*** Eddie Vedder London 2, Fanviews Here 6/7/17 ***

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  • drfox
    drfox Posts: 1,481
    Great gig, particularly enjoyed the Into the Wild songs. The songs with the string quartet were fabulous as well.  Only downsides were that there were quite a few people shouting when Eddie was trying to speak (probably had a few too many drinks getting there so early to wipe the venue dry of posters - frustratingly they all had gone when I had arrived and may need to now fork out over £100 on eBay.....)
  • Falling Down
    Falling Down Posts: 845
    graham1978 said:
    'I'm gonna borrow some chords from Stone Gossard' (or words to that effect). Wow, just wow!
    Those were the words. I know it had been played three times already at other shows, but with the quiet yet vibrant presence of the strings, Black sounded divine. Yes, divine. That's the word to use for performances like this. Even Stone would've had goosebumps. 

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  • KP110738
    KP110738 Southampton, UK Posts: 7
    Night 1 was pretty raw and emotional. You could sense that EV needed to get some things off his chest.. I think that then allowed him to rip into night 2 when he seemed more 'playful' and relaxed. 
    I think the red limo quartet could have found a new employer!
  • Unemployable
    Unemployable Cambridgeshire, UK Posts: 35
    What an amazingly epic night! Masters of War, Parting Ways, EWBTCIAST, Black. Oh my God, Black was spine-tingling! 

    Loved every minute of it, apart from a couple of boozed up douchebags sat behind us who wouldn't shut up! Talking when EV was talking and throughout his songs. Why even bother coming? But hey ho, that's life! 

    You could really sense that Ed was feeling the Love. The guy got a standing ovation when he came on,  before he had even sung a word! 

    Thanks Eddie. 
  • wozza77
    wozza77 Posts: 300
    Also I thought I'm So tired was incredible. 


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  • avec23
    avec23 Cardiff, UK Posts: 29
    moonandstars said:
    Epic and beautiful. My heart has been pounding since maters of war. Atmosphere rose up and down with the pace of the show. Really really lovely. Possibly the best solo show I've seen to date. 

    Only downside was the shortage of posters


    I saw several people buying a load (half a dozen) at a time, so this might have been one of the reasons why. Perhaps it should be limited to just a one or two per person. I've seen night 1 poster on ebay for over $200. Not good.

    Epic show though. Black with the string quartet one of the highlights. Ed in a great mood. Still buzzing even after 3 hours sleep.

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  • dingers
    dingers Posts: 76
    Black with stings was stunning! Genuinely felt so more epic. As a first timer seeing Eddie solo... do his shows get recorded to buy like pear jam sets? As I need that version of black in my life! Stunning gig alround, other than some horrendous woman refusing to sit down and get off her phone 4/5 rows from the front on stage right. She had fun, those behind her not so much...
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  • Micheyb21
    Micheyb21 UK Posts: 346
    Still buzzing from that show. First time seeing Ed solo and I absolutely loved it. The standing ovation when he came out was awesome and it was good to see him joking and laughing. Loved it all so i cant pick a favourite. Was also my first time hearing Glen's music - not sure where i have been but im definitely converted. Loved the string quartet- they should get a permanent touring job as they are awesome.

    Only dislikes were the idiots shouting out ed's name and those who cant possibly go 2 hours without documenting their life on camera. It was really disrespectful especially as this was a specific request. Other than that EPIC


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  • CB254133
    CB254133 Posts: 153
    What a show!!  Completely agree with the comments regarding Black - Just magical.  

    As a huge Clash fan and whilst in London I had ensured my training route of the day went past the Joe Strummer Underpass and I paused for a moment or two to reflect and pay thanks. Holy shit - Should I Stay or Should I Go performed by another personal icon of mine, another of those moments when my world stops for a while and will never be forgotten.  Finally, Ed rocking the stage falling into the crowd during Hard Sun, where have all the years gone??

  • Bogwoppit
    Bogwoppit Posts: 13
    Furry thing 2 said:
    It was the most beautiful version of Black I have ever heard

    I second that! It was so beautiful. The whole night wasamazing, Eddie seemed so happy & playful after the sadness of the night before.
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  • H.Chinaski
    H.Chinaski Brooklyn, NY Posts: 1,600
    texasistheSTEVEN said:
    If ive learnt anything with this band/singer its ALWAYS GO TO THE 2ND NIGHT.

    That was so so good. 
    EV singing a fugazi song. When worlds truly collide
    Seriously! Glad ya got to see him doing it. Hopefully he continues doing that one in the states. Not my favorite fugazi song but seeing Ed do it would be rad! 
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  • texasistheSTEVEN
    texasistheSTEVEN Posts: 1,111
    H.Chinaski said:
    texasistheSTEVEN said:
    If ive learnt anything with this band/singer its ALWAYS GO TO THE 2ND NIGHT.

    That was so so good. 
    EV singing a fugazi song. When worlds truly collide
    Seriously! Glad ya got to see him doing it. Hopefully he continues doing that one in the states. Not my favorite fugazi song but seeing Ed do it would be rad! 
    Same. Not my fav fugazi song at all, but so good to hear.

    I've been to the dischord house and offices and hung out with Ian Mackaye and I love how EV looks up to him as a DIY artist/label owner to aspire to. They may have taken differing paths in life but that ethos definitely comes through, especially when you go back to the roots of the band, self pollution radio, ticketmaster etc etc
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  • Electro_UK
    Electro_UK Posts: 123
    Does anyone have a recording of Black? I can't get it out of my brain. It was transcendent.
    "Hey Eddie, great show-- fuck you!"
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    Ed - London 31/7/12, Amsterdam 27/5/17 + 30/5/17, London 6/6/17 + 7/6/17
  • tino_11
    tino_11 Posts: 2,184
    What a great night, superb setlist. Highlights for me were:
    The reaction of the crowd to Eddie as he walked on stage: you could feel the love and energy come from the crowd. I can't imagine how that must feel to be him!
    Long Road: probably due to all the bad news of the past month, the version of Long Road really did make the hairs on my arms stand up
    Black: I have no words for how good this was. What a privilege it was to be there to see that.
    Eddie's mood: I know the shows so far on the tour have been intense which brings it's own experience. But I have to say it was great seeing Eddie in higher spirits and enjoying himself on stage again.

    Honourable mentions: Unthought Known (great version and the crowd was really into it too), Parting Ways (first time seeing this) and the Into the Wild songs
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  • cheesy_shredder
    cheesy_shredder Posts: 87
    Just want to say thank you to Ryan and Casey from AustinTexas, sitting in Row J, for selling us their spare Night 2 poster. I really liked it but  they sold out before I arrived and you know how things are at the merch stand. Such nice people, and not because they sold the poster, we had a good chat with them their attitude was refreshing.  Any way if you see this I hope you guys enjoy the show in Dublin tomorrow. If you bump into James McDonald say hi...
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  • texanerin
    texanerin Posts: 5
    Electro_UK said:
    Does anyone have a recording of Black? I can't get it out of my brain. It was transcendent.
    Wondering the same. I'm dying to hear it! Have been checking Youtube all day but no luck.
  • Electro_UK
    Electro_UK Posts: 123
    texanerin said:
    Electro_UK said:
    Does anyone have a recording of Black? I can't get it out of my brain. It was transcendent.
    Wondering the same. I'm dying to hear it! Have been checking Youtube all day but no luck.
    Just found this! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WovHCuOEinM
    "Hey Eddie, great show-- fuck you!"
    PJ - London 25/6/10, Manchester 20/6/12 + 21/6/12, Isle of Wight 23/6/12, Seattle 6/12/13, Leeds 8/7/14, Milton Keynes 11/7/14, Boston 5/8/16 + 7/8/16
    Ed - London 31/7/12, Amsterdam 27/5/17 + 30/5/17, London 6/6/17 + 7/6/17
  • Falling Down
    Falling Down Posts: 845
    Electro_UK said:
    texanerin said:
    Electro_UK said:
    Does anyone have a recording of Black? I can't get it out of my brain. It was transcendent.
    Wondering the same. I'm dying to hear it! Have been checking Youtube all day but no luck.
    Just found this! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WovHCuOEinM
    Wow, thanks! 

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  • texanerin
    texanerin Posts: 5
    Electro_UK said:
    texanerin said:
    Electro_UK said:
    Does anyone have a recording of Black? I can't get it out of my brain. It was transcendent.
    Wondering the same. I'm dying to hear it! Have been checking Youtube all day but no luck.
    Just found this! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WovHCuOEinM
    Amazing! Thank you. Loved when everyone got up. I might have cried a little. 
  • Hep
    Hep Posts: 34
    texanerin said:
    Electro_UK said:
    texanerin said:
    Electro_UK said:
    Does anyone have a recording of Black? I can't get it out of my brain. It was transcendent.
    Wondering the same. I'm dying to hear it! Have been checking Youtube all day but no luck.
    Just found this! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WovHCuOEinM
    Amazing! Thank you. Loved when everyone got up. I might have cried a little. 
    Thanks for posting this.  Truly beautiful.  Gutted to have missed Black.  Must remember to buy tickets for both nights next time !!

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