Ok, admittedly this is a bit of a negative topic, but it's prompted by my recent MMJ listening overload in advance of the new shows. It's not that any of the songs are bad, so to speak, just that I recognize that with 2 - 2.5 hrs, time and set list slots are limited.... I started thinking which are the 10 songs I most want to hear, and I'm noodling on that (and will start a new thread), but I realized after carefully reviewing all the disc listings.... there are quite a few songs on Evil Urges I could do without.
Specifically:
Sec Walking
Two Halves
Remnants
Aluminum Park
Thank You Too
all would be included.
There's really nothing from the older albums that would bum me out - maybe some of the Chocolate and Ice songs I don't know well (besides Cobra).
I hope that they show up without instruments and don't play any music. I am hoping for more of a lecture type of tour. Maybe a town hall setting if we're lucky. Sticky sent me a tweet saying that the coolest towns will get a staring contest encore.
In a live setting, I am cool with whatever they would like to play. Songs that aren't necessarily my favorites take new shape when I hear them live.
i think your other thread idea will be more popular. i suppose i could do without, "it's been a great 3 or 4 years". other than that, i'm with flyguy.
Quotei think your other thread idea will be more popular. i suppose i could do without, "it's been a great 3 or 4 years". other than that, i'm with flyguy.
AGH! I've been waiting forever to hear "It's Been a Great 3 or 4 Years" live! Don't jinx it!
QuoteQuotei think your other thread idea will be more popular. i suppose i could do without, "it's been a great 3 or 4 years". other than that, i'm with flyguy.
AGH! I've been waiting forever to hear "It's Been a Great 3 or 4 Years" live! Don't jinx it!
That is Crispy's jam!
QuoteQuoteQuotei think your other thread idea will be more popular. i suppose i could do without, "it's been a great 3 or 4 years". other than that, i'm with flyguy.
AGH! I've been waiting forever to hear "It's Been a Great 3 or 4 Years" live! Don't jinx it!
That is Crispy's jam!
Man, I'm telling you, Johnny is going to stroll out on stage one of these days for a guest appearance, and these words will emanate from the speakers: "Hi Jim..."
Seriously though, "Take care of yourself," and, "Milk it, baby, milk it." Powerful stuff.
I don't get why people don't like Thank You Too, it sounds good live as well.
Also I'm pretty sure it's Jim's voice on It's Been A Great 3 or 4 Years, at first I thought it was Johnny but now after hearing a lot of Jim James interviews I think it's him.
All Kentuckians sound the same.
There is absolutely nothing I would be opposed to hearing. Sure, there are some MMJ songs I don't like as much but having heard some of them live I can say that no matter what they play it's impossible to be bored at an MMJ show. Well, okay, I'd be cool with them giving The Way That He Sings a rest and subbing it for another oldie, but I'm definitely not going to be doing any complaining in Columbus. And I would love to hear It's Been a Great 3 or 4 Years live. That would be hilarious. I think they should have Jim or Johnny or whoever's really on that track scream the phone message through a poor-quality megaphone while the band plays a Cobra-esque funk groove behind it. You know that would sound awesome.
QuoteAnd I would love to hear It's Been a Great 3 or 4 Years live. That would be hilarious. I think they should have Jim or Johnny or whoever's really on that track scream the phone message through a poor-quality megaphone while the band plays a Cobra-esque funk groove behind it. You know that would sound awesome.
THIS.
And I'm pretty sure that's Johnny on that message.
Addendum: Maybe instead of (or in addition to) the Cobra-esque funk groove, they should play "The Year in Review" ;D
a 13 minute Good Intentions
I've always leaned heavily towards the jacket's catalog that takes me to the moon - the it still moves and z jams really are my favorites. i like the longer songs with extended jams. so a lot of evil urges songs, while i like them a lot, don't do it for me live like the older songs. i'd be a-ok with them leaving off touch me part 1, two halves, and remnants in favor of some older stuff we don't hear as much. maybe trade out the newer songs for rarer tracks like o is the one, xmas curtin, lowdown, and war begun. but i won't complain if i hear any of the jams i said to exclude. 25 or so songs would be just awesome.
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In a live setting, I am cool with whatever they would like to play. Songs that aren't necessarily my favorites take new shape when I hear them live.
In general, I'm with you. I trust the boys to take me wherever they want to lead. However, of the songs I listed, I've seen them all performed live - with the exception of Remnants, which I'd rank as perhaps my least favorite MMJ song.
But, I should turn to happier topics and start a thread on what we WANT to hear... will do shortly.
this thread= :-[ :-/
I don't mind this thread Mahg33ts.
I agree with you for most of the EU tracks. You can throw in Librarian while your at it but I would love to hear Remnants live just once.
I could do without Get Down On It as well and I hope they don't take out The Way That He Sings ever. I get chills every time I hear the final jam live.
Touch Me
Quotethis thread= :-[ :-/
so you are in disagreement with me and would like to head a 13 minute Good Intentions?
hmm..
QuoteOk, admittedly this is a bit of a negative topic, but it's prompted by my recent MMJ listening overload in advance of the new shows. It's not that any of the songs are bad, so to speak, just that I recognize that with 2 - 2.5 hrs, time and set list slots are limited.... I started thinking which are the 10 songs I most want to hear, and I'm noodling on that (and will start a new thread), but I realized after carefully reviewing all the disc listings.... there are quite a few songs on Evil Urges I could do without.
Specifically:
Sec Walking
Two Halves
Remnants
Aluminum Park
Thank You Too
all would be included.
There's really nothing from the older albums that would bum me out - maybe some of the Chocolate and Ice songs I don't know well (besides Cobra).
This.
[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQDLetuU3JY&feature=related[/media]
seriously one of the worst songs ever
QuoteI don't get why people don't like Thank You Too, it sounds good live as well.
Also I'm pretty sure it's Jim's voice on It's Been A Great 3 or 4 Years, at first I thought it was Johnny but now after hearing a lot of Jim James interviews I think it's him.
It's definitely Johnny, "Your favorite cousin on the McQuaid side of the family" Jim is on the the Olliges side of the family, the message is to him.
My initial reaction to this thread was "shut the fuck up".
Last tour the only song I didn't really want to hear was What A Wonderful Man because I saw a few shows during the Z time period and was spent on that. then they didn't play it at the last show I went to so now I really wouldn't mind seeing it again. I thought I felt that same way about "The Way That He Sings" for a minute but then I saw them play a face ripping version in 08 and decided It's still fucking awesome even though Jim plays it almost every show. The only other song they could play that I could honestly say I wouldn't "care" much about would be Golden and that's another case of seeing it at a lot of shows. It's my own problem if I'm bored with a song, there really isn't any song by MMJ that I can't stand. They can't be completely obscure all the time even though I wish they were a little more liberal with their setlists on occasion.
I will say one thing. Every year since I've started seeing the jacket live, which hasn't been long, only since 2004, they have gotten exponentially better live. More intense, Louder, Cleaner, Tighter, etc. Go to these shows because you love My Morning Jacket, please don't ruin the vibe by demonizing songs.
QuoteQuoteI don't get why people don't like Thank You Too, it sounds good live as well.
Also I'm pretty sure it's Jim's voice on It's Been A Great 3 or 4 Years, at first I thought it was Johnny but now after hearing a lot of Jim James interviews I think it's him.
It's definitely Johnny, "Your favorite cousin on the McQuaid side of the family" Jim is on the the Olliges side of the family, the message is to him.
For the longest time I wanted to stick to my guns, that Jim was leaving himself a message on his own machine and a lot of that makes sense with some things he says, but you have finally convinced me with this post.
And seriously no offense to mahgeetah but this thread blows. :P
QuoteQuoteQuoteI don't get why people don't like Thank You Too, it sounds good live as well.
Also I'm pretty sure it's Jim's voice on It's Been A Great 3 or 4 Years, at first I thought it was Johnny but now after hearing a lot of Jim James interviews I think it's him.
It's definitely Johnny, "Your favorite cousin on the McQuaid side of the family" Jim is on the the Olliges side of the family, the message is to him.
For the longest time I wanted to stick to my guns, that Jim was leaving himself a message on his own machine and a lot of that makes sense with some things he says, but you have finally convinced me with this post.
And seriously no offense to mahgeetah but this thread blows. :P
It really does. And like BH said, no offense Mahgeeta, but we've all been jonesen for some live jacket. We're about to get it and now we put some stipulations on it? I know it's a hypothetical question and all, but still... laissez les bon temps rouler :)
I'm gonna defend my buddy mahg33ta here, insofar as this forum has threads on buttholes, beer, cars, and damn near anything else. Some posts get no responses but this one is thought provoking. I am a diehard deadhead but can tell you there were times when I'd be at a show and a tune would come up and I'd be like, this is a good time to get a beer or take a piss. It doesn't reduce my fervor for the band to admit some songs, at certain times, might just fall out of favor, albeit temporarily. The great thing about music, for me, has been rediscovery. I'll put something on the back burner and not dust it off for years. So, hats off to mahg33ta for challenging our idol worship. I don't think this statement should, in any way, put into question my love for MMJ or you fine forum folks, nor mahg33ta's.
<insert group hug here>
Time for bed. Nighty night.
LOL I got a shut the fuck up and a this thread blows! I guess that's what I get for trying to start a thread- not so good at it!
To be clear:
I am jonesing for live MMJ as much as the next guy. I'm not sure how this thread calls my fandom into question but I can assure you I will travel whenever humanly possible and spend within my means to see the boys (and MOF, and JJ).
It's because I'm SO excited for this show that it got me thinking about what songs I'd love to hear. In fact, I made a spreadsheet of all of the studio tracks and began to sort them from highest to lowest (warning: geek alert).
What I dscovered was that while I was struggling with ranking my favorite list (my top 5 became a top 10 became a top 25 list), it was easy for me to pick my bottom 5 or 10. I thought that was kind of interesting and it made me think about why that was. That was the genesis of this thread.
If I'd said "what's your least favorite song?" I wonder if I'd have been met with the same outpouring? Perhaps it's something about the live angle.
Anyway, let me know when I'm out of the penalty box and I'll try a new thread!
Thanks for the love Yac.
Seriously it's no big deal. I'm not questioning your fandom or even saying that you shouldn't have started this thread. I just don't personally like focusing on the negative. I didn't want to do the "Least favorite song" tournament either. If everybody votes on their favorite songs, the not so favorites become obvious.
I guess it all stems back from that day in '82 when Joey Henderson told me I was his least favorite friend.
Seriously folks, don't let some negative energy prevent you from posting here in order to answer the original purpose of the thread.
I also add Golden to the list. I've been jonesin for some Jacket too and with the shorter set, this is a more than relevant topic. This is not about demonizing songs. Guess what? There are some songs that this band wrote that even I don't like.
You did just fine Mahg33ta. Keep on starting threads as you see fit w/o fear of retribution. :)
I forgot to throw in my two cents. Having seen only one show, which contained these two songs, and having glanced through the entire catalog, I'd be okay if they didn't play "Thank You Too!" and "Sec Walkin".
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Lol,it wouldn't hurt my feelings if they laid off playing Highly Suspicious.
QuoteLol,it wouldn't hurt my feelings if they laid off playing Highly Suspicious.
I'm going to punch you in the face! ;)
Just kidding, i'm not going to punch you in the face. But I will disagree with you, politely
QuoteLol,it wouldn't hurt my feelings if they laid off playing Highly Suspicious.
Please tell me you're joking!!?? I think the song kicks ass anyway, but f*cking SMOKES live!
I knew that would strike a nerve ;).I stand by my opinion that it's their worst song and yes I have witnessed it live.
That being said I can't wait for Raleigh and it wouldn't ruin my night if they play it.
Give me a Rollin Back.That's the song I am chasing.
"The Pina Colada Song"
reverse psychology
QuoteI knew that would strike a nerve ;).I stand by my opinion that it's their worst song and yes I have witnessed it live.
That being said I can't wait for Raleigh and it wouldn't ruin my night if they play it.
Give me a Rollin Back.That's the song I am chasing.
you got me there, I would gladly take rollin' back over highly suspicious. I too hope to hear rollin' back live... it would make my life a little more complete
QuoteQuoteLol,it wouldn't hurt my feelings if they laid off playing Highly Suspicious.
I'm going to punch you in the face! ;)
Just kidding, i'm not going to punch you in the face. But I will disagree with you, politely
As a non-violent MMJ fan, I would be more civil in this situation and just leave a peanut butter pudding surprise on the hood of their car
QuoteQuoteOk, admittedly this is a bit of a negative topic, but it's prompted by my recent MMJ listening overload in advance of the new shows. It's not that any of the songs are bad, so to speak, just that I recognize that with 2 - 2.5 hrs, time and set list slots are limited.... I started thinking which are the 10 songs I most want to hear, and I'm noodling on that (and will start a new thread), but I realized after carefully reviewing all the disc listings.... there are quite a few songs on Evil Urges I could do without.
Specifically:
Sec Walking
Two Halves
Remnants
Aluminum Park
Thank You Too
all would be included.
There's really nothing from the older albums that would bum me out - maybe some of the Chocolate and Ice songs I don't know well (besides Cobra).
This.
[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQDLetuU3JY&feature=related[/media]
seriously one of the worst songs ever
Thank you for introducing me to my new favorite band!
QuoteQuoteQuoteOk, admittedly this is a bit of a negative topic, but it's prompted by my recent MMJ listening overload in advance of the new shows. It's not that any of the songs are bad, so to speak, just that I recognize that with 2 - 2.5 hrs, time and set list slots are limited.... I started thinking which are the 10 songs I most want to hear, and I'm noodling on that (and will start a new thread), but I realized after carefully reviewing all the disc listings.... there are quite a few songs on Evil Urges I could do without.
Specifically:
Sec Walking
Two Halves
Remnants
Aluminum Park
Thank You Too
all would be included.
There's really nothing from the older albums that would bum me out - maybe some of the Chocolate and Ice songs I don't know well (besides Cobra).
This.
[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQDLetuU3JY&feature=related[/media]
seriously one of the worst songs ever
Thank you for introducing me to my new favorite band!
totally going to be on our next basement party mix
I saw The Eagles in 1981 (along with Cheap Trick and Foreigner) at the Superdome I waited to go take a piss until they played I Can't Tell You Why, but now I like that song. Probably b/c I made out with this girl the next year and that was her favorite song. I think her name was Wesley; probably still is.
QuoteQuoteLol,it wouldn't hurt my feelings if they laid off playing Highly Suspicious.
I'm going to punch you in the face! ;)
Just kidding, i'm not going to punch you in the face. But I will disagree with you, politely
I'll do the punching, you do the disagreeing?
;D
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteOk, admittedly this is a bit of a negative topic, but it's prompted by my recent MMJ listening overload in advance of the new shows. It's not that any of the songs are bad, so to speak, just that I recognize that with 2 - 2.5 hrs, time and set list slots are limited.... I started thinking which are the 10 songs I most want to hear, and I'm noodling on that (and will start a new thread), but I realized after carefully reviewing all the disc listings.... there are quite a few songs on Evil Urges I could do without.
Specifically:
Sec Walking
Two Halves
Remnants
Aluminum Park
Thank You Too
all would be included.
There's really nothing from the older albums that would bum me out - maybe some of the Chocolate and Ice songs I don't know well (besides Cobra).
This.
[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQDLetuU3JY&feature=related[/media]
seriously one of the worst songs ever
Thank you for introducing me to my new favorite band!
totally going to be on our next basement party mix
Charity is the emo girl of my dreams ;)
I'm not sure if anyone posted this yet, but I really hope I don't hear...[size=20]stupid audience members who think it's a good time to talk really loud during a MMJ show[/size]...just shut up and dance.
QuoteI'm not sure if anyone posted this yet, but I really hope I don't hear...[size=20]stupid audience members who think it's a good time to talk really loud during a MMJ show[/size]...just shut up and dance.
perfect!
i could do without "the Librarian". Too many other slow, acoustic songs in the catalog that are heads and shoulders above this sing. Plenty of similar songs that never get played...Also, "thank you, too."
The older the songs on the setlist, the better IMHO.
Quote"The Pina Colada Song"
reverse psychology
i hate this fucking song so much but i'm pretty sure i'd go absolutely bananas if mmj ripped it live. context is key.
EDIT: i guess i should clarify - context is key FOR ME. for example: while on vacation in ireland, my friend & i were in this completely packed pub in dublin & neil diamond's "sweet caroline" came on the jukebox. we sniggered to ourselves and i actually said something like, "oh my god. neil diamond? really???" next thing we knew the entire place broke out in sing-along & within seconds we too were both belting it out, having the time of our lives. i love that song now.
QuoteQuote"The Pina Colada Song"
reverse psychology
i hate this fucking song so much but i'm pretty sure i'd go absolutely bananas if mmj ripped it live. context is key.
EDIT: i guess i should clarify - context is key FOR ME. for example: while on vacation in ireland, my friend & i were in this completely packed pub in dublin & neil diamond's "sweet caroline" came on the jukebox. we sniggered to ourselves and i actually said something like, "oh my god. neil diamond? really???" next thing we knew the entire place broke out in sing-along & within seconds we too were both belting it out, having the time of our lives. i love that song now.
you better f-in clarify! ;)
QuoteQuoteQuote"The Pina Colada Song"
reverse psychology
i hate this fucking song so much but i'm pretty sure i'd go absolutely bananas if mmj ripped it live. context is key.
EDIT: i guess i should clarify - context is key FOR ME. for example: while on vacation in ireland, my friend & i were in this completely packed pub in dublin & neil diamond's "sweet caroline" came on the jukebox. we sniggered to ourselves and i actually said something like, "oh my god. neil diamond? really???" next thing we knew the entire place broke out in sing-along & within seconds we too were both belting it out, having the time of our lives. i love that song now.
you better f-in clarify! ;)
yeah, thought it best seeing as how everyone in here is so uppity ;)
QuoteQuotethis thread= :-[ :-/
so you are in disagreement with me and would like to head a 13 minute Good Intentions?
hmm..
This would be amazing!
no song.
LOL that this thread is still chugging along. That reminds me, I promised to start a "positive" thread after getting spanked for this and never did. I will do so now.
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You want to burn a CD of Okonokos, but the whole thing won't fit on the only disk you have. What tunes will you cut?
O is the One...I dont dislike, I just like it the least of a great assortment of tracks
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You're on a desert island (I know we've seen this thread before). Except this time, you're allowed all tracks by MMJ EXCEPT one. Which one is it?
Good Intentions