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Title: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: EC on May 19, 2008, 03:36 PM
Toronto: me for sure
Montreal: me maybe, but probably

who else, who else? :)
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on May 20, 2008, 10:24 AM
I will be at the Toronto show, I can't wait!
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: sideroad32 on May 20, 2008, 01:37 PM
TO for sho
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: youngvedder on May 22, 2008, 09:15 AM
ill be there with recorder in hand.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on May 24, 2008, 04:18 PM
I think Montreal gets the better venue:



Seating set-up:

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General Admission:

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Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: EC on May 26, 2008, 10:25 AM
mmm that looks like a good place.
i saw them open for wilco at the metropolis fourteen billion years ago, and i liked that place, too.
maybe it's because montreal is better than toronto.

yeah, i said it.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Jaimoe on May 26, 2008, 03:36 PM
Quotemmm that looks like a good place.
i saw them open for wilco at the metropolis fourteen billion years ago, and i liked that place, too.
maybe it's because montreal is better than toronto.

yeah, i said it.

I agree, but you can't beat Toronto's neighbourhoods.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: EC on May 26, 2008, 08:52 PM
that's true.  right now where i live, it's not really a "neighbourhood" b/c we're on a major street.  but whenever i've lived on a residential street, i've always enjoyed my neighbours.  and the various shops around here feel like a neighbourhood.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: EC on Jun 05, 2008, 03:06 PM
from this week's NOW mag:
http://www.nowtoronto.com/music/story.cfm?content=163390

those are some nice things to say, but...  i didn't think MMJ's concert was part of NXNE...  

jaimoe, does that seem right to you?
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Jaimoe on Jun 05, 2008, 04:10 PM
Quotefrom this week's NOW mag:
http://www.nowtoronto.com/music/story.cfm?content=163390

those are some nice things to say, but...  i didn't think MMJ's concert was part of NXNE...  

jaimoe, does that seem right to you?

I think the organizers have piggy-backed the MMJ concert with the NXNE fest. At least it feels like they did. Whatever. It's good news for the festival.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: tbw on Jun 05, 2008, 07:42 PM
Me and Me
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: EC on Jun 06, 2008, 10:38 AM
:)  more canadians!! (i think.  are you?)
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 12, 2008, 12:06 PM
I can't wait for the Toronto show.
It sucks we aren't get a full 'evening' like the american cities are, but it's gonna be a blast. I'm taking like 6 people with me that have never seen them before, so i hope they play lots of mmj classics. That being said, i cant wait to hear the new stuff live.
I would die if they played 'steam engine' I really would.
It feels like forver since i have last seen them.
Ok that's the end of dumb fanboy post...
im just too excited!
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Billo on Jun 13, 2008, 09:34 AM
I'll be there with 2 newbies or perhaps as many as 4 newbies.
Not expecting anything pre-Z other than One Big Holiday and Golden
And one other from the Pre It Still Moves Era.  They are playing Oxen town though.
Billo
Glad to be reconnected to the 'forum family' after many months away.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: daJIG on Jun 13, 2008, 10:04 AM
Good morning ;)

does anyone know how we get some requests for the playlists?
not to sound important or anything.. but I'm making a big effort to attend and driving 8 hrs as this is my closest venue and I've been waiting for a Canadian date for awhile now... I'M GOING TO DO A BOTTLE DRIVE TO GET TO TORONTO this weekend... and man oh man... would be all worth it if I get to hear them perform "the Bear"
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Billo on Jun 13, 2008, 10:14 AM
Dress as a bear.
8 hours  where are you the Sault?
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 13, 2008, 10:43 AM
QuoteI'll be there with 2 newbies or perhaps as many as 4 newbies.
Not expecting anything pre-Z other than One Big Holiday and Golden
And one other from the Pre It Still Moves Era.  They are playing Oxen town though.
Billo
Glad to be reconnected to the 'forum family' after many months away.

I really want to hear mahgeetah, one big holiday, run thru, and steam engine, lol.
Guess i'm dreaming...
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Jaimoe on Jun 15, 2008, 07:21 PM
For those going to the Toronto gig on Monday, I'll be at the Jason George Pub (Front Street and Jarvis) for some pre-drinks. If you show up at the pub, I'll be the dude wearing the vintage Toronto Blue Jays jersey. Looking forward to the show... to say the least.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: tbw on Jun 15, 2008, 11:41 PM
QuoteFor those going to the Toronto gig on Monday, I'll be at the Jason George Pub (Front Street and Jarvis) for some pre-drinks. If you show up at the pub, I'll be the dude wearing the vintage Toronto Blue Jays jersey. Looking forward to the show... to say the least.

J -
I am looking forward to hearing about this show. I tried to make it up there but just could not with the NYC trip so close.



Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 16, 2008, 07:32 AM
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QuoteFor those going to the Toronto gig on Monday, I'll be at the Jason George Pub (Front Street and Jarvis) for some pre-drinks. If you show up at the pub, I'll be the dude wearing the vintage Toronto Blue Jays jersey. Looking forward to the show... to say the least.

J -
I am looking forward to hearing about this show. I tried to make it up there but just could not with the NYC trip so close.

I also can't find that thread where we talked about this but I wanted to comment about you being from one of my favorite cities in Canada, Kingston right?. That was odd that I mentioned it and you are originally from there...strange?. It is a beautiful city as is Toronto.




It was the thread about the poor guy that can't get a diagnosis for his debilitating ailment.

That's right, I'm the one from Kingston. I think Kingston is a prettier city than Toronto; it embraces history whereas developers in Toronto try to destroy the past. Toronto's still a great town though. Too bad you can't make the show, however, if I had to pick, I'd rather go to the MMJ Montreal gig. Better venue and a better vibe.  
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 16, 2008, 09:08 AM
I can't wait for this show, it's going to be a looooooong day at work....
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: theconcertaholic on Jun 16, 2008, 11:15 AM
Any opener tonight.
How long is this type of set expected to be?
Are they recovered from Roo yet?

New to the board and the Band - will be at the show tonight down front.

Thanks

Jeff
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 16, 2008, 12:27 PM
QuoteAny opener tonight.
How long is this type of set expected to be?
Are they recovered from Roo yet?

New to the board and the Band - will be at the show tonight down front.

Thanks

Jeff

MMJ play one long set - I'd bet on it being longer than 2 hours 15 minutes. Expect them to hit the stage between 9 - 9:30.

The opening band is The Besnard Lakes, yet another great Montreal band:  http://www.myspace.com/thebesnardlakes

I'll be near the front, wearing my old school Blue Jays jersey.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 16, 2008, 01:09 PM
Too bad the show is at the kool haus.
If the doors open at 8, wouldn't that mean that the opening band would start around 9?
i'm not sure cause i dont go to many shows there...
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: theconcertaholic on Jun 16, 2008, 03:07 PM
What is the deal with MMJ in Canada?
Looked at venues over the last 5-6 years.. Lee's Palace, Opera House

Then down in the US its Bonaroo, MSG, Red Rocks and so on...

They seem to have the reverse issue The Tragically Hip has had in a way over the years. I drive down to see them play Irving Plaza in NYC and Theater Of Living Arts in Philly - then a month later I see them here in Arena's 2-3-4 nights in a row within an hour of each other.

Looking froward to the live show bigtime.

Jeff
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 16, 2008, 03:13 PM
The lee's palace show was amazing. And as crappy as the opera house is, it was sweet to see the band play in a small venue like that. Unlike the kool haus, ugh..i hate that place.
But i don't really care, because mmj are going to be amazing tonight my friend, amazing. I just hope they play steam engine...
Oh, and i heard something about jim's omnichord getting destroyed in the rain at bonnarroo, i hope he has a back up!!! Cause i want me some touch me part 2 tonight, y'all!
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 16, 2008, 05:48 PM
The deal with MMJ in Canada? Well, no one knows who the hell they are. They ain't even big in the States yet.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 17, 2008, 12:56 AM
WOW.
that show was amazing.
it's definitely going to be high on the list of best mmj shows i have ever been to...
i am going to have to re-evaluate my top 5 shows list.
wow.
wow.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Jaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 01:17 AM
Tonight's show ranks #4 of the 4 MMJ show's I've been to. I'm not jumping through hoops over Evil Urges, so tonight's Evil Urges-heavy set detracted from my overall enjoyment. I wasn't alone either, and you are kidding yourself if anyone here thinks differently. The encore saved the night and overall, I liked the concert; it's just not killer like previous shows.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 17, 2008, 01:58 AM
QuoteTonight's show ranks #4 of the 4 MMJ show's I've been to. I'm not jumping through hoops over Evil Urges, so tonight's Evil Urges-heavy set detracted from my overall enjoyment. I wasn't alone either, and you are kidding yourself if anyone here thinks differently. The encore saved the night and overall, I liked the concert; it's just not killer like previous shows.

I thought the Evil urges stuff was amazing tonight. If I think so, am I kidding myself??? I think you put a little too much value on your personal opinion sir.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 07:07 AM
Quote
QuoteTonight's show ranks #4 of the 4 MMJ show's I've been to. I'm not jumping through hoops over Evil Urges, so tonight's Evil Urges-heavy set detracted from my overall enjoyment. I wasn't alone either, and you are kidding yourself if anyone here thinks differently. The encore saved the night and overall, I liked the concert; it's just not killer like previous shows.

I thought the Evil urges stuff was amazing tonight. If I think so, am I kidding myself??? I think you put a little too much value on your personal opinion sir.

I am slightly disheartened by last night's show and wrote what I wrote accordingly. I do not put too much on my personal opinion, however I am a music reviewer and I gotta call it the way I see it. In fairness, I liked a number of Evil Urges tunes last night, but none compared to their older stuff, save "Librarian", "Evil Urges", "I'm Amazed" and a couple more - and few bands out there can unleash new material and expect them to upstage the older stuff. I walked and looked around constantly and it was obvious that the crowd really got a charge out of older tunes. I was at the Berkeley Church show a few months ago in Toronto and thought that it was a better show than the one last night, and most of this is attributed to pacing; and the Evil Urges tunes were better received.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: YouAre_GivenToFly on Jun 17, 2008, 07:17 AM
what was the setlist? what older tunes did they pull out?
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 07:30 AM
Quotewhat was the setlist? what older tunes did they pull out?


I don't have the setlist, but my friend wrote down most of the tunes. He'll be at work soon, so I'll post it when and if I can. Older tunes? Well, they played a rousing version of "Lowdown", "Golden" (of course), "Gideon", "Off The Record", "One Big Holiday", "Run Thru", "Lay Low", "Steam Engine". The rest was fleshed-out by Evil Urges tunes.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Jahmazed on Jun 17, 2008, 08:09 AM
I'd love to see a set list for Toronto. but I'll probably miss it because I've got to go pack the car for Montreal..   8-)
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: bold99 on Jun 17, 2008, 08:40 AM
QuoteThe deal with MMJ in Canada? Well, no one knows who the hell they are. They ain't even big in the States yet.

check their tour dates....sold out Radio city...playing MSG on NYE...yeah I think that qualifies as making it big in the states.

and the Evil Urges songs killed at the Roo'
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: YouAre_GivenToFly on Jun 17, 2008, 08:47 AM
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QuoteThe deal with MMJ in Canada? Well, no one knows who the hell they are. They ain't even big in the States yet.

check their tour dates....sold out Radio city...playing MSG on NYE...yeah I think that qualifies as making it big in the states.

and the Evil Urges songs killed at the Roo'

Don't forget SNL! And the covers of Spin, Billboard, Paste, etc.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 17, 2008, 09:12 AM
Everyone around me was going nuts for the new stuff. Save perhaps for remnants, and touch me part 1. Of course people are going to freak out for the older stuff, that's what happens. But the new stuff was received very well, save for 1 or 2 songs.
I couldnt believe how good sec walking sounded live.
The crowd was high energy all night, it definitely was not a show that was 'saved by the encore' that's for sure...
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 09:21 AM
QuoteEveryone around me was going nuts for the new stuff. Save perhaps for remnants, and touch me part 1. Of course people are going to freak out for the older stuff, that's what happens. But the new stuff was received very well, save for 1 or 2 songs.
I couldnt believe how good sec walking sounded live.
The crowd was high energy all night, it definitely was not a show that was 'saved by the encore' that's for sure...

For a MMJ concert, the crowd energy was just pretty good. Shockingly, I saw quite a few people leave before the encore. It thinned out noticably on the right of stage.  
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: nextstop on Jun 17, 2008, 09:26 AM
Just registered (have browsed these threads for a long time) to comment on the show.

Personally loved it, and loved the way the Evil Urges stuff translated live. Crowd was pretty tame and clearly more receptive to the older stuff, but come on; the album was released six days ago, the venue's acoustics are not great, and it was a Monday night.

With those factors stacked against the band, I still thought they were terrific.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 09:29 AM
QuoteJust registered (have browsed these threads for a long time) to comment on the show.

Personally loved it, and loved the way the Evil Urges stuff translated live. Crowd was pretty tame and clearly more receptive to the older stuff, but come on; the album was released six days ago, the venue's acoustics are not great, and it was a Monday night.

With those factors stacked against the band, I still thought they were terrific.

I agree with all of that, except I just "liked" the show. The pacing was a little strange too though. The Berkeley Church show had a similar set list but was almost mind-blowing.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: tbw on Jun 17, 2008, 09:51 AM
Quote

I am slightly disheartened by last night's show and wrote what I wrote accordingly. I do not put too much on my personal opinion, however I am a music reviewer and I gotta call it the way I see it. In fairness, I liked a number of Evil Urges tunes last night, but none compared to their older stuff, save "Librarian", "Evil Urges", "I'm Amazed" and a couple more - and few bands out there can unleash new material and expect them to upstage the older stuff. I walked and looked around constantly and it was obvious that the crowd really got a charge out of older tunes. I was at the Berkeley Church show a few months ago in Toronto and thought that it was a better show than the one last night, and most of this is attributed to pacing; and the Evil Urges tunes were better received.


If you do not mind me asking, who do you review music for? I must say I am disappointed as I really wanted to hear an awesome review...Was it an intimate setting? How many does the venue hold? How did SteamEngine sound. I am hoping to hear that song live, in concert. If I don't get tickets to Friday I have to wait until end of August. :'(

Did you see EC at the show? Do you know her? Just curious....as I know from the postings that she was here for a long time and had planned to go to the Toronto show...
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 17, 2008, 10:14 AM
Quote
Quote

I am slightly disheartened by last night's show and wrote what I wrote accordingly. I do not put too much on my personal opinion, however I am a music reviewer and I gotta call it the way I see it. In fairness, I liked a number of Evil Urges tunes last night, but none compared to their older stuff, save "Librarian", "Evil Urges", "I'm Amazed" and a couple more - and few bands out there can unleash new material and expect them to upstage the older stuff. I walked and looked around constantly and it was obvious that the crowd really got a charge out of older tunes. I was at the Berkeley Church show a few months ago in Toronto and thought that it was a better show than the one last night, and most of this is attributed to pacing; and the Evil Urges tunes were better received.


If you do not mind me asking, who do you review music for? I must say I am disappointed as I really wanted to hear an awesome review...Was it an intimate setting? How many does the venue hold? How did SteamEngine sound. I am hoping to hear that song live, in concert. If I don't get tickets to Friday I have to wait until end of August. :'(

Did you see EC at the show? Do you know her? Just curious....as I know from the postings that she was here for a long time and had planned to go to the Toronto show...

It was an awesome show, on a monday night, at a horrible venue. I guess if someone doesn't like Evil Urges, I can see why they would be disappointed. But I have seen mmj about 6 or 7 times, and I think last night's show was incredible.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 10:16 AM
I did see EC at the show. We chatted briefly. She's doing well, looks fabulous and is very busy with her music.

I've been a writer for Jambands.ca for 5 years and I recently got hired for the online music magazine SoundProof. They want my review of last night's show by the end of the day, but I've only had four hours sleep and I'm at my regular job today (I work for a music TV channel).

The Kool Haus is a general admission concert hall that holds 2000 comfortably. It's my least favourite concert venue in Toronto and I've seen tons of shows there. It's a cavernous place and the acoustics are usually suspect and not surprisingly, the sound wasn't very good for most of the night. Jim's voice sounded pretty good though. I'm going to give the show a positive review, but it wasn't as good as past shows.  
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 17, 2008, 10:31 AM
QuoteThe Kool Haus is a general admission concert hall that holds 2000 comfortably. It's my least favourite concert venue in Toronto and I've seen tons of shows there. It's a cavernous place and the acoustics are usually suspect and not surprisingly, the sound wasn't very good for most of the night.   

You got that right. I hate the kool haus. Toronto has some pretty bad venues. I remember the time I saw Belle and Sebastian at the docks, and the Pixies at Arrow Hall. Seeing such good bands at such horrible venues can be really frustrating...
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: Nectar502001 on Jun 17, 2008, 10:32 AM
You people will be begging for EU stuff in a few years once it's "old" stuff.

Enjoy it now!

Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 10:34 AM
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QuoteThe Kool Haus is a general admission concert hall that holds 2000 comfortably. It's my least favourite concert venue in Toronto and I've seen tons of shows there. It's a cavernous place and the acoustics are usually suspect and not surprisingly, the sound wasn't very good for most of the night.   

You got that right. I hate the kool haus. Toronto has some pretty bad venues. I remember the time I saw Belle and Sebastian at the docks, and the Pixies at Arrow Hall. Seeing such good bands at such horrible venues can be really frustrating...

I stand corrected: Arrow Hall is by far the worst venue in the city followed by The Docks. I was at that Pixies show and hated hated hated that souless venue; Kool Haus feels like Massey Hall by comparison.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 17, 2008, 10:39 AM
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Quote
QuoteThe Kool Haus is a general admission concert hall that holds 2000 comfortably. It's my least favourite concert venue in Toronto and I've seen tons of shows there. It's a cavernous place and the acoustics are usually suspect and not surprisingly, the sound wasn't very good for most of the night.   

You got that right. I hate the kool haus. Toronto has some pretty bad venues. I remember the time I saw Belle and Sebastian at the docks, and the Pixies at Arrow Hall. Seeing such good bands at such horrible venues can be really frustrating...

I stand corrected: Arrow Hall is by far the worst venue in the city followed by The Docks. I was at that Pixies show and hated hated hated that souless venue; Kool Haus feels like Massey Hall by comparison.

LOL. so true. I waited my whole life to see the pixies. and I saw them at arrow hall. the irony.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: tbw on Jun 17, 2008, 10:42 AM
Quote

I stand corrected: Arrow Hall is by far the worst venue in the city followed by The Docks. I was at that Pixies show and hated hated hated that souless venue; Kool Haus feels like Massey Hall by comparison.

Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 10:52 AM
2008-06-16 Kool Haus - Toronto, ON

1. Evil Urges
2. I'm Amazed
3. Off The Record
4. What A Wonderful Man
5. Gideon
6. Highly Suspicious
7. Thank You Too!
8. Lowdown
9. Touch Me I'm Going To Scream Pt.1
10. Librarian
11. Sec Walkin
12. Golden
13. Two Halves
14. The Way That He Sings
15. Lay Low
16. Aluminum Park
17. Remnants
18. Smokin From Shootin
19. Touch Me I'm Going To Scream Pt.2
----------
20. Wordless Chorus
21. Steam Engine
22. One Big Holiday
23. Run Thru
24. Anytime
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: johnboy9 on Jun 17, 2008, 11:16 AM
Fantastic show last night!
Yes, it was heavy on the new record and there were only 2 pre-ISM...but this band is so good it doesn't matter what they play, they blow the roof off.
Some funny things were: they had some technical difficulites, Jim's V didn't work for Amazed, and there was some problems with the drums and Jim said "We just played in Bonnaroo and it poured rain the whole time...when you mix water with electronics things get fucked up." Then said they would work through it for us! It was pretty funny. He also said it's nice to know the weekend isn't over just because it's Monday! haha.
The encore was mindblowing as well. Steam Engine was great. I love watching Patrick during his solo. OBH was amazing and I thought it was going to be the end. Then RUN THRU! It is so loud and heavy and amazing live. I giggled the whole way through. Anytime followed and was also amazing.
The new stuff sounds great. The more familiar stuff definitely got the crowd going a lot more, but I think for the most part everyone seemed to enjoy the new stuff too.
Both Touch Mes are amazing live. Especially Pt 2. For sure a major highlight of the show. He played the Omnichord with his face at one point while playing the guitar!
Jim looked like he was having a blast during The Way That He Sings. And the whole band rocked incredibly hard during the entire encore. Carl was jumping around doing windmills. Amazing!

We're lucky to love this band. No matter the set list they deliver every single time. I will not complain that they don't play too many songs off of the first two records because what they do play is so amazing.

Enjoy the rest of the tour!
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: bold99 on Jun 17, 2008, 11:46 AM
sounds awesome.

anyone that doesn't expect a heavy Evil Urges set is crazy..this is the Evil Urges tour!
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: theconcertaholic on Jun 17, 2008, 12:05 PM
QuoteEspecially Pt 2. For sure a major highlight of the show. He played the Omnichord with his face at one point while playing the guitar! -

I have this video along with 2or 3 others, 2 Audio Files, a photo of the setlist, lots of other photos and a full review of my first experience with these guys.

I was Blown away standing 12 feet from JJ.

It will take 24hrs to get it all uploaded to share. This will be the first place I post it all!

If I didn't have a family at home I would drive to Montreal today by myself no questions asked!

I have a lot of questions to get up to speed on this band but that will come after I assemble my show archive and get it all live.

Jeff
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: cmccubbin25 on Jun 17, 2008, 12:48 PM
thanks Jeff!

we will try to answer any questions you have!
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: theconcertaholic on Jun 17, 2008, 01:55 PM
Just went thru my photos and after looking at the setlist photo "At Dawn" was on the setlist before "Wordless" in the encore set.

Also instead of "I'm Amazed" they have the words "I'm Amused"  8-)

Jeff
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: lay low girl on Jun 17, 2008, 02:02 PM
The show was so amazing. I'm still reeling...

For those of you disappointed about the EU-heavy set list, you're crazy! I thought so many of the songs sounded great, esp. Aluminum Park and Remnants.

I really disliked Highly Suspicious upon first listen but now LOVE it, and I had a feeling it was going to be amazing live, which it was.

Touch Me Pt 2 was like some sort of rockin' disco wonderland.

The encore was INSANE - people really started to let loose and dance. The band was obviously having a great time and it was contagious. I thought I was going to cry when I heard the opening notes of Run Thru.

Random observation: I noticed that the crowd was very MALE - long lines for the men's room, short one for the ladies - for once! :-)

More girls need to come out to th shows and dance it up!!!
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: youngvedder on Jun 17, 2008, 02:41 PM
well its about 16 hours since the show ended and my ears are still ringing like crazy. We were able to get right in front of JJ and had the railing to keep us up. What an amazing show. This is my fourth time, and this, for me, was fantastic; technical issues and all.

I was able to record, but havent had the opportunity to listen/edit it yet, but will put it up asap. Ill throw up some pics and the link later.

Cheers,

Yv
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: petemoss on Jun 17, 2008, 03:24 PM
Yeah it was an amazing show for sure. Don't listen to the few jaded people who don't like the new stuff, the show was electric.
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: sloburnjo on Jun 17, 2008, 03:40 PM
first time caller here!
thanks for the set list
we are blessed, TO and MTL pre eurofest gigs
the only downer at le national = your knees/posture take a beating if it's
general admission the floor is inclined...
i just went down to le national(montreal) to procure tix
mr james was cordially signing autograph between bus and rear entrance
wished him and his the best...
:P
anyone interested in sharing gas/trip to new year's eve bash @ MSG?
Title: Re: Toronto/Montreal roll call
Post by: red on Jun 17, 2008, 06:00 PM
How were The Besnard Lakes?

I saw them last year and it was a great show, aside from the fact that the show was at one of the worst venues (yet best bars) in SK.
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Post by: ItStillJaimoe on Jun 17, 2008, 06:14 PM
QuoteHow were The Besnard Lakes?

I saw them last year and it was a great show, aside from the fact that the show was at one of the worst venues (yet best bars) in SK.

I thought they were pretty good. They certainly got better as their set wore on. The crowd was pretty receptive towards them too when they decided to pay attention: the cure of the opening band.
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Post by: YouAre_GivenToFly on Jun 18, 2008, 08:11 AM
I know its early... but any word on the set from last night?
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Post by: andrew.francke on Jun 18, 2008, 10:45 AM
Last night rocked!
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Post by: YouAre_GivenToFly on Jun 18, 2008, 10:45 AM
QuoteLast night rocked!
;D

what did they play? I'm dying to know
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Post by: andrew.francke on Jun 18, 2008, 10:45 AM
ok that was my "normal message" so I can post the goods:

(http://photos-c.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v250/181/114/569582796/n569582796_933138_1071.jpg)

Last night was incredible.  Venue was very suited to the band and the crowd was focused intently.  I dont have an exact setlist (I am sure one will surface) but going from memory I am sure of the opener and set closer, with the rest in there something close to this order - and I know I am missing a bunch...

Evil Urges
Off the Record
Gideon
Highly Suspicious
Golden
Sec Walkin
I'm Amazed
It Beats 4 U
Thank You Too
Dondante
Smokin from Shootin > Touch Me Part 2

Encore was 4 or 5 songs and it totally smoked with Anytime and One Big Holiday.

I for one feel extremely lucky to have seen this band at this significant launching point of their career.  Pretty sure I'll never be able to see them in a venue that size again.  I will be at MSG for NYE for another ride!  BRING IT!!

Here are my photos from the show posted on my facebook account.  Grace Potter was in attendance and was very friendly to chat with after the show.  Good times!

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=39412&l=a33bd&id=569582796
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Post by: YouAre_GivenToFly on Jun 18, 2008, 10:54 AM
awesome... that stage looks tiny... RCMH is going to be quite a different scene
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Post by: bold99 on Jun 18, 2008, 11:29 AM
Quoteok that was my "normal message" so I can post the goods:

(http://photos-c.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v250/181/114/569582796/n569582796_933138_1071.jpg)

Last night was incredible.  Venue was very suited to the band and the crowd was focused intently.  I dont have an exact setlist (I am sure one will surface) but going from memory I am sure of the opener and set closer, with the rest in there something close to this order - and I know I am missing a bunch...

Evil Urges
Off the Record
Gideon
Highly Suspicious
Golden
Sec Walkin
I'm Amazed
It Beats 4 U
Thank You Too
Dondante
Smokin from Shootin > Touch Me Part 2

Encore was 4 or 5 songs and it totally smoked with Anytime and One Big Holiday.

I for one feel extremely lucky to have seen this band at this significant launching point of their career.  Pretty sure I'll never be able to see them in a venue that size again.  I will be at MSG for NYE for another ride!  BRING IT!!

Here are my photos from the show posted on my facebook account.  Grace Potter was in attendance and was very friendly to chat with after the show.  Good times!

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=39412&l=a33bd&id=569582796

So did Grace play with them?  she rules.
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Post by: andrew.francke on Jun 18, 2008, 01:04 PM
No guests last night.  Jim did mention a thanks to Brad Barr (The Slip/Surprise Me Mr Davis) for making it possible for them to play the show - maybe some equipment failed after all the rain at Bonnaroo?  (my best guess, pure speculation)
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Post by: youngvedder on Jun 18, 2008, 04:21 PM
ears are still ringing from monday..and still in awe...

a small review..

http://www.chartattack.com/DAMN/2008/06/1748.cfm
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Post by: andrew.francke on Jun 18, 2008, 04:47 PM
Here is my clip of how they went off stage - rocking a ferocious 'Holiday and sending us home only wanting more!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gokq5ArWpNg
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Post by: jrat on Jun 18, 2008, 07:32 PM
what a great show last night! i could reach up and touch JJ several times if i wanted too, but thats kinda creepy.
got some wicked pics and vids, ill post a few later when they are ready.

Long asfter the show i was wandering in downtown MTL and came back to the venue for some pizza slices, and there was the band! Shook hand with Tommy and said thanks for the great shows in Roo and again in MTL, to which he thanked me for going to both. Carl came out for a slice after too, i cheered, gave praise and was thanked again. i can die happy now
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Post by: dasmondhaschen on Jun 18, 2008, 08:52 PM
MONTREAL SET LIST
(le baxter du cc asked me to post)

Evil Urges
Off the Record
Gideon
I'm Amazed
Highly Suspicious
Laylow
Touch Me I'm Going to Scream Pt 1
What a Wonderful Man
Sec Walkin
Golden
Thank You Too
The Way That He Sings
Remnants
Smokin From Shootin
Touch Me I'm Going to Scream Pt 2
-------
Wordless Chorus
It Beats 4 U
Dondante
Run Thru
Anytime
One Big Holiday

I'll have some pictures in the gallery one of these days.
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Post by: The DARK on Jun 18, 2008, 09:58 PM
That sounds a bit short for a 2 1/2 hour setlist...and chartattack said they played all the new songs except Look at You... :-?
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Post by: petemoss on Jun 18, 2008, 10:07 PM
QuoteThat sounds a bit short for a 2 1/2 hour setlist...and chartattack said they played all the new songs except Look at You... :-?

the chart attack review was for the toronto show
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Post by: The DARK on Jun 18, 2008, 10:11 PM
Quote
QuoteThat sounds a bit short for a 2 1/2 hour setlist...and chartattack said they played all the new songs except Look at You... :-?

the chart attack review was for the toronto show

Thank you sir for correcting my idiot mistake.  ;D
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Post by: YouAre_GivenToFly on Jun 18, 2008, 10:53 PM
Quotewhat a great show last night! i could reach up and touch JJ several times if i wanted too, but thats kinda creepy.
got some wicked pics and vids, ill post a few later when they are ready.

Long asfter the show i was wandering in downtown MTL and came back to the venue for some pizza slices, and there was the band! Shook hand with Tommy and said thanks for the great shows in Roo and again in MTL, to which he thanked me for going to both. Carl came out for a slice after too, i cheered, gave praise and was thanked again. i can die happy now

Fucking AWESOME.
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Post by: theconcertaholic on Jun 18, 2008, 11:30 PM
So I was a little longer than 24 hours but better late then ever.

As promised this is the first place I am posting up my link to my Review of the Toronto Show... which includes 4-6 videos, some photos and links to my 50+ photos on Flickr etc.

I am not a writer... just a music lover who happens to have stumbled on MMJ only in the last 90 days and wants to share in my own style how the show was for me.

MMJ Toronto Review
http://concertaholics.com/2008/06/16/my-morning-jacket-toronto-2008/

Thanks,

Jeff

The Review is pretty long especially if you watch the videos in the middle of it... so for those who just want to see some photos go here

MMJ Toronto Photos.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/concertaholics/sets/72157605663356694/
Slideshow
http://www.flickr.com/photos/concertaholics/sets/72157605663356694/show/
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Post by: bold99 on Jun 18, 2008, 11:39 PM
QuoteSo I was a little longer than 24 hours but better late then ever.

As promised this is the first place I am posting up my link to my Review of the Toronto Show... which includes 4-6 videos, some photos and links to my 50+ photos on Flickr etc.

I am not a writer... just a music lover who happens to have stumbled on MMJ only in the last 90 days and wants to share in my own style how the show was for me.

MMJ Toronto Review
http://concertaholics.com/2008/06/16/my-morning-jacket-toronto-2008/

Thanks,

Jeff

I'm reading this while listening to them do "Cold Sweat" from Bonnaroo and i'm so fucking excited for Radio City..great review!
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Post by: CC on Jun 19, 2008, 03:37 AM
montreal
http://www.mymorningjacket.com/gogo/gallery/2008/06172008-le-national-montreal-qc/

toronto
http://www.mymorningjacket.com/gogo/gallery/2008/06162008-kool-haus-toronto-on/

thanks again to dasmondhaschen!
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Post by: andrew.francke on Jun 19, 2008, 09:21 AM
Just found the Montreal show on the archive.  It sounds amazing - great quality AUD recording!!  THANK YOU to whoever recorded and posted it.  Makes my day!

http://www.archive.org/details/mmj2008-06-17.spc4  
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Post by: theconcertaholic on Jun 19, 2008, 10:54 AM
 Nice recording is right.
And those photos are very nice... was the person hovering in a helicopter?  8-)
Jeff