*** Detroit Fanviews Here 10/16/14 ***

When Ed smashed his guitar and stomped on it (I think after betterman) - I thought to myself that may have been the coolest fucking thing I have ever seen in my life. Maybe he always does that? Or maybe my life is a bit boring so that shit just seems REALLY cool to me... Was looking on youtube for a video but couldn't find one. Anyone have a link to that guitar smash? I'd like to watch it every morning before I start my day.

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That was fun! So happy they played Joe Louis and not The Palace.

My quick 2¢:

My first PJ show since '10, 7th overall (+Ed solo in '11, makes 8ish). Hometown show for me. Ecstatic that they chose the Joe and skipped the Palace, made the entire experience better. People who traveled for this show from out of state, be thankful!! All the people saying Detroit is some kind of shithole, just wrong… There are bars, restaurants, museums, public transportation…The Palace of Auburn Hills has horrible sound and one bar within a twenty minute drive, let alone an hour walk. Thank god they chose the Joe!!!!! Sounded so much better!

This was my first GA show, and so i was a bit worried ahead of time. Wasn't sure what people were saying as far as waiting in line ahead of time, and the "Numbers" thing …Was worried that i was making a mistake not heading down early. Now i know it just refers to the Merch line…Damn, 4 hour wait for a jersey!!?? Pass!!
But was very happy with my 5 minute wait at will call. Hopped on the people mover, had some quick PJ conversations with some guys from Hamilton, and another couple, headed down to Greektown, grabbed some food and drinks and drinks…Came back right after doors, walked straight in the GA entrance, no wait. Grabbed a couple more drinks from Olympia Club, down to the floor, parked about 5-6 back, halfway between Stone and Ed.

The crowd was loud from the start, couldn't hear Ed or guitars very much for the first couple songs. 1st time songs for me: Release, Oceans, Light Years, BRY, LB and MYM, Once, Amongst the Waves, Man of the Hour, Imagine. That's a hell of a lot of 1st time songs considering i've seen 6 other shows by this band! i mean i get it, i get it…and i haven't seen 'em 75 times like most of y'all...But it really puts things into perspective.

Guy behind me called "I am Mine" before Ed started Light Years. I corrected him, had to be right, lol. Good guess tho man, very close! Another girl in the pit started handing out water bottles somewhere near the end of set one. thanks to you!! And congrats to the license plate girl getting on camera, spoke with her really quick before the show.

As others have said, lots of tags: Stranglehold, I wanna be your Dog, save it for later, Detroit Rock City. I haven't heard PJ play any Detroit Rock City except for listening to ATL '94 eight thousand times over, so that threw me for a small loop.

Again, first time being up close for PJ, and first show since '10, and i just couldn't believe the energy level on stage. And the smiling!!! Jesus, these guys were happy and loose, all of 'em. And Ed's up there smashing lights and guitars, splashing wine on the crowd, running up the side stairs…McCready down into the crowd….so fun to watch.

Anyways, can't wait for the boot. Couldn't hear McCready very well where i was at, so i'm looking forward to hearing which songs he demolished. Can't say enough about Matt Cameron, although i guess the "Matt Fucking Cameron" Sign that was about 5 people in front of me sort of covers it: MC is a MACHINE!! I was happy to be parked out by Stone tho; i like focusing in on his parts…my favorite player out there. Go Stone!

Couldn't be happier with any of the whole nite. Honestly didn't think there was any way they could live up to the amount of hype my mind has generated…but Easily the best show i've seen of theirs. Thanks so much PJ.

This was my first show and my wife's third show. We drove 6 1/2 hours, but it was the closest tour stop for us. It was definitely worth the time and effort to get there. The sound was great at Joe Louis arena. Being my first show I enjoyed every song played, however I think the setlist was terrific. So many memorable moments and songs, and I left the concert wanting more. I can't wait to plan my next trip.

traindoga said:

Ok...I don't know wtf all these people are talking about. pearl jam is normally incredible. I have seen them 20 times and this was easily the worst show ever from Go up until encore 1. First not having any general admission area is not a wise move. It takes from, not adds to the aura of the band. It was a crowd of mid aged white suburbanites so smashed drunk they could barely see. Hoarding their seats and calling security because we were standing next to them in the aisle. Never used to be like that. I guess that is what you d expect when the people buying the good seats are likely people with money who probably dont even know the music well in any way. I was kicked out of the gen admin areas multiple times by fans who ratted me out. Eddie mocked detroit often and he also apologized atfter an ovation saying they did not deserve it. He told the crowd he loved Canada in order to provoke them. He was irritable. He was probably trippin on shrooms if I had to guess and he felt the vibe and the negativity. He knew his crowd wasnt there. It was something helse. He was like a puppet on strings trying to impress a crowd that he was mocking openly. WAIT AND GET THE DAMN live CD!! You will know it then. The show improved exponentially after he smashed the guitar and stomped on it more than i ever saw him (because he felt bad about how he did the crowd). I thought the crowd was weak also. Something has been lost. Maybe theyre old and maybe the crowd was too old, but Im telling you that the shit was weak compared to how it normally goes. Eddie, if you read this, YOU definitely know what I m saying. Love Ed and the band to death but they had a down night and EDDIE knew it. He apologized for it and that is when it got better. They are fun to forgive. Ill admit that. But take that epic show shit and stick it. Its just not true.

I think this is all people need to read to understand your critical review. "I was kicked out of the gen admin areas multiple times by fans who ratted me out." Let me guess....you were also shoving them out of your way so you could get to the rail.

I think this is all people need to read to understand your critical review. "I was kicked out of the gen admin areas multiple times by fans who ratted me out." Let me guess....you were also shoving them out of your way so you could get to the rail.

all butthurt from being ratted ratted out... glad you got to the bottom of it mcatake!

nycrats said:

traindoga said:

Ok...I don't know wtf all these people are talking about. pearl jam is normally incredible. I have seen them 20 times and this was easily the worst show ever from Go up until encore 1. First not having any general admission area is not a wise move. It takes from, not adds to the aura of the band. It was a crowd of mid aged white suburbanites so smashed drunk they could barely see. Hoarding their seats and calling security because we were standing next to them in the aisle. Never used to be like that. I guess that is what you d expect when the people buying the good seats are likely people with money who probably dont even know the music well in any way. I was kicked out of the gen admin areas multiple times by fans who ratted me out. Eddie mocked detroit often and he also apologized atfter an ovation saying they did not deserve it. He told the crowd he loved Canada in order to provoke them. He was irritable. He was probably trippin on shrooms if I had to guess and he felt the vibe and the negativity. He knew his crowd wasnt there. It was something helse. He was like a puppet on strings trying to impress a crowd that he was mocking openly. WAIT AND GET THE DAMN live CD!! You will know it then. The show improved exponentially after he smashed the guitar and stomped on it more than i ever saw him (because he felt bad about how he did the crowd). I thought the crowd was weak also. Something has been lost. Maybe theyre old and maybe the crowd was too old, but Im telling you that the shit was weak compared to how it normally goes. Eddie, if you read this, YOU definitely know what I m saying. Love Ed and the band to death but they had a down night and EDDIE knew it. He apologized for it and that is when it got better. They are fun to forgive. Ill admit that. But take that epic show shit and stick it. Its just not true.

HUH??? i think we all know who was really on drugs at this show..
dude, just stay in your crappy seats and bitch and moan from there, stop trying to get better seats and complaining when asked to move. so much wrong in this post, i dont even feel like tackling it all..

I think this dude accidently attended a CREED show

traindoga said:

Ok...I don't know wtf all these people are talking about. pearl jam is normally incredible. I have seen them 20 times and this was easily the worst show ever from Go up until encore 1. First not having any general admission area is not a wise move. It takes from, not adds to the aura of the band. It was a crowd of mid aged white suburbanites so smashed drunk they could barely see. Hoarding their seats and calling security because we were standing next to them in the aisle. Never used to be like that. I guess that is what you d expect when the people buying the good seats are likely people with money who probably dont even know the music well in any way. I was kicked out of the gen admin areas multiple times by fans who ratted me out. Eddie mocked detroit often and he also apologized atfter an ovation saying they did not deserve it. He told the crowd he loved Canada in order to provoke them. He was irritable. He was probably trippin on shrooms if I had to guess and he felt the vibe and the negativity. He knew his crowd wasnt there. It was something helse. He was like a puppet on strings trying to impress a crowd that he was mocking openly. WAIT AND GET THE DAMN live CD!! You will know it then. The show improved exponentially after he smashed the guitar and stomped on it more than i ever saw him (because he felt bad about how he did the crowd). I thought the crowd was weak also. Something has been lost. Maybe theyre old and maybe the crowd was too old, but Im telling you that the shit was weak compared to how it normally goes. Eddie, if you read this, YOU definitely know what I m saying. Love Ed and the band to death but they had a down night and EDDIE knew it. He apologized for it and that is when it got better. They are fun to forgive. Ill admit that. But take that epic show shit and stick it. Its just not true.

This is the most ridiculous post I've read all year...lol

Great show. I too was shocked that I really enjoyed my time in Detroit (aside from the saints loss). The arena was kind of a shithole, but the sound was incredible and there were ample bathrooms and vendors.
In 24 shows, I'd never seen them open with release somehow (I've caught it on encore). Also, I got oceans for the first time. The crowd was amazing and the band was in top form.

I randomly met mike walking down the street Friday and he was incredibly cool and humble.