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Post by pepperwater on Jan 20, 2011 20:20:52 GMT -8
For the love of Chester, in that 18 wheeler in the sky from last year, do not waste that much money for Kanye.
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Post by Drew on Jan 26, 2011 21:33:02 GMT -8
Okay, let's be honest. This shit was pretty sweet:
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 30, 2011 16:43:00 GMT -8
I don't understand how this d-bag is allowed to appear at another fest after the diva stunt he pulled at Bonnaroo. Forgive me if that has already been stated. I just felt like it should be reiterated.
Although, Drew--that video is pretty sweet. I hate to love/love to hate Kanye.
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Post by Friendly Destroyer on Jan 31, 2011 7:12:20 GMT -8
Kanye was sweet at Bonnaroo!!! People who skipped Sigur Ros for early spots are just stupid. You CAN have it all people.
Kanye ICED HIS KNEES EVERYNIGHT FOR THAT SHIT!
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 31, 2011 7:15:45 GMT -8
Friendly--I heard from other 'Roos that he didn't show up on stage until close to 3 or 4 when his original set was at like, 10 along with Jack Johnson or something.
Didn't that bother you that he took his pretty time, or did you see him elsewhere?
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Post by Friendly Destroyer on Jan 31, 2011 7:26:44 GMT -8
His set got moved back to 3am, this info was posted on the website two days before Bonnaroo. He was an hour late to get on, but Pearl Jam also played an hour later so if you were expecting things to run on time, your fault. Also the main satge has a 90 000 capacity, go see some Sigur Ros, some Lupe, some Chromeo, or some mother fuckin' Phil Lesh then check in with Kanye, at 3:30am you will be really close!
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Post by Friendly Destroyer on Jan 31, 2011 7:32:14 GMT -8
The loudest voices are coming from those that started waiting at 2am and had to miss all the other bands. Apparently they could not figure out that after a whole day of music and a 3+ hours Pearl Jam set, not every single person at Bonnaroo was gonna be there! You were pretty much able to waltz to the front at your leisure by the time Kanye took the stage.
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 31, 2011 7:37:40 GMT -8
Fair 'nuff
I can't speak for much since I wasn't there, but buddies of mine weren't too happy. I had other friends who just gave up and walked back to the campsite while some waited around. I agree with you though, that there was probably plenty of time to see other acts.
When I was at Lolla last year, it was impossible to see a full set of anybody's because of overlapping performances and Bonnaroo doesn't see too many conflicts since the shows go much later into the night, so I wouldn't have had a problem catching a few minutes of Sigur Ros or someone else before messing with Kanye.
I still think he banks off of his royal doucheness, though.
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Post by Cbats on Jan 31, 2011 7:44:53 GMT -8
I love how much hate Kanye gets from one fucking show. Friendly already explained what happened (pearl Jam went an hour longer than expected and Kanye needed time to get his show set up). Was it a diva move? probably, but I saw that tour and it was awesome so I understand why he wanted everything set up right. If he's headlining none of this matters because he'll be able to set up his show well beforehand and will be ready to go
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 31, 2011 8:11:57 GMT -8
I love how much hate Kanye gets from one fucking show. Friendly already explained what happened (pearl Jam went an hour longer than expected and Kanye needed time to get his show set up). Was it a diva move? probably, but I saw that tour and it was awesome so I understand why he wanted everything set up right. If he's headlining none of this matters because he'll be able to set up his show well beforehand and will be ready to go batson, its not just one show that he's getting hate from. Everyone knows he acts like a diva much like Lady GaGa acts bat shit crazy for attention. Its the performer's schtick to gather a following. It isn't because of his interrupting Taylor Swift or because he majorly postponed a show that makes him a diva or a douche. That's just his celebrity identity. I will never dispute that he is a bad performer. I've seen performances online that are pretty awesome, so I can imagine he's even more incredible to see live. As I've mentioned, I hate to love/love to hate him because he is a truly talented artist. I just don't care much for his exaggerated attitude.
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Post by Cbats on Jan 31, 2011 8:55:04 GMT -8
batson, its not just one show that he's getting hate from. it sounds a lot like you're saying he shouldn't be there because of 1 performance: I don't understand how this d-bag is allowed to appear at another fest after the diva stunt he pulled at Bonnaroo. Forgive me if that has already been stated. I just felt like it should be reiterated.
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 31, 2011 9:01:52 GMT -8
And I think I've justified in other posts that isn't the case. My explanations are fair.
I am a tentative fan of his, but if I were responsible for arranging the line-up at a music festival, I'd be wary about booking him. That's all I was and am saying.
If here's there, I'll see him. I won't cry if he isn't booked. I was merely trying to say he isn't completely the most trust-worthy act out there.
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Post by Cbats on Jan 31, 2011 9:10:23 GMT -8
That's fine, I'm just sick of this absurdly overblown rhetoric criticizing Kayne. Obviously it's the natural reaction to the overblown rhetoric he uses himself but its still annoying. Yes he's a diva but his music is amazing and his performances are crazy (bonnaroo excepted). It's disappointing to see so many people dismiss his music solely because of his personal eccentricities.
regardless, I'd rather have a controversial headliner than ben harper
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Post by Friendly Destroyer on Jan 31, 2011 9:15:39 GMT -8
Trust Worthy.
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 31, 2011 9:29:57 GMT -8
That's fine, I'm just sick of this absurdly overblown rhetoric criticizing Kayne. Obviously it's the natural reaction to the overblown rhetoric he uses himself but its still annoying. Yes he's a diva but his music is amazing and his performances are crazy (bonnaroo excepted). It's disappointing to see so many people dismiss his music solely because of his personal eccentricities. regardless, I'd rather have a controversial headliner than ben harper I agree with you completely. He certainly would be an interesting act to see, but sometimes I don't have the patience for his diva act. I don't think I am the only person who thinks this. and yes, I'd rather get pumped to him than get heavy eyed with Harper.
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Post by Friendly Destroyer on Jan 31, 2011 9:34:39 GMT -8
Diva Act.
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Post by Cbats on Jan 31, 2011 9:35:37 GMT -8
I guess all I'm trying to say is that as far as I know bonnaroo is the only time his diva act affected his performance and I've seen him 3 times without any serious issues. His public persona and his performance persona don't seem to clash. Worst case scenario you get a five minute rant about some shit
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Post by stamper on Jan 31, 2011 9:52:02 GMT -8
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Post by Drew on Jan 31, 2011 16:14:46 GMT -8
He was a late add at Coachella 2006 when I went, and his equipment didn't make it so it was just him and his DJ, and it was still a fucking blast. He cares about his performance a lot, because he's an insecure fuck who wants everyone to like him, and Bonnaroo was an anomaly, imo.
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Post by know ID yuh on Jan 31, 2011 16:23:29 GMT -8
I was having a similar conversation with a friend last weekend about Kanye. This friend started going off about how much Kanye sucks because he is an asshole, etc. I said, "I don't hang out with Kanye, I'm guessing you don't hang out with him either, so why does it matter if he is an asshole?"
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