I love you Bruce at a 3000 seat venue during a largely scoustic show? Not according to my other half whose been to more Bruce shows than anyone on the planet I'm betting.
  • KingmidgetKingmidget Posts: 628
    Ledbetterman10 wrote:
    I can fully see people who aren't into PJ being into Eddie's solo stuff. but I can't see those people going to his solo show. I imagine that most of the people going are diehards who hit up 4 PJ shows in a week, minus the diehards who aren't interested in his solo tour.

    Well I personally know of 5 people going to Milwaukee or Chicago who are not big PJ fans...they just love his solo stuff after seeing the film and getting the CD. One may be coming with me in fact.
  • MILKwasAbadChoiceMILKwasAbadChoice Posts: 285
    I was in lower lodge, right center, there was no problem with drunks or loudmouths here. i actually was shocked at some instances how quiet it was, just people being blown away i figured.
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  • Ledbetterman10Ledbetterman10 Posts: 16,941
    Kingmidget wrote:
    Well I personally know of 5 people going to Milwaukee or Chicago who are not big PJ fans...they just love his solo stuff after seeing the film and getting the CD. One may be coming with me in fact.

    well then I suppose I'm wrong
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  • KingmidgetKingmidget Posts: 628
    Ledbetterman10 wrote:
    well then I suppose I'm wrong

    Not really...I realize the majority of the crowd are PJ diehards...but some exceptions.
  • ZosoZoso Posts: 6,425
    3inputchick wrote:
    I've been to a ton of Bruce shows- nothing but a bunch of drunk 40 year olds.

    Maybe at ESB shows but in a theatre on a solo tour it would be a little different just like an acoustic Neil Young show.

    I think the truth of the matter is EV solo shows attract all PJ fans and with that the drunk assholes... Ed has to learn it's going to happen time and time again until the drunk assholes learn that it's not a rock 'n' roll show.
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    Ledbetterman10 wrote:
    Every alternative rock band draws a certain percentage of douchebags. I know Eddie fancies himself a folk hero, but he's really still just the "frustrated, agitated, designated, alienated, spokesman for the disaffected grunge generation."


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  • Kilgore_TroutKilgore_Trout Posts: 7,334
    Kingmidget wrote:
    Very cool...hope that trend continues! Chicago concerns me, but maybe it will be a respectful crowd and a great night. I'll think positive thoughts. :)
    not to generalize, but the rate of douchebaggery is much higher anywhere on the east coast than in chicago... so i wouldnt sweat it too much... ya never know though... theres always a few loud mouth intent on ruining it for everyone
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  • morgie2morgie2 Posts: 1,065
    Zoso wrote:
    Maybe at ESB shows but in a theatre on a solo tour it would be a little different just like an acoustic Neil Young show.

    I think the truth of the matter is EV solo shows attract all PJ fans and with that the drunk assholes... Ed has to learn it's going to happen time and time again until the drunk assholes learn that it's not a rock 'n' roll show.

    The learning curve was pretty quick for both the crowd and for Eddie in Boston. The second night in Boston the crowd was much better behaved. He was pretty pissed off about the first night. Ed helped his own cause by shutting down the bar early (I think 8:30).
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  • The ChampThe Champ Posts: 4,063
    You know, why are these people always referred to as 'drunken assholes?' Why not just go with 'assholes?' I mean, just because someone screams shit doesn't automatically make them a drunken asshole, just a screaming asshole. I got drunk on Saturday's show and will again more than likely be bob and weaving tonight ;)..anyway, lighten the fuck up and enjoy life while you can..
    'I want to hurry home to you
    put on a slow, dumb show for you
    and crack you up
    so you can put a blue ribbon on my brain
    god I'm very, very frightening
    and I'll overdo it'
  • Get_RightGet_Right Posts: 13,494
    Great show
    magical at times

    I cant blame people for talking since concerts can be social events
    but I was surrounded by people who were more interested in talking that listening to the show. kinda killed some of the vibe

    and please the fucking new Iphones are even brighter than regular cells

    put them down and WATCH, LISTEN

    rant over thanks
  • CityMouseCityMouse Posts: 1,010
    I'm a little confused as to why "your lady" shouldn't be exposed to it.
  • The ChampThe Champ Posts: 4,063
    Get_Right wrote:
    Great show
    magical at times

    I cant blame people for talking since concerts can be social events
    but I was surrounded by people who were more interested in talking that listening to the show. kinda killed some of the vibe

    and please the fucking new Iphones are even brighter than regular cells

    put them down and WATCH, LISTEN

    rant over thanks

    I thought under no circumstances would you ever step foot into The Palace again? ;)..
    'I want to hurry home to you
    put on a slow, dumb show for you
    and crack you up
    so you can put a blue ribbon on my brain
    god I'm very, very frightening
    and I'll overdo it'
  • edvedder913edvedder913 Posts: 1,810
    Get_Right wrote:
    Great show
    magical at times

    I cant blame people for talking since concerts can be social events
    but I was surrounded by people who were more interested in talking that listening to the show. kinda killed some of the vibe

    and please the fucking new Iphones are even brighter than regular cells

    put them down and WATCH, LISTEN

    rant over thanks

    you were there last night?!?!?!?!?!?!?
  • Get_RightGet_Right Posts: 13,494
    The Champ wrote:
    I thought under no circumstances would you ever step foot into The Palace again? ;)..

    yeah well lets see put up with shitty venue or miss EV? ;)

    no brainer

    actually was a better experience than NY in DEC. perhaps they are getting the logistics down

    great time
  • Get_RightGet_Right Posts: 13,494
    edvedder913 wrote:
    you were there last night?!?!?!?!?!?!?
    yep
    not tonight though

    but im thinking about it.
  • BlackCorduroyBlackCorduroy Posts: 1,374
    As annoying as it is, try not to let it ruin your night. It's definitely hard at times, but if you try not to concentrate on it, you'll have a much better night.:)
  • CityMouseCityMouse Posts: 1,010
    BlackCorduroy wrote:
    As annoying as it is, try not to let it ruin your night. It's definitely hard at times, but if you try not to concentrate on it, you'll have a much better night.:)

    If you close your eyes it's easier to concentrate on the music too.
  • The ChampThe Champ Posts: 4,063
    Get_Right wrote:
    yeah well lets see put up with shitty venue or miss EV? ;)

    no brainer

    actually was a better experience than NY in DEC. perhaps they are getting the logistics down

    great time

    Man, I remember you being pretty tough on it in numerous posts ;)...are you still going to the Newark show as well?
    Get_Right wrote:
    I saw Neil Young there in December
    Dont believe the website.
    The place is a dump, the fire dept shut it down for hour and half before the neil show I saw.
    One bathroom for everybody and parking is a nightmare.

    It does have some character and the sound system is pretty good though.

    Ill be heading to NJPAC thank you very much.

    EDIT:
    Another good thing is that you can go to Dinosaur BBQ before the show. Great wings!
    'I want to hurry home to you
    put on a slow, dumb show for you
    and crack you up
    so you can put a blue ribbon on my brain
    god I'm very, very frightening
    and I'll overdo it'
  • Get_RightGet_Right Posts: 13,494
    The Champ wrote:
    Man, I remember you being pretty tough on it in numerous posts ;)...are you still going to the Newark show as well?


    yep 10c for that
    wont miss that one under any circumstances!
  • Elderly ManElderly Man Posts: 235
    wrong thread.
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