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mdh9857

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 01:24 PM UTC #

Identity Festival
Eric Prydz, Wolfgang Gartner, Excision, Madeon, Porter Robinson, Nero (DJ-set), Paul Van Dyk, Arty, Doctor P, Noisia, Showtek, Bingo Players + More
7/27/2012
JLL
$25 (until prices go up)

It seems like all of the "big stars" who were on it decided they are better off doing solo shows.

DeathFromAbove1979

Joined: November 29, 2006 at 06:01 AM UTC

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 01:26 PM UTC #

bearman wrote:
The Hives
June 19

Awesome! Do they have a new album coming out?

i am gay and i like cats

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 01:57 PM UTC #

DeathFromAbove1979 wrote:
bearman wrote:
The Hives
June 19

Awesome! Do they have a new album coming out?

don't talk in here. eltee can't find shows. ::)

hutch

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 02:11 PM UTC #

walkonby wrote:
DeathFromAbove1979 wrote:
bearman wrote:
The Hives
June 19

Awesome! Do they have a new album coming out?

don't talk in here.  eltee can't find shows.   ::)

how did nomeimporta edit eltee's comment?

killsaly

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 02:20 PM UTC #

El-P + Killer Mike + Mr. Motherf*ckin' Exquire + Despot
July 15
RNRH

HOAX, GIVE & SEWN LEATHER; 5/18 AT GOLDEN WEST
(when did Sewn Leather start doing shows again?)

JohnnyBaconbitz

Joined: May 06, 2004 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 723

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 03:44 PM UTC #

jsilden wrote:
7/17
Neko Case + Kelly Hogan
Ram's Head Live

Wtf….why are Neko, Blitzen Trapper and Wilco all on the same night?

James Ford

Joined: July 22, 2009 at 09:02 PM UTC

Posts: 5620

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 04:08 PM UTC #

I think the clear answer is do Neko on one night, Wilco on the other, and skip Blitzen Crapper cuz they suck balls. And cuz Birchmere sucks donkey balls.

JohnnyBaconbitz wrote:
jsilden wrote:
7/17
Neko Case + Kelly Hogan
Ram's Head Live

Wtf….why are Neko, Blitzen Trapper and Wilco all on the same night?

hutch

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 04:13 PM UTC #

James wrote:
I think the clear answer is do Neko on one night, Wilco on the other, and skip Blitzen Crapper cuz they suck balls. And cuz Birchmere sucks donkey balls.

JohnnyBaconbitz wrote:
jsilden wrote:
7/17
Neko Case + Kelly Hogan
Ram's Head Live

Wtf….why are Neko, Blitzen Trapper and Wilco all on the same night?

don't get the birchmere hate… its not for you..its not for me (I don't think I've been there in six or seven years and that was a bandstand show [JORGE BEN!!!!!!!!!!!!] but its a great place for many people…its just catering to a different clientele…doesn't mean it sucks!

bellenseb

Joined: October 09, 2003 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 1889

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 04:32 PM UTC #

I haven't been in a while, but apparently they are "renovating" the bandstand and will try to book more shows there - which I would really like, as an Alexandrian. Much easier to drop in on a Bandstand show than endure the whole site-down rigamarole.

hutch wrote:
James wrote:
I think the clear answer is do Neko on one night, Wilco on the other, and skip Blitzen Crapper cuz they suck balls. And cuz Birchmere sucks donkey balls.

JohnnyBaconbitz wrote:
jsilden wrote:
7/17
Neko Case + Kelly Hogan
Ram's Head Live

Wtf….why are Neko, Blitzen Trapper and Wilco all on the same night?

don't get the birchmere hate… its not for you..its not for me (I don't think I've been there in six or seven years and that was a bandstand show [JORGE BEN!!!!!!!!!!!!] but its a great place for many people…its just catering to a different clientele…doesn't mean it sucks!

i am gay and i like cats

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 04:56 PM UTC #

oh god . . . eltee is up shits creek. ;)

Staralfur25

Joined: March 20, 2004 at 06:01 AM UTC

Posts: 235

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 06:12 PM UTC #

scissor sisters. 7-2 :-* i love you seth.

James Ford

Joined: July 22, 2009 at 09:02 PM UTC

Posts: 5620

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 06:13 PM UTC #

Let me at least try to explain.
They actually book quite a few shows that appeal to me. However:

1. Ticketmaster service charges are set up by Ticketmaster and we do not have any say in the matter. Tickets purchased at the Birchmere Box Office, will have a $4.50 service charge per ticket. This charge is for our Box Office Staff, Parking, and Security. "We want you here, happy & safe!"

*As of July 1, 2005 the City of Alexandria has passed an Admissions Entertainment Tax of 50 cents per ticket sold. This tax has been added to the Service Charge. Therefore all tickets purchased at The Birchmere Box Ofc will have a $4.50 service fee, which includes this new tax.

They make you pay for parking even if you walk to the show, or park on the street. $4.00 per ticket goes directly to the box office staff and security? How come it's only $1 for the 9:30 and free for the Black Cat?

2. Their food really does suck. But thanks to the way they time the shows, you're either eating it or sitting in the back.

3. As reported on this board (and Birchmere patrons please correct me if I'm wrong)…no free water.

4. My wife once ordered a drink there that never came. After 20 minutes, she went to the bar and complained and ordered another drink. Within minutes, the manager showed up, threatening to kick my wife out, for "being rude to my staff NOBODY IS RUDE TO MY STAFF."

6. Their ticket prices are outrageous.
Example: Justin Earle. Philly show: $15. Richmond show (coheadline with Todd Snider $20, children free), Birchmere: $29.50 plus those unavoidable fees.

Second Example: Vince Gill. Richmond show: $45. Birchmere show: $89.50.

7. The decor is just downright cheese. And not in a kitschy cool way.

hutch wrote:
James wrote:
I think the clear answer is do Neko on one night, Wilco on the other, and skip Blitzen Crapper cuz they suck balls. And cuz Birchmere sucks donkey balls.

JohnnyBaconbitz wrote:
jsilden wrote:
7/17
Neko Case + Kelly Hogan
Ram's Head Live

Wtf….why are Neko, Blitzen Trapper and Wilco all on the same night?

don't get the birchmere hate… its not for you..its not for me (I don't think I've been there in six or seven years and that was a bandstand show [JORGE BEN!!!!!!!!!!!!] but its a great place for many people…its just catering to a different clientele…doesn't mean it sucks!

bellenseb

Joined: October 09, 2003 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 1889

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 06:20 PM UTC #

All fair enough, and yes, the water thing is true. However, Bandstand shows negate the food and waiting-around issues.

James wrote:
Let me at least try to explain.
They actually book quite a few shows that appeal to me. However:

1. Ticketmaster service charges are set up by Ticketmaster and we do not have any say in the matter. Tickets purchased at the Birchmere Box Office, will have a $4.50 service charge per ticket. This charge is for our Box Office Staff, Parking, and Security. "We want you here, happy & safe!"

*As of July 1, 2005 the City of Alexandria has passed an Admissions Entertainment Tax of 50 cents per ticket sold. This tax has been added to the Service Charge. Therefore all tickets purchased at The Birchmere Box Ofc will have a $4.50 service fee, which includes this new tax.

They make you pay for parking even if you walk to the show, or park on the street. $4.00 per ticket goes directly to the box office staff and security? How come it's only $1 for the 9:30 and free for the Black Cat?

2. Their food really does suck. But thanks to the way they time the shows, you're either eating it or sitting in the back.

3. As reported on this board (and Birchmere patrons please correct me if I'm wrong)…no free water.

4. My wife once ordered a drink there that never came. After 20 minutes, she went to the bar and complained and ordered another drink. Within minutes, the manager showed up, threatening to kick my wife out, for "being rude to my staff NOBODY IS RUDE TO MY STAFF."

6. Their ticket prices are outrageous.
Example: Justin Earle. Philly show: $15. Richmond show (coheadline with Todd Snider $20, children free), Birchmere: $29.50 plus those unavoidable fees.

Second Example: Vince Gill. Richmond show: $45. Birchmere show: $89.50.

7. The decor is just downright cheese. And not in a kitschy cool way.

sweetcell

Joined: July 18, 2006 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 22608

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 06:34 PM UTC #

SIGUR RÓS @ SKYLINE STAGE AT THE MANN

FIRST SHOW SOLD OUT.
SECOND SHOW ADDED BY POPULAR DEMAND: SUNDAY JULY 29
ON SALE SATURDAY, APRIL 28 AT NOON.

and about the venue:

About Skyline Stage @ The Mann:
There's an all new way to love music at The Mann! Introducing The Skyline Stage, located at the top hill with the best view of the Philadelphia city skyline, a truly unique GA standing room concert experience. Enjoy great music in historic Fairmount Park like never before!

jdd_204

Joined: April 22, 2008 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 190

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 06:40 PM UTC #

bellenseb wrote:
I haven't been in a while, but apparently they are "renovating" the bandstand and will try to book more shows there - which I would really like, as an Alexandrian. Much easier to drop in on a Bandstand show than endure the whole site-down rigamarole.

When I was there last month, the bandstand stage had been moved against the wall directly opposite the entrance to the music room. I don't know if that will be permanent.

killsaly

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 08:38 PM UTC #

Halloween 2012

the Polyphonic Spree performs the songs of Rocky Horror Picture Show (along with a few originals)

Location TBD
(oops i think this is in the UK…)

azaghal1981

Joined: June 17, 2004 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 12035

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 08:48 PM UTC #

@DCMusicDigest is a must-follow twitter handle.

@showlistdc, too as mentioned in other threads.

hutch

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Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 08:54 PM UTC #

James wrote:
Let me at least try to explain.
They actually book quite a few shows that appeal to me. However:

1. Ticketmaster service charges are set up by Ticketmaster and we do not have any say in the matter. Tickets purchased at the Birchmere Box Office, will have a $4.50 service charge per ticket. This charge is for our Box Office Staff, Parking, and Security. "We want you here, happy & safe!"

*As of July 1, 2005 the City of Alexandria has passed an Admissions Entertainment Tax of 50 cents per ticket sold. This tax has been added to the Service Charge. Therefore all tickets purchased at The Birchmere Box Ofc will have a $4.50 service fee, which includes this new tax.

They make you pay for parking even if you walk to the show, or park on the street. $4.00 per ticket goes directly to the box office staff and security? How come it's only $1 for the 9:30 and free for the Black Cat?

2. Their food really does suck. But thanks to the way they time the shows, you're either eating it or sitting in the back.

3. As reported on this board (and Birchmere patrons please correct me if I'm wrong)…no free water.

4. My wife once ordered a drink there that never came. After 20 minutes, she went to the bar and complained and ordered another drink. Within minutes, the manager showed up, threatening to kick my wife out, for "being rude to my staff NOBODY IS RUDE TO MY STAFF."

6. Their ticket prices are outrageous.
Example: Justin Earle. Philly show: $15. Richmond show (coheadline with Todd Snider $20, children free), Birchmere: $29.50 plus those unavoidable fees.

Second Example: Vince Gill. Richmond show: $45. Birchmere show: $89.50.

7. The decor is just downright cheese. And not in a kitschy cool way.

hutch wrote:
James wrote:
I think the clear answer is do Neko on one night, Wilco on the other, and skip Blitzen Crapper cuz they suck balls. And cuz Birchmere sucks donkey balls.

JohnnyBaconbitz wrote:
jsilden wrote:
7/17
Neko Case + Kelly Hogan
Ram's Head Live

Wtf….why are Neko, Blitzen Trapper and Wilco all on the same night?

don't get the birchmere hate… its not for you..its not for me (I don't think I've been there in six or seven years and that was a bandstand show [JORGE BEN!!!!!!!!!!!!] but its a great place for many people…its just catering to a different clientele…doesn't mean it sucks!

ok.. maybe it sucks.. i used to go there a bit more in the 90s during my alt country/folkie phase…. i liked the pitchers of beer and grub.. maybe things have changed..

in any case, they NEVER book anything i'm into too much..

azaghal1981

Joined: June 17, 2004 at 05:01 AM UTC

Posts: 12035

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 09:23 PM UTC #

Well this came out of nowhere.

Ed Askew
this Friday
The Cherch

Unsanity

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Posts: 1077

Re: Just Announced April 25, 2012 at 09:26 PM UTC #

killsaly wrote:
El-P + Killer Mike + Mr. Motherf*ckin' Exquire + Despot
July 15
RNRH

Holy Smokes! Why does this awesome show have to be at RNRH! 9:30 be slackin!