Lord Duckhunter Posted 2 July, 2011 Posted 2 July, 2011 Last week my mate dragged me along to see the legend that is Ringo Starr. Although a big Beatles fan, I was slightly apprehensive about what sort of show it would be. After all he never had the best voice, was now 72, and hadn't had a hit for 40 years. Having seen Paul McCartney before I just went along basically because of who he was, and to share a few drinks with an old mate. However, he gave a fantastic show. He had a great band with him, including Edgar Winter & Rick Derringer and some guy from Mr Mister. After a few jars we were up singing along to "songs from that other group I was in", as well as his early solo stuff. He must be the only bloke alive who can get away with a Yellow Submarine sing song at a rock and roll concert. I came away not only having seen a living legend, but having seen a bloody good show (which at £60 was hardly a cheap night out) Has anyone else been to see a "name" and been surprised how good they were,or even someone you've been looking forward to seeing, but ended up dissapointed. In these days of tribute bands, is it better to see the real thing, or not bother and leave them in your memory bank.
the stain Posted 2 July, 2011 Posted 2 July, 2011 I saw Boyzone at Power in the Park. I wasn't expecting much but they were excellent. Real pop legends who really got the crowd going.
Thedelldays Posted 2 July, 2011 Posted 2 July, 2011 I saw Boyzone at Power in the Park. I wasn't expecting much but they were excellent. Real pop legends who really got the crowd going. i saw that too...the record they were miming too started to jump...
Lord Duckhunter Posted 2 July, 2011 Author Posted 2 July, 2011 The only decent boy band was The Monkees.
Dimond Geezer Posted 3 July, 2011 Posted 3 July, 2011 Who? Roger Daltrey at Broadlands, July 16th (I think).
rpb Posted 3 July, 2011 Posted 3 July, 2011 Roy Orbison, Chuck Berry and Little Richard were all amazing! Freddy and the Dreamers were not...
Liquidshokk Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 Saw foo fighters at MK bowl today and don't think I will ever see a better performance. Dave Grohl is a genius and legend rolled into one.
AussieDog Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 Saw Meatloaf at Romsey a couple of years ago.....truly aweful Have seen a few over here.. Blondie - once her voice had warmed up it was pretty good. Clapton - amazing Tom Jones - far better than I thought he would be Neil Diamond - another one far better than I thought he would be Stevie Nicks - maybe we just had bad seats but it's still the only concert I have ever walked out of Elton John - seen a few times but last couple were disapointing Rod Stewart - sounded Ok, but kept looking at his watch as if it was past his bedtime! Billy Joel - excellent and also a very funny guy Cher - still not sure whether she mimed or not - the sound was just too perfect so I have my suspicions, but she also spend more time changing costumes than she did actually singing. The trouble over here is the tickets are so expensive. Going to see Roger Waters next year - bought cheapest tickets which were well over a hundred quid each!
Lord Duckhunter Posted 4 July, 2011 Author Posted 4 July, 2011 Saw Meatloaf at Romsey a couple of years ago.....truly aweful Have seen a few over here.. Blondie - once her voice had warmed up it was pretty good. Clapton - amazing Tom Jones - far better than I thought he would be Neil Diamond - another one far better than I thought he would be Stevie Nicks - maybe we just had bad seats but it's still the only concert I have ever walked out of Elton John - seen a few times but last couple were disapointing Rod Stewart - sounded Ok, but kept looking at his watch as if it was past his bedtime! Billy Joel - excellent and also a very funny guy Cher - still not sure whether she mimed or not - the sound was just too perfect so I have my suspicions, but she also spend more time changing costumes than she did actually singing. The trouble over here is the tickets are so expensive. Going to see Roger Waters next year - bought cheapest tickets which were well over a hundred quid each! I saw Neil Diamond on a BBC 4 prgramme and was surprised how humble a bloke he appeared to be . I had heard that Billy Joel gave a good show. The best I've seen were Paul Simon, Paul McCartney and Johnny Cash, but Ringo was up there in terms of having a good night out. The worst was chuck Berry, did half an hour then ****ed off with no encore.
THINWHITEDUKE Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 Saw foo fighters at MK bowl today and don't think I will ever see a better performance. Dave Grohl is a genius and legend rolled into one. +1 saw saturday's performance the best I've ever been to!!!
CB Saint Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 Best two concert for atmosphere were rage against the machine at download last year and cypress hill many moons ago at reading Didn't expect much from either but they were both awesome
View From The Top Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 Roger Daltrey at Broadlands, July 16th (I think). Two of my oppos saw him last night and both said he was top notch.
The Majestic Channon Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 David Bowie's supposedly last ever live performance at milton keynes bowl 90, wasn't really a fan but went along anyway, was an amazing show which is more than can be said for the men they couldn't hang, two way street and jean loves jezebel who were the support.
bug187 Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 Libertines at the Joiners.. Marilyn Manson at Reading fest...though maybe thats because I was high as a kite...
benjii Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 Libertines at the Joiners.. Marilyn Manson at Reading fest...though maybe thats because I was high as a kite... Did you read the OP? Legends?!
benjii Posted 4 July, 2011 Posted 4 July, 2011 I saw Black Sabbath in 2001. Ozzy, as expected, bumbled around like a slightly confused but energetic old man and couldn't sing for **** (but then he never could). The band were great though.
Lord Duckhunter Posted 5 July, 2011 Author Posted 5 July, 2011 I think Ringo would go down well at Festivals. A little help from my friends, indeed.In 10 versions of his all star band, he's has some seriously great musicans. His first band was Joe Walsh Nils Lofgren Dr. John Billy Preston Rick Danko Levon Helm Jim Keltner Clarence Clemons Would have given my right arm to see that line up.
keithd Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 The Who at Rose Bowl a few years back were OK, wasnt blown away like i hoped i might All I hear about and read about from friends and on other forums (this included, as above) is how amazing Mr Grohl and his band are. My mission is to see them ASAP, hopefully next year or whenever they do a big tour again - not keen on festivals but if its whats gotta be done then sobeit
Dimond Geezer Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 Saw Meatloaf at Romsey a couple of years ago.....truly aweful I was at that gig, and I think it depends on where you were stood as to how well received it was, I was central to the stage, about 10 yards back & thought it was ok (not great, but ok). Friends of ours were about 2/3rd of the way back & share your view.
Dimond Geezer Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 I saw Queen & Paul Rodgers in 2008 & they were awesome.
Jonnyboy Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 I saw Black Sabbath in 2001. Ozzy, as expected, bumbled around like a slightly confused but energetic old man and couldn't sing for **** (but then he never could). The band were great though. I saw the reunion gig in 97 (?) at the NEC, twas awesome!
saint_bert Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 Saw DOWN the other week. The 20-25 seconds they played of Panteras "walk" was arguably the loudest and most well received thing of the whole Download weekend. Honourable mentions to Alice Cooper, Twisted Sister and Rob Zombie too. Big 4 on Friday, so I hope they live up to the legendary hype
timebomb Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 Saw Sabbath loads of times in the 70's and wouldn't want to spoil those memories by seeing them now. Hawkwind were great, saw them at the Gaumont (Mayflower) and the old Top Rank. One of the best artists I saw was a guy called Kevin Coyne, true genius.
View From The Top Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 Saw Lou Reed the other week. Now that was gash. Not one of his classics.
The Cat Posted 5 July, 2011 Posted 5 July, 2011 Saw Brian Wilson twice at Royal Festival Hall. First time doing Pet Sounds, second time Smile. Both gigs had mind blowing moments, the Pet Sounds one was particularly incredible. Also saw the Funk Brothers (the original Mowtown session musicians) at the same venue whiich was probably the most fun concert I have been to. Sadly I missed the Sex Pistols play at the Phoenix Festival because, well because I was too hammered somewhere else to bother going. Same with Radiohead in what was apparently one of their best ever gigs at Glastonbury in 97, but that was more due to the mud. Seen a few other Legends at festivals. Jimmy Cliff, Lee Scratch Perry, George Clinton & Parliament/Funkadelic and Chuck Berry (I did quite enjoy singing "Pompey Fan On A String" under my breath to "My Ding A Ling"). Oh and Chas & Dave, and John Peel djing.
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