*** EV Tour Manchester Fanviews Here 7/28/12 ***

[leekstokie]

It was an amazing gig. I didn't manage to get tickets in the original sale so had to pay £300 for a pair off ebay but it was so worth it.

The crowd was electric, Elderly woman, Porch, Arc and Hard Sun were favourites but Lukin stole the show for me such a great song.

Now trying to get tickets for the two london gigs

[Claireack]

Was amazed how good our seats were, row G which was the 5th row back.

Just an amazing show, loved it all! Didn't bother with the merchandise stall - too much of a nightmare and never have the spare cash. We got in in time to see Glen Hansard which I'm so pleased about - not really familiar with him, but as someone who hasn't really listened to him before - he did an amazing set under difficult circumstances. He did say early on that he was only doing five songs, I'm sure he dedicated them all to, was it 'Laura', the girl who went and sat on the stage. Closing the bar would have been a good idea, and yes, the chatting was as annoying as hell - but as I said before he did an amazing job!

I was quite surprised that during the break there was an usherette selling ice cream. It was such a novelty I went and bought two (one for me and one for hubby). We weren't drinking but a shandy and an ice cream were quite a treat.

When Eddie came on I was beside myself. The set was fantastic! Highlights for me ..... difficult to say, loved it all. I liked that Eddie had little chats and said about told little tales. He didn't seem to say much to the crowd at Manchester 1 (which was the only PJ show we saw) so it was lovely to hear him talk. The thing with Ogden (soory if that's spelt wrong) was so nice, I was really pleased for him. The shouting from the audience was a little annoying, but he's a seasoned performer so I'm sure it's no big deal for him. What did annoy me was the two lads that were behind me who kept chatting through the whole thing, one of them even shouting into their phone 'can you hear it' repeatedly. I kept giving them hard stares, but it made no difference. mind you I got told off too, I do like to have a seat at a show, but I also like to stand up and have a jiggle. I got up during one song, then again during another and I got a tap on the back the second time I did it. Apologies to the man behind me.

When Arc finished (which was wonderful), hubby was convinced the show was finished so insisted we rushed outside to see Eddie leave, so off we trundled. Only to reach the stage door, which was thankfully open to hear RITFW. There were about 6 or 7 people there and it was quite fun chatting. Two blokes there hadn't been to the show, they couldn't get tickets, they'd been to see Morrisey, but thought they'd pop to the O2 on their way home to see if they could see Ed. Anyhoo as soon has the show had finished Eddie flew out the door and into the waiting car. He looked hot and bothered and mildy surprised there was anyone there. I suddenly felt a bit silly and thought this probably isn't appropriate behaviour for a 45 year old. Still it was nice chatting and even the security guys were in good humour.

Was disappointed we didn't make it to the pre-party (which may have been a good thing considering how pissed I got at the last one) but overall the night was a resounding success! Saw too fantastic musicians play, met briefly with other people we'd met before which was great.

[Kathi]

maybe it's worse with the contrast from very respectful and attentive dutch fans, but the crowd noise was really annoying. everyone was yapping on and on during glen's set, it's fine if you're finding your way in but do it quietly and respect him and the people who came to see him play. the yelling while eddie played was also quite unnerving, especially finishing his stories for him and that constant song requesting...maybe that's why he seemed last chatty than at amsterdam. also, if you need to move out every 3 songs to get drinks, a pub might be a more appropriate outlet for you than a (supposedly) quiet, intimate show.

enough with the negativity now. the set was great, and the crowd was quite energetic. by now I know the moment to leave my seat, so I could get up to the front again for the final songs glad I could take my friend to see this with me, and that we got to see sometimes played.

[the_last_exit]

What a special night!!! The whole set was great, but Sleepless Nights - I've never witnessed anything as powerful at ANY gig I've ever been to - just a ukulele & two voices, no mics/PA! Total silence where I was, I'm getting emotional now just writing/thinking about it!!

As for Glen, I was looking forward to see him, and he didn't disappoint. All the negativity is a culmination of many factors -
- The doors opened at 7, he went on at 7:30 - we joined the queue outside at 7:05, and didn't get to our seats until 7:20 - that's before drinks/merch!!
- The bar is in the auditorium
- His mates were probably the loudest!!
- He was the SUPPORT act, doubt many people payed £50 to see just him
- The bar & merch stand were so packed that there was no room to just hang outside the auditorium

Anyway, feel priveleged to have witnessed an Ed solo show - hope I get to see another!!

[simonorton]

I saw one guy in the front row directly in front of Glen do this - very uncool.

Then tell them to be quiet ! By saying nothing we're as good as endorsing behaviour we don't like because we're not objecting to it. As long as no one objects, people will carry on behaving as they are because no-one has taught them that what they're doing isn't cool.

Don't suffer in silence - tell them, ask them, to STFU.

[Fifi_Ireland]

I have to agree I think there were some total assholes in the audience last night! There were definitely people talking during Glen that I'm pretty sure he could have pointed out as they were so close to him. There were also assholes sitting near us that decided to talk during quieter Eddie songs! Unreal!

That said it was without a doubt one of the best gigs I have ever been to and I've been to a lot

I cant believe I got to roar along to Elderly Woman......I just loved it!
In terms of the merch stand - It was dangerous, theres no two ways about it, it was a total crush, I have been having heart problems recently and at one stage I actually thought I might pass out or have a heart attack - no joke, but at that stage there was no turning back, I had to go with the crowd. I was a bit wrecked for the first 20 mins of Eddie after it til my heart calmed down I thought it was weird as crushing is such a no go at Pearl Jam gigs and Eddie is so against it! It was totally rediculous. for starters there was another stand upstairs selling stuff but no one was announcing this, it didnt have the full range but I'm pretty sure people were also queuing for the stuff they were selling.

Anyway, we all survived, it was best gig EVER, and I also got a t-shirt and some stuff for other ten members that needed it in the US so overall happy days

[Fifi_Ireland]

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[Johnny Aggro]

It is a shame but as a support act you're gonna have bad gigs like that where people don't care. Anyone remember Paddy Casey from Dublin 2006? Could have been a lot worse Glen

Oh god yeah. To be fair it was one of the worst chosen opening acts ever!


I am surrpised Glen didnt convince Ed to do a Dublin show.

[texasistheSTEVEN]

5 different t shirts all black? I want white or red or green anything but black.

[melbourneflower]

I saw one guy in the front row directly in front of Glen do this - very uncool.

Then tell them to be quiet ! By saying nothing we're as good as endorsing behaviour we don't like because we're not objecting to it. As long as no one objects, people will carry on behaving as they are because no-one has taught them that what they're doing isn't cool.

Don't suffer in silence - tell them, ask them, to STFU.

The guy was four rows in front of me and me attempting to discipline him for his poor behaviour would have been even more disruptive. Had he been closer I'd have undertaken some 'gig policeman' work but really people are adults and shouldn't have to be told how to behave.

[robertno]

Absolutely stunning gig, was so thrilled to be there.

I hate to laden the discussion though re. this gig with references to Glens set and the problems with crowd noise, but just to add my 2 cents Firstly, my mate and I flew over from Ireland for the gig, so were really, really looking forward to Glen Hansard (we were obviously there for Eddie, but Glen was a serious bonus), having seen him and The Frames headline quite a number of gigs and festivals back home. Playing support to Eddie Vedder is a sweet gig, but playing at 7:30pm on a Saturday night isn't the best slot in the world. Glen did refer to the fact that he appreciated people coming in to see him "so early".

Like a lot of people on this forum, I've been at many gigs on various nights of the week and have often heard bands refer to the fact that Sat night, for obvious reasons, people have had a few more drinks on board than most other nights of the week. That's fair enough, but will obviously lead to a more boisterous crowd. So I think it was just a bit unfortunate that he had to play so early on the night in question. It was a shame though that his set was so short and compromised. Glens a really amazing performer and was thrilled Eddie brought him out for a few songs during his set.

As for Mr. Vedder - where to start? The gig was that good, I honestly couldn't do it justice by trying to describe it here. We were front row in the Circle. Amazing seats, until I saw the folks in the stalls below us getting up close with Eddie at the end of the gig - you lucky b******s! I did feel sorry for the people behind us though, as 2 absolute knobs were in the seats beside us and were out to the bar every couple of songs, so were up and down a lot. Christ, use your head and bring back enough drink to keep you going!!! They arrived late and left before 2nd encore - how/why do these people go to these gigs? If they had Tenclub tickets like ours were, the Tenclub gene-pool may be in decline. Still though, neither they or anyone else could have taken the smile off my face on Sat night. Like the vast majority of people at the gig, I was having an absolute BLAST!!!!!!!!!

A long shot, but anyone know of plans for official bootlegs of the solo tour?

[RideRick]

I saw one guy in the front row directly in front of Glen do this - very uncool.

Then tell them to be quiet ! By saying nothing we're as good as endorsing behaviour we don't like because we're not objecting to it. As long as no one objects, people will carry on behaving as they are because no-one has taught them that what they're doing isn't cool.

Don't suffer in silence - tell them, ask them, to STFU.

But but but... you are Superman.. it's an easy job for you to adress to drunken lads with no painlevel left




At Amsterdam the first night people were shushing the talkers down.. worked well.

So tonight at London if you are annoyed just.. SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS them...

[Fifi_Ireland]

Absolutely stunning gig, was so thrilled to be there.

I hate to laden the discussion though re. this gig with references to Glens set and the problems with crowd noise, but just to add my 2 cents Firstly, my mate and I flew over from Ireland for the gig, so were really, really looking forward to Glen Hansard (we were obviously there for Eddie, but Glen was a serious bonus), having seen him and The Frames headline quite a number of gigs and festivals back home. Playing support to Eddie Vedder is a sweet gig, but playing at 7:30pm on a Saturday night isn't the best slot in the world. Glen did refer to the fact that he appreciated people coming in to see him "so early".

Like a lot of people on this forum, I've been at many gigs on various nights of the week and have often heard bands refer to the fact that Sat night, for obvious reasons, people have had a few more drinks on board than most other nights of the week. That's fair enough, but will obviously lead to a more boisterous crowd. So I think it was just a bit unfortunate that he had to play so early on the night in question. It was a shame though that his set was so short and compromised. Glens a really amazing performer and was thrilled Eddie brought him out for a few songs during his set.

As for Mr. Vedder - where to start? The gig was that good, I honestly couldn't do it justice by trying to describe it here. We were front row in the Circle. Amazing seats, until I saw the folks in the stalls below us getting up close with Eddie at the end of the gig - you lucky b******s! I did feel sorry for the people behind us though, as 2 absolute knobs were in the seats beside us and were out to the bar every couple of songs, so were up and down a lot. Christ, use your head and bring back enough drink to keep you going!!! They arrived late and left before 2nd encore - how/why do these people go to these gigs? If they had Tenclub tickets like ours were, the Tenclub gene-pool may be in decline. Still though, neither they or anyone else could have taken the smile off my face on Sat night. Like the vast majority of people at the gig, I was having an absolute BLAST!!!!!!!!!

A long shot, but anyone know of plans for official bootlegs of the solo tour?

You could have been sitting bestide me front row circle too with 2 knobs beside two lads from ireland

[Eraserhead]

I saw one guy in the front row directly in front of Glen do this - very uncool.

Then tell them to be quiet ! By saying nothing we're as good as endorsing behaviour we don't like because we're not objecting to it. As long as no one objects, people will carry on behaving as they are because no-one has taught them that what they're doing isn't cool.

Don't suffer in silence - tell them, ask them, to STFU.

But only if they're smaller and weaker than you...

[boyo79]

A long shot, but anyone know of plans for official bootlegs of the solo tour?

Slim to no chance I'd say.