ROLL CALL FONDA LA

[1eyed_jack]

For what it's worth, I don't know the exact setlist, but I know for sure in the encore was Bermuda Highway and Wonderful!

My friend was so happy to hear those and had an amazing time he said!

[MrWhippy]

Due to some unforeseen circumstances we ended up on the floor towards the back to the right of the soundboard with no desire to shove our way closer.  Maybe because Jim had quite a few mellow moments, the bar seemed especially loud, with people talking, laughing, etc. I don't mind noise from the bar, especially at a venue like the Fonda where it can't be avoided, so that alone wasn't the problem, I just noticed more non drink buying/pouring noise than usual.  Also at least half of the people in our area talked though the entire show some people literally had their backs to the stage and were talking loudly to their friends. The people in front of us talked for 90% of the show. The crazy thing was that they seemed to be fans - for the 10% of the show that they weren't talking, they were actually singing along with Jim. At one point they huddled around an iphone and looked through pictures of Jim that one of them just took and discussing at the top of their lungs which one they should post on facebook. My friend and I were completely appalled. I really hope we just ended up in a bad area and the rest of the crowd was better, but I looked around and saw a lot of the same.

Gotta love it when people let their obsession with their virtual existence fuck up their ability to enjoy their actual existence, and also fuck up the experience of everyone around them.

[johnnYYac]

For what it's worth, I don't know the exact setlist, but I know for sure in the encore was Bermuda Highway and Wonderful!

My friend was so happy to hear those and had an amazing time he said!

Another great one, looks like.

According to setlist.fm

STATE OF THE ART
KNOW TIL NOW
DEAR ONE
A NEW LIFE
EXPLODING
OF THE MOTHER AGAIN
ACTRESS
ALL IS FORGIVEN
GOD'S LOVE TO DELIVER
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BERMUDA HIGHWAY
WONDERFUL
DEAR GOD
HIS MASTER'S VOICE
THE RIGHT PLACE
LOSIN YO HEAD
CHANGING WORLD

[rincon2]

Due to some unforeseen circumstances we ended up on the floor towards the back to the right of the soundboard with no desire to shove our way closer.  Maybe because Jim had quite a few mellow moments, the bar seemed especially loud, with people talking, laughing, etc. I don't mind noise from the bar, especially at a venue like the Fonda where it can't be avoided, so that alone wasn't the problem, I just noticed more non drink buying/pouring noise than usual.  Also at least half of the people in our area talked though the entire show some people literally had their backs to the stage and were talking loudly to their friends. The people in front of us talked for 90% of the show. The crazy thing was that they seemed to be fans - for the 10% of the show that they weren't talking, they were actually singing along with Jim. At one point they huddled around an iphone and looked through pictures of Jim that one of them just took and discussing at the top of their lungs which one they should post on facebook. My friend and I were completely appalled. I really hope we just ended up in a bad area and the rest of the crowd was better, but I looked around and saw a lot of the same.

Gotta love it when people let their obsession with their virtual existence fuck up their ability to enjoy their actual existence, and also fuck up the experience of everyone around them.

It is a balance. I have made couple videos from MMJ shows and last nights show, so I can be the doofus with an iPhone, and it is always a great thing to be able to see something you experienced the way you experienced it. I don't let it become an obsession, try to be very selective. I sure wish I could have had an iphone for my 1984 R.E.M. show with a crowd of about 200, or my dead center 9th row floor seats to the world premiere of The Wall in 1980. Better than a program.

[mmjmm]

I don't have any issues with people who record/take photos during the show. I completely understand wanting to take a piece of the show home. I enjoy watching people's recordings and I've taken a couple of pics myself here and there.

My issue is more with the super loud talking. I found it especially bizarre that people who are big enough fans to take photos of Jim and know some of the lyrics from his album would stand around during the show looking at their pictures and yelling about which one to post online. Very disrespectful to Jim and all the fans in their vicinity. I've seen it all before, just not to the level that it was happening at the Fonda last night.

[Misti]

I agree that there is a balance between capturing memories and not staring at your phone all night. SoCal crowds can be obnoxious at times, for sure. I was at the rail so didn't notice the crowd. ;)

Jim had pretty amazing energy all night and he certainly knows how to connect to the crowd. He's talked about the "exchange of love and music" between musicians/fans and I definitely felt that connection last night. Bermuda Highway was the main highlight for me, mostly for personal reasons. Brought a tear to my eye!

[Misti]

My issue is more with the super loud talking. I found it especially bizarre that people who are big enough fans to take photos of Jim and know some of the lyrics from his album would stand around during the show looking at their pictures and yelling about which one to post online. Very disrespectful to Jim and all the fans in their vicinity. I've seen it all before, just not to the level that it was happening at the Fonda last night.

Agreed. What's the point of going to show if you aren't there to listen? Sorry they distracted  from your experience. That's a bummer. Had the same thing at Radiohead Santa Barbara a few years back. We were in the pit and there were literally people holding conversations around us. Some people just don't get it..

[mmjmm]

Great pics Misti! Having lurked around these boards for years, I am aware of your story, and am so glad that you had a great time.

[Misti]

Great pics Misti! Having lurked around these boards for years, I am aware of your story, and am so glad that you had a great time.

Thanks! Very kind of you. :)

[rincon2]

The "token" MMJ songs of the night. A few feet in either direction would have made for better video, but who can really complain for dead center front?http://youtu.be/Yxu6PYHOuTE

[gardenparty]

What a showman!  gotta love how much Jim puts in to his show.

I wasn't sure how much energy the band would bring but they were all electric.

Very glad i made the decision to attend

[MrWhippy]

Agreed. What's the point of going to show if you aren't there to listen? Sorry they distracted  from your experience. That's a bummer. Had the same thing at Radiohead Santa Barbara a few years back. We were in the pit and there were literally people holding conversations around us. Some people just don't get it..

Misti, the worst experience I ever had of talkers ruining a show was also Radiohead on their last tour (in DC).  It really surprised me that people in really good seats seeing such a revered band that is pretty rare to get to see would want to talk loudly through some of the songs.

[johnnYYac]

Jim James @ Fonda Theatre, Los Angeles, CA 2013-05-11 (FLAC and MP3)

[Misti]

Jim James @ Fonda Theatre, Los Angeles, CA 2013-05-11 (FLAC and MP3)

Thank you!! :) 

[rincon2]

Jim James @ Fonda Theatre, Los Angeles, CA 2013-05-11 (FLAC and MP3)

Johnny, this download made my day, seriously. Curiously though, it came with no song titles and in a completely random order. I can fix it, but I was wondering if others had the same issue.

[rincon2]

I agree that there is a balance between capturing memories and not staring at your phone all night. SoCal crowds can be obnoxious at times, for sure. I was at the rail so didn't notice the crowd. ;)

Jim had pretty amazing energy all night and he certainly knows how to connect to the crowd. He's talked about the "exchange of love and music" between musicians/fans and I definitely felt that connection last night. Bermuda Highway was the main highlight for me, mostly for personal reasons. Brought a tear to my eye!

Amazing you got such a good pic of Jim on the acoustic. Was that during the MMJ songs? You were 18 inches to the left of me, and if you check out my video, the lighting was impossible. You must be a secret photo expert.

[danimal]

The "token" MMJ songs of the night. A few feet in either direction would have made for better video, but who can really complain for dead center front?http://youtu.be/Yxu6PYHOuTE

Thanks for posting this!  I must have been right behind you because I can definitely hear myself woo-ing in satisfaction throughout the video.

This was seriously an excellent, ridiculously awesome show.  I feel so priveleged to have seen this tour, as I imagine Jim probably won't keep playing this album once the Jacket shows start back up and they get to work on their new album in the fall.  It's good to hear in interviews that Jim would like to play some of the solo material with MMJ - I'd definitely like to hear their take on All Is Forgiven or God's Love (both were explosive live and quite reminiscent of MMJ-ish live-type jams).  Also AEIOU was a freakin' stellar live song.  Every song off the album shone brightly in it's extended live format.  Jim and his band take a great album to new, imaginiative places. 

I was really loving the Floyd vibe that was going on all over this show - especially in the God's Love end jam.

It was really fun to see Conor come out and sing on Dear God.  Funny how much he was trying to hide behind the cape.  He gave a very playful performance.

His Master's Voice was definitely a highlight and Changin' World was an epic closer.  Love the lyrics and the jammin' on that one.

So excited for Wilco/MMJ/Dylan in Irvine, in August!