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Post by jugheadrocks on Feb 15, 2009 20:39:36 GMT -8
offyerhead is right... I'm guilty of getting caught up in the "disappointment" of the alleged headliners, but the real fun last year was FotC, the Hives, Rogue Wave, the Kooks, and tons of others. The only headliner that was truly stellar was FLips...
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Post by quartermass on Feb 15, 2009 22:28:03 GMT -8
Yeah, REM and The Cure were both snores (and I went there stoked on both).
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Post by quartermass on Feb 15, 2009 22:28:13 GMT -8
Yeah, REM and The Cure were both snores (and I went there stoked on both).
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Post by Tom on Feb 15, 2009 23:00:02 GMT -8
I was very into REM, great great show during and after the rain. Very fun. The cure on the otherhand.... Not all that great. The highlight of the Cure set was Brian Posehn sitting in front of me smoking tons of weed
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Post by know ID yuh on Feb 15, 2009 23:40:07 GMT -8
100% disagree, but that's fine, to each their own.
I didn't know much about REM or the Cure outside of their mainstream radio songs, so they were about equal in my mind heading into the fest. I wouldn't pay to see either, but I get to see them at a festival I am already going to, so why not? REM didn't put me to sleep, but I do not recall a single memorable moment, outside of when it started to rain, which was welcome at the time. I was very impressed with the Cure though, and now listen to them frequently because of this. My Cure experience might have been a bit whiskey induced though.
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Post by Cbats on Feb 16, 2009 10:05:17 GMT -8
As someone who's gone 4 years in a row I'm going to be very very disappointed if this is the real lineup. I'll still probably go but those headliners are just pathetic. Nine inch Nails will be great but I've already seen them and don't really need to see them again. This dance tent better be really fun...
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Post by loyalfromlondon on Feb 16, 2009 10:21:16 GMT -8
The only highlight from REM's set was Stipe taking off his sock, smelling it, and tossing it into the crowd. The Cure were a complete zzzzzzzz. Only the Flips achieved true headliner status last year. Same goes for Bjork and The Beastie Boys in '07. They had incredible sets.
Yeah, Jane's Addiction and NIN aren't the best headliners (if that list is true) but there's more to Sasquatch than great headliners.
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Post by Gruncle Stan on Feb 16, 2009 10:38:21 GMT -8
NIN is an amazing live band, the Lights in the Sky show is one of the most inventive things I've ever seen or worked.
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Post by loyalfromlondon on Feb 16, 2009 10:46:31 GMT -8
NIN is an amazing live band, the Lights in the Sky show is one of the most inventive things I've ever seen or worked. I guess there should be a distinction between a band that has great music and a band that is great live. I don't think the two are always connected. There are a handful of NIN songs that are really popular, so if they're amazing live, that might be enough to win over nonfans.
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Post by darkstarcrashes on Feb 16, 2009 16:21:40 GMT -8
wow, i just listened to the NIN for the first time since 1998, any yep, they still suck.
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Post by The Andy Duke on Feb 16, 2009 16:40:17 GMT -8
Basically, if Trent and Co. play pre-With Teeth stuff, it could be awsome. Hell, I could stand a lot of With Teeth stuff,too.
If its all post-With Teeth, then I will not be too hyped up. I thought Year Zero was a terrible album, and I have yet to listen to his other stuff really(Ghosts I-IV and The Slip), but if its anything like YZ, then I'll take a big helping of PASS. When I listen to new NIN, its like I'm listening to a band that was inspired heavily by the 90's NIN, but isn't nearly as good. I know this'll probably sound a little morbid, and some will probably give me crap for it, but Trent Reznor was way better at what he does when he was completely drugged out of his mind. Sober and Driven Trent is...well...pretty boring.
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Post by snorkel on Feb 16, 2009 18:21:42 GMT -8
wow, i just listened to the NIN for the first time since 1998, any yep, they still suck. Hahaha!
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Post by seattleman123 on Feb 16, 2009 18:26:43 GMT -8
well at least they put on a fun show even if you dont like the music you will still have a great time!
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Post by know ID yuh on Feb 16, 2009 18:54:44 GMT -8
I've read several comments about the possible headliners in other threads, so I figured on would chime in with my opinions.
Jane's Addiction played a couple reunion shows in L.A last year, the first with the original lineup in 17 years. Perry Ferrel plays a significant part in putting together the Lollapalooza lineup, so for them to get back together and play Sasquatch as their initial reunion festival is a pretty big deal. I know there will be several in Chicago scratching their heads over that one. Plus you dance kids might get a DJ set out of Perry as well.
NIN is a legitimate headliner. I have not listened to any of their new music, but they/he have an extensive cataloge that included more than enough recognizable songs. I saw the Lights in the Sky tour twice, and it was truly spectacular. Only about 20% of the songs were foreign to me as well. The full Lights in the Sky set up ended in December, so who knows what type of show they are putting on this year. You can probably get some youtube clips or reviews from their Australian tour happening this month.
Ben Harper is definitely not a favorite of mine, but I will admit, I was really digging the first 45 minutes of the 2006 set, it was total funk, nothing I expected. The rest mostly pained me, but I would be willing to check him out again (although I might leave early).
If you have a specific type of music that appeals to you or a specific handful of bands you would call your favorites, you are most likely going to be disappointed with the headliners most years. One of the cool things about some of these headliners is that it might be a band you don't really like, and wouldn't pay money to see, but have the option to see since you are there anyway. If you don't live in the NW, and the rumored headliners are a dealbreaker for you, that's too bad. If you live in the NW, and the rumored headliners are dealbreakers for you, go away, we won't miss you. We will all be having a blast without you (especially during Monotonix).
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Post by funnygrrl on Feb 16, 2009 20:40:32 GMT -8
I get what you are saying, but when You are taking a road trip from Calgary for 10 hours each way, you kind of need a Draw to get you there. In 2006, it was easy. The only headliner we really liked was Beck , but the rest of the lineup was so stellar so we went and it was awesome, Didn't enjoy NIN ( not a fan) and Ben Harper (Hyperthermia was setting in). But the rest of lineup was one of the best of any festivals, that year, In 2007 even though, the mid level bands were pretty weak but the headliners were really good( counting Arcade Fire and Interpol.), so It was easy to go. Last year after hearing the Cure would be there and REM, MM, and the National were rumoured our decision was easy. But This year hearing it might be the same headliners as 2006, and with what appears to be weaker under card, I can understand the disappointment. So I am hoping the announcement will be better than every one expected. With what I see right now, I am not sure if it's worth the 20 hour drive in five days, which is a same, because I was hyped to be there again at sasquatch this year.
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Post by know ID yuh on Feb 16, 2009 20:49:53 GMT -8
Other than the venue and the party, I think the under card will be the strength this year. There are already several great bands who would not reach sub-headliner status who are rumored.
Based on quotes from Trent on his website, people are now talking about this being the curtain call. "The Final Tour" is always a popular draw, and it means you will only get 12 more chances to see NIN live before you die.
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Post by crowbiwan on Feb 16, 2009 22:04:18 GMT -8
From nin.com
Raw, spontaneous, unscripted shows sounds like a good time to me.
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Post by xeight on Feb 17, 2009 9:19:56 GMT -8
So on the line-up ive seen, janes addiction is placed over nine inch nails. Think this is the order they'll play?
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Post by know ID yuh on Feb 17, 2009 20:19:48 GMT -8
Unfortunately, that is what will happen. Perry Ferrel always gets his way. Should be some black leather and heavy eye liner at that show.
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Post by puffinsalad on Feb 17, 2009 21:19:59 GMT -8
i wonder is their anyone who like all of the headliners? Kings Of Leon for me but er not too keen on Janes Addiction but optimism for NIN who knows it could be good and less meh
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