My Morning Jacket

I'll start.

I have never been so high for so long in my life

edit: fun fact: there were THREE NBP (never been played) original songs - If it smashes down, if all else fails and I just wanted to say.  (BH, can you confirm?)  They may never be played again....

Fan-freakin-tastic

Band was consistently on fire and inspired and met some great people.

Saw all but the It Still Moves show.  If I had to rank them it would be:

1.  Tennessee Fire
2.  At Dawn
3.  Z
4.  Evil Urges

They were all great shows, but the performance of The Tennessee Fire was the biggest revelation for me due to getting to hear lots of stuff for the first time and how amazing it was to hear MMJ 2010 perform that material.  

The Evil Urges encore segment might have been the most musically solid of the shows, but the TTF and At Dawn encore segments both had a huge WTF factor.  

I'm so in denial of the fact that today is when reality sets back in.

i wont even try to rank the shows, as it all seems like one continuous concert to me.

but the rendition of steam engine changed the way i look at the world forever, just like how you people have.

Impossible to articulate!  There is so much to say, and I am still trying to come back to reality....i haven't ever had a week like this in my entire life, and it fed my soul, restored my faith in humanity, and absolutely, positively rocked my motherfuckin' panties off!  

Thank you to all of the forum members....Bob and I have been to loads of concerts in our (long) lives, but we have never ever experienced the warmth, generosity, fun, kindness, and rampant badassery as we did this week.  

Cannot wait to see you all again! XOXO

Oh and ps -- Bob and I were driving down 55th after McGee's, and as usual he is investigating the scene and wanted to drive past the back of the venue.  Well, guess what????  

we saw patrick hailing a cab;

tommy waiting for lp (Bob reached out his window and shook his hand)

and bo texting someone (and yes he was with a lovely lady)as he was about to cross the street.

we gave each one a proper hello and thank you for an amazing week...they think we are stalkers! but they were super sweet as always.

Regret:  I had on the tshirt that chode made, and I should have jumped out and showed it to Patrick :) But then, I had a dream that I did get to show him and he LOVED it!  I am sure he would have.

Some of the highlights

5:00am pretzels and bourbon with Tourettes
Dude pants rocked off in my bedroom
Capt. Headdy - abortion survivor
Almost punching a cabbie
3:00am - getting Nathan's waiting for the train but still having time so going back for Taco Bell
Falling asleep on said train with 32 oz. diet coke in hand.  so that spilled all over the train
frogs

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Dude pants rocked off in my bedroom

it's a good thing those are the few details you can recollect

My only regret was being a shadow!

Unreal. I can't rank, but can only give superlatives.

TTF was the best album performance
AD had the best Encore
ISM had the most energy
Z was the most entertaining
EU felt the most like an MMJ show

By the end of Highly Suspicious, my friend who had never seen them before leaned over and said "from now on, you add +1 whenever you buy tickets". By the end of the show he said, "you know me and Phish, and it is hard for me to say this so I'm not, but that might have had more energy than Phish. They definitely did Sweet Nuthin better"

Also, Carl's song was beautiful with the whole band. I sort of hope he gets to feature himself on the next album as well. After all, when they gave Keith control, the Stones gave us Happy

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Dude pants rocked off in my bedroom

it's a good thing those are the few details you can recollect

:-*

Also in my top 10 was cleaning the shower drain on two occasions.  That was amazing

QuoteImpossible to articulate!  There is so much to say, and I am still trying to come back to reality....i haven't ever had a week like this in my entire life, and it fed my soul, restored my faith in humanity, and absolutely, positively rocked my motherfuckin' panties off!  

Thank you to all of the forum members....Bob and I have been to loads of concerts in our (long) lives, but we have never ever experienced the warmth, generosity, fun, kindness, and rampant badassery as we did this week.  

Cannot wait to see you all again! XOXO

Oh and ps -- Bob and I were driving down 55th after McGee's, and as usual he is investigating the scene and wanted to drive past the back of the venue.  Well, guess what????  

we saw patrick hailing a cab;

tommy waiting for lp (Bob reached out his window and shook his hand)

and bo texting someone (and yes he was with a lovely lady)as he was about to cross the street.

we gave each one a proper hello and thank you for an amazing week...they think we are stalkers! but they were super sweet as always.

Regret:  I had on the tshirt that chode made, and I should have jumped out and showed it to Patrick :) But then, I had a dream that I did get to show him and he LOVED it!  I am sure he would have.

What an amazing week, I think I levitated during the whole ISM show. Jim has talked about when he is in the zone, he starts a show hits a chord opens his eyes and the show is over, that's what this week felt like for me. Too many great moments that rocked my soul. To see the giddy smiles on everyone and espc the band was truly special. Great moment was seeing Johnny lovingly look down at Carl during carried away, true class act. Jim's little boy, giddy leg kicks from the ground last night said it all

Thank you Pennylane for your gracious hosting, have the best time next Friday, I hope it is filled with more amazing moments for you and a pickle.

Thank you to Trish and Bob, the nicest couple who need to go to New Orleans this year for Jazz Fest.

Ruckus you had the best sh*&t eating grin to dance next to during the shows

Couple from San Diego, hope to see you out west, You are good peeps

Rail folks, it was nice to look out and see you in full appreciation of your rail dedication

Krispy thank you for the treats, better than betty crocker, hope you get home

My brain is fried so I apologize to names I have forgot to mention, coolest Dad ever thank you for sharing music moments last night till 4am, have a great time in Kentucky!
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I forgot to mention Hot Fun in the Summertime, Tom singing .... that was deft. a highlight, made me giggle.

How was my week?  Well every night started with meeting fellow forum members in line at T 5.......lots of hugs and warm greetings and good conversation....lots of love....... music was incredible.......at several points during the week it felt like I was being pulled into the air and off the floor........the crowd around us was amazing......all positive, passionate, soulful rocking folks........met some great people during the week.....too many to list and don't want to leave anyone out......not even sure of all the names...........Love to you all....Bob

Went to all 5 shows.  Each one was absolutely incredible.  It was like being on tour with MMJ for a week...and I'm exhausted from it!  Heard some incredible albums, amazing covers, and got my daily potassium on Z.

Being from NYC I only regret that this epic event was at Terminal 5.  Terrible venue, the crowd couldn't shut up during the slow songs and the ambient noise of moron's trying to talk over the music almost ruined the songs.  They also seemed to oversell the venue which seemed to turn some fans aggressive.  If we're lucky enough to ever have this happen again PLEASE have it at any other venue but T5.

The 4 new songs and Carl's song on Evil Urges night sounded extremely promising.  If thats any sign of what's to come I really can't wait.  Great stuff!!!

Well, that certainly blew away my already high expectations.

As I posted in another thread, I felt like I was at My Morning Jacket fantasy camp for a week.   Surrounded by other fans at every show, we lived n breathed the band.

I'd say At Dawn was the night I most enjoyed as I heard many songs I had not heard and love.   ISM is my favorite album and was probably my "favorite" show if that difference makes sense.    At one point I turned to Sean Riley and said "we still have Run Thru, Rollin Back, and Steam Engine".   What an embarrasment of riches that album is.   I thought the band was not QUITE as on for Z  - but hey, I'm talking the difference between A+++ and A+.   Jimmy seemed a little more out of it, and his conversations were little more than "how you doing?" (until the whole George Michael / bananas speech was was hysterical)

I also had the huge stroke of luck to stay at the same hotel as the band.    It was an extra thrill to see the boys puttering around during the day.   I never mentioned this to anyone during the week nor did I post here about it, as I wanted to respect the band's privacy.   But seeing the boys go about their business, leaving for soundchecks, little interactions like shaking Tom's hand or riding the elevator with Patrick and telling him "run thru rocked last night" made the trip extra special.    In general I was surprised that the band, or at least a few of them, are a lot less nocturnal than I imagined the life of a band to be.  (like up n around in the lobby at 9:30 am getting coffee).    
 My wife had dinner in the hotel restaurant one night (I was already at the show) and I got the text from her "Jim is having dinner at the table next to me 6 feet away!".  She also had a long conversation one night with Linda and her summary to me was "I wish Linda lived in Boston!"

And of course - meeting so many of the forum members, and seeing those I'd met on previous travels- that's another highlight that will last.   What a bunch of crazy, cool, interesting, generous, friendly people!

How was my week? Insane, beautiful, wonderful, memorable.

A few highlights:

-The music/energy of the band/hearing all those songs and only one repeat.
-Standing with The Steam Engine during all 5 nights and having a blast.  :-*
-The At Dawn poster.
-Early morning giggles with ALady.
-The dude from the video who had his panties rocked off...
-Pennylane and bluesky acting as wonderful hostesses in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
-Where to Begin
-Watching Drunk History.
-Bill Murrayed
-Watching Carl, who seemed ON FIRE for the 2nd half of the week and jammed around that stage like he owned the place.
-Johnny Y as a breath of fresh air and renewed energy on Saturday night after an exhausting week.
-The international folks who came from far away and if they were jet-lagged, it didn't show.
-York Peppermint Patties are a great alternative to teeth brushing.  ;D
-And finally, I feel like the luckiest gal because I got to see old friends and meet new ones (for life). You are a generous, kind, happy, fun group of people and I can't wait to share memories with you again someday.

QuoteWell, that certainly blew away my already high expectations.

As I posted in another thread, I felt like I was at My Morning Jacket fantasy camp for a week.   Surrounded by other fans at every show, we lived n breathed the band.

I'd say At Dawn was the night I most enjoyed as I heard many songs I had not heard and love.   ISM is my favorite album and was probably my "favorite" show if that difference makes sense.    At one point I turned to Sean Riley and said "we still have Run Thru, Rollin Back, and Steam Engine".   What an embarrasment of riches that album is.   I thought the band was not QUITE as on for Z  - but hey, I'm talking the difference between A+++ and A+.   Jimmy seemed a little more out of it, and his conversations were little more than "how you doing?" (until the whole George Michael / bananas speech was was hysterical)

I also had the huge stroke of luck to stay at the same hotel as the band.    It was an extra thrill to see the boys puttering around during the day.   I never mentioned this to anyone during the week nor did I post here about it, as I wanted to respect the band's privacy.   But seeing the boys go about their business, leaving for soundchecks, little interactions like shaking Tom's hand or riding the elevator with Patrick and telling him "run thru rocked last night" made the trip extra special.    In general I was surprised that the band, or at least a few of them, are a lot less nocturnal than I imagined the life of a band to be.  (like up n around in the lobby at 9:30 am getting coffee).    
 My wife had dinner in the hotel restaurant one night (I was already at the show) and I got the text from her "Jim is having dinner at the table next to me 6 feet away!".  She also had a long conversation one night with Linda and her summary to me was "I wish Linda lived in Boston!"

And of course - meeting so many of the forum members, and seeing those I'd met on previous travels- that's another highlight that will last.   What a bunch of crazy, cool, interesting, generous, friendly people!

Love this.

 special week. special band. special fans.

i cannot remember the last time i enjoyed a week this much.  way too many highlights to mention and too many wonderful people to name.

weird to admit but i enjoyed hanging out with you folks before, during and sometimes after the shows as much as i enjoyed the shows and that says alot because i know i wasn't shy about enjoying the shows.

too many people to name but all you groupies who were at mcgees or getting on line at 4:00 and living at the rail came to feel like family. nice to know there are other crazies with a touch of ocd who NEEDED to get the poster or NEEDED to be on the rail.  Dancing and high-5 ing all-week long  (and "all night long") with residents of so many states and countries just felt right.

it's almost ok if this week is never repeated because it will never be forgotten.  a truly wonderful moment in time.

i had big expectations for this week but the reality of it exceeded even my wildest dreams.  each show was unique. special versions of favorite songs and renditions of others which highlighted how great and talented this band is.  who else can cover, the wide range of artists they did.  Bananas, nanas.

I'll certainly miss all the 5 nighters and others who i enjoyed conversations with on-line.  You east coast folks I will look forward to seeing when the next tour opens and to my new friends from Colorado, Oregon, Tennesee, Alabama, California, Chicago, Baltimore, Oklahoma, New Hampshire, Florida, Virginia, Maryland and beyond-- thanks for sharing this unbelievable moment in time.

A special shout out of thanks to the wonderful Ms. Penny Lane for organizing so many great things and for being the personification of all things good that MMJ means to me.

Before I crash for the next 78 hours, I need to retract my last post and say that this video sums of my week. It encompasses my mixed emotions and out of body experience that occurred Monday-early Sunday morning, mixed with a brief period of absolute frustration when I ate that pretzel and roamed around the kitchen looking for water:

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txqiwrbYGrs[/media]

QuoteBefore I crash for the next 78 hours, I need to retract my last post and say that this video sums of my week. It encompasses my mixed emotions and out of body experience that occurred Monday-early Sunday morning, mixed with a brief period of absolute frustration when I ate that pretzel and roamed around the kitchen looking for water:

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txqiwrbYGrs[/media]

thank you Ky, that is priceless!!!!!!!!

QuoteWell, that certainly blew away my already high expectations.

As I posted in another thread, I felt like I was at My Morning Jacket fantasy camp for a week.   Surrounded by other fans at every show, we lived n breathed the band.

I'd say At Dawn was the night I most enjoyed as I heard many songs I had not heard and love.   ISM is my favorite album and was probably my "favorite" show if that difference makes sense.    At one point I turned to Sean Riley and said "we still have Run Thru, Rollin Back, and Steam Engine".   What an embarrasment of riches that album is.   I thought the band was not QUITE as on for Z  - but hey, I'm talking the difference between A+++ and A+.   Jimmy seemed a little more out of it, and his conversations were little more than "how you doing?" (until the whole George Michael / bananas speech was was hysterical)

I also had the huge stroke of luck to stay at the same hotel as the band.    It was an extra thrill to see the boys puttering around during the day.   I never mentioned this to anyone during the week nor did I post here about it, as I wanted to respect the band's privacy.   But seeing the boys go about their business, leaving for soundchecks, little interactions like shaking Tom's hand or riding the elevator with Patrick and telling him "run thru rocked last night" made the trip extra special.    In general I was surprised that the band, or at least a few of them, are a lot less nocturnal than I imagined the life of a band to be.  (like up n around in the lobby at 9:30 am getting coffee).    
 My wife had dinner in the hotel restaurant one night (I was already at the show) and I got the text from her "Jim is having dinner at the table next to me 6 feet away!".  She also had a long conversation one night with Linda and her summary to me was "I wish Linda lived in Boston!"

And of course - meeting so many of the forum members, and seeing those I'd met on previous travels- that's another highlight that will last.   What a bunch of crazy, cool, interesting, generous, friendly people!

Happy Birthday Sean Riley!  I was black -out red wine drunk when I saw you guys up in the balcony after Z :)  Hope I didn't scare your wives!
Sounds like a really cool hotel experience!  You handled it well! I would have been FREAKING out.  I think I need to learn boundaries :)
See ya at the next one!

Perfect ending to a perfect week:
Pulling up to Terminal 5 at JFK, and walking in only to hear Careless Whisper playing overhead  :D

QuotePerfect ending to a perfect week:
Pulling up to Terminal 5 at JFK, and walking in only to hear Careless Whisper playing overhead  :D

That is Bananas!!!!

one phrase to sum it up .. [size=16]YEA US[/size] !!!! this group seriously rules and totally took this run of shows to the next level  8-)

Quoteone phrase to sum it up .. [size=16]YEA US[/size] !!!! this group seriously rules and totally took this run of shows to the next level  8-)

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLyzOkSn8ws[/media]

what a beautiful week.  way too many memories to try to even attempt listing.  so many digital & mental snapshots of moments over the run that i will have with me forever.

it was the kind of week where i didn't really know what to expect.  i knew it was going to be amazing, no matter what, but there was so much more to it than i had thought possible.

i love this band.  i love the whole gamut of emotions they took me thru.  i love that i spent the first week of my 35th year on this earth with some of the most kind, fun, friendly badasses i have had the pleasure of meeting.  

Despite having a cough the entire week, it was a truly amazing experience, seeing my favorite band in the whole world, 6 nights in a row (Including Carl's show) It was one of the most incredible experiences I've ever had. All you guys on the forum are wonderful, and I feel honored to have shared in the experience with all of you guys.  It's crazy to see the broad spectrum that this band draws, fans of all ages, from all over the world. And even though Terminal 5 wasn't the greatest venue in the world, and one night I was repeatedly hit with electronics, these shows will always be remembered with good vibes, and as good times, with great music and great people!

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Dude pants rocked off in my bedroom

it's a good thing those are the few details you can recollect

:-*

Also in my top 10 was cleaning the shower drain on two occasions.  That was amazing

I did that on the last day right before I left and would have sworn it was a week's worth. Astounding.

I  don't have enough time to write everything I want to (another week wouldn't be enough), but like ynwa, I knew I was going to have a great week -- however, I didn't expect it to be the most incredible rock show experience(s) combined with sharing space with THE BEST peeps ever put on this Jacketized Earth, and I have the feeling the whole thing will never be topped for me, but I'm still gonna keep trying every time I see you guys.

BH and Crispy did alright for themselves with their T5 week "side project."
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Hey Ruckus, great time rocking with you for the last three nights.  I'm still not clear on what happened when that guy crashed into our backs on Friday night......I felt a surge from the back and then felt a body planting himself on top of me..I flinched with my right elbow showing a bit of uncharacteristic agreesion, but it got the job done....... turned around and the guy was flat on his back on the floor.  Was he surfing on top of the crowd or just running and jumping on top of people....either way, it strengthened our bond as protectors of our people/ space......we also demonstrated much chivalry to Trish and Jen(tube top).......we will rock out together again soon.

QuoteHey Ruckus, great time rocking with you for the last three nights.  I'm still not clear on what happened when that guy crashed into our backs on Friday night......I felt a surge from the back and then felt a body planting himself on top of me..I flinched with my right elbow showing a bit of uncharacteristic agreesion, but it got the job done....... turned around and the guy was flat on his back on the floor.  Was he surfing on top of the crowd or just running and jumping on top of people....either way, it strengthened our bond as protectors of our people/ space......we also demonstrated much chivalry to Trish and Jen(tube top).......we will rock out together again soon.

Don't feel bad, you guys didn't pay all that time and money to face away form the stage looking for potential drop kicks

Some guy on Sat couldn't handle his one-hitter, got the topsies instantly and landed on my foot. After the 3rd or 4th time, my Kung-Fu action grip was triggered and he had a knuckle forcefully inserted into his kidney. I make no apologies.

QuoteHey Ruckus, great time rocking with you for the last three nights.  I'm still not clear on what happened when that guy crashed into our backs on Friday night......I felt a surge from the back and then felt a body planting himself on top of me..I flinched with my right elbow showing a bit of uncharacteristic agreesion, but it got the job done....... turned around and the guy was flat on his back on the floor.  Was he surfing on top of the crowd or just running and jumping on top of people....either way, it strengthened our bond as protectors of our people/ space......we also demonstrated much chivalry to Trish and Jen(tube top).......we will rock out together again soon.

Hellz yeah it was great rockin' with you too!  Beyond the joy of the moments at the show, I'm more grateful for you and your wife's unlimited generosity and kindness.  There are not enough thanks for that.

As for that guy, he was surfing and I think the crew right behind us said "fuck this dude" and dropped him.  I know Dragonboy and Sparkle watched the shenanigans from above.  My understanding is that he was the one and only surfer, at least near us.

QuoteI forgot to mention Hot Fun in the Summertime, Tom singing .... that was deft. a highlight, made me giggle.

I completely agree with this.  My shit eating grin grew to massive levels each time Tom took the mic. ;D  Great times tubetop

Back to life, back to reality.

It's a very bittersweet feeling I'm experiencing.  I feel so lucky that I was able to experience this and join you all on this amazing journey.  Many of us were strangers to each other and it I think it is simply incredible how one thing can unite all of us together.  It really felt like we were a small family.  I don't think I've ever met a nicer group of people in my life, and I'm sad that this run is over.  I don't think there will ever be anything like this again, but I hope we can all come togther again at another point in time.

my week was fantastic

it is not so often anymore (in fact it never happens) where I get to experience a truly stress free environment which is filled with music, happiness, and fellowship.

It goes without saying that the shows were out of this world.  Never in my life, and most likely never again, will I go to 6 straight days of concerts featuring my favorite band.  That, in and of itself, makes this week amazing.  The music was really top notch, and the performances will be something I remember for quite a while.

Of course though, my experience would not have been as memorable had I not been able to share it with all the forum board peeps.  It would not have been as fun, just showing up (alone), enjoying my favorite band, and then going home.  The fact that I got to share this awesome week, with all of you, is truly what I will remember most.
I love that through the power of music, 50+ strangers, from all across the country (and the world) can come together and have a fun, rewarding, and memorable experience, which was enriched by those same strangers who they barely knew (beyond online conversations) just days before.

So to all of those folks who I met this week, and those of you who I had met before, thanks again for making this week a really special one.
I hope that the music brings us back together again at some point.


soooooooo...my week fucking rocked

I'm still collecting everything I want to say...for now: you people are the most amazing bunch of folks I have ever met. Bailey and I were so thankful to have met so many great people and it made our trip wonderful. The long report will be coming soon...glad to see everyone made it home safe!!

ack .. Where to Begin just came on the radio. can we rewind time please?!

I 100% agree with everyone's comments. It's taken me a day or so to recover from the incredible week that we got to share! Meeting so many amazing & friendly people was the icing on the cake. You guys simply fucking RAWK!

What can I say about the shows? Utterly mind blowing! I fear I may never be able to duplicate the amount of fun Christi & I had. Not to mention my panties are forever rocked off! The boys were just on fire!

Much love to all & I can only hope to meet up with you guys at future shows :)

Quotemy week was fantastic

it is not so often anymore (in fact it never happens) where I get to experience a truly stress free environment which is filled with music, happiness, and fellowship.

It goes without saying that the shows were out of this world.  Never in my life, and most likely never again, will I go to 6 straight days of concerts featuring my favorite band.  That, in and of itself, makes this week amazing.  The music was really top notch, and the performances will be something I remember for quite a while.

Of course though, my experience would not have been as memorable had I not been able to share it with all the forum board peeps.  It would not have been as fun, just showing up (alone), enjoying my favorite band, and then going home.  The fact that I got to share this awesome week, with all of you, is truly what I will remember most.
I love that through the power of music, 50+ strangers, from all across the country (and the world) can come together and have a fun, rewarding, and memorable experience, which was enriched by those same strangers who they barely knew (beyond online conversations) just days before.

So to all of those folks who I met this week, and those of you who I had met before, thanks again for making this week a really special one.
I hope that the music brings us back together again at some point.


soooooooo...my week fucking rocked

Were you in there??  ;)

I'm thinking early retirement for Bob & Me, and opening up  a My Morning Jacket commune?   Whose in?  Such a talented group of people, we could definitely make it work.

Trish, Beth and I will gladly be your first inmates.

QuoteTrish, Beth and I will gladly be your first inmates.

YES!  

QuoteI'm thinking early retirement for Bob & Me, and opening up  a My Morning Jacket commune?   Whose in?  Such a talented group of people, we could definitely make it work.

I'm in.

+1

Ok, now we just have to work out location.  I'm open to suggestions :)

i need a liver transplant.

QuoteTrish, Beth and I will gladly be your first inmates.

Count me in! I can play the bagpipes at the opening ceremonies!  :D

I miss our roll calls.  Why stop now?

COMMUNE ROLL CALL

1.) tdb
2.) 8bobbyb
3.) headhunter + beth
4.) kydiddle
5.) darkglow
6.) dodobird
7.) lil sis

where's this commune located again?

It was awesome.

Quotewhere's this commune located again?

I am totally open to suggestions.....big wide open spaces would be preferred, and I have a preference for warm climates...

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QuoteTrish, Beth and I will gladly be your first inmates.

Count me in! I can play the bagpipes at the opening ceremonies!  :D

YES!  

how about....san francisco? ha!

I have been listening to this band for almost 7 years now and they have brought me joy that very few bands have been able to replicate over my 32 years.  However, the unadulterated joy that was October 18-23, I can confidently say I've never experienced before.  The apartment, the people from all over, the city,  the music and the unbridled kindness of all created a confluence of energies that set me off on an unmatched 6 day high that was supplemented by only a few drinks and a pretzel or two. ;)

I joined this forum over 2 years ago and found myself returning to more often as time went by because I sensed there were very good people here and the sense of community it brought was real and fulfilling.  Throughout that time, I have met members here and there at shows and each person I had met only reinforced my appreciation of this forum and the people here.  

So often in the communities of the interwebs, we lack the accountability that should counterbalance the often strong opinions that we espouse.  Within this community, a large majority of the people have wanted to be held accountable by actually wanting to meet up together before and after shows, 1st to show how frickin' awesome they are, but also to back up what may otherwise be construed as somewhat hollow, insincere postings on a digital message board.  For that, you guys are the best.

I cannot remember the last time I felt so giddy for such a prolonged period of time that can only be compared to excitement of something new that I experienced during my youth, whether it be summer camp or my folks taking me overseas to stay with my families in Japan and India.  Sharing that apartment was something else guys.  The tiniest of living quarters, 75 minutes waits for the shower, paper thin walls, bedbugs, a shower so small that if you dropped your soap you had to get out to pick it up, and some many other random quirks.  BUT, all you roomies made it awesome.  That's it.  You all know who you are and thanks for making it the best 4 night hotel stay in my life.

So with all that sense of euphoria coursing through me thanks to all the great people I met at McGee's, the venue and elsewhere, the music also happened.  That is likely for another thread but needless to say, those were the best 5 concerts of my life.  My really close friend from high school who I hadn't seen in two years joined me for Z night.  He said he'll be willing to take days off to tour near the NE to Mid Atlantic whenever they come back.  Enough said.  

Thanks everyone! [smiley=beer.gif]

And I'm not proof reading this >:(

fanfreakingtastic!! Wow, just an unbelievable week of music, best 5 nights of music I've ever experienced...EVER!!  Back to work today in California and my head is floating through the clouds.  

It was really great meeting several of the forumers at McGees pub, I only made the Tuesday pre-show meetup, and everyone I met was crazy nice and a joy to chat with.  You guys seriously had the floor space completely locked down, kudos.  I need my space to maneuver and just couldn't deal with that spot, but man, you guys rocked the hell out of it.  Spent a couple of nights in the balcony (near where dragonboy had the rail spot locked down every night) and it was super fun to see the forum crew going bezerko down there. Pennylane, I'm glad you got to touch Jim's banana, I know how much you've wanted to do that for quite some time.  

I don't know what to say that hasn't already been said, the shows were just beyond my wildest imaginations.  They just destroyed NYC completely.  Highlights are too many to even list.  I don't think I can really rank the nights, loved all five them, although I do feel that the Z night was a slight lull in the band's energy level, but still completely magical.  The covers were just off the charts.  I think Head Held High might have been my favorite, but they really were all amazing.  

And the icing on the cake...the Giants winning the pennant literally within minutes of walking out of T5 Saturday night.  Talk about a perma-grin!  

And not to drag any negativity into the week, because it really was the most amazing musical experience I could have ever dreamed, I just love this band.  But...is there a worse venue anywhere than Terminal 5?  That place absolutely blows.  As we were walking out on Saturday I told my buddy....only way I'd ever come back here is if Phish opened for MMJ.  :D

What a great week.  So sad it's over!

I know it's not a commune, but I have a different idea. If they announce MMJ for the Bonnaroo lineup, I say we converge on Louisville the following weekend and celebrate.

And plan...  :D

Very fun fun time. Twas a blast chilling with all you kind folks before the show. Good times had by all I'm sure. Great group of people from great distances.
Until we meet again at a another show...

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Quotewhere's this commune located again?

I am totally open to suggestions.....big wide open spaces would be preferred, and I have a preference for warm climates...

My wife and I have considered packing up and moving to Kauai, HI (we almost didn't come back from our Honeymoon)

It's sparsely populated, has lots of natural splendor, and is overpopulated by chickens. Also, there's a guava problem that needs to be taken care of, for the vegetarians among us.

Also, it's Hawaii.

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It's sparsely populated, has lots of natural splendor, and is overpopulated by chickens. Also, there's a guava problem that needs to be taken care of, for the vegetarians among us.

Yeah, that idea might be better than SF.  Everybody who goes to Hawaii must eat a guava directly from the tree - it's the best thing ever - I've been talking about it non-stop for a decade now!

Well said Ruckus.  Right on!

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QuoteKauai, HI
It's sparsely populated, has lots of natural splendor, and is overpopulated by chickens. Also, there's a guava problem that needs to be taken care of, for the vegetarians among us.

Yeah, that idea might be better than SF.  Everybody who goes to Hawaii must eat a guava directly from the tree - it's the best thing ever - I've been talking about it non-stop for a decade now!

If we lived in the rainforest, it might feel like Okonokos every day

pretty crazy week.

was glad to get a bed in the notorious mmj forum apt and be in the picture after the show...

granted, no one knows who i am and im not an active member of this community - but hey, we all love the music!

PERFECT!

Oh boy, where to begin.
Finally had a chance to sit down and gather my thoughts.
I am eternally grateful to everyone I shared last week with, it's something I'll never forget.
I'm sad but I'm happy knowing I've made friends for life and further strengthened some other friendships (especially Mr. J Quaid). Tee hee.
Things I will never forget.


1. Buh buh buh nanas nanas
2. THE RAIL (the religious): Crispy, Yvon, Paul, Haldon, Ynwa, Lil Sis, Brooke, and couple from Harrisburg: RELENTLESS, I admire you.
3. The Dancers and Middle crew: everyone else
4. Ky and I overhearing that The Jacket are almost confirmed for Bonnaroo 2011 (10th Anniversary) from the guy who runs the InfoRoo board
5. Awesome Californians! (Chief Okonokos, TubeTop Jen, Dan, Yvon, Wizzard and Mr. Wizzard)
6. Scosby and his beautiful girlfriend Bailey (whose dad played for Bear Bryant, yet she's an Auburn fan! *Go Brooke)
7. Headhunter's enthusiasm (loved meeting your wife!)
8. Various things being passed around and shared during the shows (like rail spots, and dance moves, you know..)
9. Singing happy birthday to Jason--Mr. Steam Engine--creator of the best music site on the net (present site excluded of course)
10 Chief Okonokos's friends from the Black Crowes gang, they fit right in
11. Oh Sweet Nuthin...
12. Dragonboy and Sparkle, eating at The Soup Nazi...
13. Gillian the coat check girl who guarded my posters with her life each night
14. Simon from Germany, had to confiscate the damn flag during OBH no 2, but still..
15. Ralph (Dave) from Australian, die hard
16. Lady and Ky enjoying Brooklyn thanks to bluesky, determined to do some sightseeing, Ky showing up to EU night shaking from lack of sleep
17. Brooke ALWAYS has a smile on her face
18. Fiddle turning his friends on to MMJ
19. Ruckus canNOT stop moving, even during 'Wonderful'..
20. Meeting Reenie's man finally..
21. Crispyy getting stranded and getting to hang out sunday night in Hoboken, our first heart to heart in all these years
22. Meeting CHODE, he is alive, but he's always in the wrong spot, not by the pretzels across the street! thanks for the shirts!
23. Circuital was pretty amazing
24. knowing that I was going to see tbd and Bob every night, my new NJ family, you couldn't ask for better people
25. Soulshine Soulshine Soulshine, made the week complete by staying on my futon, sorry to get us stranded at the bus station!
26. Danz's soft sweaters and skater hair propelling him to the rail no matter when he arrived (JK, thank you for helping me with the setlists!)
27. Capt heady was the first person i met and holy shiz, boy is TALL! (and a great dude, i had fun sharing floor space)
28. Terminal 5 nine dollar drinks. F off!
29. Joe's Pub, my most favorite night of the week. MR> Johnny Quaid..finding out Bo was also from Ohio and calling Patrick clock arms to his face. hearing Carl's album and his voice twice in one week
30. meeting lp for the first time, i'm pretty sure i freaked her out
31. Mr. Johnny Yac finally appearing on sat, it was a pleasure!
32. darkglow's stories and hearing about him tipping waitresses with MMJ tix
33. BH, Ghosts, Dodo, and the other regs on here! holla.
34. mighty caporal and shepardspy trying to avoid me at all costs
35. speaking of, the shepardspy at McGees-spectacular
36. MMJ waiting to cover Prince until NovaNola arrived!

didn't get to hang much, but also to deathstick-anthony, waltfredo, joel, mickeyreds, erich, sweatboard and Mrs. S, Mcgriff,  peafunk and the MRS.PF it was great to meet you.


UNTIL NEXT TIME or (cough cough) THE ROO-JACKETFEST 2011.

AS. IF.

i would have never tipped a waitress with an MMJ ticket! blasphemy

Great post Penny!!!  :)

Sparkle & I just wanted to say thank you personally to all the amazing people we met last week.

I've been a fan for a few years now (since 2002 when AT & TF got their first official UK releases) & started lurking on the forum not too long after ISM came out, finally finding the courage to start posting on the eve of Z's release.

I've made some good friends here over the years & seeing the jacket in the US & meeting you all in person has been a dream of mine for a long time now. Needless to say say T5 was an incredible experience & finally getting to meet you all in person was very much a part of that.

Sunday came around way too fast & when it dawned (ouch!) on me that we were flying home that day, not going to McGee's to see you all & then on to a show I felt really, really sad.

So cheers again everyone for making our trip so amazing, especially Rukus for getting us the tickets (sorry we messed you about so much) Penny for organising things, our balcony buddies Wiz & AJ - two of the nicest people we've ever met! My man in Japan Darkglow & Capt 'my Traps hurt!' Heady, BH (the best stubbly kiss I've ever given!) Kevin & Stephanie, Sweatboard & his wife, Ghosts 'dodged a bullet' On TV, Todd & Christie (we didn't get to say goodbye, I don't know your user name - please PM me) Kentucky & Daniel (same, please PM me) ALady (as nice in person as she is on the forum!) Yvon (your stickers are priceless!) Soulshine, Ravi The Chief, KY, Sticky, Jeff, Eric, Ralph, Monkeyboy, Twofingers, Walterf, Danz (didn't get to say hi but you are fake Bob Dylan!) NovaLova (how tall?!) The Bear from Germany, Haldon, Joe the Fireman...

Sorry if I missed anyone/didn't get get chance to say Hi. We fucking love you guys & miss you all  :'( :'( :'(

QuoteGreat post Penny!!!  :)

Sparkle & I just wanted to say thank you personally to all the amazing people we met last week.

I've been a fan for a few years now (since 2002 when AT & TF got their first official UK releases) & started lurking on the forum not too long after ISM came out, finally finding the courage to start posting on the eve of Z's release.

I've made some good friends here over the years & seeing the jacket in the US & meeting you all in person has been a dream of mine for a long time now. Needless to say say T5 was an incredible experience & finally getting to meet you all in person was very much a part of that.

Sunday came around way too fast & when it dawned (ouch!) on me that we were flying home that day, not going to McGee's to see you all & then on to a show I felt really, really sad.

So cheers again everyone for making our trip so amazing, especially Rukus for getting us the tickets (sorry we messed you about so much) Penny for organising things, our balcony buddies Wiz & AJ - two of the nicest people we've ever met! My man in Japan Darkglow & Capt 'my Traps hurt!' Heady, BH (the best stubbly kiss I've ever given!) Kevin & Stephanie, Sweatboard & his wife, Ghosts 'dodged a bullet' On TV, Todd & Christie (we didn't get to say goodbye, I don't know your user name - please PM me) Kentucky & Daniel (same, please PM me) ALady (as nice in person as she is on the forum!) Yvon (your stickers are priceless!) Soulshine, Ravi The Chief, KY, Sticky, Jeff, Eric, Ralph, Monkeyboy, Twofingers, Walterf, Danz (didn't get to say hi but you are fake Bob Dylan!) NovaLova (how tall?!) The Bear from Germany, Haldon, Joe the Fireman...

Sorry if I missed anyone/didn't get get chance to say Hi. We fucking love you guys & miss you all  :'( :'( :'(

We didn't get to meet formally, but I enjoyed doing the group wave to you guys up in the balcony every night!  So happy you enjoyed your week in NY!   ;D

I'm still catching my mind...

A blur of awesome!  :D  :D

(I'll post more when I get home in 26 hours!!!)

Ralph You are AWESOME!

QuoteA blur of awesome!  :D  :D

(I'll post more when I get home in 26 hours!!!)

It was even more EPICAL than I expectied. i'm still gathering my thoughts but thank you everyone - it was a GOD DAMNED PLEASURE to be there with you all!!
will post more soon....

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our balcony buddies Wiz & AJ - two of the nicest people we've ever met!

Back atcha' DB!  I count hanging with you and Jen as a major highlight of the whole experience!  4 out of 5 nights with Dragonboy  :D
If you ever find yourself in Oregon, you know you have a place to stay!  And PM me your address in London, we have some CD's to send you!

QuoteRalph You are AWESOME!

QuoteA blur of awesome!  :D  :D

(I'll post more when I get home in 26 hours!!!)

Ralph, I concur, you are awesome!  Safe travels!

Didn't post my highlights yet, but hanging out with all of you is my #1. thanks for all being awesome.

QuoteA blur of awesome!  :D  :D

(I'll post more when I get home in 26 hours!!!)

Travel safe brother! It was awesome hanging out with you at McGee's! Send a PM when you get a chance as Christi wants to share contact info. We need to see a picture of Ned! ;D

I just put on 'how the gods kill' and finally admitted to myself i wish i could go back to one week ago

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19. Ruckus canNOT stop moving, even during 'Wonderful'..

Choose the right pill next time you try to roofy my drink.  I was dancing all day to football the next day thanks to you. >:(

also, i miss you guys

So yeah, pretty much what everyone else said. I loved hanging out with all of you guys, catching back up with some and meeting some for the first time. All of you are amazing and I am thankful. ALL of the shows. Hanging out with the band and Johnny  for that long and seeing for myself that they all are pretty much the nicest dudes on Earth (I met Jim in 2006, and he was just as nice). The tailgate in the middle of Manhattan.  ;D  HOW THE GODS KILL!!! Yeah, fucking awesome week. Could of did without the Murder in the diner though.

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i heard about that! did you post the story?

I had a T3 experience (the last 3 nights), and it was the coolest concert experience of my 33 years. It was a full blown MMJ musical...with all the characters one would expect in a NYC performance. Holy shit...we saw/heard Tommy sing...wow.

The best thing about my time at T5 (besides the music) were you guys; every night when I got dropped off by myself in front of the venue I knew exactly where to find everyone...center floor, from the rail to about 15' back. It was completely cool to have such a group of friends right next to me to experience this blur. The floor at T5 was an ocean during the shows, but we were always looking out for each other: I would swim out of the crowd to go get a drink and when it was time to swim back (against the current) I knew you guys would through me a line to get back to our friendly life raft that was floating in the middle.

I am also completely grateful to MMJ; I can only thank them and offer my eternal love for them and what they do. This last week has to be extremely emotional for a group of guys like MMJ; they had to go down roads (songs) that they have not been down in years. I could feel that some of these roads were smooth and easy, but also that some were rough, bumpy memories that stirred up past spirits. I am sure as we are looking back at last week and catching our breath, that the boys are doing the same. I have never felt so close to a group of musicians and their fans.

It was nice to meet so many cool people in one place for one thing...My Morning Jacket.  

And I did proof reading this >:(  ...Ruckus :P  

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i heard about that! did you post the story?

Heres a link to it....http://www.nydailynews.com/news/ny_crime/2010/10/23/2010-10-23_shootout_at_manhattan_diner_leaves_one_man_dead_as_argument_between_two_groups_g.html                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        I didnt really see much (thank god) cause when I heard the shots I was under my booth in like, half a second, but that group was about 4 booths up from ours.

QuoteI had a T3 experience (the last 3 nights), and it was the coolest concert experience of my 33 years. It was a full blown MMJ musical...with all the characters one would expect in a NYC performance. Holy shit...we saw/heard Tommy sing...wow.

The best thing about my time at T5 (besides the music) were you guys; every night when I got dropped off by myself in front of the venue I knew exactly where to find everyone...center floor, from the rail to about 15' back. It was completely cool to have such a group of friends right next to me to experience this blur. The floor at T5 was an ocean during the shows, but we were always looking out for each other: I would swim out of the crowd to go get a drink and when it was time to swim back (against the current) I knew you guys would through me a line to get back to our friendly life raft that was floating in the middle.

I am also completely grateful to MMJ; I can only thank them and offer my eternal love for them and what they do. This last week has to be extremely emotional for a group of guys like MMJ; they had to go down roads (songs) that they have not been down in years. I could feel that some of these roads were smooth and easy, but also that some were rough, bumpy memories that stirred up past spirits. I am sure as we are looking back at last week and catching our breath, that the boys are doing the same. I have never felt so close to a group of musicians and their fans.

It was nice to meet so many cool people in one place for one thing...My Morning Jacket.  

And I did proof reading this >:(  ...Ruckus :P  

Yay Ben!  So good to see you again, and looking forward to more shows in the future!  SO glad you got a setlist! ;D

I'm coming down off my high...

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i heard about that! did you post the story?

Heres a link to it....http://www.nydailynews.com/news/ny_crime/2010/10/23/2010-10-23_shootout_at_manhattan_diner_leaves_one_man_dead_as_argument_between_two_groups_g.html                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        I didnt really see much (thank god) cause when I heard the shots I was under my booth in like, half a second, but that group was about 4 booths up from ours.

Still so freaked out by this - but so glad you got outta there so quickly.  Whew....close one.  You could really spin this into a very interesting tale....witnessing a murder, and STILL going to the show the next night!  

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How'd you like that 6 hour flight home?  Mine was rough.  

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i won't be back in the bay til next week...maybe that's my problem

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i heard about that! did you post the story?

Heres a link to it....http://www.nydailynews.com/news/ny_crime/2010/10/23/2010-10-23_shootout_at_manhattan_diner_leaves_one_man_dead_as_argument_between_two_groups_g.html                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        I didnt really see much (thank god) cause when I heard the shots I was under my booth in like, half a second, but that group was about 4 booths up from ours.

That's scary as sh*t...glad you're okay.

Back in sunny Australia waiting to board my final flight to Melbourne minus my bag which is lost somewhere between here and there... my posters, vinyl and t shirts are having a little adventure somewhere. Fingers crossed they make it home (CRAP!!!)  :-[

I'm soooo tired, but still amped. I had my own little T5 retrospective on the flight and listened to everything in order. Made the time go alot faster. Brought back lots of memories as the songs played through...

QuoteBack in sunny Australia waiting to board my final flight to Melbourne minus my bag which is lost somewhere between here and there... my posters, vinyl and t shirts are having a little adventure somewhere. Fingers crossed they make it home (CRAP!!!)  :-[

I'm soooo tired, but still amped. I had my own little T5 retrospective on the flight and listened to everything in order. Made the time go alot faster. Brought back lots of memories as the songs played through...

damn airlines!  they better find your bag!!  

OK...I'm back at work and have been thinking about this past week and all I can say is WOW...The people Bailey and I met in NYC were all so nice and I don't know what we would have done without all of you. First things first though: Pennylane, I will never be able to even begin to repay you for all of your help. We were able to go see Carl and watch the EU night all thanks to you. We owe you big time!! To all the people we met, I am not even gonna try to name any names because everyone was wonderful and I don't wanna leave anyone out. I feel even closer to you great people on here now and I can't wait for more jacket events in the future and the opportunity to become closer to a lot of you. If what everyone is saying is true, it looks like our boys are gonna be at the Roo next year and we will definitely have T5 part 2!!  If any of you are ever in the Alabama area feel free to let us know and we will get together!! Take it easy!!

QuoteOK...I'm back at work and have been thinking about this past week and all I can say is WOW...The people Bailey and I met in NYC were all so nice and I don't know what we would have done without all of you. First things first though: Pennylane, I will never be able to even begin to repay you for all of your help. We were able to go see Carl and watch the EU night all thanks to you. We owe you big time!! To all the people we met, I am not even gonna try to name any names because everyone was wonderful and I don't wanna leave anyone out. I feel even closer to you great people on here now and I can't wait for more jacket events in the future and the opportunity to become closer to a lot of you. If what everyone is saying is true, it looks like our boys are gonna be at the Roo next year and we will definitely have T5 part 2!!  If any of you are ever in the Alabama area feel free to let us know and we will get together!! Take it easy!!

i WILL find you in AL and see you at the Roo!
take care, Seth and Bailey...so cute i want to slap you both... ;) :)

i miss everyone

Quotei miss everyone

Aw, I miss you too Haldon!  ;)

This is Paul, by the way. Just wanted to pop in here and say that I'm really glad I decided to make the trip out for these shows. What a week! So nice to meet so many of you, both again and for the first time. Thanks to all the true hardcores for making an interloper like myself feel welcome...

'Till the next time, cheers! (I think this forum needs a wider range of emoticons, though. :))

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QuoteOK...I'm back at work and have been thinking about this past week and all I can say is WOW...The people Bailey and I met in NYC were all so nice and I don't know what we would have done without all of you. First things first though: Pennylane, I will never be able to even begin to repay you for all of your help. We were able to go see Carl and watch the EU night all thanks to you. We owe you big time!! To all the people we met, I am not even gonna try to name any names because everyone was wonderful and I don't wanna leave anyone out. I feel even closer to you great people on here now and I can't wait for more jacket events in the future and the opportunity to become closer to a lot of you. If what everyone is saying is true, it looks like our boys are gonna be at the Roo next year and we will definitely have T5 part 2!!  If any of you are ever in the Alabama area feel free to let us know and we will get together!! Take it easy!!

i WILL find you in AL and see you at the Roo!
take care, Seth and Bailey...so cute i want to slap you both... ;) :)

yea for alabama people, my home !!!!!! i was super stoked to meet you both  :)

i am gearing up for another gathering like we had last week ... phish in atlantic city with 100's of friends that i originally met from forums too. it is gonna be great but i am really gonna be missing the past week we all shared and all meeting eachother (alot for the first time), it was magical and i so loved finally finding other folks that are as dorky about MMj as i am  :-* i will definitely be bragging on this forum!!!

I miss everyone, too.

Group hug.

overall it was a waste of money and vacation time.

Quoteoverall it was a waste of money and vacation time.

Completely agree. The best waste of money and vacation time EVER.

Quotei miss everyone

ALady and I miss that sweater of yours.  ;)

Another random Ky story from the week. According to darkglow, I have "old lady milling around syndrome" because I woke up early before everyone else and would walk around the apartment in the dark. Whatever. I had things scattered everywhere...I am not an old lady!  :P

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Quoteoverall it was a waste of money and vacation time.

Completely agree. The best waste of money and vacation time EVER.

Ya know how they have those "themed" cruises?  Star Trek Cruises, Chocoholic Cruises, Ballroom Dancing Cruises, Nude (!!) Cruises, Antiques cruises,  Harley Davidson cruises??  

Could we perhaps have a Jacket Cruise?    Ahh...a girl can dream...

Quoteoverall it was a waste of money and vacation time.

hacksaw=one of these guys

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Quoteoverall it was a waste of money and vacation time.

Completely agree. The best waste of money and vacation time EVER.

Chris and Haldon...I miss knowing that you guys are always going to be in the front of whatever line I am in...it gave me a real sense of security

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ALady and I miss that sweater of yours.  ;)

Another random Ky story from the week. According to darkglow, I have "old lady milling around syndrome" because I woke up early before everyone else and would walk around the apartment in the dark. Whatever. I had things scattered everywhere...I am not an old lady!  :P

You know how many times I had to hear..."Goddamn that Haldon can wear the hell out of that sweater!" ;D

And yes Ky, the only thing missing was a old school vacuum in your hand ;D ;)

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Completely agree. The best waste of money and vacation time EVER.

Chris and Haldon...I miss knowing that you guys are always going to be in the front of whatever line I am in...it gave me a real sense of security

It was good ta rock with ya for ISM Scos!  Good Times

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Quoteoverall it was a waste of money and vacation time.

Completely agree. The best waste of money and vacation time EVER.

Couldn't have said it any better!! ;)

Rob, I'm gonna be needing another horn off of that bourbon...or should I say water bourbon by the second time it came around

QuoteRob, I'm gonna be needing another horn off of that bourbon...or should I say water bourbon by the second time it came around

I have no idea what you are talking about ;)

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Quotei miss everyone

ALady and I miss that sweater of yours.  ;)

Another random Ky story from the week. According to darkglow, I have "old lady milling around syndrome" because I woke up early before everyone else and would walk around the apartment in the dark. Whatever. I had things scattered everywhere...I am not an old lady!  :P

You know how many times I had to hear..."Goddamn that Haldon can wear the hell out of that sweater!" ;D

And yes Ky, the only thing missing was a old school vacuum in your hand ;D ;)

You heard that through the walls in the early morning didn't you?  :D

That was the only time I misbehaved all week long.

I swear.

 :-?

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Completely agree. The best waste of money and vacation time EVER.

Chris and Haldon...I miss knowing that you guys are always going to be in the front of whatever line I am in...it gave me a real sense of security

It was good ta rock with ya for ISM Scos!  Good Times

You too my good man...we rocked out for EU too but ya know now that I think about it you really never did stop moving. p.s. next time i see you i expect the frog toboggan (haha) to be in tow

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Completely agree. The best waste of money and vacation time EVER.

Chris and Haldon...I miss knowing that you guys are always going to be in the front of whatever line I am in...it gave me a real sense of security

It was good ta rock with ya for ISM Scos!  Good Times

You too my good man...we rocked out for EU too but ya know now that I think about it you really never did stop moving. p.s. next time i see you i expect the frog toboggan (haha) to be in tow

Where are you from!? I have met only a handful of people in my life who refer to it as a toboggan!!!  ;D

hahaha...alabama...we had a nice discussion about the term toboggan before the ISM curtain dropped

Quotehahaha...alabama...we had a nice discussion about the term toboggan before the ISM curtain dropped

Damn. I should have been there! I was born in WV and the first time I came to school in PA, I called my hat a toboggan and was made fun of relentlessly.

I just spoke with my mom this morning, she's 81 by the way and a music lover. I was telling her about the shows last week, seeing all the old friends and meeting such great new ones, my brother John being able to join me on Saturday and then the two of us meeting Jim and his parents pre show. This is how she replied:

"Well now you can go to heaven"
:)

QuoteI just spoke with my mom this morning, she's 81 by the way and a music lover. I was telling her about the shows last week, seeing all the old friends and meeting such great new ones, my brother John being able to join me on Saturday and then the two of us meeting Jim and his parents pre show. This is how she replied:

"Well now you can go to heaven"
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Priceless!!

Your mom's quote just about sums up my week, and I'd be going there very, very, happy indeed, with a big ole grin on my face!!

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Quotehahaha...alabama...we had a nice discussion about the term toboggan before the ISM curtain dropped

Damn. I should have been there! I was born in WV and the first time I came to school in PA, I called my hat a toboggan and was made fun of relentlessly.

ha .. i say toboggan too. but i'm also originally from 'bama  ;) people in nyc always look @ my cross-eyed when i say it as they are thinking of a sled  ;D

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Quotehahaha...alabama...we had a nice discussion about the term toboggan before the ISM curtain dropped

Damn. I should have been there! I was born in WV and the first time I came to school in PA, I called my hat a toboggan and was made fun of relentlessly.

ha .. i say toboggan too. but i'm also originally from 'bama  ;) people in nyc always look @ my cross-eyed when i say it as they are thinking of a sled  ;D

Exactly!!

bluesky I am beginning to think your whole family is adorable.

QuoteI just spoke with my mom this morning, she's 81 by the way and a music lover. I was telling her about the shows last week, seeing all the old friends and meeting such great new ones, my brother John being able to join me on Saturday and then the two of us meeting Jim and his parents pre show. This is how she replied:

"Well now you can go to heaven"
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That is great! I remember saying several times during the week that I could go ahead and die when it was over.

shall we have a mass suicide? ahahahahahaha

all this talk of toboggans is reminding me of tuques

Danz my dear,
His name is Jim James, not Jim Jones.    :)

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all this talk of toboggans is reminding me of tuques

Quote"Well now you can go to heaven"
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QuoteDanz my dear,
His name is Jim James, not Jim Jones.    :)

;D ;D this whole month my mom keeps saying, so who is it again your going to see all these times?! and i'm like JIM JAMES mom, JIM JAMES. and she says .. "wasn't he that guy that ....." and i cut her off - no mom, no he's not  ;D we've had this convo a few times now, haha.

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QuoteDanz my dear,
His name is Jim James, not Jim Jones.    :)

;D ;D this whole month my mom keeps saying, so who is it again your going to see all these times?! and i'm like JIM JAMES mom, JIM JAMES. and she says .. "wasn't he that guy that ....." and i cut her off - no mom, no he's not  ;D we've had this convo a few times now, haha.

that's too funny...but you know Jim James could be our Jim Jones...except instead of doing a mass suicide it would be a mass face melting...

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QuoteDanz my dear,
His name is Jim James, not Jim Jones.    :)

;D ;D this whole month my mom keeps saying, so who is it again your going to see all these times?! and i'm like JIM JAMES mom, JIM JAMES. and she says .. "wasn't he that guy that ....." and i cut her off - no mom, no he's not  ;D we've had this convo a few times now, haha.

that's too funny...but you know Jim James could be our Jim Jones...except instead of doing a mass suicide it would be a mass face melting...

I'll drink that Kool-Aid!

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QuoteDanz my dear,
His name is Jim James, not Jim Jones.    :)

;D ;D this whole month my mom keeps saying, so who is it again your going to see all these times?! and i'm like JIM JAMES mom, JIM JAMES. and she says .. "wasn't he that guy that ....." and i cut her off - no mom, no he's not  ;D we've had this convo a few times now, haha.

that's too funny...but you know Jim James could be our Jim Jones...except instead of doing a mass suicide it would be a mass face melting...

I'll drink that Kool-Aid!

And I'd like it real good........

QuoteGreat post Penny!!!  :)

Sparkle & I just wanted to say thank you personally to all the amazing people we met last week.

I've been a fan for a few years now (since 2002 when AT & TF got their first official UK releases) & started lurking on the forum not too long after ISM came out, finally finding the courage to start posting on the eve of Z's release.

I've made some good friends here over the years & seeing the jacket in the US & meeting you all in person has been a dream of mine for a long time now. Needless to say say T5 was an incredible experience & finally getting to meet you all in person was very much a part of that.

Sunday came around way too fast & when it dawned (ouch!) on me that we were flying home that day, not going to McGee's to see you all & then on to a show I felt really, really sad.

So cheers again everyone for making our trip so amazing, especially Rukus for getting us the tickets (sorry we messed you about so much) Penny for organising things, our balcony buddies Wiz & AJ - two of the nicest people we've ever met! My man in Japan Darkglow & Capt 'my Traps hurt!' Heady, BH (the best stubbly kiss I've ever given!) Kevin & Stephanie, Sweatboard & his wife, Ghosts 'dodged a bullet' On TV, Todd & Christie (we didn't get to say goodbye, I don't know your user name - please PM me) Kentucky & Daniel (same, please PM me) ALady (as nice in person as she is on the forum!) Yvon (your stickers are priceless!) Soulshine, Ravi The Chief, KY, Sticky, Jeff, Eric, Ralph, Monkeyboy, Twofingers, Walterf, Danz (didn't get to say hi but you are fake Bob Dylan!) NovaLova (how tall?!) The Bear from Germany, Haldon, Joe the Fireman...

Sorry if I missed anyone/didn't get get chance to say Hi. We fucking love you guys & miss you all  :'( :'( :'(

Pleasure meeting you too. Thanks for letting my short friend  ;D Tommy "squeeze" next to you on the rail Thursday night, joining Wiz, AJ & Jane. I had such a wonderful evening & a great view! Glad we were able to meet up again Saturday night also. Joe the fireman :).

I'm way late to the party here but I'd like to say thanks to everyone that was in NYC for these shows. MMJ are only part of the reason the week was so special. All of you guys really left an impression on me that will last forever. The MMJ Forum Members (maybe "MMJ Forum Family" is more appropriate) and the MMJ fan base in general is comprised of many truly remarkable human beings. Thanks for the week of a lifetime.

And thank you all for the birthday wishes. It was awesome and easily the best birthday I've ever had.

Back at home base with my bag that arrived yesterday! Pretty much everything i wanted to express has already been said, but just wanted to leave a quick shout out.

To everyone I spoke shit with, hung out with, laughed with, ate pretzels with, got teary with and rocked my fucking panties off with during the week I want to thank you all so much for making me feel so welcome. It is you guys that have made the lasting impression on me when I think about the week that was T5.  You turned what was always going to be a big week into a life affirming week and its something I will never forget. I feel blessed to have been a part of it.

Just also want to quickly mention 'The 10th Ave 10'.  You guys are UN-FUCKING-BELIEVABLE!  I'm not sure how you did what you did in the space you did it in, but dudes, that was fucking impressive!

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!

Oh, and thanks MMJ, you were alright!  8-)

Cheers - Dave

QuoteBack at home base with my bag that arrived yesterday! Pretty much everything i wanted to express has already been said, but just wanted to leave a quick shout out.

To everyone I spoke shit with, hung out with, laughed with, ate pretzels with, got teary with and rocked my fucking panties off with during the week I want to thank you all so much for making me feel so welcome. It is you guys that have made the lasting impression on me when I think about the week that was T5.  You turned what was always going to be a big week into a life affirming week and its something I will never forget. I feel blessed to have been a part of it.

Just also want to quickly mention 'The 10th Ave 10'.  You guys are UN-FUCKING-BELIEVABLE!  I'm not sure how you did what you did in the space you did it in, but dudes, that was fucking impressive!

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!

Oh, and thanks MMJ, you were alright!  8-)

Cheers - Dave

So glad you are home safe and well Dave.  Hope the rest of your trip was grand.  We shall meet again I'm sure.  Thanks for the sweet potato fries! ;D

QuoteBack at home base with my bag that arrived yesterday! Pretty much everything i wanted to express has already been said, but just wanted to leave a quick shout out.

To everyone I spoke shit with, hung out with, laughed with, ate pretzels with, got teary with and rocked my fucking panties off with during the week I want to thank you all so much for making me feel so welcome. It is you guys that have made the lasting impression on me when I think about the week that was T5.  You turned what was always going to be a big week into a life affirming week and its something I will never forget. I feel blessed to have been a part of it.

Just also want to quickly mention 'The 10th Ave 10'.  You guys are UN-FUCKING-BELIEVABLE!  [highlight]I'm not sure how you did what you did in the space you did it in, but dudes, that was fucking impressive![/highlight]
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!

Oh, and thanks MMJ, you were alright!  8-)

Cheers - Dave

That's too funny... ;D and I don't even know what your talking about...

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QuoteBack at home base with my bag that arrived yesterday! Pretty much everything i wanted to express has already been said, but just wanted to leave a quick shout out.

To everyone I spoke shit with, hung out with, laughed with, ate pretzels with, got teary with and rocked my fucking panties off with during the week I want to thank you all so much for making me feel so welcome. It is you guys that have made the lasting impression on me when I think about the week that was T5.  You turned what was always going to be a big week into a life affirming week and its something I will never forget. I feel blessed to have been a part of it.

Just also want to quickly mention 'The 10th Ave 10'.  You guys are UN-FUCKING-BELIEVABLE!  [highlight]I'm not sure how you did what you did in the space you did it in, but dudes, that was fucking impressive![/highlight]
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!

Oh, and thanks MMJ, you were alright!  8-)

Cheers - Dave

That's too funny... ;D and I don't even know what your talking about...

Small space, lots of people, yet we managed to get along and make the most of it. :)

Dave, you're my favorite Aussie! Talking/hanging out with you was a treat. I hope the lady loved all of the shopping you did for her. Hope California was a blast. Are you on the facebook? PM me. Keep in touch, you're a delight and I hope to run into you at another show -- either this half of the equator or the other.  ;)

QuoteBack at home base with my bag that arrived yesterday! Pretty much everything i wanted to express has already been said, but just wanted to leave a quick shout out.

To everyone I spoke shit with, hung out with, laughed with, ate pretzels with, got teary with and rocked my fucking panties off with during the week I want to thank you all so much for making me feel so welcome. It is you guys that have made the lasting impression on me when I think about the week that was T5.  You turned what was always going to be a big week into a life affirming week and its something I will never forget. I feel blessed to have been a part of it.

Just also want to quickly mention 'The 10th Ave 10'.  You guys are UN-FUCKING-BELIEVABLE!  I'm not sure how you did what you did in the space you did it in, but dudes, that was fucking impressive!

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!

Oh, and thanks MMJ, you were alright!  8-)

Cheers - Dave

Dive! Yet another of the tremendous peeps that made last week so great. Munching pretzels while taking in you and Jason going on about Neil Young completism...mind-boggling!

Cheers mate, and hope to see you again soon!

Can I just say what a cherry-on-top kind of treat it was to meet up with ralph (and Bill) at Bridge School on Sunday?  It felt like seeing old friends   :)

Couple of good eggs there.

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ALady and I miss that sweater of yours.  ;)

Another random Ky story from the week. According to darkglow, I have "old lady milling around syndrome" because I woke up early before everyone else and would walk around the apartment in the dark. Whatever. I had things scattered everywhere...I am not an old lady!  :P

;D  just remind him that b/c of his just moving stateside he was the first one up most mornings.  and he was cue-ing up the best of "drunk history" for us all!

Quoteoverall it was a waste of money and vacation time.

TO HACKSAW!  [smiley=beer.gif]

Man, I could use these bootlegs like...yesterday.

Just ran into Simon the German at a party in my hood

Nuh uh! ;D

I'm just going to describe some of my highlights of the trip.. it was too overwhelming to get it all!!

It was a god damned pleasure to share the week with you all!

It's funny because my flight back was at terminal 5 of JFK too!


I got punched in the nose after By my Car but it was so insane that I
forgot all about the pain by the end of the show!

Seeing Johnny Quaid come out for Twilight and just how devastatingly
awesome it was. Then later, War Begun's epicness.  I will Be there when you die, simply beautiful as was I think i'm going to Hell.
The encore was nuts, all of it.. so many surprises like Tyrone and Hot
Legs!!

It was awesome during the 2nd show celebrating and going nuts with B.H. like we were good friends but we had only met for the first time that day!  Just because I do was brilliant as was Smashes down with Jim on Banjo!
Strangulation!  nuts!  Celebratory encore with O, we went nuts for it!  Miss you>Cobra>Black Sabbath was one of the best musical parts of the week!

Hard to say which night was my favorite but It Still Moves took the cake, too many epic moments.  I was shocked to hear Tonight I'll be Staying Here with You, How Could I know and Sooner but It Makes No Difference nearly killed me, it was so amazing with the horns!!!  It is the song i wanted to hear the most and it was completely brilliant! There are no words...
I loved when Jim talked about the horn section like they were machines.

I still remember Carl's sick guitar tones during Hit it and Quit it, he is
at another level! Chills played with Jim's 12 string and Carl's awesome slide guitar!!  don dante, with the MEGAJAM! WOW!  Where to Begin was sublime, so sweet!  Drumming was insane this night especially during a Quick One! Seeing Pat holding two bananas like guns before the others brought them out, and I was wondering what the hell was going on!!

Remnants was a head banger, so nice to hear that one finally!
Jim's solo on Oh Sweet Nothin' was Killer! one of his best!
It was so cool to hear some of the new songs on the last night.
Jim's leg kicks after floor diving at the end of One Big Holiday really
summed it up!

Meeting Jim randomly on the street with Johnny and Tommy was quite a highlight.. totally random as we were going to get Pizza before the show at Angelo's.

Closing down McGee's with Scotty, Lori and Tim and listening to incredible stories from the German.  All I gotta say is that there must be something in the water over there!!

Meeting most of the band at Joe's Pub was another amazing highlight.. we packed the place and the show was wonderful.  Seeing the tailgate party outside was trippy!

Can't wait to do it again!!!  AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!

Just in from VooDoo...my T5 was a T2 and I was and am still really grateful that I was able to attend at all.  Capping things off here -- a five minute bike ride from my apartment -- I'm smiling so big still that my face really is starting to hurt.  I took some photos and a video (which used up that last of my memory) and I really couldn't be any happier to wind up my mini-Jacket adventure tonight.

Highlights:

All the very wonderful forum folks whose names I will probably never get right.

Penny of course =)  What a wonderful ringleader.  See ya back here for Jazz Fest!

ALady and Kenny76, my NYE buddies!  Great to see y'all again!

Danz...really enjoyed talking beer with ya after night 4!  Hope our paths cross again soon!

Scotty!  My Steelers brother... Great to meet you and yes, that EU record stunk!  ;)

And everyone else...there wasn't a single soul that I spoke with who wasn't absolutely genuine, including:

The German -- I did not get your name but I'm glad that I did not come home with your poster. :)

And the very lovely couple from England (I think) they're next to me in the forum photo.  Wish that I had met you both sooner!!  Next time!

VooDoo Fest just wrapped and I literally put my bike away 3 minutes ago.  If I did not have some stuff to do at work tomorrow, I'd still be out there...Man, sometimes things are so good that there just isn't anything better.

This feeling...it is wonderful.

it needs to be said more than once, possibly on repeat



This feeling...it is wonderful.

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turns out he had is a friend of a friend and had stayed two blocks away from my old place for a few months a couple of summers back...

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I was listening to Okonokos on the car ride home from work today; and I wish I could go back in time and experience that week once more.  Every time I listen to them, it just wonder how a band could be as good as they are, and each time I see them, I wonder how they keep bringing it every time I see them.  They seriously are the best band in the world right now, and they have the best fans in the world... It was awesome seeing Penny, Tdb, Bob, ynwa, lil sis, brooke, bluesky, soulshine, kydiddle, alady, headhunter, dodobird, and deathstick again, and meeting Steam Engine, Ruckus, ChiefOKONO, Capt. Headdy, woodnymph, Danz, Crispy, Ralph/Dave and whoever I forgot, it was just a wonderful week, full of great music, and great people.

QuoteI was listening to Okonokos on the car ride home from work today; and I wish I could go back in time and experience that week once more.  Every time I listen to them, it just wonder how a band could be as good as they are, and each time I see them, I wonder how they keep bringing it every time I see them.  They seriously are the best band in the world right now, and they have the best fans in the world... It was awesome seeing Penny, Tdb, Bob, ynwa, lil sis, brooke, bluesky, soulshine, kydiddle, alady, headhunter, dodobird, and deathstick again, and meeting Steam Engine, Ruckus, ChiefOKONO, Capt. Headdy, woodnymph, Danz, Crispy, Ralph/Dave and whoever I forgot, it was just a wonderful week, full of great music, and great people.

ditto & amen to all of that  :) i just got back from atlantic city today .. 3 days of phish. super great time but it made me have that "go back in time" feeling too. so just to reiterate ... T5 was a GREAT time with GREAT people and a GREAT band  8-)

boo for the post tour blues. reality kinda sucks...  :-/

Quoteboo for the post tour blues. reality kinda sucks...  :-/

ditto

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ditto

but aren't you excited for the next tour...you know it's coming...
and even better, [size=24]A NEW ALBUM[/size]  :D :D ;D :'( :-[ :P

Quoteboo for the post tour blues. reality kinda sucks...  :-/

Same here.

Whenever a bit of the post tour blues sets in,I just think of one of the endless great moments I had with everyone this past year, especially T5, and I find myself with this big ol' smile on my face.  :)  I know those memories will be with me forever,and carry me till we can all do it again. 8-)


That said....c'mon Summer Tour!!!  ;)

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ok, ok optimist :)  

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but aren't you excited for the next tour...you know it's coming...
and even better, [size=24]A NEW ALBUM[/size]  :D :D ;D :'( :-[ :P

ok, ok optimist :)  

yes...my glass is always full or overflowing...

Hey,did your other post (about the drought) get removed? :-?

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but aren't you excited for the next tour...you know it's coming...
and even better, [size=24]A NEW ALBUM[/size]  :D :D ;D :'( :-[ :P

ok, ok optimist :)  

yes...my glass is always full or overflowing...

Hey,did your other post (about the drought) get removed? :-?

Yes, i requested that it be removed.....after i posted it, i had second thoughts....i was in a weird post t5/monday morning/coming down with a cold funk, and i didn't want to start unsubstantiated panic :)

I, too, am usually a glass half-full kinda gal, and will be back to my effervescent, hopeful self soon!

I'm just a little sad (stupid I know, after what we just witnessed) that it could be years until I get a chance to revel again in the joy that is MMJ live, its addictive as you all know and I want more, more, more!  You'd guess that Europe would be the logical international tour destination next time around and I'd say we're not high up on the list as they were here not too long ago.

But a major 2011 Australian Easter Blues & Roots festival line up is being announced tomorrow and I'm dreaming that MMJ are announced. Now that would probably cause panties to be rocked off without a single note being played...

will get our mojo working for an announcement for you dave!

just remebered this from night one:  during Dugnen's set.  they'd just finished a song.  from behind me i hear chiefcrow, "Sick!" turn to see him with a huge smile on his face.
;D

no mmj (yet, still a few more announcements to come in the next few weeks), oh well...  Some new kid on the block named Bob Dylan is headlining...

Quoteno mmj (yet, still a few more announcements to come in the next few weeks), oh well...  Some new kid on the block named Bob Dylan is headlining...

not bad ralph, not bad at all ;D

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Re: How was your week?
Reply #134 - Oct 30th, 2010, 1:30am   Just ran into Simon the German at a party in my hood

Simon was all over the place with his signed Berlin flag.  Next to Patrick's signature he stated "please do not use this as toilet paper"  that was pretty funny.  One thing that Simon said to me that really stuck with me was that "some people have religion, and I have My Morning Jacket!"  Overall had a great time listening & rocking to all the songs they played, but that was only topped by the energy and connections made there with the fans!  

does anyone have a time machine so i can relive this week and get to hang out with all the amazing people i met?

has anyone else been listening to "ash wednesday" by elvis perkins alot? sooooo goood!

i hope everyone is doing great. xoxox.

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our balcony buddies Wiz & AJ - two of the nicest people we've ever met!

Back atcha' DB!  I count hanging with you and Jen as a major highlight of the whole experience!  4 out of 5 nights with Dragonboy  :D
If you ever find yourself in Oregon, you know you have a place to stay!  And PM me your address in London, we have some CD's to send you!

Wiz & AJ, I could be wrong but I believe I squeezed into your table on the rail upstairs at the It Still Moves show in NY. Had a great time meeting Andrew, Jen & the 2 of you. Thanks for sharing the space & enlightening me with the encores 8-).