Getting a bit of rattle and hum
At the end of a frantic week, full of travel, endless meetings and bad coffee it is wonderful to sleep in. It is even better to wake up and realise that you are off to see U2 with a group of close friends tonight.
I love to see live music and I made a decision a few years ago that I was going to make a concerted effort to see more concerts rather than regret not getting organised. It is sad though as too often I am disappointed by half-hearted performances or artists who just stand there sing and then leave. I love a bit of banter and when bands show some energy. I've seen U2 a few times and have never been disappointed. Even on their "off" nights they still play with passion.
Few others that I have seen have been so enjoyable. The Cat Empire play a great show and I was blown away by Franz Ferdinard earlier this year. I always enjoy Paul Kelly as he is such a intelligent and funny bloke as well as a great musician. The worst show I ever saw was one of the many Split Enz reunions where there was absolutely no chemistry between the band and no interaction with the audience. I was checking my watch waiting for it to end.
I'm hoping for a good one tonight. A bunch of us are getting there (moderately) early to get a decent position. Unlike our earlier days when we could endure queuing and standing, this time we are going to conserve our energy. There will be nibbles for us while we lounge around on the ground and wait. The Saturday papers will be read, and there will generally be a air of relaxed nonchalance. I am tasked with bringing the Haighs Chocolates. I think we are officially getting old!
For those going, enjoy the concert!
3 comments:
Ms Batville,
Glad to hear I didn't miss anything re Split Enz reunion. Still think I will go see Tim Finn this summer, inevitably at one of the many vineyards he appears to be playing at.
Hope you have an ace time at U2.
Agree with all your concert choices, but would add Robbie Williams (so many people in that huge stadium; huge showmanship).I enjoy the whole weekend in Melbourne or Sydney thing, as it adds to the anticipation. Also means that a dud show wrecks the weekend. Radiohead disappointed; they weren't duds, but the audience were a bit worshipful and quiet. No rock and roll vibe going on there.
Paul Kelly has come to Hobart every year for the past six years -always a total delight, although sadly I can't remember the last one (that old age thing; oh, and shitloads of Moorilla wine)
And, of course we are getting old -disgracefully, profligately and literately so! Yah!
Enjoy this evening!
Yes I saw Robbie a few years ago. Didn't expect much but thought he was great. Extravagantly I am going up to Sydney to stay with friends and see him there in December. Should be good.
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