Mike and Bruce Tour 2015

[Mikie]

Good.  So now go touch dicks with Runnersdialzero and give him a hug like he wants.

[Sam_BFC]

Because I can read words and it's obvious "You know you're not" is a response to Andrew asking "Am I missing something here," you BUTTKNOCKER.

No homophobic terms please 

Erm, I didn't.

Apologies if I misunderstood

[Andrew G. Doe]

So what's the penalty for adding to my original post, and then not revising it back afterwards ? No way is this accidental in the second instance. Not amused.

[guitarfool2002]

The issue of copying, quoting, and altering the wording of posts was addressed in another thread, bottom line: Don't do it. Sometimes it's done for laughs or with a sense of humor, but from here on out it will not be allowed at all, even in jest.

As far as the other issues...it needs to stop, all of it. I tried to play it cool, since most involved are more than familiar with the way the board rules work, but at this point if there are issues lingering, take them to PM and keep it off the board/thread. Some of the comments were out of line, if it keeps up the usual actions will be taken.

So much for hugging it out, right? 

[Micha]

From what I've read now, M&B seem to be one of the best Beach Boys tribute bands around!

[RubberSoul13]

From what I've read now, M&B seem to be one of the best Beach Boys tribute bands around!

I hear Brian Wilson has a pretty good one too!... 


Before this gets out of hand.....how many bands from the 60's and 70's (regardless of lineup) have NOT become tribute bands of themselves?

It's a nearly inevitable fate.

[Cam Mott]

The C50 was the best BBs' tribute band.

[Gohi]

Thirty seconds of "Here Today".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSF0t5aa30U&list=UUQThRLF3VrEXsl4yP-eYNaQ

I know it's just a 30 second clip...but I think we can take a lot from it!

First off, I think it further solidifies the report that Mike has a cold which seems totally evident...as is his reading of the lyrics on the floor...

Secondly, Bruce sounds GREAT! I like having the lead vocal split between them.

Hopefully this makes a return sometime soon...if they come close enough for me this year, this would surely be a highlight of the evening. The only real complaint (if you wanna call it that) is the band doesn't seem too into it...except Scott & John, as usual. Foskett looks incredibly bored...

COMMENT ---  He's not looking at lyrics (as if he needs them) on the floor, he's looking at the first three rows of people. It's a small venue. The only thing posted on the floor is the playlist.  The band may look bored to you, but remember this is the last song of the show. They've been singing and dancing around for two hours before you see this snip of time.
I would also comment that the sound is a direct feed. When you add in the acoustics of the hall (reverb and such) the sound will fill out and fill in.  Listen to the crowd reaction.  After the first short clip follows a three minute segment.  ~swd

There are plenty of MUCH younger performers who need to use lyrics while performing live. It's not a slight, Mr. Desper.

[baseball95]

Back on topic if you believe the updates On Setlist.com, Mike and Bruce have already performed 50 different songs through 8 shows!!!! Still no All I Wanna Do though, even if they do that it'll probably take a while to get right. I'm still waiting for Pom Pom Play Girl or Farmer's Daughter which sounded great at the Soundcheck I attended last summer.

http://www.setlist.fm/stats/the-beach-boys-3d6c17b.html?tour=2015+Tour

[Andrew G. Doe]

Realistically, I don't see "AIWD" being premiered at the Hooterville State Fair & Rodeo. RAH, anyone ?  

[D409]

More UK dates announced via Ticketmaster - Manchester, Brighton, Cardiff ! :

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/The-Beach-Boys-tickets/artist/734518?adbid=554942199398289408&adbpl=tw&adbpr=47973638&c=social_20150113_38670447&camefrom=UK_TWIT_WP_Beach_Boys_120115

[elnombre]

More UK dates announced via Ticketmaster - Manchester, Brighton, Cardiff ! :

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/The-Beach-Boys-tickets/artist/734518?adbid=554942199398289408&adbpl=tw&adbpr=47973638&c=social_20150113_38670447&camefrom=UK_TWIT_WP_Beach_Boys_120115

Damn. I'd be up for Manchester if I wasn't so broke I'm risking eviction. Always wanted to see the M&B show and see how it holds up objectively as a BB experience.

[The Shift]

More UK dates announced via Ticketmaster - Manchester, Brighton, Cardiff ! :

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/The-Beach-Boys-tickets/artist/734518?adbid=554942199398289408&adbpl=tw&adbpr=47973638&c=social_20150113_38670447&camefrom=UK_TWIT_WP_Beach_Boys_120115

Also Sheffield, extra RAH date (really!), Birmingham. Biggest  UK tour in a while?

[Shady]

A trip over to Ireland would be much appreciated.

I'm pretty starved of Brian/BB's shows. It's been 6 months since my last one  

[Lee Marshall]

So let's say that Mike and the Boys want to add in a song like 'All I Wanna Do'.  It will likely need some type of inclusional video material to roll on the BIG screen behind them...so that would have to be prepared and editted into the 'program' right?

AND...they would collectively have to sit down and figure out how they want to do it and then practice, Practice, PRACTICE 'til they get it...'just so'..  When and where do they do that?  At sound checks?  In a hotel room?  [voices only?]  At some room set aside for workin' on stuff during the tour...like on a day off?  Back home at pre-determined practice sessions during down time?

Those of you who know?  How do they work in new tunes when they're playing somewhere as often as they do?  Huh?  Please?  Do tell!!!

[smile-holland]

More UK dates announced via Ticketmaster - Manchester, Brighton, Cardiff ! :

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/The-Beach-Boys-tickets/artist/734518?adbid=554942199398289408&adbpl=tw&adbpr=47973638&c=social_20150113_38670447&camefrom=UK_TWIT_WP_Beach_Boys_120115

extra RAH date (really!)

Apparently. Looks like Sat. May 30th is sold out. But there are still tickets available for the 31st.

Not sure my agenda allows me to go that day... who else is going btw?

[MaxL]

More UK dates announced via Ticketmaster - Manchester, Brighton, Cardiff ! :

http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/The-Beach-Boys-tickets/artist/734518?adbid=554942199398289408&adbpl=tw&adbpr=47973638&c=social_20150113_38670447&camefrom=UK_TWIT_WP_Beach_Boys_120115

Also Sheffield, extra RAH date (really!), Birmingham. Biggest  UK tour in a while?

Will be adding Sheffield and Manchester to my already crowded gig itinerary for late May, which already includes the 2nd night at RAH. Double-booked for the 28th but I'll be damned if I'll miss the BB's in my second hometown (sorry Hozier, maybe some other time).

[Freddie French-Pounce]

Hmmmm. How much are the RAH tickets? I'm tempted...

[Fire Wind]

Apparently. Looks like Sat. May 30th is sold out. But there are still tickets available for the 31st.

The Saturday show is the new one.  Not sure tickets are available anywhere yet.  Stargreen says they go on sale on Friday.

[Lee Marshall]

I just dropped a post into the 'what are you listening to now' thread in the General Music Discussion section regarding The Rip Chords' 'Three Window Coupe' long player.  It struck me that it really isn't OFF topic.  As a matter of fact I would contend that the Beach Boys...especially as represented by Mike and Bruce could and should incorporate Hey Little Cobra, Three Window Coupe and One Piece Topless Bathing Suit into their set...as a 'mini set' and tip of the HAT to Bruce's legitimacy and credentials.

"The whole thing started back in '63...with Jan And Dean, The Beach Boys and Me." ...Hot Rod U S A.

Indeed...it did.

Sometimes, myself included, I think we sometimes write Bruce off without justification.  50 years since he officially arrived for live...and unofficially for recording.  Bruce is absolutely a Beach Boy.  And as a guy singin' about surfin' and cars and the California 'myth'...he's one of the originals too.

In addition...He's a pretty good fella as well.

[smile-holland]

Apparently. Looks like Sat. May 30th is sold out. But there are still tickets available for the 31st.

The Saturday show is the new one.  Not sure tickets are available anywhere yet.  Stargreen says they go on sale on Friday.

Ah, good to know. Thanks !

[Andrew G. Doe]

I just dropped a post into the 'what are you listening to now' thread in the General Music Discussion section regarding The Rip Chords' 'Three Window Coupe' long player.  It struck me that it really isn't OFF topic.  As a matter of fact I would contend that the Beach Boys...especially as represented by Mike and Bruce could and should incorporate Hey Little Cobra, Three Window Coupe and One Piece Topless Bathing Suit into their set...as a 'mini set' and tip of the HAT to Bruce's legitimacy and credentials.

"The whole thing started back in '63...with Jan And Dean, The Beach Boys and Me." ...Hot Rod U S A.

Indeed...it did.

Sometimes, myself included, I think we sometimes write Bruce off without justification.  50 years since he officially arrived for live...and unofficially for recording.  Bruce is absolutely a Beach Boy.  And as a guy singin' about surfin' and cars and the California 'myth'...he's one of the originals too.

In addition...He's a pretty good fella as well.

They've done "Hey Little Cobra" at least once...

[Andrew G. Doe]

Also Sheffield, extra RAH date (really!), Birmingham. Biggest  UK tour in a while?

Since spring 2008.

[runnersdialzero]

Sometimes, myself included, I think we sometimes write Bruce off without justification.  50 years since he officially arrived for live...and unofficially for recording.  Bruce is absolutely a Beach Boy.  And as a guy singin' about surfin' and cars and the California 'myth'...he's one of the originals too.

People are *always* out to discredit people who weren't there the very second a band started playing together. "He's not even an original member!" It's total macho rawk n roll bullshit. The fact that he dares to tour with the evil Myk Luhv, who tried to cancel Pet Sounds and sMiLe and stuff, obviously doesn't help his case with these people.

I'm referring mostly to people I've seen talk about the Beach Boys off these boards, by the way - no one here that I can think of. Your post was spot on, though.

[Andrew G. Doe]

Another date:

June 6th - Sverresborg Arena, Trondheim, Norway