Forgot to mention.
The bars were at $8.90 for Super Dry cups, one bar under the Western Stand ( accessible only from the ground, basically a "pop up bar" in between the change rooms ) had no taps so $10 for a 330ml can of Corona or, all bars were $13.50 for spirit cans.
Talk about gouging.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Booney » Mon Nov 23, 2015 9:55 am
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Magellan » Mon Nov 23, 2015 9:58 am
Booney wrote:Forgot to mention.
The bars were at $8.90 for Super Dry cups, one bar under the Western Stand ( accessible only from the ground, basically a "pop up bar" in between the change rooms ) had no taps so $10 for a 330ml can of Corona or, all bars were $13.50 for spirit cans.
Talk about gouging.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Booney » Mon Nov 23, 2015 11:00 am
AC/DC - Adelaide Oval, Nov 21, 2015
Well, what can be said about AC/DC? In their "genre" (let's just call it "rock" not metal, not anything but rock) you could argue that they are at the pinnacle of their chosen field, or at least, once were.
With 17 studio albums and over 200 millions albums sold world wide since High Voltage hit the shelves in 1975 has this group among the greats.
Now, in 2015 with Angus Young as the only original member on stage they have moved from rock royalty to somewhere on the "other side of the hill".
With Phil Rudd confined to his house in NZ after being charged with "attempting to procure murder" ( a charge later dropped, but he's still awaiting trial on charges of "threatening to kill" ) and long time rhythm guitarist and younger brother of Angus, Malcolm Young sadly no longer capable of touring due to the onset of dementia ( and some respiratory issues ) the band has a distinctly different feel.Malcolm has been replaced by nephew Stevie and Chris Slade returns to the line up after filling in for Rudd during a period in the 1980's when Rudd left the bad for around a decade or so.
So while it's AC/DC they're selling, it's really Angus Young and some riffs and beats played by fill ins hardly anyone would recognize walking down the street. Brian Johnson, lead singer since 1980, still can belt out the trade mark scream but age is clearly taking it's toll and the opportunity to gasp in some big ones between songs leaves little in the way of time for crowd interaction. Apart from one "Adelaide, its been too long!" at the very outset there was little to no crowd interaction from the front man.
I won't go into too much detail regarding the set list, it obviously included some new tracks from "Rock or Bust" ( that, of course, tell everyone they are about to "rock" ) as well as the anthems we all have known from back yard BBQ's through to road trips with mates over the years. Lead man and show stopper Angus Young (now 60) remains one of the premier rock guitarists the world has seen, his energy levels are to envy, his 'lick skills are incredible ( his solo just prior to the encore was amazing ) and he doesn't look to be slowing down any time soon. Bar the receding hair line and weathered face he still could be doing this in another 40 years. Sadly, obviously, he won't.
Which begs the question, is this it for AC/DC? With Malcolm ill and never to return, with Rudd unlikely to get a VISA across half the world and with Angus into his 60's and with Johnson still trying in vein to tear his vocal cords apart (and he must be close) is this the last of AC/DC? I think it might just be.
I've seen them on a few occasions, memories fade from show to show (it might be the beer or the years) and you can't always take yourself back to the last show to compare, and why would you? Like all things Father time takes it's toll and we slow, we soften. AC/DC have been able to avoid this for nearly 5 decades but "Rock or bust" might just be the end of the line for this icon of the rock scene.
Many people will question their creative ability, each album has had a strikingly similar sound but they have their recipe and who could argue it doesn't work? I won't be.
I'm glad I saw them years ago, I'm glad I saw them again on Saturday night, I'm glad they have been a part of my musical journey up until this time in my life and will remain that way, none of us could say we've never been on a "Highway to Hell" or that we've never thought it's "a long way to the top if you want to rock and roll".
AC/DC, I/we, salute you.
Well, what can be said about AC/DC? In their "genre" (let's just call it "rock" not metal, not anything but rock) you could argue that they are at the pinnacle of their chosen field, or at least, once were.
With 17 studio albums and over 200 millions albums sold world wide since High Voltage hit the shelves in 1975 has this group among the greats.
Now, in 2015 with Angus Young as the only original member on stage they have moved from rock royalty to somewhere on the "other side of the hill".
With Phil Rudd confined to his house in NZ after being charged with "attempting to procure murder" ( a charge later dropped, but he's still awaiting trial on charges of "threatening to kill" ) and long time rhythm guitarist and younger brother of Angus, Malcolm Young sadly no longer capable of touring due to the onset of dementia ( and some respiratory issues ) the band has a distinctly different feel.Malcolm has been replaced by nephew Stevie and Chris Slade returns to the line up after filling in for Rudd during a period in the 1980's when Rudd left the bad for around a decade or so.
So while it's AC/DC they're selling, it's really Angus Young and some riffs and beats played by fill ins hardly anyone would recognize walking down the street. Brian Johnson, lead singer since 1980, still can belt out the trade mark scream but age is clearly taking it's toll and the opportunity to gasp in some big ones between songs leaves little in the way of time for crowd interaction. Apart from one "Adelaide, its been too long!" at the very outset there was little to no crowd interaction from the front man.
I won't go into too much detail regarding the set list, it obviously included some new tracks from "Rock or Bust" ( that, of course, tell everyone they are about to "rock" ) as well as the anthems we all have known from back yard BBQ's through to road trips with mates over the years. Lead man and show stopper Angus Young (now 60) remains one of the premier rock guitarists the world has seen, his energy levels are to envy, his 'lick skills are incredible ( his solo just prior to the encore was amazing ) and he doesn't look to be slowing down any time soon. Bar the receding hair line and weathered face he still could be doing this in another 40 years. Sadly, obviously, he won't.
Which begs the question, is this it for AC/DC? With Malcolm ill and never to return, with Rudd unlikely to get a VISA across half the world and with Angus into his 60's and with Johnson still trying in vein to tear his vocal cords apart (and he must be close) is this the last of AC/DC? I think it might just be.
I've seen them on a few occasions, memories fade from show to show (it might be the beer or the years) and you can't always take yourself back to the last show to compare, and why would you? Like all things Father time takes it's toll and we slow, we soften. AC/DC have been able to avoid this for nearly 5 decades but "Rock or bust" might just be the end of the line for this icon of the rock scene.
Many people will question their creative ability, each album has had a strikingly similar sound but they have their recipe and who could argue it doesn't work? I won't be.
I'm glad I saw them years ago, I'm glad I saw them again on Saturday night, I'm glad they have been a part of my musical journey up until this time in my life and will remain that way, none of us could say we've never been on a "Highway to Hell" or that we've never thought it's "a long way to the top if you want to rock and roll".
AC/DC, I/we, salute you.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Dogwatcher » Mon Nov 23, 2015 11:05 am
Great review, mate.
You're in the wrong field.
However, you forgot an obvious pun in your thoughts on the end being nigh...
As for their career, it may be bust.
You're in the wrong field.
However, you forgot an obvious pun in your thoughts on the end being nigh...
As for their career, it may be bust.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Gozu » Fri Nov 27, 2015 6:11 pm
Truckfighters @ Enigma Bar Sun 10th Jan
Confession @ Enigma Bar Sat 23rd Jan
Spiderbait/Tired Lion @ The Gov Sat 13th Feb
High On Fire @ Fowler's Live Thurs 18th Feb
Asking Alexandria/Blessthefall/Buried In Verona @ HQ Sun 10th April
Confession @ Enigma Bar Sat 23rd Jan
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Wedgie » Tue Dec 01, 2015 11:05 am
Dead City Ruins at the Cranker 19/12
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Booney » Tue Dec 08, 2015 8:24 am
https://www.adelaidefringe.com.au/fring ... 45553d257d
Pearl Jam was one of the hottest new bands to emerge out of music hot bed Seattle at the time of this taping, Pearl Jam was currently riding high on the success of their debut album Ten, which spawned the smash hit single "Alive." Taped at midnight at the Kaufman Astoria Studios in March of 1992, Pearl Jam band members Mike McCready (guitar), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), Eddie Vedder (vocals) and Dave Abbruzzese (drums) perform "Alive," "State Of Love And Trust," "Black," "Jeremy," "Even Flow" and "Porch."
Take a trip back in time and relive this magic concert with White Collar Heroes at the Adelaide Fringe 2016.
Presented by:
WHITE COLLAR HEROES and Special Guests
Artist / Company:
WCH with Special Guests
South Australian guitar rock cover band, White Collar Heroes, shred the anthems of the finest 90s rock bands live and loud, taking you down a nostalgic path to the era where rock music truly rocked. The band showcases the likes of Foo Fighters, Stone Temple Pilots, The Offspring, Nirvana, Silverchair, Green Day, Pearl Jam, Bush, plus many more epic defining artists that probably lived in your mix tape reels during the 90s. Join us for sensational performances and let go, as you loosen that tie, forget the office blues, sing your lungs out, let your hair down, and enjoy the era that was the 90s! Long live rock music.
Pearl Jam was one of the hottest new bands to emerge out of music hot bed Seattle at the time of this taping, Pearl Jam was currently riding high on the success of their debut album Ten, which spawned the smash hit single "Alive." Taped at midnight at the Kaufman Astoria Studios in March of 1992, Pearl Jam band members Mike McCready (guitar), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), Eddie Vedder (vocals) and Dave Abbruzzese (drums) perform "Alive," "State Of Love And Trust," "Black," "Jeremy," "Even Flow" and "Porch."
Take a trip back in time and relive this magic concert with White Collar Heroes at the Adelaide Fringe 2016.
Presented by:
WHITE COLLAR HEROES and Special Guests
Artist / Company:
WCH with Special Guests
South Australian guitar rock cover band, White Collar Heroes, shred the anthems of the finest 90s rock bands live and loud, taking you down a nostalgic path to the era where rock music truly rocked. The band showcases the likes of Foo Fighters, Stone Temple Pilots, The Offspring, Nirvana, Silverchair, Green Day, Pearl Jam, Bush, plus many more epic defining artists that probably lived in your mix tape reels during the 90s. Join us for sensational performances and let go, as you loosen that tie, forget the office blues, sing your lungs out, let your hair down, and enjoy the era that was the 90s! Long live rock music.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Hefty » Tue Dec 08, 2015 2:35 pm
Chris Cornell @ Festival Theatre last night - seriously good. Played close to 30 songs and was on for circa 2.5 hours. His voice is ******* amazing.
Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by carey » Sun Dec 13, 2015 5:03 pm
Awesome news that Pearl Jam are coming.
Seen Screaming Jets at the gov last night. Seen them over 25 times wasn't overly impressed with the sound last night but Glesson knows how to put on a show that's for sure.
Seen Screaming Jets at the gov last night. Seen them over 25 times wasn't overly impressed with the sound last night but Glesson knows how to put on a show that's for sure.
you've gota keep on keep'n on .........
Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by carey » Sun Dec 13, 2015 5:16 pm
carey wrote:Awesome news that Pearl Jam are coming.
Seen Screaming Jets at the gov last night. Seen them over 25 times wasn't overly impressed with the sound last night but Glesson knows how to put on a show that's for sure.
Just read the link. It's a cover band
Still going to go.
you've gota keep on keep'n on .........
Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Magellan » Sun Dec 13, 2015 5:37 pm
Hefty wrote:Chris Cornell @ Festival Theatre last night - seriously good. Played close to 30 songs and was on for circa 2.5 hours. His voice is ******* amazing.
He's got an amazing set of pipes. Did he play much Soundgarden material?
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Booney » Mon Dec 14, 2015 9:14 am
carey wrote:carey wrote:Awesome news that Pearl Jam are coming.
Seen Screaming Jets at the gov last night. Seen them over 25 times wasn't overly impressed with the sound last night but Glesson knows how to put on a show that's for sure.
Just read the link. It's a cover band
Still going to go.
While it is a cover band the MTV unplugged set they played was brilliant and if these guys even get close to emulating the set it will be worth seeing.
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If you want to go far, go together.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Gozu » Sun Dec 20, 2015 11:53 pm
Bob Log III @ Jive Fri 29th Jan
Lou Barlow @ Crown & Anchor Hotel Fri 29th Jan
Dallas Crane @ Jive Sat 6th Feb
Albert Hammond Jr @ The Gov Tues 16th Feb
The Sword/Clowns/American Sharks @ Fowler's Live Sat 20th Feb
Spiderbait/Tired Lion @ The Gov Thurs 3rd March (2nd show)
Ash @ The Gov Fri 18th March
Cold War Kids @ HQ Tues 22nd March
Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds @ AEC Theatre Wed 30th March
Nasty/Staunch @ Crown & Anchor Hotel Fri 8th April
Eluveitie @ The Gov Sun 22nd May
Cherrie Curry @ The Gov Tues 31st May
Lou Barlow @ Crown & Anchor Hotel Fri 29th Jan
Dallas Crane @ Jive Sat 6th Feb
Albert Hammond Jr @ The Gov Tues 16th Feb
The Sword/Clowns/American Sharks @ Fowler's Live Sat 20th Feb
Spiderbait/Tired Lion @ The Gov Thurs 3rd March (2nd show)
Ash @ The Gov Fri 18th March
Cold War Kids @ HQ Tues 22nd March
Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds @ AEC Theatre Wed 30th March
Nasty/Staunch @ Crown & Anchor Hotel Fri 8th April
Eluveitie @ The Gov Sun 22nd May
Cherrie Curry @ The Gov Tues 31st May
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by MatteeG » Mon Dec 21, 2015 9:44 am
Gozu wrote:Ash @ The Gov Fri 18th March
There's a blast from the past!
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Dogwatcher » Mon Dec 21, 2015 10:04 am
Hefty wrote:Chris Cornell @ Festival Theatre last night - seriously good. Played close to 30 songs and was on for circa 2.5 hours. His voice is ******* amazing.
I got a totally opposite review to this show.
My mate said it was awful. I'll have to ask him why.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Spargo » Mon Dec 21, 2015 10:05 am
Dogwatcher wrote:Hefty wrote:Chris Cornell @ Festival Theatre last night - seriously good. Played close to 30 songs and was on for circa 2.5 hours. His voice is ******* amazing.
I got a totally opposite review to this show.
My mate said it was awful. I'll have to ask him why.
A good journo would've asked originally......
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Dogwatcher » Mon Dec 21, 2015 1:37 pm
Yeah, the convo wasn't that long.
You know what blokes are like on the phone with their mates.
Anyway, I never said I was a good journo.
You know what blokes are like on the phone with their mates.
Anyway, I never said I was a good journo.
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by The Dark Knight » Tue Jan 19, 2016 8:07 pm
Millencolin, 28th of April. They're coming back! That's made my day. 
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Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by Animus » Mon Jan 25, 2016 3:10 pm
Soilwork @ The Gov on Feb 12th
With Aversions Crown & SE BON KI RA ;-)
I believe there are still some tickets available...
With Aversions Crown & SE BON KI RA ;-)
I believe there are still some tickets available...
Re: Bands coming to Adelaide
by RustyCage » Mon Jan 25, 2016 8:25 pm
The Dark Knight wrote:Millencolin, 28th of April. They're coming back! That's made my day.
Awesome live, can't wait
I'm gonna break my rusty cage and run
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