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Gunpowder Gelatine
I just got back a few minutes ago and I'm exhausted...the show was absolutely incredible! I think the setlist was the same as New Jersey...with the addition of Slash during Can't Get Enough Of Your Love! The entire band sounded tight and the place was almost completely filled...when I was walking out, I read that there were 16,939 people attending - and the Bowl holds probably 17,000 and change, which I think was an awesome welcome back to Queen after all these years. I'm still in shock, but the highlights for me had to be Love Of My Life (the DVDs don't do nearly enough justice to how great the feeling is of actually being there!), '39 and These Are The Days Of Our Lives with the video of the band in Japan in the background. Also, the disco ball and the background of stars and clouds during Brian's guitar solo was amazing! I hope someone comes up with pictures of that.
It was the best...I can't believe it's over. I really hope they come back again...I'm having such Queen withdrawl now!
It was the best...I can't believe it's over. I really hope they come back again...I'm having such Queen withdrawl now!
Lisser
Awesome!!! I was staying up to read the first review!!!
Woooooooooo hooooooooo!! I wonder what other celebrities were there!!
:)
Woooooooooo hooooooooo!! I wonder what other celebrities were there!!
:)
Shane Jazz
Wow! I am watching a documentary on Velvet Revolver this very minute, and then to log on and see that Slash joined the boys tonight! Fantastic! It's a bit odd that he joined in on that song, although it is a killer tune. I thought something along the lines of TYMD or WWRY, but it's exciting news regardless!
All I Hear Is Radio Gaga
Well I just got back a few minutes ago. What can I say, wow, I'm still floating. There is no way to put into words how amazing this show was. Brian was so awesome, he is truely a god. And Roger, he still sounds amazing as ever if not better. When Slash came out, I was freaking out, I got a couple great pictures of them together on the catwalk. Love of My Life was just amazing, the whole crowd was singing from what I heard. And when Brian did his guitar solo, it was so cool, stunning. They had the disco ball going on and it looked so rad. It was misting, almost raining, almost. Anyways, I'll be putting my pictures up soon. Email me if you have any questions!
rockyracoon
My wife and I took an assortment of adult relatives with us tonight. All were completely blown away by the whole thing.
It was the first time we had seen Queen live in 23 years. The concert brought a flood of memories, and led me to tears on several occasions. The whole thing was masterfully done, as Brian, Roger and Paul were truly exceptional. And the inclusion of All Right Now, an incredibly powerful stadium rock-anthem, in the encore was brilliant.
The falling mist during the second half of the concert was nearly unnoticeable as we were so absorbed with the concert. We really enjoyed full participation with the Radio Gaga hand-clapping, and basically sang ourselves hoarse with many other songs.
Disappointments with the concert were very very few. The band somehow got out of tune at the end of Bohemian Rhapsody -- I think Spike Edney's synthesizer was mistakenly left tuned a half note higher from a prior song, which then left the guitars on a different pitch. Then it seemed that Paul wasn't sure if he should be singing with the synth or with the guitars. He settled with the synth, and Brian made a masterful switch to a slightly different key to complete the solo at the end of the song. Also, on Show Must Go On, the mixing seemed a bit out of whack, as some of the sound was mushy.
Overall I have to give the evening an A++, as I enjoyed listening to my favorite artists, my favorite music, enjoyed the excitement of the entire event, and watched my family get totally blown away by an evening with Queen. My personal emotional fulfilment with the concert is really beyond words.
It is always interesting to hear the comments of attendees who hadn't been all that familiar with Queen. On several occasions, during the slow crowded walk to exit the Bowl, I heard comments to the effect...."There IS a God, and his name is Brian May". And Roger, being an incredible machine on the drums, and Paul, with a great voice, drew their fair share of compliments as well.
What a great evening. Our drive back to San Diego was filled with superlatives, enthusiasm, and hopes that we won't have to wait another 23 years to see them again.
It was the first time we had seen Queen live in 23 years. The concert brought a flood of memories, and led me to tears on several occasions. The whole thing was masterfully done, as Brian, Roger and Paul were truly exceptional. And the inclusion of All Right Now, an incredibly powerful stadium rock-anthem, in the encore was brilliant.
The falling mist during the second half of the concert was nearly unnoticeable as we were so absorbed with the concert. We really enjoyed full participation with the Radio Gaga hand-clapping, and basically sang ourselves hoarse with many other songs.
Disappointments with the concert were very very few. The band somehow got out of tune at the end of Bohemian Rhapsody -- I think Spike Edney's synthesizer was mistakenly left tuned a half note higher from a prior song, which then left the guitars on a different pitch. Then it seemed that Paul wasn't sure if he should be singing with the synth or with the guitars. He settled with the synth, and Brian made a masterful switch to a slightly different key to complete the solo at the end of the song. Also, on Show Must Go On, the mixing seemed a bit out of whack, as some of the sound was mushy.
Overall I have to give the evening an A++, as I enjoyed listening to my favorite artists, my favorite music, enjoyed the excitement of the entire event, and watched my family get totally blown away by an evening with Queen. My personal emotional fulfilment with the concert is really beyond words.
It is always interesting to hear the comments of attendees who hadn't been all that familiar with Queen. On several occasions, during the slow crowded walk to exit the Bowl, I heard comments to the effect...."There IS a God, and his name is Brian May". And Roger, being an incredible machine on the drums, and Paul, with a great voice, drew their fair share of compliments as well.
What a great evening. Our drive back to San Diego was filled with superlatives, enthusiasm, and hopes that we won't have to wait another 23 years to see them again.
Bobby_brown
Great to hear that!!
By the way, i would like to know if Howard Stern attended the show and what does he think of it.
Take care
By the way, i would like to know if Howard Stern attended the show and what does he think of it.
Take care
bohemian91730
the show was great the setlist was great although they should put some new songs in I also thought it was awesome when Slash joined for Can't Get Enough
Mr.Jingles
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Bobby_brown wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Great to hear that!!
By the way, i would like to know if Howard Stern attended the show and what does he think of it.
Take care[/QUOTE]
Howard actually broadcasts from NY, and I don't think he even attended the NJ show.
I remember him listening to 'ROTC' during his show, and he kinda had mixed views about it. Btw, Howard Stern has mentioned many times that he's a Queen fan.
By the way, i would like to know if Howard Stern attended the show and what does he think of it.
Take care[/QUOTE]
Howard actually broadcasts from NY, and I don't think he even attended the NJ show.
I remember him listening to 'ROTC' during his show, and he kinda had mixed views about it. Btw, Howard Stern has mentioned many times that he's a Queen fan.
Atomic Dog
Just Amazing!
The evening could not have been any better.
After seeing them in England, this was by far the very best show.
Paul Rogers kicked butt. His voice was so on, and he really settled in with his style and took averyone there for a GREAT Ride. Paul took charge and made it special. I loved his walking down the side of the old pool walls, maybe one foot wide, in between all the fans slapping their hands. Very Cool.
Brian played beautifully last night. Maybe the misting rain held in the sound so his guitar sang a bit more, or he is just brilliant, take your pick. The visual of him playing with the glass ball spinning, and the lights shooting thru the mist was truely special, and maybe will never be seen again.
Roger was smooth as silk last night. Great singing, and was having alot of fun. He told the everyone he thought the Hollywood Bowl was a stadium, not a night club. As he said this one of the waiters walked by the boxes next to the stage, and Roger reached out and asked for one of the beers the person had. Lot's of Fun.
Hope all had as much fun as we did. I had the good fortune to go with 11 of my best friends and family.
Thanks Again Paul, Brian, and Roger!!!
The evening could not have been any better.
After seeing them in England, this was by far the very best show.
Paul Rogers kicked butt. His voice was so on, and he really settled in with his style and took averyone there for a GREAT Ride. Paul took charge and made it special. I loved his walking down the side of the old pool walls, maybe one foot wide, in between all the fans slapping their hands. Very Cool.
Brian played beautifully last night. Maybe the misting rain held in the sound so his guitar sang a bit more, or he is just brilliant, take your pick. The visual of him playing with the glass ball spinning, and the lights shooting thru the mist was truely special, and maybe will never be seen again.
Roger was smooth as silk last night. Great singing, and was having alot of fun. He told the everyone he thought the Hollywood Bowl was a stadium, not a night club. As he said this one of the waiters walked by the boxes next to the stage, and Roger reached out and asked for one of the beers the person had. Lot's of Fun.
Hope all had as much fun as we did. I had the good fortune to go with 11 of my best friends and family.
Thanks Again Paul, Brian, and Roger!!!
wannab
Atomic Dog, I couldn't agree with you more on every description. This band knows how to connect with people and they are truly masters at what they do. For the young people out there, you are lucky to witness the end of an era of tru musicianship and showmanship. I believe Paul's range has gotten broader and more powerful since the European tour. He was BELTING out from high to low's on the lyrics. Brian May - I've been listening to all the early Queen stuff (70's) for 15 years now and so to have finally seen him up there shredding live was the thrill of a lifetime. He one time said in an interview that his goal with audiences is to "Leave 'em bleeding" - WELL DONE,BRIAN!
It may have been my imagination, but when Slash and Brian came out together just WAILING on the guitar, sooo loud but very clear, Paul just started laughing and gave up trying to sing over them for a few stanzas - they all looked like they were having the time of thier lives, as many people have commented.
A query for all of you on the topic of sitting down during a show. I paid almost two weeks salary for my tickets and was lucky enough to have ended up in the first row right at the tip of that catwalk on Brian's side. I believe in my heart that when that kind of magic happens, sitting down is NOT an option. The least I could do was give it up for them for two hours, so I stood up and rocked out for the entire show out of principle. Would any true fan show their respect by sitting down during a two hour show that may n e v e r happen again? I say no, and Brian said "we want you to get up and make noise for us", and Roger Taylor literally walked to the edge of the catwalk, pointed to the two guys next to me sitting down and said "you. up". Well, my husband ended up getting a death threat from a man behind us because he believed I should be sitting down. WRONG - it's a friggin rock concert, not the symphony!
It was the night of my life, one rare opportunity of a lifetime, and being there was a gift I will always cherish. I hope they come back - I will be standing right there at that stage to say to the guys, "America loves you, thanks for coming".
pics on the way that you will not even believe...
It may have been my imagination, but when Slash and Brian came out together just WAILING on the guitar, sooo loud but very clear, Paul just started laughing and gave up trying to sing over them for a few stanzas - they all looked like they were having the time of thier lives, as many people have commented.
A query for all of you on the topic of sitting down during a show. I paid almost two weeks salary for my tickets and was lucky enough to have ended up in the first row right at the tip of that catwalk on Brian's side. I believe in my heart that when that kind of magic happens, sitting down is NOT an option. The least I could do was give it up for them for two hours, so I stood up and rocked out for the entire show out of principle. Would any true fan show their respect by sitting down during a two hour show that may n e v e r happen again? I say no, and Brian said "we want you to get up and make noise for us", and Roger Taylor literally walked to the edge of the catwalk, pointed to the two guys next to me sitting down and said "you. up". Well, my husband ended up getting a death threat from a man behind us because he believed I should be sitting down. WRONG - it's a friggin rock concert, not the symphony!
It was the night of my life, one rare opportunity of a lifetime, and being there was a gift I will always cherish. I hope they come back - I will be standing right there at that stage to say to the guys, "America loves you, thanks for coming".
pics on the way that you will not even believe...
Roachman
That was the greatest concert I have ever been to. My wife was actually jumping out of her seat and screaming uncontrollably.
I am a new Queen fan. Can someone tell me why the fourth member of Queen doesn't tour? Or did I miss something?
I am a new Queen fan. Can someone tell me why the fourth member of Queen doesn't tour? Or did I miss something?
Gunpowder Gelatine
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]wannab wrote: [/QUOTENAME]
A query for all of you on the topic of sitting down during a show. I paid almost two weeks salary for my tickets and was lucky enough to have ended up in the first row right at the tip of that catwalk on Brian's side. I believe in my heart that when that kind of magic happens, sitting down is NOT an option. The least I could do was give it up for them for two hours, so I stood up and rocked out for the entire show out of principle. Would any true fan show their respect by sitting down during a two hour show that may n e v e r happen again? I say no, and Brian said "we want you to get up and make noise for us", and Roger Taylor literally walked to the edge of the catwalk, pointed to the two guys next to me sitting down and said "you. up". Well, my husband ended up getting a death threat from a man behind us because he believed I should be sitting down. WRONG - it's a friggin rock concert, not the symphony!
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Yeah, I agree with this...I was up in one of the Terrace boxes and almost everyone around me was sitting! I was up for the majority of the time, except I felt kind of bad for the guy sitting behind me who probably couldn't see...then again, he looked way too glum to be at a rock concert anyway! I don't get why you're going to pay $350 a seat or something to not even be a part of the concert at all...
But anyway, rants aside, I have to add that I have a totally new appreciation for Brian's guitar solo. For awhile, I skipped over it on live DVDs (I know, I'm a bad Queen fan!) but I don't know if it was just the experience or the cool background, but I was just enraptured! There's absolutely nothing like seeing the guys you've idolized for years magnified on a huge video screen, I guess!
Loved Roger introducing Brian as Spike's boyfriend also. :) And of course, pointing to Brian during These Are The Days Of Our Lives. It's just great seeing that they still love each other after all these years and everything they've been through, really.
A query for all of you on the topic of sitting down during a show. I paid almost two weeks salary for my tickets and was lucky enough to have ended up in the first row right at the tip of that catwalk on Brian's side. I believe in my heart that when that kind of magic happens, sitting down is NOT an option. The least I could do was give it up for them for two hours, so I stood up and rocked out for the entire show out of principle. Would any true fan show their respect by sitting down during a two hour show that may n e v e r happen again? I say no, and Brian said "we want you to get up and make noise for us", and Roger Taylor literally walked to the edge of the catwalk, pointed to the two guys next to me sitting down and said "you. up". Well, my husband ended up getting a death threat from a man behind us because he believed I should be sitting down. WRONG - it's a friggin rock concert, not the symphony!
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Yeah, I agree with this...I was up in one of the Terrace boxes and almost everyone around me was sitting! I was up for the majority of the time, except I felt kind of bad for the guy sitting behind me who probably couldn't see...then again, he looked way too glum to be at a rock concert anyway! I don't get why you're going to pay $350 a seat or something to not even be a part of the concert at all...
But anyway, rants aside, I have to add that I have a totally new appreciation for Brian's guitar solo. For awhile, I skipped over it on live DVDs (I know, I'm a bad Queen fan!) but I don't know if it was just the experience or the cool background, but I was just enraptured! There's absolutely nothing like seeing the guys you've idolized for years magnified on a huge video screen, I guess!
Loved Roger introducing Brian as Spike's boyfriend also. :) And of course, pointing to Brian during These Are The Days Of Our Lives. It's just great seeing that they still love each other after all these years and everything they've been through, really.
Atomic Dog
Wannab! You are right on the money.
People sitting for this show should be escorted out, and the seats given to someone that cares.
We had the same thing with people next to us that thought the symphony was in full swing.
Good for Roger to make a comment to the lumps next to you.
We are soooooooooo lucky to get this chance, for it may never come again. Did you love the misty night creating a special mood. This show is one for the books.
Maybe hear from you all if they come again.
CHEERS
People sitting for this show should be escorted out, and the seats given to someone that cares.
We had the same thing with people next to us that thought the symphony was in full swing.
Good for Roger to make a comment to the lumps next to you.
We are soooooooooo lucky to get this chance, for it may never come again. Did you love the misty night creating a special mood. This show is one for the books.
Maybe hear from you all if they come again.
CHEERS
Kilpat1
I was there front row. I was lucky enough to get Rogers drum stick at the end. Woo hoo some lady offered me $1000 on the spot for it. I said no. Anyone know who this lady may be ???lol