My Morning Jacket will perform at ear X-tacy June 10.
Tickets are free with the pre-purchase of the band's new album, "Evil Urges," via in-store and phone order only (one ticket per album).They will be available at noon.
But you best make a move.
There are only 500 tickets to the 6 p.m. show, which is a full-out performance.
And consider this: MMJ sold out Radio City Music Hall in 22 minutes.
Contact ear X-tacy, 1534 Bardstown Road, at (502) 452-1799.
:o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :oBetter hurry Kory...if ANYONE deserves a ticket you do my man ;)
man...not sure whether to try the phone or go to the store!
If only I didn't live in Michigan... you all have fun at this and good luck getting tickets!
I think I say this about all the shows, but someone should record this. It seems like there have been less recordings of shows lately and that makes me sad.
i assume that Kory and or Dylan will record this or someone else....i wouldn't worry about that! unless ear X-tacy lays the smack down!
damn...i hope there aren't 500 peeps in line when i get there at 12.
I hope I can make this work! Think smart...think fast.
jealous jealous jealous :'(. i was definitely hoping that the Waterfront would be their first show back in Louisville. yes, i know i am selfish. i hope the 500 of you have a blast. good luck folks on getting a ticket.
Just got home from Ear X-tacy with my tix and a pre-ordered copy of Evil Urges on CD AND vinyl!!! It was kind of funny, my friend and I showed up at 11:00 in case it was going to be a mad house and saw about ten or fifteen folks outside waiting. We walked around the store for awhile until about 11:45 when a line started forming outside. I asked a friend at the store if we could just wait at the counter and he said why not, so at 11:59 I got my tix as they were telling everyone they could start ordering 8-) so as we were walking out the line was coming in!!!!! I got the first tickets for the show and I am stoked,see some of you there!
P.S
I have been a long time lurker of this forum but this is my first post. MMJ makes Louisville proud!
I just wanted to say I wasn't trying to be shady its just there was no clear guidelines to where the line started. I though I would start it at the counter because the store was open and I didn't think that was wrong. I hope no one felt like we "cut" line. Just wanted to clear that up.
FANTASTIC!! :o :o :o :o :o
loooooove that shop!
have a terrific time you lucky lucky peeps!!
success!
got 2 tix and cd and LP!
they were playing the album in the store!!!
got 2 tix! I almost missed this thread and had to change some lunch plans but I got down there! Tix 180&181. Curtis, what tic # are you? I saw Dylan down there but I don't know what u look like...
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just saw this, thanks for the good vibes man, you got me down there in the nick of time!
Quotegot 2 tix! I almost missed this thread and had to change some lunch plans but I got down there! Tix 180&181. Curtis, what tic # are you? I saw Dylan down there but I don't know what u look like...
whoa man! was Dylan in a Reds baseball cap, goatee, and shorts? i heard someone behind me yell Dylan and that guy turned around. it was a tall skinny guy that yelled at him...was that you?
i was the guy in the blue dress shirt, gray pants, and a tie right behind the guy who was maybe Dylan! i was with a tall blonded headed kid in a blue t-shirt (my future brother in law).
Are they out? Will pre-ordering online work? The phones are busy! Shit!
QuoteAre they out? Will pre-ordering online work? The phones are busy! Shit!
online will not work.
i'd keep trying the phone line or go down there if you can.
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whoa man! was Dylan in a Reds baseball cap, goatee, and shorts? i heard someone behind me yell Dylan and that guy turned around. it was a tall skinny guy that yelled at him...was that you?
i was the guy in the blue dress shirt, gray pants, and a tie right behind the guy who was maybe Dylan! i was with a tall blonded headed kid in a blue t-shirt (my future brother in law).
While I appreciate the skinny remark, I am not skinny, i just mask it well with vertical stripes! ;D
That was me in the dark blue dress shirt and yes Dylan is rocking a kick ass goatee and the usual Cincy hat.
Well, since I missed you there I'm sure you won't have trouble finding me this saturday at Vernon as it'll just be me and Conaway with our listening party tshirts. I'm trying to get Dylan to commit to going... I know you're reading man, and Candice too!
QuoteAre they out? Will pre-ordering online work? The phones are busy! Shit!
Keep trying my man!
I got mine! CD and LP! Limit two per person. I got #'s 134 & 135 or something like that (I don't have them with me at my office). I think they'll sell out today, but there may still be more available than we think. The line moved slowly, but was well worth it.
I looked around and wondered who all was there that are Forum members, but didn't ask because I'm shy like that. I had on an ugly plaid type shirt and slacks, if anybody is wondering.
Word around the Ear X-tacy campfire is that they plan on recording it and releasing the in-store session!
I'll see y'all June 10, June 13, August 16, and hopefully more!
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it'll just be me and Conaway with our listening party tshirts. I'm trying to get Dylan to commit to going... I know you're reading man, and Candice too!
You're like the U.N. This is why I love you. It would continue the whole "two halves" theme. ;D Good luck with that! ;)
Seriously, if you see Dylan, tell him I miss him. :-*
At least we know the album will go Copper! (500 sold.)
(I made that up, I don't think they really have copper records.)
QuoteI got mine! CD and LP! Limit two per person. I got #'s 134 & 135 or something like that (I don't have them with me at my office). I think they'll sell out today, but there may still be more available than we think. The line moved slowly, but was well worth it.
I looked around and wondered who all was there that are Forum members, but didn't ask because I'm shy like that. I had on an ugly plaid type shirt and slacks, if anybody is wondering.
Word around the Ear X-tacy campfire is that they plan on recording it and releasing the in-store session!
I'll see y'all June 10, June 13, August 16, and hopefully more!
you local? if so, hell if not, get down to Vernon lanes for the listening party this saturday!
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whoa man! was Dylan in a Reds baseball cap, goatee, and shorts? i heard someone behind me yell Dylan and that guy turned around. it was a tall skinny guy that yelled at him...was that you?
i was the guy in the blue dress shirt, gray pants, and a tie right behind the guy who was maybe Dylan! i was with a tall blonded headed kid in a blue t-shirt (my future brother in law).
While I appreciate the skinny remark, I am not skinny, i just mask it well with vertical stripes! ;D
That was me in the dark blue dress shirt and yes Dylan is rocking a kick ass goatee and the usual Cincy hat.
Well, since I missed you there I'm sure you won't have trouble finding me this saturday at Vernon as it'll just be me and Conaway with our listening party tshirts. I'm trying to get Dylan to commit to going... I know you're reading man, and Candice too!
man...that's crazy i was right b/w you two guys and didn't even know it (though i had my suspicions!). i'm too shy to ask people their names too (b/c if i'm wrong then i would look like a total freak!). i will definitely seek you out at the listening party!
man...i should have totally said something to Dylan!!! oh well...maybe he will surface at the listening party.
did you ask the guys at ear X-tacy if they will let some one tape the show? i'm guessing not if they plan to record it and it release it themselves!
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I'll see y'all June 10, June 13, August 16, and hopefully more!
you local? if so, hell if not, get down to Vernon lanes for the listening party this saturday!
Oh, yes...I am local, and I have been planning on going this weekend (assuming I have the proper child care) I just forgot to put that in my "I'll see y'all..."dates.
Cool Love Dog!
Curtis, I didn't ask them though I may email Rebecca in a minute and see what she has to say since she's John's right hand woman...
I'm pretty shy as far as just talking to random folks too so I feel ya there.
You guys and girls are fucking awesome! Thanks for the encouragement. I gave up the fight for an hour until I got some support here. Then I picked up the phone again and got through on the third try. And yes, tickets were still available. Thanks.
AWESOME, glad you gave it another three tries!
glad to hear that you all got tickets! HOORAY!!
Very pleased for you guys!!! :D
First time poster here. I just now saw the news about the Ear-X-Tacy show. Does anyone know if all the tickets are sold out? I'd love to see this in-store show. If tickets are sold out and anyone happens to have an extra, please let me know. I went to school in Louisville and now live in the Cincinnati area, but I would go down to Louisville in a heartbeat to see this if I can get tickets. I am going to call them in the morning to see if any tickets remain, but seeing that an entire day has passed I don't think my chances are good! Thanks! -Rusty
QuoteFirst time poster here. I just now saw the news about the Ear-X-Tacy show. Does anyone know if all the tickets are sold out? I'd love to see this in-store show. If tickets are sold out and anyone happens to have an extra, please let me know. I went to school in Louisville and now live in the Cincinnati area, but I would go down to Louisville in a heartbeat to see this if I can get tickets. I am going to call them in the morning to see if any tickets remain, but seeing that an entire day has passed I don't think my chances are good! Thanks! -Rusty
They're probably all gone because when I got mine yesterday around 4pm(
much to my surprise they were still available), my tickets were number 423 & 424. But it doesn't hurt to call because it would definitely be worth it.
QuoteQuote:o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :oBetter hurry Kory...if ANYONE deserves a ticket you do my man ;)
just saw this, thanks for the good vibes man, you got me down there in the nick of time!
:) :) :)
This is one of those rare moments that I wish I wasn't born a yankee, and grew up in the South, or at least in Kentucky... :'(
But...it is nice to see MMJ giving some home town love.
Woot! ;)
u ready for saturday john?
yup...sure am!
Well I called this morning and they told me tickets were sold out by about 5:00 yesterday. Looks like I was a day short. If anyone has an extra or knows anyone who has an extra ticket, I would love to go! Or if anyone has any thoughts on how I can score a ticket, let me know. I would be more than willing to make the trip down from Cincinnati. Thanks! -Rusty
louisvillian here wanting a ticket. id do anything for one
you guys could always stand out front on the sidewalk. I know it's not like really being inside but if I didn't have a ticket, that's where I would be...
QuoteWell I called this morning and they told me tickets were sold out by about 5:00 yesterday. Looks like I was a day short. If anyone has an extra or knows anyone who has an extra ticket, I would love to go! Or if anyone has any thoughts on how I can score a ticket, let me know. I would be more than willing to make the trip down from Cincinnati. Thanks! -Rusty
Curses!!! Oh well, since I'm in San Diego I can always dream...
Quoteyou guys could always stand out front on the sidewalk. I know it's not like really being inside but if I didn't have a ticket, that's where I would be...
Maybe a string and 2 tin cans can work better ;D...Just in case, I'd make sure to get a long enough piece of string so they ask ya to move.
I'm so excited for this upcoming show. But a I have a few questions, some of which are a result of only having been in the store once.
How would you rate (1) the sound and (2) the visibility. What do you all think the band will do or perform to make this Louisville record release special? Is this going to be a "Listening party" where they just play the record front to back? Will it be gentle and intimate or energetic and epic? Special guests or unheard tracks?
I guess I'll find out in about a week.
QuoteI'm so excited for this upcoming show. But a I have a few questions, some of which are a result of only having been in the store once.
How would you rate (1) the sound and (2) the visibility. What do you all think the band will do or perform to make this Louisville record release special? Is this going to be a "Listening party" where they just play the record front to back? Will it be gentle and intimate or energetic and epic? Special guests or unheard tracks?
I guess I'll find out in about a week.
I'm saying (guessing) no special guests, no unheard tracks...except of course, tracks from Evil Urges.
I think what they're doing to make it special is playing there in the first place. Talking to one of the guys at Ear X-tacy, he said that MMJ hasn't played in-stores before, except for one occasion, JJ played an in-store in Seattle.
As far as sound quality goes...iffy. It won't be bad, because they won't let it be, but it's not a "venue" so it's prolly not set up for great sound. I've seen several in-stores there, and have never been turned off. But nothing of this calibur. Apparently they will close the store and move out all of the merch from the lower level and build a little riser for the band to play on. I think visibilty will be the only factor, because I think it will be hard to get 500 people (plus band, crew, promotions, employees, etc.) in there, but I'm sure they know what they're doing.
I doubt they will play a three hour rager, but I figure they will play 45 minutes to an hour anyway. I wish they would play Evil Urges in it's entirety start to finish...LIVE!!!! That would be so f'ing AWESOME!
I think that even if it's gentle and intimate, it will be energetic and epic.
I agree with Love Dog but I did hear it would be a full show... that probably means 2 hours though and not a normal instore. Jim has played a few more than just that one in Seattle as well. Go hop on youtube and search jim james all ears (I don;t have youtube at work or i'd just link it...)
QuoteI agree with Love Dog but I did hear it would be a full show... that probably means 2 hours though and not a normal instore. Jim has played a few more than just that one in Seattle as well. Go hop on youtube and search jim james all ears (I don;t have youtube at work or i'd just link it...)
Thanks for the love, Kory. I had a feeling I was wrong on some stuff, and glad I am wrong on others (possible 2 hr show!). Anyway, you're the man...I guess that's why they pay you the big bucks. 8-)
I wish you could tell my boss to pay me the big bucks for my love of the jacket...
on that note, I'd gladly take a job working for the jacket... I'll do anything, well not that...
Less than a week and I'll be holding my LP and rocking my brain to the jacket with 499 other folks!
YES!! i'll pour a frosty rootbeer float in my ear x-tacy pint glass, raise a toast to the east and throw down some serious moves in my living room in unity with you all!
fuck, that is going to be one saucy show! HOORAY FOR BEING IN THE RIGHT PLACE AT THE RIGHT TIME, KORY! [smiley=beer.gif]
I'm hoping the new merchandise will be there. My Z shirt was too small when I bought it. My Z-bear shirt was too wide and too short and then I puked on it while I was passed out drunk. Yes, I almost died with a My Morning Jacket shirt on!
I need a new shirt to almost die in.
QuoteHOORAY FOR BEING IN THE RIGHT PLACE AT THE RIGHT TIME, KORY! [smiley=beer.gif]
I was two days back from vacation... I don't know what I would have done if I was still out of town.
[smiley=shocked.gif] whew!
dude, missing shows b/c of travel is the worst.
Was anyone else told that their CD/ LP would be available on monday?
no, did they say that when u were there?
QuoteWas anyone else told that their CD/ LP would be available on monday?
I was under the impression that the cd/lp claim ticket was also the show ticket...hence, waiting until showtime on Tuesday to pick up the music. If you go early and turn in for the merch, will you lose your show ticket?
I'm thinking they won't even give it to you until show time...just my guess.
QuoteI'm thinking they won't even give it to you until show time...just my guess.
which will kinda suck and make me wish I didn't pre-order vinyl when I'm holding it the entire show... a record doesn't go in your pocket well...
QuoteQuoteI'm thinking they won't even give it to you until show time...just my guess.
which will kinda suck and make me wish I didn't pre-order vinyl when I'm holding it the entire show... a record doesn't go in your pocket well...
However, that may not be a problem since [apparently] there are some warping issues with the lp's. I'm not sure if all shipments were affected or not, but they might be.
On the phone the guy said that they sometimes get their orders in on monday and they are available for pickup, so he said call in and check.
One day away folks!
Yeah!
Also, was Louisville affected by the recent flooding? I'm hoping the roads stay open so that I can get there from Bloomington.
QuoteYeah!
Also, was Louisville affected by the recent flooding? I'm hoping the roads stay open so that I can get there from Bloomington.
Nope, we had no rain and no rise in water surface elevation of the Ohio that I've hear of yet, I'm sure it'll go up but we should be fine. I was watering the piss out of my grass this weekend, I feel bad for those folks that got hammered with rain. How's B-Town looking?
It's fine now. The main drag, Kirkwood, was under waste deep water for an afternoon. It hit suddenly so all the cars parked on Kirkwood went from dry to floating in 2 hours.
QuoteIt's fine now. The main drag, Kirkwood, was under waste deep water for an afternoon. It hit suddenly so all the cars parked on Kirkwood went from dry to floating in 2 hours.
well that sucks, glad to hear the water has receded.
any word on if we can pick up the albums today?!?
I may have an extra... it would require paying off my friend for the price of the LP ($20+tax). Of course you'd get to pick up a copy of the vinyl the day of the show...
any interest?
QuoteI may have an extra... it would require paying off my friend for the price of the LP ($20+tax). Of course you'd get to pick up a copy of the vinyl the day of the show...
any interest?
seriously, no takers? I thought someone would have jumped all over this.
QuoteQuoteI may have an extra... it would require paying off my friend for the price of the LP ($20+tax). Of course you'd get to pick up a copy of the vinyl the day of the show...
any interest?
seriously, no takers? I thought someone would have jumped all over this.
No kidding, if there was any way I could make it there from Michigan I would.
Kory I would be all over that if someone else had another extra!
My mom of all people is dying to see them and I draw the line at taking her to Waterfront Park. :) I wouldn't have the heart to go without her for the Ear Xtacy show.
Anyone with access to 2 extras please PM me! I would pay a nice sum.
pm sent to kory
if anyone has just 1 extra id pay just about anything to get it if Korys ticket is already taken
PM meeeeeeeee :D
http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080609/ZONE01/80609020&template=printart
June 9, 2008
Store suggests My Morning Jacket fans carpool
By Jeffrey Lee Puckett
jpuckett@courier-journal.com
When Louisville band My Morning Jacket performs tomorrow evening at ear X-tacy records, a little more than 500 fans and music industry insiders will attend.
That's a big crowd for a record store, but ear X-tacy owner John Timmons isn't expecting more than the typical problems associated with the chronically overcrowded Highlands neighborhood.
"We've done bigger in-stores and parking is always a challenge in the Highlands, but it's never been a real issue," said Timmons, who hosted The Foo Fighters in 2001 and Queens of the Stone Age last year. Each show drew close to 700 fans.
"My suggestion is to carpool, park in the neighborhood, or take the TARC," Timmons said. "Do not park at any other businesses."
Ear X-tacy, 1534 Bardstown Road, will close at 3 p.m. tomorrow so the band can set up. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the band performs at 6:30.
On-street parking begins at 6 p.m. on Bardstown Road and the ear X-tacy parking lot will be filled long before that. Off-duty traffic officers have been hired, Timmons said, to steer people away from the parking lot once it's full.
"We let the police know what we were doing because it's a weeknight, but they didn't seem too concerned," Timmons said.
Timmons limited tickets to 500 in order to maintain a comfortable crowd level but still expects the store to be "jammed." The area around the stage will be cleared of CD bins, which will be packed into a corner of the store furthest from the stage.
Tickets were given out when customers pre-bought the band's new album, "Evil Urges," which will be released tomorrow.
Fans without tickets will certainly congregate in the parking lot and on the sidewalk in front of the store. That typically happens when well-known bands perform at the store, Timmons said, but has never proven to be a problem.
"In the past, everyone at these in-stores have been very well-behaved," Timmons said. "We'll have staff outside lining people up, and everyone will have to have a ticket. There's really no need to get here until 4:30 but I'm sure people will be lining up before that. Hopefully, it won't rain."
think they will allow cameras today?
Quotethink they will allow cameras today?
If they do allow cameras, will you share photos on here? :)
I've got my Nikon, earXtacy has never stopped me from shooting photos. I have even sent them a link to some of the concerts I have shot there and received a good response.
What time is everyone heading down there?
QuoteQuotethink they will allow cameras today?
If they do allow cameras, will you share photos on here? :)
of course! i think Kory will get better pics with his Nikon, so i may try to capture some video for you guys! ;)
be sure to check www.37flood.com for a great review, set list, photos and more from the show!!! (and maybe video if i can get close enough!)
QuoteWhat time is everyone heading down there?
i have to come straight from work so i may not get there until the 5:20ish...hopefully i will get there earlier! doors don't open until 5:30, but you know there will be a line and the parking is gonna be hell!
QuoteQuoteQuotethink they will allow cameras today?
If they do allow cameras, will you share photos on here? :)
of course! i think Kory will get better pics with his Nikon, so i may try to capture some video for you guys! ;)
be sure to check www.37flood.com for a great review, set list, photos and more from the show!!! (and maybe video if i can get close enough!)
Very Nice. Thank you so much!
I checked out the pictures from the listening party you and friends had at the bowling alley and I enjoyed seeing all of you. That was you and Kory right?
QuoteQuoteQuoteQuotethink they will allow cameras today?
If they do allow cameras, will you share photos on here? :)
of course! i think Kory will get better pics with his Nikon, so i may try to capture some video for you guys! ;)
be sure to check www.37flood.com for a great review, set list, photos and more from the show!!! (and maybe video if i can get close enough!)
Very Nice. Thank you so much!
I checked out the pictures from the listening party you and friends had at the bowling alley and I enjoyed seeing all of you. That was you and Kory right?
yep...Kory was the badass guzzling PBR and i was the guy holding his copy of Evil Urges (and i had an evil urge to swipe it! ;) ...j/k)
just received word that the MMJ tour bus is on-site at Ear X-tacy and our beloved Kory just got Jim James to sign his ticket....AWESOME!
:D
i'm curious how this show went today. anyone back yet?
Kory where ARE YOU????
:-* :-*
The show was great. Its crazy that this was sorta "free".
They played Evil Urges front to back, then for an encore played:
Wordless
Gideon
Off the Record
OBH
Anytime
The show was phenomenal!! I wasn't sure what to expect in terms of length since it was at EarXtacy and most shows there are only 20 or 30 minutes. MMJ busted out like near two hours of pure heaven. Super packed and highly energized hometown crowd. Unbelievable show.
Here is the set list as I recall:
1. Evil Urges
2. Touch Me I'm Going to Scream Pt.1
3. Highly Suspicious
4. I'm Amazed
5. Thank You Too!
6. Sec Walkin
7. Two Halves
8. Librarian
9. Look at You
10. Aluminum Park
11. Remnants
12. Smokin From Shootin
13. Touch Me I'm Going to Scream Pt.2
14. Good Intentions
15. Wordless Chorus
16. Gideon
17. Off the Record
18. One Big Holiday
I video taped the show, for audio, as most of the film was of the ceiling or floor and hope to get the tracks uploaded soon.
So they've finally busted out Remnants! Hope you all had a spectacular time!
tsauer01 is correct but is missing Anytime as number 19.
I walked past Ear-x-tacy around 4pm(?) and there was MMJ in the window doing a sound check. There was already a bit of a line.
After several beers, my friend and I headed to the venue at 5:30. People were already being let in and we felt like we were nearly the last ones in, but still managed to find a good spot.
It quickly became clear that this was in fact going to be a live listening party for Evil Urges. The sound was good but not great. I enjoyed the show thoroughly and my friend (a first-timer to live MMJ) was impressed by Jim's voice.
My favorites (at this show) were: Highly Suspicious, Librarian, Remnants, Smokin From Shootin, and Touch Me part 2.
The crowds energy definitely picked up after Evil Urges when the band played more familiar songs. I was surprised to only hear EU, Z and one song from It Still Moves as they stated before the show that this recording might be released at ear-x-tacy. I figured that they would perform a more diverse set to make a live recording worthwhile. I don't know if anyone will buy a Evil Urges Live w/OBH CD.
Ok, I'm sounding a bit negative. Overall, it was a great experience. It was nice to see them having fun and rockin.
Other notes:
It looked like people without tickets still got a good show watching from the window (they played right next to a window). Jim even sang/played directly to the outsiders at times.
Jim said he had deja vu then went into details about having deja vu while pouring coco pebbles into a bowl of milk. He also talked about the uniqueness and experience of buying records at local, independent record stores.
I heard that someone in line sold his only ticket for $100. Word travels fast. Who on here was the one who purchased it?
I thought it was neat that I was probably standing right next to some of you without even knowing it. At one point, I almost yelled out, "Kooooooooooooryyyyyyyyyy." But I didn't
Also, I took some shitty pics but I left the camera in my friend's purse. I'll post some if no one else does.
I was surprised to find that the Evil Urges cd comes with the vinyl. Weird. I haven't put it in yet, but I noticed that the CD w/vinyl has "Rough Trade" (European distributor) and "ATO" imprinted on the disc, while the CD alone only has "ATO" imprinted.
Evil Urges is worth the buy even for just the initial surprise awaiting you when you flip open the cd or vinyl cover.
The show was amazing. My heartfelt thanks goes out to Kory, he really knows how to please fellow jacketeers.
Possibly the most exciting part of the night was the announcement made by Ear X-Tacy owner that if the recording goes well that we could see a MMJ Live at EXT album come out in the next year.
The only downfall to the show was three extremely obnoxious girls right in front of me who were worried too much about smoking and just seeing JJ rather than the music. It immediately put me in a bad mood because they were those people who just love to ruin a show for everyone. i dont know how many times they complained about Kory's height for he waited well over an hour for this experience and he was front row. Oh well, the show was still an experience and without any other shows for em this year this one will have to do.
Found this
http://criticalacclaim.wordpress.com/2008/06/11/my-morning-jacket-perform-memorable-concert-for-hometown-crowd/
Click the link on that page to see some pics and videos (youtube). I couldn't find the name of the blogger.
Kory, I guess I did see you. Were you the super tall dude against the stage in a white shirt? I might have been in front of you in line to pick up my cd and vinyl.
I'm not sure if you're talking about the same girls, but there was a girl that kept going outside then pushing her way back up to the front of the stage over and over again. I'm not sure why she bothered to attend really.
Those girls may have been annoying but they did provide me with some laughs.
Before they show one of the girls came up to Kory:
Girl: You're so tall!
Girl: Do you know how tall you are?
Kory: Yes, 6ft4.
Girl: Are you gonna be that tall the whole show?
Kory: Ummm.....
Girl: You're so tall!
When Jim threw his Wordless Chorus Towel into the crowd one of the girls caught it. She went into a total freak out. Looking like she was being electrocuted. Then she just started rubbing it all over herself. If Jim was the preacher she for sure got "healed".
Fucking awesome shows guys! Great hanging out with KC, Dylan and Candice although they're no longer representing on the boards. Glad MikeR could get the ticket from me and get to see the show. I'll write more later.
Here's a couple photos...
(http://koryjohnson.smugmug.com/photos/311183601_Eghsq-L.jpg)
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There will be more on the way, I will sort through them today...
Kory fantastic pictures!. I am so happy you made it to the front row. Good for you!
I think that is so awesome that people outside could see the show too. and that Jim James turned at times to sing towards them. It is incredible that they played for so long. What a wonderful salute to their hometown fans. I like them more and more, not only each time I hear their music but each time I read how truly awesome they are.
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I checked out the pictures from the listening party you and friends had at the bowling alley and I enjoyed seeing all of you. That was you and Kory right?
yep...Kory was the badass guzzling PBR and i was the guy holding his copy of Evil Urges (and i had an evil urge to swipe it! ;) ...j/k)
KC was the guy in the middle showing his O face. :o
This was an excellent show! Especially to be "free" since I was going to buy the CD and Vinyl anyway!
I stood next to the sound board during the whole show so I was able to watch the sound guy (I think his name is Ryan). You could tell it was the first time (outside of SXSW) he has done the live sound for the new songs. I think the band and crew were a little rusty, but I don't think this affected the sound or the show that much at all (at least to the casual listener/non forum member). The show was VERY loud, which was expected for such a small place.
The crowd was diverse...even more so than a normal Jacket show. I was thinking the whole the show that I may never see them with only 500+ again in their career. There was a definitely an annoying girl that kept coming and going...why did you even come to the show!?! Anyway...for the most part the crowd was respectful (no talking during the quiet parts of songs) and very enthusiastic. You could tell most people hadn't heard the majority of the new songs, but the reaction after they played the songs was one of pure joy. It also was weird to hear people going crazy for songs from Z...I keep forgetting that Z has been out almost 3 years now!
The new songs come off great live...even "Highly Suspicious." When you see Jim strap on the Flying V you know he's gonna bring the thunder. The band, especially Jim, Carl, and Patrick, were really into the show. This is gonna be an awesome tour. It will be interesting to see how the set list shapes up for a "normal" show. I thought going from "Touch Me...(Part 2)" into "Wordless Chorus" was a good flow and I expect they may continue to do that. The last half of the show from "Aluminum Park" to closing with "Anytime" was like a mini Rock Opera...it was very intense!!!
Jim's witty banter (as previously posted about) was in full effect. The bit about the Cocoa Pebbles was great. He was talking about having deja vu while jamming out and seeing Carl's pedal board and the ear X-tacy window. He compared it to when he dreams about pouring Cocoa Pebbles and then when he actually sits down to pour Cocoa Pebbles and sees the same table and light is shining in on the Cocoa Pebbles that everything makes sense. It was classic Jim banter.
All in all a great show with a good crowd in a great place. At several points I feared for Kory's life (he was right in front of Jim) as Jim was rocking furiously next to him and I could just see the headstock of the Flying V taking off his head! What a way to go...decapitated by Jim's Flying V! ;) Also, great to see Dylan, Candace, Kory and KC after the show....next time guys we need to share a Hookah at 360!
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Kory, I guess I did see you. Were you the super tall dude against the stage in a white shirt? I might have been in front of you in line to pick up my cd and vinyl.
yea, that was me, in that blog link you posted, I'm the 'super-tall' guy on the far right. I think those girls wanted me to shrink or something... a person can alway go so far as to lose weight but there's just no way to lose height.
Quote...next time guys we need to share a Hookah at 360!
I second that, It's been a while since I've had any strawberry flavored tobacco. Good choice on a place to get a bite to eat, even if I was only diverse enough to eat mac and cheese and onion rings...
Forgot to mention another highlight of the show (for me at least)...seeing the band's family rocking out and singing the lyrics to all the new songs. It was great...especially when Jim gave 'em a wink during OBH.
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no doubt! I looked over at them about as much as I was watching the band.
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Kory, I guess I did see you. Were you the super tall dude against the stage in a white shirt? I might have been in front of you in line to pick up my cd and vinyl.
yea, that was me, in that blog link you posted, I'm the 'super-tall' guy on the far right. I think those girls wanted me to shrink or something... a person can alway go so far as to lose weight but there's just no way to lose height.
Can you point me to the direction of the blog link...I want to see how tall you are. :D
I didn't even see Curtis at the show but he managed to keep his tie on during the show!?! I wish I had a picture gotten of you rocking out with a tie on!
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Can you point me to the direction of the blog link...I want to see how tall you are. :D
I don't think I'm that tall... other's seem to think it's freakish.
http://criticalacclaim.wordpress.com/2008/06/11/my-morning-jacket-perform-memorable-concert-for-hometown-crowd/
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Can you point me to the direction of the blog link...I want to see how tall you are. :D
I don't think I'm that tall... other's seem to think it's freakish.
http://criticalacclaim.wordpress.com/2008/06/11/my-morning-jacket-perform-memorable-concert-for-hometown-crowd/
NO freakish is SHAQ.
In the video I can see the girls behind you trying to see peek over you...that is so funny!
I didn't know there was a video... YouTube is blocked at my work...
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Can you point me to the direction of the blog link...I want to see how tall you are. :D
I don't think I'm that tall... other's seem to think it's freakish.
http://criticalacclaim.wordpress.com/2008/06/11/my-morning-jacket-perform-memorable-concert-for-hometown-crowd/
In the main photo on the blog, Jim's using a guitar I haven't seen ever before, what song are they playing?
QuoteI didn't even see Curtis at the show but he managed to keep his tie on during the show!?! I wish I had a picture gotten of you rocking out with a tie on!
yeah...i definitely looked outta place!
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Can you point me to the direction of the blog link...I want to see how tall you are. :D
I don't think I'm that tall... other's seem to think it's freakish.
http://criticalacclaim.wordpress.com/2008/06/11/my-morning-jacket-perform-memorable-concert-for-hometown-crowd/
In the main photo on the blog, Jim's using a guitar I haven't seen ever before, what song are they playing?
he's playing bass (as is Tommy) on "Two Halves"
its crazy cause he has the capo on like the 8th fret.
somebody yelled "dueling basses!" when he strapped it on...it was funny! ;D
Seeing those pics fom eysterday made me about 100x's more excited for the 20th. I don't know how I'm gonna get any work done betwen now and then. I love this band.
Alright...I put together a "highlight" reel of yesterday's performance at EarX-Tacy and it has finished uploading on youtube. This is the best of what I had as I quickly gave up on capturing quality video and focused on just capturing the audio with my camera. Check it out at this link:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=O2Lxv2HNYRU
Hopefully this isn't a violation of forum rules or anything. If it is I'll delete the post.
Cheers.
QuoteForgot to mention another highlight of the show (for me at least)...seeing the band's family rocking out and singing the lyrics to all the new songs. It was great...especially when Jim gave 'em a wink during OBH.
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Sorry, to ruin it, but he winked at me. I gave him the fist pump approval and he gave me the nod and the wink...however, he may have been winking at my girlfriend...but he doesn't seem like that kind of guy.
BTW- I got some really great pics (I hope). I shot three rolls of film but haven't developed them yet. I'll post some if they turn out. I like the mystery!
QuoteQuoteForgot to mention another highlight of the show (for me at least)...seeing the band's family rocking out and singing the lyrics to all the new songs. It was great...especially when Jim gave 'em a wink during OBH.
:)
Sorry, to ruin it, but he winked at me. I gave him the fist pump approval and he gave me the nod and the wink...however, he may have been winking at my girlfriend...but he doesn't seem like that kind of guy.
BTW- I got some really great pics (I hope). I shot three rolls of film but haven't developed them yet. I'll post some if they turn out. I like the mystery!
yeah..and he wrote "The Way That He Sings" about me! ;)
just kidding man! that's awesome!
QuoteAlright...I put together a "highlight" reel of yesterday's performance at EarX-Tacy and it has finished uploading on youtube. This is the best of what I had as I quickly gave up on capturing quality video and focused on just capturing the audio with my camera. Check it out at this link:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=O2Lxv2HNYRU
Hopefully this isn't a violation of forum rules or anything. If it is I'll delete the post.
Cheers.
I'll have to check this out at home but thanks for putting it together...
Here's my take.
This was an amazing show. The crowd was great I thought, and hats off to Ear X-Tacy for making all of it happen. The stage was set and a nice mix of soul music played before the boys came out (Marvin Gaye's - What's Happening Brother and a Sam Cooke song, which I can't remember...Anyone know it?) This set the mood nicely. Then they came out and ripped off the album. It was very exciting to see everyone's reactions and see how much they seemed to enjoy the new stuff. They finished with Good intentions and I thought they were finished...but they lit into a heavy "encore" filled with a wonderful version of OBH and Off the Record. You could tell that they...especially Jim were very happy to be there. Myself...a lifelong Louisvillian was almost reduced to tears a few times...I've been following them forever and I was so proud to see them up on that stage.
Overall it was a great show and I can't wait to get "MMJ live at Ear X-Tacy."
A few other notes.
- Jim plays Bass on Two Halves as noted earlier. A sweet Rickenbacker too!
- The guitar at the beginning of smokin' from a shootin' is played by Jim who looked as if he was just banging his palm against the strings.
- They all seemed to have new instruments and they sounded great.
- The Z panda has been replaced on the bass drum with the Evil Urges Owl
- The Bear was on stage with a mexican poncho...I got my picture taken with it afterwards! I'm a loser!
I didn't think I could love them more...but I do...plus I got the CD, a T-Shirt and At Dawn Vinyl! It was a good day.
P.S. Sorry for the long post...but if someone could tell me what the song (I think it was Sam Cooke) that played before the show was...I'd appreciate it, otherwise I'm gonna drive myself crazy. Thanks
Bo was singing a bunch of the high backing vocals. I thought it was mostly Carl until I heard the songs in person.
Did anyone notice who was doing the background vocals on Touch Me Part I at the end during the "untied" portion? Sounds soooo goood.
QuoteDid anyone notice who was doing the background vocals on Touch Me Part I at the end during the "untied" portion? Sounds soooo goood.
Dave, I'm thinking that it was Both Carl and Bo... All three of them were singing! I think Carl is doing some highs and lows and Bo is hitting the highs on a lot of songs...
QuoteQuoteDid anyone notice who was doing the background vocals on Touch Me Part I at the end during the "untied" portion? Sounds soooo goood.
Dave, I'm thinking that it was Both Carl and Bo... All three of them were singing! I think Carl is doing some highs and lows and Bo is hitting the highs on a lot of songs...
I thought for sure that was Jim doing layers on the album but when I listened to the WFPK show it sounded just like the CD so I knew it had to be somebody else or in the can (which would have been fine with me, I have no issue with a few clips played thru the keys)
you know, now that you say that, I recall hearing a synth'd Jim vocal during soundcheck but I just cannot remember what song it was for. They played it several times and you could tell it was a clip and not him doing it live. I should pay better attention.
Oh I certainly wouldn't have noticed either, except for the fact that I have been wondering about that one background vocal cause it sounds so sweet. I just kept envisioning a guest female vocalist doing it live with them at bonnaroo or something.
Oh, and how about some Andrew Bird violin on Librarian? Is he going to be at Bonnaroo I wonder.....
Quoteyou know, now that you say that, I recall hearing a synth'd Jim vocal during soundcheck but I just cannot remember what song it was for. They played it several times and you could tell it was a clip and not him doing it live. I should pay better attention.
The only time a synth was used of Jim's voice last night was the "AhhhAHHHahhh" during Anytime.
Mr Goodies
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(Kory is in this photo too. Is he going to be that tall for the entire photo?)
Mr Ty
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Mr Message
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Mr Bramble
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Mr Honey
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Mr Bear
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QuoteQuoteQuoteDid anyone notice who was doing the background vocals on Touch Me Part I at the end during the "untied" portion? Sounds soooo goood.
Dave, I'm thinking that it was Both Carl and Bo... All three of them were singing! I think Carl is doing some highs and lows and Bo is hitting the highs on a lot of songs...
I thought for sure that was Jim doing layers on the album but when I listened to the WFPK show it sounded just like the CD so I knew it had to be somebody else or in the can (which would have been fine with me, I have no issue with a few clips played thru the keys)
I was talking to Carl's dad last year at the Rudyard Kipling show and he was saying that one of the reasons carl was brought into the band (other than the fact that he is the MF'ing BOMB-DIGGITY) is that his voice sounds a lot like (and blends well with) Jim's. They really utilized that on this album.
Can someone confirm an exact setlist so I can add it to my records.
Thx!
The setlist is already up on the Archive section of Mymorningjacket.com
http://www.mymorningjacket.com/archive/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=693&Itemid=26
And it is correct. Exactly.
uh. better late than never...
http://www.courier-journal.com/blogs/vel14/2008/06/my-morning-jacket-at-ear-x-tacy-pooch.html
Oooo, me too!
http://37flood.blogspot.com/2008/06/photos-mmj-ear-x-tacy.html
but you didn't get pooch buying evil urges so i win! i win! I WIN! :D
only because Pooch was allowed in the store before I was. I guess that means I still lose.
whaddaya mean? pooch pre-ordered and waited in line like everyone else!
ok then, I win because I was first in line! Whoo! Hoooo!
well, i was saying i win bec i have the shot of pooch buying the record... that said, kudos to you and your tallness for making it from the front of the stage to the front of the line!
how baller is pooch?
I think I missed something. Who is Pooch?
dasmondhaschen posted a blog a few posts up. Look at the first picture.
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baller?! cake throwing lady, you make me feel so old! :o
QuoteQuotehow baller is pooch?
baller?! cake throwing lady, you make me feel so old! :o
oh noes!! could it also be due to my over-usage of the word "tight?" i promise in real life i use other adjectives. oh, and remember, "everyone is the age of their heart." :-*
came across this photo on some blog and thought some of you might get a laugh out of it after reading the notorious mention of the three girls earlier in the thread...and given that they were standing dancing behind me the whole show as well:
(http://cmsimg.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcsi.dll/bilde?NewTbl=1&Avis=B2&Dato=20080612&Kategori=VELOCITY03&Lopenr=806120805&Ref=PH&Item=24&MaxW=455)
Yeah, those girls didn't fit in, but if they really enjoy the music...then, great! But the main reason I replied to this thread is because I wanted to bring it back to the forefront, to remind people how awesome it was!
http://leoweekly.com/?q=node/7086
Hometown Heroics...
(I'll see some of you on Friday!! :-))