Post Show Banter >>>>

K8teebug wrote:

bearman wrote:

hutch wrote:
bon iver.. just kill me…

Thank God I'm not the only one. I cannot believe that many folks are into that band.

Do not like.

It's rare that I'm in agreement with so many boardies, but since I am I'll throw my hat into the ring as well. While I don't think he's terrible (tolerable might be the better t word), I don't understand his widespread appeal. Same goes for Sturgill Simpson.

At least he doesn't have a mustache.

Justin Vernon's side project Shouting Matches is worth a listen, basically a rock and roll blues band which includes a band member from Space's other favorite band, Hiss Golden Messenger.

Yada wrote:
Justin Vernon's side project Shouting Matches is worth a listen, basically a rock and roll blues band which includes a band member from Space's other favorite band, Hiss Golden Messenger.

I fucking hate "rock and roll blues" bands.  :P

I hate Bon Iver also.

Music to slit your wrists too.

Space wrote:

Yada wrote:
Justin Vernon's side project Shouting Matches is worth a listen, basically a rock and roll blues band which includes a band member from Space's other favorite band, Hiss Golden Messenger.

I fucking hate "rock and roll blues" bands.  :P

You mean like the Rolling Stones?

No Bon here; but have enjoyed HGM in concert. And, love the rollingstone,s

Yada wrote:

Space wrote:

Yada wrote:

Space wrote:

Yada wrote:

bearman wrote:
I really don't get Bon Iver. But clearly I'm in the minority. I have never seen a GA pit THAT packed at Merriweather, and so was the pavilion. There were a good amount of people on the lawn too. A friend of mine had an extra ticket, so I went. I'm glad I checked it out, just so that I can keep up with the way music is changing, but it kinda just made me feel disconnected. What was also weird is how Justin kept that audience's attention. That is not music that I would say is suited for a huge amount of people, but then again, what do I know? Merriweather is definitely one of my very favorite outdoor/big venues. It may not be the Hollywood Bowl (still haven't been to the Gorge or Red Rocks yet), but it's always a great place to see a show.

I agree… I really liked his first album but after that, I really don't get it either.

Hopefully you caught Hiss Golden Messenger.

After catching them on Youtube, I made a point of missing them when they opened for DBT. That allowed me time for an extra beer at Churchkey.

Your opinion means nothing to me.

Oh come now, this is the very definition of boring, and that mustache is shit. I mean who the hell ever wears a mustache other than 80 year old firemen?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXGRZLe7KYY

Weren't you at a DBT show??? Speakin' of boring…

As the board's biggest alt-country fan, get yourself a 3.25oz pour of your finest cellared beer, listen to Lateness of Dancers from start to finish and come back tomorrow with a valid opinion.

I'll give it a try, but from all I've heard, they're generic as hell (even for an admittedly generic genre like alt-country), like The War on Drugs without any catchy tunes.

Bagley wrote:

bearman wrote:


Funny, the show last night had a similar vibe. Very little talking. Been a long time since I've seen that level of reverence from the audience. Reminded me of the time I saw Elliott Smith solo acoustic at the Black Cat.

You, lucky devil, you

Seeing Elliott solo, just him and his guitar, was a pretty special thing. Everything about that guy was special. He was something else. There's never been anyone like him since and I don't think there will be.

Space wrote:

Yada wrote:

Space wrote:

Yada wrote:

Space wrote:

Yada wrote:

bearman wrote:
I really don't get Bon Iver. But clearly I'm in the minority. I have never seen a GA pit THAT packed at Merriweather, and so was the pavilion. There were a good amount of people on the lawn too. A friend of mine had an extra ticket, so I went. I'm glad I checked it out, just so that I can keep up with the way music is changing, but it kinda just made me feel disconnected. What was also weird is how Justin kept that audience's attention. That is not music that I would say is suited for a huge amount of people, but then again, what do I know? Merriweather is definitely one of my very favorite outdoor/big venues. It may not be the Hollywood Bowl (still haven't been to the Gorge or Red Rocks yet), but it's always a great place to see a show.

I agree… I really liked his first album but after that, I really don't get it either.

Hopefully you caught Hiss Golden Messenger.

After catching them on Youtube, I made a point of missing them when they opened for DBT. That allowed me time for an extra beer at Churchkey.

Your opinion means nothing to me.

Oh come now, this is the very definition of boring, and that mustache is shit. I mean who the hell ever wears a mustache other than 80 year old firemen?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXGRZLe7KYY

Weren't you at a DBT show??? Speakin' of boring…

As the board's biggest alt-country fan, get yourself a 3.25oz pour of your finest cellared beer, listen to Lateness of Dancers from start to finish and come back tomorrow with a valid opinion.

I'll give it a try, but from all I've heard, they're generic as hell (even for an admittedly generic genre like alt-country), like The War on Drugs without any catchy tunes.

So I split a pint of an Aslin DIPA with my wife last night with dinner and then queued up a youtube mix of Hiss Golden Messenger and asked her what she thought of it.

"Boring, innocuous, Jack Johnson shit." Then a minute later "Turn this shitty music off."

I did not turn it off, it played through three HGM songs and then inexplicable started playing War on Drugs songs.

She says the same kind of things about music that she even knows that I like.  :(

first time seeing Sigur Ros last night and thought they were incredible. LED game was strong.

also first time seeing the new renovations at Merriweather (bathrooms, etc) - very nice!

well space… you didn't follow the directions and queued up a bunch of random tunes on your dell latitude via youtube… Like I said, listen to the album from start to finish and you'll be tappin' your toes in your white pleated pants.

also, #lolboniver

http://www.stereogum.com/1943530/bon-iver-may-never-fly-delta-again/news/

I love it when Indie Darlings, become mainstream spoiled cunts, when they don't get their way.

Yada wrote:
well space… you didn't follow the directions and queued up a bunch of random tunes on your dell latitude via youtube… Like I said, listen to the album from start to finish and you'll be tappin' your toes in your white pleated pants.

also, #lolboniver

http://www.stereogum.com/1943530/bon-iver-may-never-fly-delta-again/news/

Actually it was on an old MAC, and I'm not sure where to listen to the album without actually buying it.

Space wrote:

Yada wrote:
well space… you didn't follow the directions and queued up a bunch of random tunes on your dell latitude via youtube… Like I said, listen to the album from start to finish and you'll be tappin' your toes in your white pleated pants.

also, #lolboniver

http://www.stereogum.com/1943530/bon-iver-may-never-fly-delta-again/news/

Actually it was on an old MAC, and I'm not sure where to listen to the album without actually buying it.

Step into the 2000's son.

Delfest was awesome…. highly recommended for a family friendly event.

Cheap beer, decent food, good music… kids running around everywhere in the middle of the hills of Western Maryland. Would attend again and bummed I haven't gone in the past.

Yada wrote:
Delfest was awesome…. highly recommended for a family friendly event.

Cheap beer, decent food, good music… kids running around everywhere in the middle of the hills of Western Maryland. Would attend again and bummed I haven't gone in the past.

I've been meaning to take the fam, heard it's great
always bad timing for me…

Side wrote:

Julian, wrote:

killsaly wrote:
Car Seat Headrest were a lot of fun live.  I can see big things for them.  The Ottobar was packed and I was able to grab a spot near the front; almost everyone I could see was singing along to every song.  They did the loud quiet dynamic well, and reminded me of a throwback to the 90s.  I would not be surprised if their next tour they hit up the 930 Club and sell it out.   I had only listened to the new record once, and I would have probably skipped last night, but am glad I went, I am now a fan.

While it wasn't a sell out, they probably filled 75%+ of The National in Richmond which is comparable to 9:30 (actually a little larger). But the ticket price was cheap so that may have helped.

sadly one of the few shows without Lucy Dacus opening for them
they also just soldout    two nights at the Bowery ballroom in NYC
so they are ready to pack if not sell out the 930

And they did sell out the 930 last night.  Good show.

ggw wrote:

Side wrote:

Julian, wrote:

killsaly wrote:
Car Seat Headrest were a lot of fun live.  I can see big things for them.  The Ottobar was packed and I was able to grab a spot near the front; almost everyone I could see was singing along to every song.  They did the loud quiet dynamic well, and reminded me of a throwback to the 90s.  I would not be surprised if their next tour they hit up the 930 Club and sell it out.   I had only listened to the new record once, and I would have probably skipped last night, but am glad I went, I am now a fan.

While it wasn't a sell out, they probably filled 75%+ of The National in Richmond which is comparable to 9:30 (actually a little larger). But the ticket price was cheap so that may have helped.

sadly one of the few shows without Lucy Dacus opening for them
they also just soldout    two nights at the Bowery ballroom in NYC
so they are ready to pack if not sell out the 930

And they did sell out the 930 last night.  Good show.

They're playing Richmond's "friday in the park" concerts the end of the month for like $5. I look forward to seeing them again.

Yes, wrote:They're playing Richmond's "friday in the park" concerts the end of the month for like $5. I look forward to seeing them again.

price doubled!!
still a great deal at $10

Side wrote:

Yes, wrote:They're playing Richmond's "friday in the park" concerts the end of the month for like $5. I look forward to seeing them again.

price doubled!!
still a great deal at $10

They're all $5 or $10. Conor Oberst tonight.