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« Reply #200 on: February 05, 2011, 09:07:29 PM » |
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I'm sorry, but I just turned the damn thing off. That was awful. Al was OK but disengaged from the others, the backing musicians didn't seem into it, Mike had no energy, Bruce was negligible. I hate to make this a Brian Vs. Them thing, but when you see this compared to Brian's live show - even his poorer ones - geez, I can see why he stayed away.
A 50th anniversary tour in this state would be a sorry affair indeed. Mike looks like he's got nothing left to give. Give us a boxset and a documentary I say, instead of parading this sad soulless zombie band around under the banner of what should be one of the most loved and respected bands of all time.
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« Reply #201 on: February 05, 2011, 09:07:42 PM » |
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actually their voices are improving with the show
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« Reply #202 on: February 05, 2011, 09:07:58 PM » |
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help me rhonda is pretty good
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« Reply #203 on: February 05, 2011, 09:09:20 PM » |
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Imagine watching this as a non-fan. Someone who only has a passing acquaintance with the Beach Boys through radio. Seriously, what would you be thinking.
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« Reply #204 on: February 05, 2011, 09:09:34 PM » |
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Al is propping them up.
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« Reply #205 on: February 05, 2011, 09:09:39 PM » |
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Personally, I think they sound GREAT. Kokomo isn't exactly a favorite, but even that was really well done. I really hope they keep performing together! Welcome back, Al!
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« Reply #206 on: February 05, 2011, 09:09:55 PM » |
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Mike seems to be getting more energized as the show goes on imo.
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« Reply #207 on: February 05, 2011, 09:10:33 PM » |
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It seems like Al doesn't want to be there. Mike looked over to him and smiled, and Al was facing the keyboard.
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« Reply #208 on: February 05, 2011, 09:11:04 PM » |
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Mike sounds almost better than when I saw them in 1992.
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« Reply #209 on: February 05, 2011, 09:11:19 PM » |
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This music is timeless. Love it. What a great show!
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« Reply #210 on: February 05, 2011, 09:11:45 PM » |
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this is ending pretty good
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« Reply #211 on: February 05, 2011, 09:12:07 PM » |
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They are definitely more energetic than when the show started. Mike looked like he was asleep in the beginning.
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« Reply #212 on: February 05, 2011, 09:12:57 PM » |
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"Stamos isn't chopped liver." I may have a new sig.
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« Reply #213 on: February 05, 2011, 09:13:40 PM » |
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Overall, not a bad set.
Picked up near the end. Also:
Audience: ENCORE!
Beach Boys: NOPE! BEDTIME!
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« Reply #214 on: February 05, 2011, 09:14:19 PM » |
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To bad it wasn't a full concert. They started to sound pretty damn good near the end.  |
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« Reply #215 on: February 05, 2011, 09:15:36 PM » |
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I can't believe no one here has mentioned Matt yet.
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« Reply #216 on: February 05, 2011, 09:16:37 PM » |
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Al seemed to be having some problems with his guitar. He kept on fiddling with his amp and whenever he didn't have to sing he was facing the amp.
But overall, this was awesome. Al's presence makes the band so much more authentic. Even just hearing him say "Michael Edward!" at the end of Kokomo made it better. I saw Matt Jardine in the background, he should've played the congas when Stamos wasn't, that would've be really cool.
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« Reply #217 on: February 05, 2011, 09:17:34 PM » |
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Some thoughts:
*It was great hearing Al in the vocal blend.
*Bruce sounded good.
*They were by far the most dignified act of the night, and a good deal more dignified than they usually are nowadays.
*They looked at least somewhat happy to be together again.
*I seriously gotta wonder what's making Mike Love's voice sound so bad - old age isn't much of a reason given how much better Brian and Al sound.
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« Reply #218 on: February 05, 2011, 09:17:55 PM » |
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yeah that was pretty great at the end. help me rhonda was the highlight
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« Reply #219 on: February 05, 2011, 09:17:59 PM » |
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Mike looked like he was unwell at the beginning, but he got better.
So good to see Al there, he really makes the difference. And so did Matt Jardine.
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« Reply #220 on: February 05, 2011, 09:19:03 PM » |
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Al seemed to be having some problems with his guitar. He kept on fiddling with his amp and whenever he didn't have to sing he was facing the amp.
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« Reply #221 on: February 05, 2011, 09:19:37 PM » |
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Great to see Al up there with them. I had the crappiest experience with that stream though, it was like I was on dial-up. Hope it ends up on youtube.
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« Reply #222 on: February 05, 2011, 09:19:53 PM » |
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I'm glad they didn't make a point of announcing a "reunion" with Al. Al was, is, and always will be a Beach Boy. I'm glad that they didn't try to "seperate" Al from them.
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« Reply #223 on: February 05, 2011, 09:21:32 PM » |
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I thought both Mike and Al looked they had a good time. And yeah, Rhonda was great! Certainly worth staying up until 6:20.
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« Reply #224 on: February 05, 2011, 09:23:52 PM » |
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not the worse (bar far) and certainly not the best BB show , but lets not forget that there were a few nerves up there tonight for all concerned !! Proud of you all , now get Al in the band for whats left of this voyage know as the BB's and lets hope to see him in the UK/Europe in July with the rest of the band...................
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