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Well done Ruckus!
Can you remember if this was pretty fair miss....
http://www.amazon.com/Pretty-Fair-Miss-Her-Garden/dp/B000SEUII2
Alright. I'll make this quick. Lot's of tequila and wine this evening. Oh yeah, and that awesome bowl of udon noodles my mom just made. Anywho...Got to go to the show with my mother and forum member APR. Was a pleasure to meet you man.
The Jefferson Theater was a great venue. The acoustics were spot on. We were 3rd row, on the left, by Ben. I wish there was something negative I could say about this show but I can't. Just the dudes in front that kept getting up to get beers and piss but it wasn't all that bad. The talking was at a minimum.
I know APR wasn't digging Moore's stage presence and charisma but he is what he is, a folk singer's singer. It's about the the music, not him.
Ben was extraordinary and Jim was on key and sung clean all night.
It's hard to pin down any highlights because it was all so beautiful but Electrify was special with Ben and the Where to Begin with the extended rockin' acoustic ending was something else. Still got chills thinking about it.
That's it. It was amazing. So exceeded my high expectations.
QuoteWell done Ruckus!
Can you remember if this was pretty fair miss....
http://www.amazon.com/Pretty-Fair-Miss-Her-Garden/dp/B000SEUII2
Sorry man, I couldn't tell you from that.
1. any setlist action
2. what did your moms think?
and
3. tequila and wine?
Great show in a very intimate venue! My wife became friends with Daniel when they met in the Peace Corps around 3 years ago. He graciously hooked us up with tickets (we still, however, donated to the cause) and introduced us to Jim and Ben after the show. All the guys were super cool and stuck around to sign posters and talk after the show.
On an interesting side note, Daniel told us that there was an elderly woman that was like a grandmother to him growing up that lived in the area, but unfortunately she was sick and couldn't make it to the show (90 yrs old!). Since she couldn't attend, the guys were packing up and heading to her house for a private show in her living room!
Cheers
QuoteGreat show in a very intimate venue! My wife became friends with Daniel when they met in the Peace Corps around 3 years ago. He graciously hooked us up with tickets (we still, however, donated to the cause) and introduced us to Jim and Ben after the show. All the guys were super cool and stuck around to sign posters and talk after the show.
[highlight]On an interesting side note, Daniel told us that there was an elderly woman that was like a grandmother to him growing up that lived in the area, but unfortunately she was sick and couldn't make it to the show (90 yrs old!). Since she couldn't attend, the guys were packing up and heading to her house for a private show in her living room! [/highlight]
Cheers
That is awesome! Great story. Thanks for sharing.
Listened to my tape briefly and it sounds fantastic. There were a bunch of tapers there and recordings should be popping up on etree soon if they already aren't some over there. This was my first time hearing Ben and Daniel and I was blown away. Ben Solee is like Paul Simon but on the cello.
Ruckus it was great running into you again and I want to know what your mom thought as well and is she still bummed because she couldn't video tape :) I snagged the setlist from Ryan at the board and was about to post it but see you beat me to the punch. Got my poster signed and did the terrorist fist jab with Jim after the show. Perfect evening all the way around. Nice to have these,every little once in a while.
QuoteListened to my tape briefly and it sounds fantastic. There were a bunch of tapers there and recordings should be popping up on etree soon if they already aren't some over there. This was my first time hearing Ben and Daniel and I was blown away. Ben Solee is like Paul Simon but on the cello.
Ruckus it was great running into you again and I want to know what your mom thought as well and is she still bummed because she couldn't video tape :) I snagged the setlist from Ryan at the board and was about to post it but see you beat me to the punch. Got my poster signed and did the terrorist fist jab with Jim after the show. Perfect evening all the way around. Nice to have these,every little once in a while.
nice! great meeting you in DC.
Quote1. any setlist action
2. what did your moms think?
and
3. tequila and wine?
No security but the stage was 4 feet high and the setlists were at least 12 feet back. I Beverly Hills Ninja'd it up there.
My moms LOVED the show. We had a great time.
Yes, wine all day than I found a nice bottle of tequila stashed in my folks closet so I went to town on that. It was delicious.
Really great story SS88! That's the kinda stuff that's great to hear. Thanks for sharing.
Good to see ya again Lynnzzz and thanks again for taping. I can't wait to burn a copy and mail to my mom. She was pissed enough that they searched her bag but I was able to convince them that they didn't need to card a 62 year old lady. ;D
1st one is up. Big ups to all you awesome tapers.
http://bt.etree.org/details.php?id=537246
sweet.
QuoteYes, wine all day than I found a nice bottle of tequila stashed in my folks closet so I went to town on that. It was delicious.
Holy smoke, I just had to barf just thinking about that combo. You're a stronger man than I!! [smiley=beer.gif]
QuoteQuoteYes, wine all day than I found a nice bottle of tequila stashed in my folks closet so I went to town on that. It was delicious.
Holy smoke, I just had to barf just thinking about that combo. You're a stronger man than I!! [smiley=beer.gif]
also notice that his parents have to hide the liquor when they know he's coming over.. at least they're trying not to enable..
Gideon: http://vimeo.com/13701399
Ooooooaaaah! :D
QuoteGideon: http://vimeo.com/13701399
Ooooooaaaah! :D
Thanks! That is very fun!
Grab the audio, thanks sara!
http://thesteamengine.blogspot.com/2010/07/appalachian-voices-gideon-save-last.html
Hey thanks Sara and Jason for the virtual experience! I shoulda bean there, but it was a bit much to swing with hittin the road next week... so definitely appreciate the glimpse into the greatness!
QuoteGideon: http://vimeo.com/13701399
Ooooooaaaah! :D
I love when Yim kicks his right leg (2:53 on). Always awesome. Letting his hair grow, too, I see.
QuoteGideon: http://vimeo.com/13701399
Ooooooaaaah! :D[/quote
thanks for sharing SaraBanana!!!!
no sleep til brooklyn :)
It was a great show. Jim James provided the highlights. His voice sounded great. And hearing his songs with the Ben's cello made for some great versions of already great songs. The venue was nice and small. The crowd was very polite and quiet during the songs but gave nice ovations after each performance.
Jim also added some entertaining and funny banter between songs. Someone from the crowd yelled out wanting to know the name of the instrument he was playing when he was holding the omnicord. He said that he couldn't tell due to "trade secrets." He also described the drummer's dancing and clapping as "military grade technology" that they have "perfected in just four or five shows."
Other highlights include Ben's heartfelt voice, lyrics, and great sounds coming out of his cello. And definitely a highlight was meeting and seeing the show with a big fan/forum member/great guy, Ruckus, as well as his mom. See you in NY in October.
Have to agree with all the postings here. A wonderful venue, nice staff, great location, great sound & lights.
I was very impressed with the mixed crowd attending. I saw, 20 yr olds to 70 yr olds, couples, etc. very nice to see instead of teen crazy kids.
It was a wonderful show, the drummer was also amazing, Dan Droff, I had never really listen to Ben or Daniel's music but will be sure to check them out in the future.
I was lucky enough to get a set list from the stage guy, (nice dude) but he was not impressed with "Ruckus" (if I'm right, forgive me if not) getting up onto the stage and "helping himself" he was pissed with him. Anyhow it was harmless fun. The best part of the night for me was I got to meet the whole band after the show out back, they all signed my set list and made it that more special.
I got to talk with Jim James and asked him if there was any work been done on a new album, and his reply was: yeah we are working on it now, should be ready for next Summer" I asked him for more information but was not giving that up.
Daniel is a very tall person and nice to talk with. The drummer was very nice and open to talk about anything, we had a good chat about working on this tour. Ben was quiet, but not rude at all.
All in all a great night.
QuoteHave to agree with all the postings here. A wonderful venue, nice staff, great location, great sound & lights.
I was very impressed with the mixed crowd attending. I saw, 20 yr olds to 70 yr olds, couples, etc. very nice to see instead of teen crazy kids.
It was a wonderful show, the drummer was also amazing, Dan Droff, I had never really listen to Ben or Daniel's music but will be sure to check them out in the future.
I was lucky enough to get a set list from the stage guy, (nice dude) but he was not impressed with "Ruckus" (if I'm right, forgive me if not) getting up onto the stage and "helping himself" he was pissed with him. Anyhow it was harmless fun. The best part of the night for me was I got to meet the whole band after the show out back, they all signed my set list and made it that more special.
I got to talk with Jim James and asked him if there was any work been done on a new album, and his reply was: yeah we are working on it now, should be ready for next Summer" I asked him for more information but was not giving that up.
Daniel is a very tall person and nice to talk with. The drummer was very nice and open to talk about anything, we had a good chat about working on this tour. Ben was quiet, but not rude at all.
All in all a great night.
Great stuff man! Glad you got to meet the band. I kinda wanted to hang out but the Mom had to get home. BTW, that definitely wasn't me up on stage snagging a setlist. Completely disregard any earlier post I may have made bragging about grabbing it. Pfft ::)
That's cool. I like your style
Try is so good. The sound of this recording is fantastic!
I'm a little confused at two songs. The setlist says Mute With A Bullhorn and Pretty Fair Miss, but the actual tracks don't appear to be either of these songs. I wish I could get some clarification for my obsessive disorder.