17/12/11 - 02 Arena, London Gig News

[UEF]

Originally Posted by Takk

Been for a while now, I think..though the intro was new.

Yes. The solo, just played again. Wish they'd stop titting about with it, the same goes for the palm-muted chug at the end of the song.

They should play it like this again http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypj76PLF4IU

[slatex]

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xna...a-uk-1-4_music X

[Karen]

Originally Posted by UEF

I am so looking forward to the break. The last few years have been MSP saturation and living in London I find myself just going to see them cos I can/should (like you might follow a football team) rather than because I want to or because I'm particularly excited about it.

Sure the new fans will say that each gig was 'amaaayyyzinggggg' but really?

Some time off would do us all the world of good.

I agree. I have been fortunate enough to see the band a lot over the past few years, so a break from them will make me look forward to seeing them again.

[Karen]

Originally Posted by tornusunder

My friend has asked me to pass on the following message:

Hello, my name is Cat, I am a manager at The O2 arena (and a Manics fan) and I'd like to send a message to all the Manics fans on the FD forum. I hope this helps:

- There was definitely not a DVD shoot and no commercial DVD will be released. The concert was also not recorded for a CD release.
- We delayed the start of the concert, and reduced the interval as we were concerned about getting everyone into the arena in 1 hour. Apologies for any delays, as it's not how we usually do things. The band were lovely and agreed to help out, and we hope no-one missed any songs.
- We still have some standing tickets in our possession and, if you would like one as a souvenir, please e-mail customerservices@theO2.co.uk with your postal address, and we will post one out to you. This is free and we do not even ask for postage.
- Abstract Unknown Girl (Laura) please e-mail me, I feel we owe you an apology.

Thanks.

Thank you for passing this on from the O2.

[Europa Gluten Free]

Originally Posted by UEF

Yes. The solo, just played again. Wish they'd stop titting about with it, the same goes for the palm-muted chug at the end of the song.

They should play it like this again http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypj76PLF4IU

Couldn't disagree more. I thought the intro trumpet was one of the highlights of the gig. Sounds a much more reflective tune now
compared to the Cuba gig trying to be smart with it playing it in drop d. I like the final chug too!

[slatex]

Originally Posted by proevpete

Couldn't disagree more. I thought the intro trumpet was one of
The highlights of the gig. Sounds a much more reflective tune now
Compared to the Cuba trying to be smart with it playing it in drop d effort. I like the final chug too!

I thought it was the best I've ever heard it, and I also love the chug! haha

[ZiZi]

Originally Posted by proevpete

Couldn't disagree more. I thought the intro trumpet was one of the highlights of the gig. Sounds a much more reflective tune now
compared to the Cuba gig trying to be smart with it playing it in drop d. I like the final chug too!

Same here, this version of Ocean Spray was definately the best ever. Listen to those vocals too! Goosebumps all the way!

And can anyone clear out whose vocals I hear in the chorus of Let Robeson Sing? Obviously James and Gruff, but there's also a Nicky-like voice in the background, though he's not singing, nor Sean, Sean or Wayne. A backing track then?
http://youtu.be/TUZU_ILHFjk

[UEF]

Gruff was using an odd guitar tuning in that song

It looks to me like James takes the main chorus vocal and Gruff drops down an octave.

[Abstract Unknown Girl]

Originally Posted by proevpete

Couldn't disagree more. I thought the intro trumpet was one of the highlights of the gig. Sounds a much more reflective tune now
compared to the Cuba gig trying to be smart with it playing it in drop d. I like the final chug too!

Yeah, I liked the trumpet solo intro too.

Originally Posted by UEF

It looks to me like James takes the main chorus vocal and Gruff drops down an octave.

I haven't listened back to any of the gig yet, but that's what I assumed at the time as well.

[tornusunder]

Originally Posted by Littlesue

Lol Val, hope Cat is paying you a secretarial wage for doing this for her

Hi Sue, i probably should do! her login wasnt working, probably expired... she really wanted to clear things up for everyone though, which is far enough.

the 02 gig sounded amazing, i really wish i had gotten off my backside and come down for it..

[Littlesue]

Well its certainly appreciated!! you should have ditched the Duran to see the Manics

My photos of the epic night: http://djcull.blogspot.com/2011/12/i...preachers.html

Gig of the Year? http://j.mp/uLI5R8

Gave it four stars at the time, but looking back the memories are definitely five star.

[IanL]

I'd just like to apologise to the girl next to me,who said that she'll never be able to hear "Let Robeson sing" the same way again,after I pointed out that the intro sounds quite like the theme from "Bagpuss"....

[MikeS]

Originally Posted by Brucedes

Gig of the Year? http://j.mp/uLI5R8

Gave it four stars at the time, but looking back the memories are definitely five star.

Well go and edit another star in then......