The Official 2025 Tour Rumor Thread

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  • 100 Pacer
    100 Pacer Toronto, ON Posts: 9,336
    schaefferlax said:
    nicknyr15 said:
    Depressing to think theyll play the sphere. 
    Yup. Sphere is a gimmick; really hope they avoid it
    The Sphere isn’t a gimmick. It’s a purpose built venue meaning from a production standpoint the band can immensely reduce their overhead by avoiding the need for a PA system, lighting rig, and a stage. Coupled with cutting edge technology and a sound system capable of satisfying their needs it becomes an attractive business case where logistically it’s feasible to leave the equipment parked for a month and return as required and everyone involved be it band crew and audience can easily travel and be accommodated. 


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  • Get_Right
    Get_Right Posts: 14,234
    schaefferlax said:
    nicknyr15 said:
    Depressing to think theyll play the sphere. 
    Yup. Sphere is a gimmick; really hope they avoid it

    I do not think it is a gimmick, it is simply a new form of entertainment in typical Vegas style. Over the top. If people like it good for them. Not for me though.
  • fookie
    fookie Posts: 318
    Gimmick! Have you been?
    If you go I think you’ll enjoy it…
  • nicknyr15
    nicknyr15 Posts: 9,476
    100 Pacer said:
    schaefferlax said:
    nicknyr15 said:
    Depressing to think theyll play the sphere. 
    Yup. Sphere is a gimmick; really hope they avoid it
    The Sphere isn’t a gimmick. It’s a purpose built venue meaning from a production standpoint the band can immensely reduce their overhead by avoiding the need for a PA system, lighting rig, and a stage. Coupled with cutting edge technology and a sound system capable of satisfying their needs it becomes an attractive business case where logistically it’s feasible to leave the equipment parked for a month and return as required and everyone involved be it band crew and audience can easily travel and be accommodated. 


    Still a residency in Vegas. I don’t care how cutting edge it is. It forces your fanbase to travel to imo, an awful destination so they don’t have to. Great for them from a business standpoint. My other favorite band played 40 shows there. My feeling was the same however it made perfect sense for u2 to play there. They’ve always pushed the limits of a live show from a technology standpoint. Not the same for PJ. Just my opinion obviously. 
  • rearviewmirror33
    rearviewmirror33 Posts: 99
    CLEVELAND! it's been over 14yrs
  • pjl44
    pjl44 Posts: 10,693
    edited September 2024
    Everyone I've spoken to who has seen a Sphere show has said overwhelmingly positive things about it. I'm interested in catching a show there and Pearl Jam would be a great reason. I'd be interested to see what they do with it.
  • mpedone
    mpedone 540xxx - Manchester, NH Posts: 1,961
    CantKeepmedown said:
    Wouldn't they have to really up their visual/production/whatever you call it for the Sphere? What they did this past tour with the screens did absolutely nothing for me (I actually enjoyed it more when it was just showing the band but I'm sure others disagree). But the Sphere seems tailor made for bands like Phish, D&C, U2, etc.  Not a band like PJ.  

    Has a band ever played the Sphere without using the visuals? Or not solely focusing on the visuals? Just seems like a mismatch to me. I know people would go nuts here and that makes me happy. It would be an easy pass for me but would be happy to check it out on youtube lol
    I was mixed on the visuals. I loved seeing them playing DTE over the video, but the Dark Matter visuals were a mixed bag for me. Setting Sun was very cool, Wreckage visuals were kinda dull (and before anyone says anything, I love the song).
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  • mpedone
    mpedone 540xxx - Manchester, NH Posts: 1,961
    nicknyr15 said:
    100 Pacer said:
    schaefferlax said:
    nicknyr15 said:
    Depressing to think theyll play the sphere. 
    Yup. Sphere is a gimmick; really hope they avoid it
    The Sphere isn’t a gimmick. It’s a purpose built venue meaning from a production standpoint the band can immensely reduce their overhead by avoiding the need for a PA system, lighting rig, and a stage. Coupled with cutting edge technology and a sound system capable of satisfying their needs it becomes an attractive business case where logistically it’s feasible to leave the equipment parked for a month and return as required and everyone involved be it band crew and audience can easily travel and be accommodated. 


    Still a residency in Vegas. I don’t care how cutting edge it is. It forces your fanbase to travel to imo, an awful destination so they don’t have to. Great for them from a business standpoint. My other favorite band played 40 shows there. My feeling was the same however it made perfect sense for u2 to play there. They’ve always pushed the limits of a live show from a technology standpoint. Not the same for PJ. Just my opinion obviously. 
    I think it was back in 2018 that Mike was interviewed about touring, and mentioned how much he'd love to do a residency. I know he doesn't speak for the whole band, but I could see them enjoying it - it's touring without the tour.
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  • DEGBTI
    DEGBTI san diego Posts: 998
    Aside from Facemeltor's one comment months ago, every other comment or wish is just piggybacking off him. Nobody else has chimed in with a Sphere rumor on their own. So pages of Sphere talk is not very credible IMO. 
  • PSUS2H
    PSUS2H USA Posts: 2,405
    DEGBTI said:
    Aside from Facemeltor's one comment months ago, every other comment or wish is just piggybacking off him. Nobody else has chimed in with a Sphere rumor on their own. So pages of Sphere talk is not very credible IMO. 
    I feel like them bringing Rob Sheridan on to work on this tour is the test for Sphere. He brings that aesthetic that would pop there.  But hey, you're right how credible is any of this until its announced? 
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  • on2legs
    on2legs Posts: 16,103
    edited September 2024
    Facemeltor has been pretty reliable and The Sphere is the new “it” place so it’s totally reasonable for them to want to give it a try.  Of course none of this is worth betting the montage payment on but that’s why it’s a rumor thread.  
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  • vedpunk
    vedpunk Posts: 965
    edited September 2024
    Tool is announcing Sphere soon….which makes a lot of sense. 
  • nautical_disaster
    nautical_disaster Posts: 348
    vedpunk said:
    Tool is announcing Sphere soon….which makes a lot of sense. 
    Man...one of the greatest visual bands, along with my favorite drummer of all time...that would be amazing.

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  • Brisk.
    Brisk. Posts: 11,581
    edited September 2024
    Can you Sphere simps get a separate thread for that.
  • pdalowsky
    pdalowsky Doncaster,UK Posts: 15,276
    Id love to see them at the Sphere, but a 14 hr flight is a bit of a pain in the ass......

    and now my kids wanna tag along.......might need a mortgage to make it happen
  • demetrios
    demetrios Posts: 98,322
    setlist41 said:
    I think in 2025, they'll do Mexico,  some Canada shows, I guess Europe and maybe I think they'll do a few southeast shows in US, like Atlanta,  Florida maybe new Orleans. 


  • MikeDigs
    MikeDigs Santa Monica, CA Posts: 1,680
    demetrios said:
    setlist41 said:
    I think in 2025, they'll do Mexico,  some Canada shows, I guess Europe and maybe I think they'll do a few southeast shows in US, like Atlanta,  Florida maybe new Orleans. 


    Calgary seems like a perfect destination for PJ35 / Pearl Jam Week shows.  It's a great location, and the nearby Banff National Park is a very attractive destination.
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  • The Camaros Hood
    The Camaros Hood Boston, MA Posts: 482
    Whatever happened to the Climate Pledge Arena residency talk? I seem to remember a discussion about them doing like a monthly gig there like Billy Joel did at MSG. Was I hallucinating or was that once a discussion/idea for them?
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  • HughFreakingDillon
    HughFreakingDillon Winnipeg Posts: 40,118
    guess I need to save my pennies. I ain't doing just Winnipeg this time if they actually TOUR Canada. 
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  • demetrios
    demetrios Posts: 98,322
    HughFreakingDillon said:
    guess I need to save my pennies. I ain't doing just Winnipeg this time if they actually TOUR Canada. 

    Come to Atlantic Canada. Well, hopefully Pearl Jam makes the trip again to Atlantic Canada.

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