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Title: M. Ward
Post by: walterfredo on Apr 01, 2011, 02:48 PM
couldn't find the old thread, maybe we lost it.

I just saw a Subaru commercial last night with M. Ward's 'Her Comes the Sun Again'.  I had never seen it before, perhaps it's new.

Are we going to get some new M. Ward dates soon or what?

Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: wolof7 on Apr 01, 2011, 02:59 PM
WE got the Newport Folk Fest w/ special guests....unsure what that may mean but he is definitely due for a new album/tour.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: the_wizzard on Apr 01, 2011, 03:09 PM
Quote from: walterfredo on Apr 01, 2011, 02:48 PM

Are we going to get some new M. Ward dates soon or what?
We are in Portland  :D

3 nights, 5/3-5/5 at the Crystal Ballroom to celebrate the opening of McMenamins Crystal Hotel.  God I love living in Portland.....
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: vespachick on Apr 01, 2011, 03:44 PM
Quote from: T5 wizzard on Apr 01, 2011, 03:09 PM
Quote from: walterfredo on Apr 01, 2011, 02:48 PM

Are we going to get some new M. Ward dates soon or what?
We are in Portland  :D

3 nights, 5/3-5/5 at the Crystal Ballroom to celebrate the opening of McMenamins Crystal Hotel.  God I love living in Portland.....

Holy Shit Liz, did you notice that night 3 also has Doug Martsch on the bill (Built to Spill)!! :D
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: bold992006 on Apr 01, 2011, 04:09 PM
Can't wait to see him at Newport...hoping for a Boston date around then too.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Apr 01, 2011, 04:37 PM
Quote from: T5 wizzard on Apr 01, 2011, 03:09 PM
Quote from: walterfredo on Apr 01, 2011, 02:48 PM

Are we going to get some new M. Ward dates soon or what?
We are in Portland  :D

3 nights, 5/3-5/5 at the Crystal Ballroom to celebrate the opening of McMenamins Crystal Hotel.  God I love living in Portland.....

(http://www.shopretroactive.com/img/p/2502-2659-large.jpg)

(Jealousy is an ugly thing.  ;))
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: the_wizzard on Apr 02, 2011, 02:13 AM
Sorry BH...but you know the drill.  M.Ward lives in Portland and is most likely a home body like many of us here.  When you live in Portland, it is easy to stick close to home.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Apr 02, 2011, 11:19 PM
I've seen him now with She and Him and MOF but I NEED to see an M solo show.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Apr 02, 2011, 11:29 PM
Agreed that M. Ward solo is a must see.  That's what probably clinched my decision to plan on Newport Folk Fest again this year. 
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: bold99 on Apr 03, 2011, 10:24 AM
Quote from: BH on Apr 02, 2011, 11:19 PM
I've seen him now with She and Him and MOF but I NEED to see an M solo show.

as much as I like MOF there is nothing like an M. Ward solo show. 
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: brkndwnbus on Apr 03, 2011, 12:19 PM
I'm getting to see M. Ward open for Bright Eyes at Wolf Trap in June. I scored second-row seats in the pre-sale. The last M. Ward show I saw was in D.C. in Feb. '09 I believe.

The first time I saw M. Ward was during the original MOF tour back in '04 at Club Laga in Pittsburgh.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: TGMC421 on Apr 04, 2011, 08:52 PM
Quote from: wolof7 on Apr 01, 2011, 02:59 PM
WE got the Newport Folk Fest w/ special guests....unsure what that may mean but he is definitely due for a new album/tour.

Most definitely.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: the_wizzard on May 04, 2011, 04:47 PM
Awesome show last night!  The Crystal Ballroom was not even half full (that will happen on a 3 day run, Tuesday-Thursday), which made for plenty of dancing room.  He threw down some of my favs (Helicopter!  Chinese Translation! Sad, Sad Song!).  And his covers had me twisting, no freaking joke (may have been influenced by me wearing my saddle shoes  ;)). 

Check out the setlist here:
http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/m-ward/2011/mcmenamins-crystal-ballroom-portland-or-63d3fecb.html (http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/m-ward/2011/mcmenamins-crystal-ballroom-portland-or-63d3fecb.html)

Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: vespachick on May 04, 2011, 05:14 PM
Quote from: T5 wizzard on May 04, 2011, 04:47 PM
Awesome show last night!  The Crystal Ballroom was not even half full (that will happen on a 3 day run, Tuesday-Thursday), which made for plenty of dancing room.  He threw down some of my favs (Helicopter!  Chinese Translation! Sad, Sad Song!).  And his covers had me twisting, no freaking joke (may have been influenced by me wearing my saddle shoes  ;)). 
I wondered if you'd gone!  Are you going to all three shows?  I'm going tomorrow night #3.  With Baby MMJ in tow.  I hope she let's me stay for a while - we haven't had much practice yet (at all) with the ear muff thingies.  I really want to stay late to hear Doug Martsch's dj set but I think that's probably wishful thinking..
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: mahg33ta on May 04, 2011, 05:15 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on May 04, 2011, 04:56 PM
Quote from: T5 wizzard on May 04, 2011, 04:47 PM
Awesome show last night!  The Crystal Ballroom was not even half full (that will happen on a 3 day run, Tuesday-Thursday), which made for plenty of dancing room.  He threw down some of my favs (Helicopter!  Chinese Translation! Sad, Sad Song!).  And his covers had me twisting, no freaking joke (may have been influenced by me wearing my saddle shoes  ;)). 

Check out the setlist here:
http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/m-ward/2011/mcmenamins-crystal-ballroom-portland-or-63d3fecb.html (http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/m-ward/2011/mcmenamins-crystal-ballroom-portland-or-63d3fecb.html)





Wow that's a great setlist.   I wonder how much he's going to mix up the songs each night.  If he does, I'd bet right now this one would be my favorite  (the 3 favs you list are also mine!)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: wolof7 on May 04, 2011, 06:00 PM
Right in the Head
Poison Cup
Fisher of Men
:thumbsup:
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: walterfredo on May 04, 2011, 06:15 PM
that setlist looks awesome!

M. Ward is opening for alison krauss union station at the Berkeley Greek the day after the Oakland Fox MMJ show.  We're thinking about going. 
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: kotchishm on May 05, 2011, 08:41 AM
He's apparently working on a new solo album again (finally) and is planning to add more solo dates (just him and a guitar) in the near future!

http://pitchfork.com/news/42403-m-ward-going-solo-once-again/ (http://pitchfork.com/news/42403-m-ward-going-solo-once-again/)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on May 05, 2011, 09:46 AM

amazing setlist wiz!

Quote from: kotchishm on May 05, 2011, 08:41 AM
He's apparently working on a new solo album again (finally) and is planning to add more solo dates (just him and a guitar) in the near future!

http://pitchfork.com/news/42403-m-ward-going-solo-once-again/ (http://pitchfork.com/news/42403-m-ward-going-solo-once-again/)

Sweet!  Please please please have St. Louis, or KC or Memphis or Louisville or Nashville on the list.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: the_wizzard on May 05, 2011, 11:32 AM
It was a great set list, feel very blessed (once again) to live in Portland.

Here is the poster for the event:
http://voodoocatbox.com/m_posters/mwardcrystalhotel_lgimage.html (http://voodoocatbox.com/m_posters/mwardcrystalhotel_lgimage.html)

I hope he doesn't take too much time working on the new album.  The pitchfork article makes it seem like he is taking his time....
Must be enjoying the new kitchen my friend designed for him and his lady  ;)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on May 05, 2011, 03:35 PM
Quote from: T5 wizzard on May 05, 2011, 11:32 AM
It was a great set list, feel very blessed (once again) to live in Portland.

Here is the poster for the event:
http://voodoocatbox.com/m_posters/mwardcrystalhotel_lgimage.html (http://voodoocatbox.com/m_posters/mwardcrystalhotel_lgimage.html)

I hope he doesn't take too much time working on the new album.  The pitchfork article makes it seem like he is taking his time....
Must be enjoying the new kitchen my friend designed for him and his lady  ;)

Nice!   Did it have a built in Creme Brulee torch?

Is his lady friend anyone famous?   Or just the luckiest gal west of the Mississippi?
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: the_wizzard on May 05, 2011, 08:01 PM
Quote from: BH on May 05, 2011, 03:35 PM
Quote from: T5 wizzard on May 05, 2011, 11:32 AM
It was a great set list, feel very blessed (once again) to live in Portland.

Here is the poster for the event:
http://voodoocatbox.com/m_posters/mwardcrystalhotel_lgimage.html (http://voodoocatbox.com/m_posters/mwardcrystalhotel_lgimage.html)

I hope he doesn't take too much time working on the new album.  The pitchfork article makes it seem like he is taking his time....
Must be enjoying the new kitchen my friend designed for him and his lady  ;)

Nice!   Did it have a built in Creme Brulee torch?

Is his lady friend anyone famous?   Or just the luckiest gal west of the Mississippi?
I think she is just a regular gal.  My friend mainly worked with her and said she was super nice.  She had a few interactions with him, but mainly felt like she kept putting her foot in her mouth....
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: mahg33ta on May 05, 2011, 08:42 PM
I went looking for the night 2 setlist but couldn't.   If anyone finds it, I'm curious....
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: the_wizzard on May 05, 2011, 10:10 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on May 05, 2011, 08:42 PM
I went looking for the night 2 setlist but couldn't.   If anyone finds it, I'm curious....
I personally don't know anyone who attended last night's show.  But Vespa (and baby MMJ) will be there tonight.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: kotchishm on May 09, 2011, 09:35 AM
Few more added solo dates.  Somehow scored Wolftrap yes!!!!


05-05 Portland, OR - Crystal Ballroom #
05-09 Stockholm, Sweden - Royal Theatre
05-10 Oslo, Norway - Parkteatret
05-13 Paris, France - La Gaîté Lyrique
05-15 London, England - Union Chapel
05-17 Lisbon, Portugal - Aula Magna
05-18 Porto, Portugal - Teatro sa da Bandeira
05-19 Vigo, Spain - Auditorio de Vigo
05-22 Granada, Spain - Isodoro Marquez Theatre
05-23 Madrid, Spain - Teatro Lara
05-24 Bilboa, Spain - Teatro BBK
05-27 Barcelona, Spain - Primavera Sound Festival
06-10 Philadelphia, PA - The Mann Center for the Performing Arts !
06-11 Vienna, VA - Wolftrap Amphitheatre !
06-25 Berkeley, CA - Greek Theatre @
06-26 Davis, CA - Mondavi Performing Arts Center
07-07 Winnipeg, Manitoba - Winnipeg Folk Festival
07-09 Ottawa, Ontario - Ottawa Blues Festival
07-11 Quebec City, Quebec - Quebec City Summer Festival
07-31 Newport, RI - Newport Folk Festival

# with Doug Martsch, the Lord's Own Choir
! with Bright Eyes
@ with Alison Krauss & Union Station

Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on May 10, 2011, 05:26 PM
http://www.kink.fm/M--Ward/3771095 (http://www.kink.fm/M--Ward/3771095)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Fully on Sep 22, 2011, 11:21 AM
I saw M. Ward play last night in Nashville. I've loved his music for ages, but seeing him live (this was my first time) just changed everything for me. Very pleasant show - and I'm not trying to minimize my enjoyment by calling it pleasant. But his music/voice tends to just put me in a dreamlike state - almost a haze of pleasantness. I wish he got more attention. Alan Jackson had a free concert last night on Music Row and the people were just streaming everywhere, but for the 1000 or so people who saw M.Ward, they got to see true talent. Plus I really don''t enjoy pop country music. I'm not really being coherent today; four hours of sleep will do that to you. Hopefully, I got my point across.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Sep 23, 2011, 05:12 PM
Quote from: Fully on Sep 22, 2011, 11:21 AM
I saw M. Ward play last night in Nashville. I've loved his music for ages, but seeing him live (this was my first time) just changed everything for me. Very pleasant show - and I'm not trying to minimize my enjoyment by calling it pleasant. But his music/voice tends to just put me in a dreamlike state - almost a haze of pleasantness. I wish he got more attention. Alan Jackson had a free concert last night on Music Row and the people were just streaming everywhere, but for the 1000 or so people who saw M.Ward, they got to see true talent. Plus I really don''t enjoy pop country music. I'm not really being coherent today; four hours of sleep will do that to you. Hopefully, I got my point across.

I think Conor Oberst once describe M's music as "musical xanex"   So very true.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Fully on Sep 23, 2011, 10:33 PM
Quote from: BH on Sep 23, 2011, 05:12 PM
Quote from: Fully on Sep 22, 2011, 11:21 AM
I saw M. Ward play last night in Nashville. I've loved his music for ages, but seeing him live (this was my first time) just changed everything for me. Very pleasant show - and I'm not trying to minimize my enjoyment by calling it pleasant. But his music/voice tends to just put me in a dreamlike state - almost a haze of pleasantness. I wish he got more attention. Alan Jackson had a free concert last night on Music Row and the people were just streaming everywhere, but for the 1000 or so people who saw M.Ward, they got to see true talent. Plus I really don''t enjoy pop country music. I'm not really being coherent today; four hours of sleep will do that to you. Hopefully, I got my point across.

I think Conor Oberst once describe M's music as "musical xanex"   So very true.
Oh, that's such an apt description. I like that.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: walterfredo on Sep 30, 2011, 12:23 PM
Really excited to see Montgomary in a few hours in golden gate park!
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Oct 04, 2011, 11:32 AM
 :birthdays: :birthdays: :birthdays:

Happy 38th Birthday, M. Ward!

:birthdays: :birthdays: :birthdays:
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Nov 02, 2011, 05:47 PM
Did you guys know there was a new She & Him Christmas album out?   How great is that?  Picking it up tommorow!

http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash (http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash)


Also, Zooey is back on the market.   :o  ::)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Jon T. on Nov 02, 2011, 06:45 PM
Quote from: BH on Nov 02, 2011, 05:47 PM
Did you guys know there was a new She & Him Christmas album out?   How great is that?  Picking it up tommorow!

http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash (http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash)


Also, Zooey is back on the market.   :o  ::)

I've seen that but haven't listened to it yet.

I used to have a crush on Zooey until I watched that terrible show she is in.  As great as her singing voice is, her talking voice is equally bad.  Maybe it's just that show, though.  I don't remember it bothering me on Elf.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Nov 02, 2011, 10:24 PM
I got it a couple of weeks ago on vinyl pre-order.  Its nice, the kids love it, I get me some M. Ward.  According to an email I got yesterday, they may be (erroneously) sending me a second copy.  If so, I'll make it available here, maybe a holiday raffle.

(http://www.undertheradarmag.com/uploads/article_images/SheandHim_A_Very_She__Him_Christmas_-_COVER.jpg)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Nov 03, 2011, 05:05 PM
Quote from: Jon T. on Nov 02, 2011, 06:45 PM
Quote from: BH on Nov 02, 2011, 05:47 PM
Did you guys know there was a new She & Him Christmas album out?   How great is that?  Picking it up tommorow!

http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash (http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash)


Also, Zooey is back on the market.   :o  ::)

I've seen that but haven't listened to it yet.

I used to have a crush on Zooey until I watched that terrible show she is in.  As great as her singing voice is, her talking voice is equally bad.  Maybe it's just that show, though.  I don't remember it bothering me on Elf.

The third episode was a bit annoying but otherwise I thought it was pretty damn funny.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Jon T. on Nov 03, 2011, 08:15 PM
Quote from: BH on Nov 03, 2011, 05:05 PM
Quote from: Jon T. on Nov 02, 2011, 06:45 PM
Quote from: BH on Nov 02, 2011, 05:47 PM
Did you guys know there was a new She & Him Christmas album out?   How great is that?  Picking it up tommorow!

http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash (http://www.sheandhim.com/#/splash)


Also, Zooey is back on the market.   :o  ::)

I've seen that but haven't listened to it yet.

I used to have a crush on Zooey until I watched that terrible show she is in.  As great as her singing voice is, her talking voice is equally bad.  Maybe it's just that show, though.  I don't remember it bothering me on Elf.

The third episode was a bit annoying but otherwise I thought it was pretty damn funny.
In fairness, I only watched the first and third episodes.  The first I thought had some funny parts, but was still kind of indifferent on it.  After the third, I was not a fan.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Jan 17, 2012, 11:20 PM
Oh, yeah!

(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7154/6718298345_0421e269c4.jpg)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: evilurges86 on Jan 18, 2012, 12:32 AM
Just took my first listen tonight, me like!  :thumbsup:
excited to start digging deeper in these guys

M. Ward - Chinese Translation (Live) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUE0f3_EaRU#)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: mahg33ta on Jan 18, 2012, 10:59 AM
hey John-  do you know if that date was part of a new tour or just a random one-off?   I went looking for other tour dates / confirmation .... would love to catch him again and may consider making the trip to Portland... I did see that show on the State Theatre website but no other dates anywhere else; although, my google skills are poor.   I was hoping for a Boston date before / after.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Penny Lane on Jan 18, 2012, 11:17 AM
i'm dying for a new tour, too...think bold99 is hitting that show too--
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: mahg33ta on Jan 18, 2012, 12:34 PM
5/5 Portland, ME - State Theatre
5/6 Burlington, VT - Higher Ground
5/7 New Haven, CT - Toads Place
5/8 Boston, MA - House Of Blues
5/11 New York, NY - Webster Hall
5/12 Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer
5/13 Washington, DC - 9:30 Club
5/15 Durham, NC - Duke Performances
5/16 Athens, GA - Georgia Theatre
5/17 Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre
5/22 Chicago, IL - Vic Theatre
5/24 Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue

Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Jan 18, 2012, 12:40 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 18, 2012, 10:59 AM
hey John-  do you know if that date was part of a new tour or just a random one-off?   I went looking for other tour dates / confirmation .... would love to catch him again and may consider making the trip to Portland... I did see that show on the State Theatre website but no other dates anywhere else; although, my google skills are poor.   I was hoping for a Boston date before / after.
Kyle, I see you found the other dates and imagine you'll hit up the House of Blues show, as its closer.  Portland is about 30-45 minutes longer to get to than Boston from here, but the Portland show is on a Saturday night, so that's where I'll be.  If any forumites are planning on the 5/5 Portland, ME show, let me know and we can break bread and wine (or beer) prior.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Jahmazed on Jan 18, 2012, 09:37 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Jan 18, 2012, 12:40 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 18, 2012, 10:59 AM
hey John-  do you know if that date was part of a new tour or just a random one-off?   I went looking for other tour dates / confirmation .... would love to catch him again and may consider making the trip to Portland... I did see that show on the State Theatre website but no other dates anywhere else; although, my google skills are poor.   I was hoping for a Boston date before / after.
Kyle, I see you found the other dates and imagine you'll hit up the House of Blues show, as its closer.  Portland is about 30-45 minutes longer to get to than Boston from here, but the Portland show is on a Saturday night, so that's where I'll be.  If any forumites are planning on the 5/5 Portland, ME show, let me know and we can break bread and wine (or beer) prior.

We might see ya there Johnny not sure yet may seems far away right now..
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: subinai on Jan 18, 2012, 10:55 PM
very stoked about this. a lot of spring shows popping up that will tide over until MMJ announces more dates ;)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: mahg33ta on Jan 19, 2012, 07:54 AM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Jan 18, 2012, 12:40 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 18, 2012, 10:59 AM
hey John-  do you know if that date was part of a new tour or just a random one-off?   I went looking for other tour dates / confirmation .... would love to catch him again and may consider making the trip to Portland... I did see that show on the State Theatre website but no other dates anywhere else; although, my google skills are poor.   I was hoping for a Boston date before / after.
Kyle, I see you found the other dates and imagine you'll hit up the House of Blues show, as its closer.  Portland is about 30-45 minutes longer to get to than Boston from here, but the Portland show is on a Saturday night, so that's where I'll be.  If any forumites are planning on the 5/5 Portland, ME show, let me know and we can break bread and wine (or beer) prior.

Portland sounds pretty good for a Big Night Out if I can rally Mrs Magh33ta but most likely, yes, it'll be Tues night in Boston ....
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Jan 19, 2012, 08:58 AM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 19, 2012, 07:54 AM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Jan 18, 2012, 12:40 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 18, 2012, 10:59 AM
hey John-  do you know if that date was part of a new tour or just a random one-off?   I went looking for other tour dates / confirmation .... would love to catch him again and may consider making the trip to Portland... I did see that show on the State Theatre website but no other dates anywhere else; although, my google skills are poor.   I was hoping for a Boston date before / after.
Kyle, I see you found the other dates and imagine you'll hit up the House of Blues show, as its closer.  Portland is about 30-45 minutes longer to get to than Boston from here, but the Portland show is on a Saturday night, so that's where I'll be.  If any forumites are planning on the 5/5 Portland, ME show, let me know and we can break bread and wine (or beer) prior.

Portland sounds pretty good for a Big Night Out if I can rally Mrs Magh33ta but most likely, yes, it'll be Tues night in Boston ....
For what its worth, Michele will be joining me for this one and we will stay around the corner at the Eastland Park Hotel.  Its where MMJ stayed the day I met all 5, where DBT stayed the night I met 2 crew plus Cooley and Hood, so maybe an M. sighting is possible.  I'm looking for rates but the site is buggy.  I'll give 'em a call.  Some reviews suggest its m'eh, but if its good enough for Yim, its good enough for me!  I've stayed there twice and you can't beat the location and parking situation, too.

EDIT - Eastland Park is closed starting in April until some time in 2013, major upgrades as it becomes part of the Westin hotel chain.  The next best bet seems to be another place around the corner from the State Theatre, Holiday Inn's Portland By The Bay (http://www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/en/portland/pwmdt/hoteldetail).  Rates are around $120/night.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Jan 19, 2012, 04:52 PM
Damn, a Tuesday in Chicago is my best option.   What's a guy gotta do to see an M. Ward solo show!!!
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: bold992006 on Jan 20, 2012, 08:32 AM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Jan 19, 2012, 08:58 AM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 19, 2012, 07:54 AM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Jan 18, 2012, 12:40 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Jan 18, 2012, 10:59 AM
hey John-  do you know if that date was part of a new tour or just a random one-off?   I went looking for other tour dates / confirmation .... would love to catch him again and may consider making the trip to Portland... I did see that show on the State Theatre website but no other dates anywhere else; although, my google skills are poor.   I was hoping for a Boston date before / after.
Kyle, I see you found the other dates and imagine you'll hit up the House of Blues show, as its closer.  Portland is about 30-45 minutes longer to get to than Boston from here, but the Portland show is on a Saturday night, so that's where I'll be.  If any forumites are planning on the 5/5 Portland, ME show, let me know and we can break bread and wine (or beer) prior.

Portland sounds pretty good for a Big Night Out if I can rally Mrs Magh33ta but most likely, yes, it'll be Tues night in Boston ....
For what its worth, Michele will be joining me for this one and we will stay around the corner at the Eastland Park Hotel.  Its where MMJ stayed the day I met all 5, where DBT stayed the night I met 2 crew plus Cooley and Hood, so maybe an M. sighting is possible.  I'm looking for rates but the site is buggy.  I'll give 'em a call.  Some reviews suggest its m'eh, but if its good enough for Yim, its good enough for me!  I've stayed there twice and you can't beat the location and parking situation, too.

EDIT - Eastland Park is closed starting in April until some time in 2013, major upgrades as it becomes part of the Westin hotel chain.  The next best bet seems to be another place around the corner from the State Theatre, Holiday Inn's Portland By The Bay (http://www.holidayinn.com/hotels/us/en/portland/pwmdt/hoteldetail).  Rates are around $120/night.

Eastland is a great hotel.  I hung out with MMJ at the bar on the top floor when they played there last time...and yeah closing for renovations.  I'm staying there one last time in Feb before it closes.  Portland is a great town.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Jan 20, 2012, 12:18 PM
Tix be got.  johnnY and Dr./Mrs. Yac to Portland.  Now to find babysitting... G'ma!
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: subinai on Jan 20, 2012, 12:20 PM
tix on sale for NYC on 1/27 @ noon
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Jan 24, 2012, 03:43 PM
(http://www.jambands.com/images/2012/01/23/33020/A%20Wasteland%20Companion%20cover-353x.jpg)
A Wasteland Companion
April 9th

01. Clean Slate (for Alex & El Goodo)
02. Primitive Girl
03. Me And My Shadow
04. Sweetheart
05. I Get Ideas
06. The First Time I Ran Away
07. A Wasteland Companion
08. Watch The Show
09. There's A Key
10. Crawl After You
11. Wild Goose
12. Pure Joy
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: subinai on Feb 01, 2012, 04:34 PM
http://pitchfork.com/news/45289-video-m-ward-the-first-time-i-ran-away/ (http://pitchfork.com/news/45289-video-m-ward-the-first-time-i-ran-away/)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Fully on Feb 01, 2012, 04:45 PM
Ok, I love that. I'm now really excited for this album to come out.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Feb 10, 2012, 04:36 PM
April 1oth cannot get here fast enough.

A Wasteland Companion features the talents of M Ward (piano, guitars, voice, production), Mike Coykendall (percussion, bass), Giant Sand's Howe Gelb (piano), John Parish (percussion, marimba), Bright Eyes' Mike Mogis (organ), Susan Sanchez (vocals), She & Him's Zooey Deschanel (vocals), Jordan Hudson (percussion), Adam Selzer (bass), Nathan "JR" Andersen (piano), Scott McPherson (percussion), Sonic Youth's Steve Shelley (percussion), Dr Dog's Tobey Leaman (bass), Devotchka's Tom Hagerman (strings), Oakely Hall's Rachel Cox (vocals), Amanda Lawrence (violin), John Graboff (pedal steel) and Tyler Tornfelt (bass). The recording utilized eight engineers, including Tom Schick (Rufus Wainwright) and John Parish (PJ Harvey).
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: SaraBananaBear on Feb 14, 2012, 03:03 PM
M. Ward Valentine's Day Special! (http://www.kcrw.com/music/programs/mb/mb120214m_ward_valentines_da)  :)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Fully on Mar 26, 2012, 12:03 PM
A Wasteland Companion is streaming on NPR
http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp (http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Mar 26, 2012, 12:31 PM
Quote from: Fully on Mar 26, 2012, 12:03 PM
A Wasteland Companion is streaming on NPR
http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp (http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp)
Thanks, Fully!  Listening during my planning block.  I've got the vinyl on preorder and tix for early May.  Some country twang in this first track...
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Fully on Mar 26, 2012, 12:36 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Mar 26, 2012, 12:31 PM
Quote from: Fully on Mar 26, 2012, 12:03 PM
A Wasteland Companion is streaming on NPR
http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp (http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp)
Thanks, Fully!  Listening during my planning block.  I've got the vinyl on preorder and tix for early May.  Some country twang in this first track...

I like solo M.Ward so much better than I care for She & Him. I'm so excited about this new album. So far, my favorites are "The First Time I Ran Away", "Crawl After You", and "Clean "Slate". I really like the use of strings on "Crawl After You".

It's also great music to clean the bathroom to; although, I'm currently trying to avoid dealing with sweeping/mopping the floor in there. It will have to be done though. My avoidance technique has not proved successful in keeping the house clean.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Penny Lane on Mar 26, 2012, 01:36 PM
Quote from: Fully on Mar 26, 2012, 12:36 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Mar 26, 2012, 12:31 PM
Quote from: Fully on Mar 26, 2012, 12:03 PM
A Wasteland Companion is streaming on NPR
http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp (http://www.npr.org/2012/03/25/148922178/first-listen-m-ward-a-wasteland-companion?sc=fb&cc=fmp)
Thanks, Fully!  Listening during my planning block.  I've got the vinyl on preorder and tix for early May.  Some country twang in this first track...

I like solo M.Ward so much better than I care for She & Him. I'm so excited about this new album. So far, my favorites are "The First Time I Ran Away", "Crawl After You", and "Clean "Slate". I really like the use of strings on "Crawl After You".

It's also great music to clean the bathroom to; although, I'm currently trying to avoid dealing with sweeping/mopping the floor in there. It will have to be done though. My avoidance technique has not proved successful in keeping the house clean.

must listen tonight! thanks, fully!
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Mar 26, 2012, 02:54 PM
Excellent!   Listening party tonight!?!?

vinyl purchased.....
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Northern Neighbour on Mar 26, 2012, 05:20 PM
I'm listening to it right now.  It's pretty good - a bit more "kick-up shoes" than his previous albums.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Northern Neighbour on Mar 26, 2012, 05:37 PM
Well, the album slows down in the 2nd half, so so much for my comment above.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: mahg33ta on Mar 26, 2012, 05:39 PM
my review after one listen is mild disappointment.    But, his previous stuff is "grower" material.   I think I want him to be something he just isn't.   But I love his voice.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Apr 02, 2012, 02:38 PM
New Daytrotter.    This album is spectacular.   It feels way more like an M. Ward album to me than Hold Time did.   It takes me to that happy(sad) place again.

http://www.daytrotter.com/# (http://www.daytrotter.com/#)!/concert/m-ward/20055385-4325

Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Apr 10, 2012, 12:54 PM
New album drops today.  Got mine yesterday and like what I've heard so far.  Looking forward to seeing him next month.  Other dates (I note nothing in July...Forecastle?  Newport? Monsters of Folk?):

April 11  San Francisco, CA - The Fillmore SOLD OUT
April 12  Santa Cruz, CA - Cocoanut Grove
April 13  Indio, CA - Coachella SOLD OUT
April 14  Santa Barbara, CA - Soho SOLD OUT
April 16  Solona Beach, CA - Belly Up Tavern SOLD OUT
April 17  Phoenix, AZ - Crescent Ballroom SOLD OUT
April 18  Flagstaff, AZ - Orpheum Theater
April 20  Indio, CA - Coachella SOLD OUT
April 21  Long Beach, CA - Fingerprints

May 05  Portland, ME - State Theatre
May 06  Burlington, VT - Higher Ground
May 07  New Haven, CT - Toads Place
May 08  Boston, MA - House Of Blues
May 11  New York, NY - Webster Hall SOLD OUT
May 12  Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer
May 13  Washington, DC - 9:30 Club SOLD OUT
May 15  Durham, NC - Duke Performances
May 16  Athens, GA - Georgia Theatre
May 17  Atlanta, GA - Buckhead Theatre
May 18  Gulf Shores, AL - Hangout Fest
May 20  Nelsonville, OH - Nelsonville Music Fest
May 22  Chicago, IL - Vic Theatre
May 23  Madison, WI - Barrymoore Theatre
May 24  Minneapolis, MN - First Avenue
May 26  Missoula, MT - Knitting Factory
May 27  George, WA - Sasquatch Festival

June 17  Toulouse - Dynamo
June 19  Dudingen - Bad Bonn
June 20  Zurich - Papiersaal
June 22  Vienna - Open Air Arena
June 26  Arendal - Hove Fest
June 27  Borlange - Peace & Love Festival
June 29  Evreaux - Les Rock Dans Tours Ses Stats
June 30  Nijmegan - Rockin Park
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Apr 10, 2012, 01:06 PM
I'm worried that by the time I can figure out how to get to Chicago it's going to sell out.   Oh M why won't you come to St. Louis!
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Apr 11, 2012, 12:44 AM
Just opened my vinyl.   Great package.   Album cover fold out poster, digital download, merge sticker and best of all, an actual wasteland companion. 

(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5333/7066703937_9e526189c5_z.jpg)

Fixed, thanks JY!  I was using the "share" feature and obviously that was my problem.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Apr 11, 2012, 11:24 AM
Quote from: BH on Apr 11, 2012, 12:44 AM
why can't i get a flickr pic to work
Any photo link posted has to include the file extension (ie. .jpg, .gif, .bmp, etc.).  With Flickr, choose the size you want, then right-click the image and click "properties".  Then, copy and paste the URL, which should end ".jpg".   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Apr 14, 2012, 09:14 PM
Just stumble across this epic version of Carolina.   :o

M. WARD - Carolina [Live Rare] (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZ9fzVZd-V0#)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: darkglow on Apr 15, 2012, 12:12 PM
wow BH.. thanks for that.. great #9000 post!
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: capt. scotty on Apr 15, 2012, 01:09 PM
Quote from: mahg33ta on Mar 26, 2012, 05:39 PM
my review after one listen is mild disappointment.    But, his previous stuff is "grower" material.   I think I want him to be something he just isn't.   But I love his voice.

I would agree with all of this. Album is good but I wasnt blown away or anything.

Will definitely take a lot more listens to figure out if I like it more than Hold Time or not, but first spin says no. Then again, the more laidback songs on HT like Stars of Leo, 100 Million Years, and especially Blake's View took me awhile to realize they were a few of my favorites on the album.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Apr 15, 2012, 03:27 PM
I doubt I could find it now, but I read a review of Wasteland Companion this week that perhaps put it best. 

"Its another M. Ward album."

Can't wait to see him in May!

Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: subinai on Apr 16, 2012, 02:45 PM
Playing Prospect Park in Brooklyn on August 7th. Yo La Tengo opening.

http://www.brooklynvegan.com/archives/2012/04/m_ward_playing_4.html (http://www.brooklynvegan.com/archives/2012/04/m_ward_playing_4.html)

Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 09:45 PM
I have been listening to monsters of folk and I am addicted.  What M. Ward album would be a good place to start? Thanks for the help!
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Oct 14, 2012, 10:32 PM
Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 09:45 PM
I have been listening to monsters of folk and I am addicted.  What M. Ward album would be a good place to start? Thanks for the help!

Post War is the best "full band" sounding album in my opinion.   And Transfiguration of Vincent and Transistor Radio are both spectacular albums that show his more subtle sound and amazing guitar work.   You really can't go wrong, but these are the best three IMO.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 10:40 PM
Quote from: BH on Oct 14, 2012, 10:32 PM
Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 09:45 PM
I have been listening to monsters of folk and I am addicted.  What M. Ward album would be a good place to start? Thanks for the help!

Post War is the best "full band" sounding album in my opinion.   And Transfiguration of Vincent and Transistor Radio are both spectacular albums that show his more subtle sound and amazing guitar work.   You really can't go wrong, but these are the best three IMO.

I am leaning towards Post War or Transfiguration of Vincent.  I love the full band sound of post war, but from what I can tell by first glance, correct me if I am wrong, ToV seems more conceptual, which I love. 
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Oct 15, 2012, 12:45 PM
Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 10:40 PM
Quote from: BH on Oct 14, 2012, 10:32 PM
Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 09:45 PM
I have been listening to monsters of folk and I am addicted.  What M. Ward album would be a good place to start? Thanks for the help!

Post War is the best "full band" sounding album in my opinion.   And Transfiguration of Vincent and Transistor Radio are both spectacular albums that show his more subtle sound and amazing guitar work.   You really can't go wrong, but these are the best three IMO.

I am leaning towards Post War or Transfiguration of Vincent.  I love the full band sound of post war, but from what I can tell by first glance, correct me if I am wrong, ToV seems more conceptual, which I love.

I think you hit it right on the money.   ToV just really highlights his songwriting and the things I love best about him.   It's hard to explain.   All I know is, if you have got to this point, you will probably own them all by next year anyway!
Title: M. Ward
Post by: Fully on Oct 15, 2012, 01:07 PM
Transfiguration is my favorite of his albums too. It has a dream-like quality that I never get tired of.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: EverythingChanges on Oct 15, 2012, 10:13 PM
Quote from: BH on Oct 15, 2012, 12:45 PM
Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 10:40 PM
Quote from: BH on Oct 14, 2012, 10:32 PM
Quote from: EverythingChanges on Oct 14, 2012, 09:45 PM
I have been listening to monsters of folk and I am addicted.  What M. Ward album would be a good place to start? Thanks for the help!

Post War is the best "full band" sounding album in my opinion.   And Transfiguration of Vincent and Transistor Radio are both spectacular albums that show his more subtle sound and amazing guitar work.   You really can't go wrong, but these are the best three IMO.

I am leaning towards Post War or Transfiguration of Vincent.  I love the full band sound of post war, but from what I can tell by first glance, correct me if I am wrong, ToV seems more conceptual, which I love.

I think you hit it right on the money.   ToV just really highlights his songwriting and the things I love best about him.   It's hard to explain.   All I know is, if you have got to this point, you will probably own them all by next year anyway!

Next year?! More like this holiday season (unless next year means the first of January)! Damn Post War is great! I am almost positive ToV will be even more enjoyable based on my personal tastes in music (I really love the more conceptual albums that connect everything together as a whole).  Damn this guy is good.  Poison Cup, To Go Home, Chinese Translation, Requiem and Today's Undertaking are some of my favorites atm.  Yet, Post-War is probably my favorite.  It is so relaxing to listen to.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Oct 15, 2012, 10:32 PM
Speaking of To Go Home, it's single (ep?) is also awesome!

(http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/51JtBtRV-eL.jpg)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: ms. yvon on Oct 16, 2012, 02:46 PM
that ep has quality neko case, nels cline and jim j. content, too!

gonna spread a little love for Hold Time here.  it spent at least a year in the cd changer after i bought it.  each of his albums has been a revelation in connection.  when they hit, they hit. :beer:
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: BH on Oct 16, 2012, 03:41 PM
Quote from: ms. yvon on Oct 16, 2012, 02:46 PM
that ep has quality neko case, nels cline and jim j. content, too!

gonna spread a little love for Hold Time here.  it spent at least a year in the cd changer after i bought it.  each of his albums has been a revelation in connection.  when they hit, they hit. :beer:

Yes, Hold Time and End of Amnesia are no slouches either!

New video of Me and My Shadow from the also excellent Wasteland Companion:

M. Ward - Me and My Shadow (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzDsJiZ3N-g#ws)
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: johnnYYac on Oct 16, 2012, 04:16 PM
FYI - M. Ward joined MMJ for Off The Record at Corona Fest in Mexico City on 10-14-12.
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: EverythingChanges on Oct 16, 2012, 06:41 PM
Quote from: johnnYYac on Oct 16, 2012, 04:16 PM
FYI - M. Ward joined MMJ for Off The Record at Corona Fest in Mexico City on 10-14-12.

!!

That is all.

Also, must get all of his CDs...must find loose change...
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: SaraBananaBear on Oct 28, 2012, 04:15 PM
Ever wanted to see M. Ward playing guitar upside down and backwards, here's your chance:

http://youtu.be/1QlQaRHD2r0 (http://youtu.be/1QlQaRHD2r0)

:thumbsup:
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: Mahgeetah34 on Oct 28, 2012, 10:06 PM
Quote from: SaraBananaBear on Oct 28, 2012, 04:15 PM
Ever wanted to see M. Ward playing guitar upside down and backwards, here's your chance:

http://youtu.be/1QlQaRHD2r0 (http://youtu.be/1QlQaRHD2r0)

:thumbsup:

Ahhh! That Zooey! She's an angel :kiss:
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: ChiefOKONO on Dec 03, 2019, 02:16 PM
New album and tour announced:

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/m-ward-new-album-tour-migration-stories-920814/
Title: Re: M. Ward
Post by: walterfredo on Dec 03, 2019, 05:45 PM
Awesome! Wife and I have tix to see She & Him Xmas show in LA in a couple weeks.