QueenZone discussion #1386452

splicksplack wrote: How come on the day of the gig you can get front block seats for tonight on ticketmaster? I wasn't expecting a sell out (despite the exaggerated reports) but it can't be that bad. Can it?

splicksplack wrote:How come on the day of the gig you can get front block seats for tonight on ticketmaster? I wasn't expecting a sell out (despite the exaggerated reports) but it can't be that bad. Can it?

The Real Wizard wrote:

splicksplack wrote: How come on the day of the gig you can get front block seats for tonight on ticketmaster? I wasn't expecting a sell out (despite the exaggerated reports) but it can't be that bad. Can it?

What a cynical troll you have become. Look in the mirror. Even if a show is nearly sold out, blocks of tickets near the front do come out now and again for one reason or another.. Whether or not you like it, Brian and Roger aren't dead and want to play. And this tour is going to be a massive success.

jondickens1 wrote: As feared, pretty much the predictable hits. Only addition of interest is In the lap of the God's and Love Kills. Also nice to see Now I'm here back on the set list. Major disappointment not to hear anything else new. But, I suppose the new fans will be happy with the set list.

cmsdrums wrote: Was it In 'The Lap of the Gods' (as per the set), or 'In The Lap of the Gods....Revisited' (as I expect)??

matt z wrote: link Procession/now I'm here. Excellent fan video

Brian Maybe wrote:

matt z wrote: link Procession/now I'm here. Excellent fan video

That was great, thanks! So exciting to see that opening, after 40 years! If you listen closely, there's some Flash Gordon mixed in with Procession. Shame about Adam's mic going out, even made Brian hit a wrong chord! :-). But he pulled it off like a real pro, going over to the other mic, tossing his to the tech to figure it out, all the while still rocking the crowd. The kid has really won me over. I was really skeptical of this pairing, to the point where I almost didn't buy tix to the show. There are some qualities to his voice that still bug me. He's no Freddie, and would be the first to admit it. But ya know, getting someone like him who's been influenced by Freddie like he has, and who really does have the range to pull it off, even without that quality to Freddie's voice that we all love, really seems to be a great, respectful way to keep the legacy of this music alive. And he seems to have a great and humble attitude about it. The naysayers will always say that without Freddie, it's not Queen, but that's just stating the obvious. Freddie's gone, it was a tragedy that we lost him, but his music and legacy lives on. And to still get to see and hear Brian and Roger do their thing together is a rare treat. These are legends, and we're lucky to still have them around and able to tour! Hearing Brian's guitar in person is still an awe inspiring thing. Just gorgeous. And whining that they're not playing as good as they did 30-40 years ago, whatever. They're human, humans get old and slow down by their age. It's called life. Considering that, they've really only barely slowed down anyway! Find any 70's band who are still playing and tell me they're better than this! :-) Ok, rant over, gonna enjoy some more clips, and wait impatiently for the LA show on Jul y 3!

99jaystang wrote: Brian seems to keep "I want it all" in the setlist, not a well known song in North America. I would sub it out for Dragon, or something older. Anybody notice Bo rhap flub at the end. Brian was lost or could not hear his monitor. Oh well the first show is outa the way, it will get better .

Apocalipsis_Darko wrote: Saying that about Bad Company, is obvious you don't know anything about rock history. Paul Rodgers is a legend, respect him.

Brian Maybe wrote: (I actually like Bad Co, just not when I go to a Queen concert!)

Brian Maybe wrote:

Apocalipsis_Darko wrote: Saying that about Bad Company, is obvious you don't know anything about rock history. Paul Rodgers is a legend, respect him.

I guess you missed where I said this:

Brian Maybe wrote: (I actually like Bad Co, just not when I go to a Queen concert!)

I actually know a lot about rock history, having grown up in the 70's San Francisco area and going to see just about every classic rock band in their heyday. I saw the original Bad Co back then, one of their reunions, Paul solo, Paul with Jimmy Page in The Firm twice, and Q+PR twice. I had no problem with that pairing, especially as Paul was an influence on Freddie, but as I'm a much bigger fan of Queen's music than Bad Co's, I thought the Queen material outshined the Bad Co stuff, and I would have rather had more Queen in its place. And I was very surprised to find myself enjoying Adam with Queen more than Paul. Go figure. Your mileage may vary...

Mr.QueenFan wrote: I saw Paul Rodger with Queen in 2005, and it was wonderful. Paul Rodgers is one of the greatest singers of all time. He's in his 60's and still going strong. I absolutely loved that Paul brought Queen to a more bluesy and Rockier side. Always with a smile on his face, he made everybody feel welcomed.

Apocalipsis_Darko wrote: What are you stay same Queen? The last Queen gig was in 1986....Brian May, Roger Taylor and one of the best frontman of rock history, Mr. Paul Rodgers. I agree Paul never would sang songs like I want to break free....of course, for that, I preffer to listen his stuff than Queen covers, because honestly, this is a tribute band with two original members.

Apocalipsis_Darko wrote: I agree Paul never would sang songs like I want to break free....

Regor wrote: I just watched a video of LOML on YouTube from Chicago. When Freddie appeared on the screen, the place went nuts. Haven't posted here for a long time, but as I am closely following the shows on the web, a few things about this tour came to my mind. First of all, yes, I do have a problem with the fact that Adam appeared on Idol. I hate casting shows. Loathe them. Here in germany, the winners are not taken seriously, generally pretty ridiculous, and sell a lot of their respective first singles to a teenage pop audience, and fade into obscurity right after that. And deservedly so. Having played in rock bands for 20 years or so I just can't get used to this sh**! But man, the guy can sing! My father is a classical musician, and I used to sing in his choir (more rock'n'roll than you might imagine, one get's really thirsty after two hours of rehearsing Mozart's Coronation mass) I am impressed by Adam's range and sound. Okay, there's the occasional Aguilera-like yodeling show-off, but I can live with that, and he seems to have reduced it anyway. Still a very talented singer. And he seems to be a really nice bloke. So what the heck? I went to see QPR in cologne, and it was absolutely great. Paul is a fantastic singer, and did the songs chosen justice. So does Adam, IMO. Queen is known for it's diversity, and that continues with the singers chosen for the "+"-projects. So by now I still don't like the fact that he appeared on Idol, but mostly because why in the first place? With that Instrument in his throat he could've made a living on music without it. But I really, really don't want to add to these discussions (and they won't end anyway). Everyones entitled to their opinions, and I honestly respect that. For me the Queen I got to know and love ended in 1991. But in my opinion, Bri and Rog can and should do what they want as musicians, and whether this is called Queen or whatever I don't care. I enjoyed seeing them play (both solo and with Paul so far), they're still my heroes, and if QAL comes to europe, I'll be there. I got my first Queen-tape in september '86, just 2 months after their triumphant show at our stadium. I never had the chance to see Freddie perform, and this will hurt me for the rest of my life. So for me, their solo tours and Q+ is everything I get. And it's great! But to conclude this post, and why I put it here in the first place: watch that video of LOML from Chicago, look at Brian, hear the wonderful reaction of the crowd when Freddie appears. What a great moment. Goosebumps. The music lives on.

Regor wrote: I just watched a video of LOML on YouTube from Chicago. When Freddie appeared on the screen, the place went nuts. Haven't posted here for a long time, but as I am closely following the shows on the web, a few things about this tour came to my mind. First of all, yes, I do have a problem with the fact that Adam appeared on Idol. I hate casting shows. Loathe them. Here in germany, the winners are not taken seriously, generally pretty ridiculous, and sell a lot of their respective first singles to a teenage pop audience, and fade into obscurity right after that. And deservedly so. Having played in rock bands for 20 years or so I just can't get used to this sh**! But man, the guy can sing! My father is a classical musician, and I used to sing in his choir (more rock'n'roll than you might imagine, one get's really thirsty after two hours of rehearsing Mozart's Coronation mass) I am impressed by Adam's range and sound. Okay, there's the occasional Aguilera-like yodeling show-off, but I can live with that, and he seems to have reduced it anyway. Still a very talented singer. And he seems to be a really nice bloke. So what the heck? I went to see QPR in cologne, and it was absolutely great. Paul is a fantastic singer, and did the songs chosen justice. So does Adam, IMO. Queen is known for it's diversity, and that continues with the singers chosen for the "+"-projects. So by now I still don't like the fact that he appeared on Idol, but mostly because why in the first place? With that Instrument in his throat he could've made a living on music without it. But I really, really don't want to add to these discussions (and they won't end anyway). Everyones entitled to their opinions, and I honestly respect that. For me the Queen I got to know and love ended in 1991. But in my opinion, Bri and Rog can and should do what they want as musicians, and whether this is called Queen or whatever I don't care. I enjoyed seeing them play (both solo and with Paul so far), they're still my heroes, and if QAL comes to europe, I'll be there. I got my first Queen-tape in september '86, just 2 months after their triumphant show at our stadium. I never had the chance to see Freddie perform, and this will hurt me for the rest of my life. So for me, their solo tours and Q+ is everything I get. And it's great! But to conclude this post, and why I put it here in the first place: watch that video of LOML from Chicago, look at Brian, hear the wonderful reaction of the crowd when Freddie appears. What a great moment. Goosebumps. The music lives on.

Apocalipsis_Darko wrote: What are you stay same Queen? The last Queen gig was in 1986....Brian May, Roger Taylor and one of the best frontman of rock history, Mr. Paul Rodgers. I agree Paul never would sang songs like I want to break free....of course, for that, I preffer to listen his stuff than Queen covers, because honestly, this is a tribute band with two original members.

The Real Wizard wrote:[/ As long as you realize the difference between indisputable facts and YOUR OPINION. The fact is - the remaining members of a band can do whatever they want with the name and the music. If you don't like it, that's fine. But it doesn't make you a lawyer, a music historian or a judge making a definitive decision of what a band is or isn't. It is merely your opinion. And as long as you know that 15-20 thousand people a night seem to disagree with you...

thomasquinn 32989 wrote: I have no interest in some synthetic pop-singer (AL), and I don't have any interest in seeing two old rockers, at least one of them half-deaf, pretending it's thirty years ago.

thomasquinn 32989 wrote: Why is it not OK to dislike/disapprove of this whole project? I don't like Queen rehashing old stuff any more than I like The Rolling Stones rehashing old stuff (and I find them frankly embarrassing, with their whole regiment of supporting musicians to cover up their inability to play a full show), but that is somehow seen as a wicked view to take. You *have* to approve of old have-been rockers trying to relive their former glory, because if you don't, you're a "nazi" or a "fundamentalist", or, in the case of Q+AL, you must be a homophobe Freddie-worshiping (note the irony) ultra-conservative. I have no interest in some synthetic pop-singer (AL), and I don't have any interest in seeing two old rockers, at least one of them half-deaf, pretending it's thirty years ago.

Mr.QueenFan wrote: Good for you, just don't go to the concerts. See how easy it is? But we as Queen fans don't have to read your opinion ad nauseam on what is supposed to be a Queen fan site - a site where it's users like to support Queen. Criticism is healthy. Bringing someone down everytime you post about this subject isn't. Just don't expect to come to a Queen site and attack my beloved band without me or others steping in to defend them. It's repulsive to me and to other music fans - not just Queen fans - to read your's and others remarks about Adam Lambert with every post you make. It only shows where you guys are coming from as persons. Adam is a great vocalist, and nothing you and others here say will change that fact. Nothing! And next time, show some respect to Brian May and Roger Taylor too. Roger may be suffering from deafness, but he is not an old half-deaf rocker. And the reason why he's "half- deaf" now as you put it, is because he gave everything he got in the past so you and others - who only badmouth everything he does today - could have great shows to listen to - like Wembley 86, Live Aid, Montreal, Houston, etc.

Holly2003 wrote: Welcome to Stepford!

Mr.QueenFan wrote:

thomasquinn 32989 wrote: I have no interest in some synthetic pop-singer (AL), and I don't have any interest in seeing two old rockers, at least one of them half-deaf, pretending it's thirty years ago.

Good for you, just don't go to the concerts. See how easy it is? But we as Queen fans don't have to read your opinion ad nauseam on what is supposed to be a Queen fan site - a site where it's users like to support Queen. Criticism is healthy. Bringing someone down everytime you post about this subject isn't. Just don't expect to come to a Queen site and attack my beloved band without me or others steping in to defend them. It's repulsive to me and to other music fans - not just Queen fans - to read your's and others remarks about Adam Lambert with every post you make. It only shows where you guys are coming from as persons. Adam is a great vocalist, and nothing you and others here say will change that fact. Nothing! And next time, show some respect to Brian May and Roger Taylor too. Roger may be suffering from deafness, but he is not an old half-deaf rocker. And the reason why he's "half- deaf" now as you put it, is because he gave everything he got in the past so you and others - who only badmouth everything he does today - could have great shows to listen to - like Wembley 86, Live Aid, Montreal, Houston, etc.

thomasquinn 32989 wrote: So bottom line, as per usual: you're not allowed to dislike anything Queen-members do, because that would be disloyal. You can't say that aging rockers who are trying to recapture some of their former glory are aging rockers who are trying to recapture some of their former glory, because that would be agist. You can't call AL a synthetic singer just because he was made into a star by a televised talent contest and big record companies, that would be insensitive to AL-fans. I'll just ignore the blatant personal attacks and unjustified claims that I am supposedly constantly ripping on Q+AL because this post would turn to monograph-length simply addressing those unfounded claims. For once I agree with Holly: you're just a bunch of stepford fanatics. If you can put praise for Q+AL on this forum, you can also put criticism on it. If you can't handle that, go live in some totalitarian state where criticism of the national line isn't allowed. One final point: Roger isn't half-deaf because "he gave everything", he's half-deaf because he didn't think of wearing hearing protection, which any smart musician does and has done for many decades.

I don't remember you at all. You must not have said anything interesting. Mr.QueenFan wrote:

Holly2003 wrote: Welcome to Stepford!

Look who's back! I've already told you everything i think about you in the past.

The Real Wizard wrote: Not sure if this has been posted here, but .. link Carry on with the ever-enlightening mudslinging match...

thomasquinn 32989 wrote: Why is it not OK to dislike/disapprove of this whole project? I don't like Queen rehashing old stuff any more than I like The Rolling Stones rehashing old stuff (and I find them frankly embarrassing, with their whole regiment of supporting musicians to cover up their inability to play a full show), I have no interest in some synthetic pop-singer (AL), and I don't have any interest in seeing two old rockers, at least one of them half-deaf, pretending it's thirty years ago.

someonewholikesadam wrote: Queenzoners, What can you possibly find wrong with this? I'm sure there's something though.

Vocal harmony wrote:

thomasquinn 32989 wrote: Rush MuseThe point is they've all toured, or still tour with extra musicians. To single the Stones out, who have toured on and off with extra players since 1969. And The current Queen line up is a joke. It shows your willingness to pick fault with something for reasons that you probably already know have no real foundation. Add to that your dislike of old musicians and "rehashed" music your scope for listening to live music must be very limited. The

Rush toured with extra musicians???
Oh wait............well theres the Clockwork Angels tour..........had a freakin orchestra............never mind..........
Personally I love rehashed music :D

Vocal harmony wrote:

thomasquinn 32989 wrote: Of course. . . The rolling Stones Genisis The Who Journey Iron Maiden Black Sabbath Pink Floyd Hendrix Super Tramp Rush Muse Fleetwood Mac. . . . I could go on with this list. .

For what its worth..........Journey and Supertramp I find to be good but not great...........and I don't know enough about Muse..............but the rest of those artists.........I have them all on my mp3 player..............that's like total awesomesness there, all those other artists.............