Views From the Front 2002

Andrea, NYC, NY 11/25/02 Review: Great site. Have a great day! selvam, Singapore 11/25/02 artist: Norah Jones : Review: I know a lot of people have told excuisite things of Norah's songs that there seems nothing new I could add...but I can only sayto her: norah you live in me now...for me my life has become a a dream after hearing your voice....!Is that what the ancients called Ambrosia.??? Vanessa, NYC 11/25/02 Review: I think Deryck is hot as hell. I LUV U DERYCK! MARRY ME <3 martin austin, Bath England 11/24/02 artist: ferry Review: Saw Ferrys Bristol gig Your review echoes the bristol gig spot on and well reported Ashley, Indian Lake, Ohio 11/24/02 artist: Deryck Whibley Review: I love deryck!! ive been a big fan of sum-41 for some time now, and i am simply MAD about them!! (especially Deryck.....) Deryck is so hot, im 17 yrs old right now, but when i turn 18 im goin on a road trip to track down Deryck. I jus hav to meet him... ??? 11/24/02 Everyone dancing? thats ridiculous, every concert that i have been to of Daves, everone dances, how can you not. So called Rockstars? Ok that whole line has got to upset any true Dave Matthews fan. think about rewording that whole section, it sux!!!!! Andreas Kremser, Germany 11/24/02 artist: Bryan Ferry Review: Great review! Brittany Sutherland, Fort Mc Murry, Alberta 11/24/02 artist: Enrique Iglesias Review: Enrique you are the best! And you are the most Gorgous!!!! living human on the planet I have posters of you all over and someday I wish to meet you! BYE! Bob Nelson, Cleveland, Ohio 11/23/02 Artist: The Who Review: What can I say. I've never read a more biased review in my life! Buy a big magnet to pull your opposite side out, then stand perfectly straight, throw out the magnet and you will find your objectivity. kandi, kansas city 11/23/02 Artist: john mayer Review: john mayer has everrything to offer. great melodies and lyrics. but most important feeling!! lisa, chicago 11/23/02 Review: I love Phil's photos! He is one great photographer! Not bad looking either! : ) youa her, fresno, CA 11/22/02 artist: Gwen Stefani Review: you're the baddest and you rock the world. I love you!!! Shon, San Diego 11/22/02 artist: Sigur Ros Review: Anyone who falls asleep in a concert shouldn't be there in the first place. Apearing at a show for the sake of selling an article is shameless enough, but to diss a band based simply on the inability to connect with the music is just sad. Do I really care what the sleeping fat guy on the balcony has to say about a band he OBVIOUSLY cares little for? Nope. When I read a concert review, the first thing I want to know is the reviewers knowledge of the band. This way, I can quickly weed out the people who may be able to give me some insight on the bands skill that night, instead of some canned review from a dude who couln't even bring himself to stay upright for 2 hours. Jamie Dean, Las Vegas, NV. 11/22/02 artist: Norah Jones Review: I just love it! it soothes my soul. Kiwi, Johnson City, TN 11/21/02 artist: Sum41 City & State: Review: Sum-41 kicks ass on stage, and even more ass off! I met them them in person and they ROCK, musically and personality wise. Frank 11/21/02 artist: The Soundtrack of Our Lives venue: Metro, Chicago, IL November 13, 2002 Review: Wow!! The Soundtrack Of Our Lives put on a great show. The reviewer did a good job trying to catch the feel that night, there was something special in the air. The lead singer was really entertaining and the guitars, oh my god, the guitar playing was outrageous. What a great show from a great band. smebly, va beach 11/21/02 artist: bobby Review: very nice DC on 11/15/02 very nice eyes box grow pes Swede, San Francisco 11/21/02 artist: Soundtrack of our lives Review: Get the facts right. Martin Hederos is not touring we=ith the band this time. He is back in Sweden with his new child Dean, Lisle IL 11/20/02 artist: TSOOL Review: I was at the Nov 13 TSOOL show at Metro and it was the most unbelievable concert I have ever seen!! The band is a hidden gem, I can't believe nobody knows about these guys. The only band I can even compare them to for giving a great live performance are my all time favorites, Pearl Jam, and I have to admit, Soundtrack of Our Lives were way hotter than Pearl Jam! Amazing. I highly, highly, highly recommend catching them live and picking up their cd's. You won't be sorry. nancy, madison, wi 11/20/02 artist: john mayer Review: the show was awesome. everyone should see john play live he's so much better than the cd! haley, la, ca 11/20/02 artist: incubus Review: nice pictures of brandon!! Bill, Chicago 11/20/02 You're a complete idiot ???. All thoses Swedish bands are just 20 year old rehash American punk n rollers. England maybe Radiohead and a few others, but not many. Germany ???? Start naming the bands that are so revolutuionary across the Atlantic. SARA BARTER, PARADISE, NFLD,CANADA BABY!!!! 11/19/02 artist: sum41 Review: i think sum 41 is the best f*cking band ever. and that bizzyd is a piece of ass, and im absolutly in love with him! Stacy W. 11/19/02 artist: TLC3Dz venue: Michigan, Detriot, November 18, 2002 Review: I think TLC has no right to continue thier journey like nothing has happened. They are giving no credit to former member, Lisa (Left-eye). In the result of her death they don't even appear shook up at all. And I think they see this as a opportunity to make more money. Thier new albumn Id terrible. In thier first single they talk about talking about guys in a nasty way. This is terrible compared to thier first inspirational song dont go chasing waterfalls. DANIEL PEEPELS, WEST POINT, MISSISSIPPI 11/19/02 artist: NO DOUBT Review: HEY, I WAS AT THE VOODOO FEST FOR NODOUBT, GWEN SAW MY SIGN AND INVITED ME ON STAGE TO GIVE HER 2 HUGS AND A PIGGY BACK RIDE. IT WAS AWSOME, I'VE BEEN TRYIN TO GET A TAPE OR PICTURES OF IT HAPPENING, BUT I DONT NO WHERE, U GOT ANY HELP? Sara Feldkamp 11/18/02 artist: John Mayer venue: Alliant Energy Center, Madison WI Review: This past Friday I was blessed with the opportunity to experience a John Mayer concert. When i arrived at the Colliseum, I thought i'd never get to even see the show because i was so far back and there were tons of people. Somehow, I managed to work my way up to the front and left of the stage. I was amazed at how incredibly awesome John Mayer sounds live. I knew from the first time I heard him that he was amazingly talented, but he really proved himself. I made shirts that said "John Mayer is my Hero" and I have to say, his set was awesome and he really was my hero when he didn't close with No Such Thing. That would have been typical, but he showed me and everyone else that he's unique, and ultimately better than the rest. He was funny, and quite the crowd pleaser. I give him a two big thumbs ups. Maybe if he's not too busy he'd marry me or something.... dan buckley, anywhere usa 11/18/02 artist: FP Review: Hey whoever is on the other end reading this, I've been a fan of the 60's 70's 80's 90's and a little of 00's and it was great to make it the pretty ugly club in hollywood and watch the show of people in the streets on the road and in the cars. It was great to wish taime good luck on the tour, as I didn't know what else to say! then as the tour progressed I had the opportunity to watch them for the 3rd time in Washigton state. first was with Alice Cooper, Second was with blacboard Jungle where I had the chance to talk with the vocalist before the show, and third in everett, with pretty boy floyd I was pretty drunk but that is to expect, The show was great it made my years. Keep rocking don't stop or you're panties might drop. ??? 11/18/02 Review: you americans should really start to listen to music from europe! most of your bands reaaly suck!! carrie. ny 11/18/02 Review: kickin nelly pix! Sabina, KARLSKOGA SWEDEN 11/17/02 artist: Corey feldman Review: .Love .Corey .Feldman. jessie Spano, bayside, CA 11/17/02 artist: Zack Attack Review: THE ZACK ATTACK RULES. They are better than Vanilla Ice and Paula Abdul. Their best song is "Friends Forever" Check out A.C Slater on the drums and Sexy guitar player, Zack Morris. GO BAYSIDE jared 11/17/02 artist: The Strokes venue: Verizon Wireless, Irvine Ca, June 15, 2002 Review: The strokes were the most boring thing there. They were like almost as bad as Papa roach(who suck more than anybody) - Their set was so sucky. It was a half hour and it sounded like the same song over and over. They have no emotion when they play - And they try so hard to project an image. They try to act like they don't care what they look like but they care more then anybody. THE STROKES SUCK BIG TIME! O'Doyle, Long beach, Ca 11/17/02 artist: Phantom Planet Review: Phantom Planet is the best!!!!!!!! How Hot is Alex Greenwald????? Lonely day and Somebody's baby are the best songs. I Love Alex!!!!!!!!!! Brian Fellow 11/17/02 artist: The Strokes - Is this it Review: I HATE THE STROKES SO MUCH They are so bad. All their songs are the same and they have no feeling in them, it's the same thing over and over. And they are so rich in real life . They live in upper manhatten but they act like they are so poor and have it so hard. They are such posers. THE STROKES SUCK!!!!!!!!! Mrs. Boyd 11/17/02 artist: Incubus venue: Verizon Wireless, Irvine Ca, Oct. 31, 2002 Review: Incubus was so great. I was in the pit. Their covers of 'like a virgin & The grease song were so cute. Brandon was wearing devil horns during pardon me and he trew them out and i Caught them. It was my second time seeing them and it was the best. Incubus Rules Genie Darcy 11/17/02 artist: Taking Back sunday - Tell all your Friend Review: TAKING BACK SUNDAY IS THE BEST! You haven't lived until you have heard this CD. The best songs are #3 & #5. I tis so great. I highly Recommend it. anne, antwerp, belgium 11/16/02 artist: sum 41 Review: it's just cool. Ian, Manchester, England 11/16/02 Review: You lads have a very hip site - you need to get some shows form London and the UK to make your site even better. jenny, pittsburgh, pa 11/15/02 artist: the who Review: so, are you trying to tell me u you didn't like the who? i think your crazy!! crazy not to have put this old shitty band down even more! Cali, minneapolis 11/15/02 artist: bizzy d Review: best looking rock man going today!! Sergio Zaragoza, Wilmington, California 11/15/02 artist: The Strokes Review: Hey the strokes are the f*ckin very best and you guys need to get some ramones stuff out there too cuz they f*ckin rock too ") Keelo, Chicago, IL 11/15/02 artist: Aimee Mann Review: A pretty lame review of a good concert. Aimee Mann played fine and relatively enlivened versions of her repetoir - often with some comic relief via a self deprecating sense of humor . Aimee Mann's albums contain very few poppy happy tunes. So what did you expect? The Go Gos? Zack Rosen, Urbana Il 11/14/02 artist: Sigur Ros Review: Some of the concert did drag on a bit, but it was a truly amazing concert. The band sounds signifigantly better live - more flushed out and bare - truly one of the best musical experiences of my life. Missy G, Chicago IL 11/14/02 artist: Rush Review: I think someone else should have reviewed this concert. Give me a break! You didn't even get the songs right, they didn't play "Ceiling Unlimited" that night. "Freewill" is ONE word. Neil's drum solo is ALWAYS a highlight for a real fan. Maybe you weren't aware he does that each concert? Hmmm. He is not stealing the spotlight from Alex and Geddy. The guy is one of the best drummers in the world. He earned that time and his fans love it! I could go on and on. Your review sounds like it came from someone who never saw the band before, and it is obvious you don't know anything about them, their personal stories or how good they are to their fans. They are not ego-maniacs. To the delight of their fans, they are absolutely brilliant. connie, los angeles 11/14/02 artist: the who Review: mr. walseth how truly blind yu are. collen, milwaukee, wi 11/14/02 artist: aimee mann Review: thanx for the nice review and photographs, andy! Kevin, Nashville, TN 11/14/02 Review: Just want to say thanks. I sold my Stones tickets the first day I put my tickets up on Ticket Swap! I know you've got a real winner here and am recommending it to all my friends who enjoy concerts and rock music like I do. miami 11/13/02 artist: cher Review: i also felt that when you got past cher's figure and costumes, she was easily tired out- there were all kinds of fillers - like cirque du soleil - endless film montages of sonny and cher - cher's film career and various dancers. the audience loved her - so i guess she got what she came for. Lance Abaya, Austin, TX 11/13/02 artist: Jack Johnson Review: VMX was amazing!!! i especially loved seeing Jack Johnson, finally, in my lifetime...also 311 and No Doubt were just stellar!!! Can you send me any photos of Jack Johnson, 311, or No Doubt please??? Thanks a bunch! ~Lance Nick Erdman, Madison WI 11/13/02 artist: String Cheese Incident Review: To the person who wrote that the Cheese show at Alpine was repetitive, was obbiously not there, they were rocking out, it was intense, and yet delitghtfully fresh, it was a new sound for us. For me it was great coming off the Spring tour of rocking out night after night. Gavin, Colorado 11/12/02 artist: Nashville Pussy Review: I think your interviewer was a total perv. Sure, Ryter is a hottie, but she's also a damn good guitar player (a fact that escaped your interviewer). Also, asking Ruyter if she had a traditional marriage was goofy - how about something more direct like, "do you f*ck other guys besides your husband?" Ruyter did a good job of deflecting a rather stupid personal question there. Laura, Dallas, TX 11/12/02 Review: Your site is one of the best rock reviewer sites I've ever seen!! 2 bad we don't have nothing like it in the Dallas area. nora, las vegas, nevada 11/12/02 artist: johnny winter Review: i saw johnny play the house of blues and his non formal blues style simply blew me away. Good job on the review and interview. nice to promote a genuis like this, thanxx Bo, Elgin, IL 11/11/02 artist: the Who Review: Daltry's voice gone bad??!! Townshend can't play lead guitar??! You are totally blind and insane, sir. I suppose you prefer the rich guitar playing of the Insane Clown Posse to the Who's? carrie, manchester, england 11/11/02 artist: bizzy d Review: great interview with bizzy d! now can you interview him every week? One day at the grocery store, on stage, in the garage, on the toilet and when he's f*cking that way we can have a rich and varied tableau of his life. sneha, mumbai, maharashtra(india) 11/11/02 artist: enrique iglesias Review: it was sooooo good . the best concert ever . i m in love with enrique iglesias . he is the best and his music is no.1. Kat and Anne 11/11/02 Review: KAT LOVES BIZZY D AND ANNE LOVES CONE!!!!!! Sylwia, Chicago, IL. 11/11/02 artist: The Strokes Review: arrghh! the Strokes are soooo f*ckin hottt!!!! Jeff Peeples, West Point Ms. 11/10/02 artist: No Doubt Review: We need to see some pictures of the boy giveing Gwen a piggy-back ride on stage that was my son Daniel also a video would be great Thank you. Jeff Peeples ??? 11/10/02 Review: Assassins----unbelievable, the best!! I want more. DUANE FLOTA 11/09/02 Artist: RUSH Review: RUSH IS THE BEST BAND THAT IS PLAYING TODAY THE BEST SHOW TODAY SO IF ANYONE THINKS ANY DIFFERENT YOU DONT KNOW MUSIC! carrie, st louis 11/08/02 artist: rush Review: wow u really really didnt like rush now did u! John, Fairbanks, Alaska 11/08/02 artist: Voodoo Review: I loved the photos-especially of Shirley Manson of Garbage! Kyle, Chicago, IL 11/08/02 artist: Who Review: I agree with your review. I was there and saw these has beens for what they really are. A bunch of money grubbing losers! What a waste of my time and money jackie, chicago 11/08/02 artist: tenacious d Review: omg they were awesome i saw them in tinley park last year.. i loved them tammi, milwaukee, wi 11/07/02 artist: incubus i think you need to take more pics of the other FOUR members of incubus than just brandon with his mouth open. baaah Anthoy, Syc, IL 11/07/02 artist: dlr Review: What! i'm a fan of DLR and i have to admit sam does sound good live but i have to say dave sent you home with a vision of van halen back in the 70's and 80's which people want to see again. helen, st.albans 11/07/02 artist: sum41 Review: deryck is sexy Jackie Malone, Newark, Dleaware 11/07/02 Review: I just received tickets from my sister as an early birthday present for Philly. I am so excited!!!! I can not wait. Looking at the photos and reading the articles has me dancing already. I have a good feeling about this I think The Other Ones will be the best idea. Aleli Cummings, Miami, Florida 11/07/02 artist: Paul McCartney Review: I love to see Paul McCartney on a saturday night concert. Patrick Nugent "NUGE", Hartland Wi 11/06/02 Review: After feeln' my throught the heated and excited crowd in the lots I journied into the valley for what will be forever remebered as a very special and spiritual weekend with the other ones. I was fortunate to be at the last shows the Dead played in the year of our lord onethousand onehundred and eighty nine, and have since found a copy of those shows on disk. If anyone could help me attain a copy of the Treapin reunion it would be appreciated by this grateful man. Much love to the network that keeps us all mov'n ahead. PEACE Brian Emery, Atlanta 11/06/02 artist: Rush Review: What a joke of a revue, it's obvious you know nothing about Rush and what they're all about. Jenna, Bismarck 11/06/02 artist: Cinderella Review: Best dam band I ever saw!! Lila Claire, Oceanside 11/06/02 Review: I LOVE COREY FELDMAN!! mimi, phoenix, az 11/06/02 artist: Billy Corgan Review: Billy Corgan is the sexist, most talented person i have ever known, and he always will be! In fact my dream and #1 wish i to met him! love always, Billy's #1 fan Kevin, Chicago 11/05/02 artist: Rush Review: Who cares if you don't really like Rush? They have their fare share of fans- What is lacking in your "review" isn't your appreciation for the band, but your skill as a writer. Your wrong in your assumtion that a band should be able to "draw attendees in, regardless of their interest level". Sorry, but if you don't like a band, why would you spend money to go see them, then act dissapointed that they didn't win you over. This is a silly and nonsensical philosiphy; If your not crazy about a bands music, how would watching them play it live make it any more enjoyable?? Maybe it's just me, but I would never go to a proggressive rock concert and expect a low key, stripped down show... Rush doesn't seem interested in changing the sound that has made them famous in order to be more widely embraced by the public- at this pont in their careers, what would be the point? BorgSex, Jackson, MS 11/05/02 artist: RUSH It was by far the largest turd I have ever seen. It must have taken you a week to wipe your chin after laying that story. Yes I am inferring that you have rectal-cranial connections. If you hate the band, why did you buy a ticket in the first place and then WHY sit through the show? Your article paints your obscurred, and opaque view of the band members and your lack of understanding is loathesome to say the least. The fact that you posted on the internet something designed to express your hatred toward a band that has been around for over twenty years and are still together, still recording, and still touring, and still sound great, eludes your tiny one-celled squid-brain. I would suppose that you would rather go see a DIFFERENT kind of Boy-Band one where they might dance around on stage with a microphone in their hand, to a mechanical beat created by a machine and an id-ten-t with a few fingers. You are entitled to your opinion, even if that opinion is very wrong. ! Am I inferring that you are less-intelligent and have little mindset for real music played by Musicians? Yes. MGoodwin, Connecticut 11/05/02 artist: porcupine tree Review: Porcupine Tree?? As if!! Time to leave the auditorium and buy a beer in the lobby and wait for the main act. Holy shit!! Is that the band? I'm drawn back to the auditorium, along with everyone else, standing between the back wall and last row of seats, and anchor my ears and eyes on the stage.. These guys are as good as, no better than, anything I�ve heard. I haven�t been blown out of my shoes, and socks, like this since, God, twenty or more years ago. Live music can't sound this good. Amazing ... everybody back here is quiet and focused on the stage. Main act is on the stage now and ... I can't get the Porcupine out of my head. Time to head for the lobby again . this time to buy the Porcupine CD. ??? 11/05/02 artist: Rush Nice photos. And Rush did not play "Ceiling Unlimited" at the United Center. They played it during the summer at the Tweeter Center. Thank heaven for Rush. There's enough sameness on the radio today. Bruce, Chicago, Il 11/05/02 artist: Rush Review: These were the best concert photos I've seen. I was disappointed in the review, though. It was the stereotypical review of a Rush concert, replete with all the whining about individual virtuosity. It seems to me critics would like all bands to play to one formula. If you want that, turn on the radio. Good site, though. carol, plano texas 11/05/02 artist: robert plant City & State: Review: I love robert plant then and now.His voice is so soathing.He has alot of good music out .rock never dies where robert is concerned Jayme, Minneapolis 11/04/02 artist: Sonic Youth Review: hey... regarding murray street, i would agree it's not one of there best... but i have found that it is the kind of album that grows on you. and the reason i write to "you," is i f*cking hate it when reviewers make such comments as "I think it's ok to have your best work behind you." and you are? writing about music... right... Dennis Nelson, Calgary, Alberta 11/03/02 Artist: Travis Tritt Review: Whoever wrote this writeup is out to lunch in all cases. I don't play or sing but I do like to listen. Travis Tritt has the most powerful song on the market today but unfortunately, I can't find it in Calgary. That song is "Its a nice day to be alive". I'm 62 years old and have just been operated on for a brain tumour. I would really like to find out where I can send for this CD, Tape and Video. I feel that Travis Tritt is the greatest. Ronnie Mil Milsap is no slouch either. Please keep up the good work as I enjoy your music all the time. Stefanie, Kingsport, TN 11/03/02 artist: Incubus Review: beautiful, man, just beautiful. Kenneth Mansfield, Evansville, IN 11/03/02 artist: Cinderella Review: I've always believed Cinderella to be the best band to come out of the '80s metal scene, not just because of their fine musicianship and rock-solid live show, but because of their willingness to evolve. Their 1st album was classic mid-80s metal, but each of their following three records was a stark departure from the last. Their material was constantly mutating, yet you always could tell it was Cinderella. This is why I believe we as fans have been denied some excellent music due to this band's state of limbo. I for one would rush out to buy new material from these guys. Forget radio and MTV ( most of us have ); if Cinderella would just stick to their guns and play their hearts out, they could be the closest thing we'll ever see to "The Next Rolling Stones". carol, plano texas 11/03/02 artist: robert plant Review: I love robert plant then and now.His voice is so soathing.He has alot of good music out .rock never dies where robert is concerned Jayme, Minneapolis 11/01/02 artist: Sonic Youth Review: hey... regarding murray street, i would agree it's not one of there best... but i have found that it is the kind of album that grows on you. and the reason i write to "you," is i fucking hate it when reviewers make such comments as "I think it's ok to have your best work behind you." and you are? writing about music... right... lauren, new york 11/01/02 artist: nelly Review: luv ur pix! Pete, cinci 11/01/02 artist: strokes Review: great package! Jeff, Louisville, KY 10/31/02 artist: Strokes Review: I agree with the review in some ways. It is true that they performed the entire Is This It CD verbatim. At this point in their career I think that's what their fans want. 15 years from now they should put a new spin on some of these songs but not right now. You only get one chance to see a band this good at a venue like The Rave. After this they either get huge and start playing larger venues or they disolve away into nothing. If they don't fade into nothing I guess you might see them on the backside of their career at such a place. My daughter and I drove 400 miles to see the Milwaukee show and while it was over in one hour we did't feel cheated. Possibly cheated by Har Mar Superstar but not The Strokes. Chelsea Sands, West Launceston Tasmania 10/31/02 artist: Enrique Iglesias Review: I love Enrique he is gorgeous!!!! His CD "Escape" is cool!!! hasib Niagara Falls Ontario Canada 10/31/02 artist: Enrique Iglesiass Review: hi to all latin star most of all to Enrique Iglesias, you know Enrique your great man , your song are all wonderfull I wanted to met you but I missed, so you May b this time u try to come see me for once, thanks Love , latin King of Pop jon, San Francisco, CA 10/31/02 artist: Incubus Review: Incubus...a band thats come a long way. I wasn't that into them when I first saw them live here, but ever since then i've been hooked. many misconstrue the band as a pop/ rock band, but i see more into it. i see them as an artful, creative, melodic, atmospheric sounding band that derives most of its sounds from space and nature itself. the words are so grabbing. each musician plays thier instrument like its an extra body part. bottom line: amazing band that i hope gets more popular along the way. michael, daytona beach, fl 10/30/02 Review: your site has some of the absolute best concert photos i've ever seen!!! shauna, new albany 10/30/02 artist: sum41 Review: i think steve is a sexy bitch! lars, chicago, il 10/30/02 artist: who Review: jeez, brad did you even go to the concert because you reviewed a completely differenty show than the one i saw! Micheal LEon, LA CA 10/29/02 artist: Joan Osborne Review: I just saw Joan Osborne at the House Of Blues in LA . I was right in the fornt row .I have to say that Im fortunate to have seen her i have been a fan since Relish ,and to see her was amazing . Here is an artist that is clearly underestimated...her vocal talent are beyond years...she truly get my vote for best female vocalist. I wish she contiues to make great music..her own or cover songs . She does great with what she sigs ,,, i love her style ....And did i mentioned she has great voice ..Keep rocking Joan Isabella, madrid, Spain 10/29/02 artist: The Strokes Review: I've seen the strokes 8 times now throughout Europe! I agree with the review and the early posting on this page. The Strokes are progressively getting worse! They don't offer any new music and their look on stage is getting more slower and less rock n roll! Don't take yourselves too seriously boys! get back with it and be cool again! kyle, chicago, il 10/29/02 artist: sonic youth Review: tom, you hit the nail on the had with your sonic youth review. thanx peter, memphis, tn 10/29/02 Review: i love your webite. it's a great place to discover new bands. you don't just cater to all the established acts! keep up the quality work! Samantha, Lyon, FRANCE 10/28/02 artist: SUM 41 Review: I think Sum 41 is the greatest band in the world! I love them soooo much... And particularly Deryck! He is the sexiest man I have ever seen in my life! If you're celibate bizzy I'm here waiting for you!!! Send me a message please!!! Jon Knoppe, Auburn Hills Mi 10/28/02 artist: The who (?) Review: Brad, you are no doubt a Robert Plant fan as I am also a Led Zeppelin fan, but this review although factually correct on the history is chock full of jealousy. MansfieldI was a bit of an "off" show and a tour leg opener. I was there. I was also at two other shows where Roger's incredible voice hit *all* of the high notes with incredible power. Pete Townshend was unconcious on guitar and the crowd *never* sat down. People all around me were looking at eachother and saying "Is this really happening?!" during the encore. Those guys kicked ass and you picked on them. Robert had to keep yelling "I didn't hear you!" to the audience. Something Roger has NEVER had to do. I enjoyed his show. But his energy was not near the level of Pete and Roger. Of course, his style is totally different. Don't bring up money grubbing either. Who has the biggest net worth? It is not even close. I am so proud of them for not giving up. That is what make The Who different and inspiring. They ar! e human. Not aloof. And as far as Tommy goes, the real message is in the words of an inspired Pete Townshend. Lyrically speaking and spiritually speaking Led Zeppelin is not in the same universe as a seeking Pete Townshend. He had real light. He is honest enough to say that he can't do it anymore (write for The Who) like he did pre-1976 but he is still alive. You do not understand Tommy. It deals with a basic question in our existance and exposes things that no one dared to touch before. Very deep and bright. It is not just on the surface. I see no such brightness in Page/Plant's writing, but I do see incredible musical power and beauty. Roger and Pete are not quitters. You see it as a liability. I see it as an inspiration. They gave their all and it was such a thrill to see them. If there really is going to be a Led Zeppelin reuinion, you can thank them for it. Leah Klaybor, Hales Corners, WI 10/28/02 artist: the Strokes Review: The concert simply rocked!!! Short but sweet, makes everyone want more. The crowd was crazy and a lot of fun. Rock and Roll. ~Leah Diana, Duluth, MN 10/28/02 artist: The Strokes Review: My friend and I are huge Strokes fans. The Minneapolis show was all sold out so we had to drive over 7 hours to see the guys in Milwaukee. We both thought it was the best concert we've been to, just seeing all of them in person and hearing them live. Also, we did get to meet the guys after the show!!! We hugged Fab and got our pic taken with him and Nick, and we got pics of Nikolai and Albert. Fab said he thought he looks like a Columbian druglord in the CD pic of him. That was the best night!!! Ken, chicago 10/27/02 artist: The Who/Robert Plant Review: You're nuts! I saw the show, It totally kicked ass! Townsend was on fire, and it blew away the toure in 89 where they practically had an orchestra on stage. This ain't the sixties or seventies, but from my judgement, these guys still rock! Ian Mc Laghan, Dublin 10/27/02 Review: Mr. Phil, Were you interviewing Ms. Tit or trying to date her? Somewhere in her family tree there must be a connection to Jimmy Durante. Jessica Crawford. Horsham, PA 10/27/02 artist: The Goo Goo Dolls Review: This show was awesome!!! The Goo's were lovely as ever !!! This was a Kick A** Show GGD FOREVER!!! bobbi, buffalo, new york 10/27/02 Artist: titiyo Review: Never heard of her before but your interview makes me want to buy her album! enna, WINNIPEG MANITOBA, CANADA 10/27/02 artist: sum 41 Review: The best!!! Michael, Seattle 10/26/02 artist: Joan Osborne Review: Daniel Locke's Pix are RIGHT ON !! Now how can I get more ?? sayre 10/25/02 artist: johnny rzeznik Review: i love ggds. i respond by saying. OH MY GOD. johnny is hot, we all know its true now say it together... "JOHNNY IS HOT" heidi, Baroda, Mi 10/25/02 artist: fasterpussycat Review: i love FP and think they have evolved over the years into a kick ass band. i think poison must get with the program lacey, st. joseph, MI 10/25/02 artist: faster pussycat Review: what the hell no pictures of fp they were the fucking stars of the whole tour! they are better now than ever sorry taime, i apologize for them and newlydeads rock decl, providence 10/25/02 artist: joan osborne Review: I enjoyed your review of Joan Osborne. I saw her a few weeks ago and she was great; one of my favorite live shows. She shouldn't be missed. The pictures were great, too. ??? 10/25/02 Artist: Joan Osborne Review: Well, it's NOT the temptations' who did "Smiling Faces Sometimes", it's The Undisputed Truth. And although the Supremes did a version of "The Weight" with the Temptations, the original version was by The Band. And I don't know what you mean in the closing paragraph by calling "Feel My Love" (actually called "Make You Feel My Love" - a Bob Dylan cover) "dingy"? Still, I applaud your great taste in recognizing Joan Osborne as the supremely talented artist she is... STEVE, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 10/24/02 artist: THE WHO/ROBERT PLANT : Review: MAYBE, THE WHO AND ROBERT PLANT KNEW THAT THE GREAT BRAD WALSETH WAS GOING TO BE AT TWEETER CENTER ON AUGUST 24TH. AND MAYBE THEY DECIDED TO GIVE HIM A BAD SHOW FOR SOME REASON UNBEKNOWNST TO US. I WAS AT THE VERIZON WIRELESS MUSIC CENTER IN INDIANA ON AUGUST 25TH AND WITNESSED ONE HECK OF A SHOW PUT ON BY BOTH MR. PLANT AND THE WHO. DUE TO THE CONTENT OF DREAMLAND, ROBERT PLANT HAD A RATHER SUBDUED SET. THE WHO WERE NOTHING BUT HIGH ENERGY. DALTREY'S VOICE WAS BETTER THAN EDDIE VEDDERS'AT ANY TIME. FOR 50+ YEAR OLD SINGERS, PLANT AND DALTREY DID A FINE JOB. THE ONLY LETDOWN I HAD WAS WHEN PINO PALLADINO (SESSION BASSIST EXTRAORDINAIRE??) COULDN'T PLAY THE BASS RIFF IN "MY GENERATION". AS ANYONE KNOWS, THAT WORK MAKES THE SONG. ALL IN ALL, IT WAS A GREAT SHOW!! MR. WALSETH PROBABLY WOULD HAVE APPRECIATED IT MORE IF HE BOUGHT A $30 LAWN SEAT. Chris 10/24/02 artist: Gomez, LA House of Blues Review: Oh lord, how different can two shows be. I have no idea how they did at the Vic, but out here they absolutely brought down the Hollywood HOB. Anyone who has been to a show in LA knows how difficult it can be to get the crowd in LA to stop talking about themselves and listen. This one was fun as hell from the start. I wont comment on the songs, you already know whether you like the bands recordings. I am just here to say that this show was tight musically, loose socially, and f'ing good times for all. Michelle B., Rochester, New York 10/23/02 artist: Incubus Review: This article would have been much more invigorating if it included more about the rest of the band. Don't get me wrong, I think that everything that was said about Brandon Boyd is very true, but his talent is hightened because of the quality of the musicians that make the band a whole. Without the other 4 memebers of the band Brandon Boyd would just be a voice, a voice without meaning. sadie, nashville 10/23/02 artist: incubus Review: how can you call dirk and jose submissive to brandon? the bass and drums are what makes up the entire sound. Brandon's voice is just a highlight of their music. though incredibly talented as it may be, he is just the singer. they are all together one piece. no one is submissive to another in any band. why must the media concentrate on a singer as if he IS the band, when he is one portion of what it takes to make the band? im getting tired of the never ending focus on just brandon. There are 4 other members to appreciate. Give them the credit they deserve instead of putting them as brandon's backup band. anna, lawrence, kansas 10/23/02 artist: the strokes Review: i went to the show in omaha and i fell totally in love with the and all over again. but that's probably because i've been a fan from the beginning. the only problem with my show was the people kept pushing and shoving and i kept worrying about fighting for my own life, which ruined the show a little for me. but i was still blown out of the water by them. Ruchi Shah, Chicago, IL 10/22/02 artist: The Strokes Review: i think you reviewed the wrong show...cause the strokes f*cking rocked. quantity most definetly doesnt mean quality and its sad that you dont know that....what do you want Julian to do...cart wheels across the f*cking stage? Lora, NY NY 10/22/02 Review: What an upgrade on your newsletter! Looks totally professional! tony, madison, wi 10/22/02 artist: incubus Review: i was at the same show and fully agree with your review. incubus is definately a band to watch in the future! grfeat pics too. bonnie, janesville, wi 10/22/02 artist: incubus Review: man is brandon hot!! kevin, milwaukee, wi 10/21/02 Review: great job on the new e-mail! mary, elgin, il 10/21/02 Artist: Incubus Review: fantastic photos and review!!! tixman 10/21/02 Review: Keep up the good work this site is up and coming. Mike Houlihan, Illinois 10/21/02 Review: Fancy upgrade to the newsletter....Looks NICE! batsblood, australia 10/21/02 Review: Love the new look on the newsletter! HABA HABA Kevin Gutzmer, Indianapolis, IN 10/21/02 Review: Great Page!, Kevin Elsa Queneuille, Paris, France 10/20/02 artist: The Strokes Review: Hi, I read your review with great interest, and was happy to find a very honest opinion, which does not sound influenced by the hype surrounding the band, on that concert. I saw the Strokes 7 times live between june 2001 (in England) and august 2002, I can clearly tell that the best show I saw was the very first one, in June 2001 when they toured England having only released Their Modern Age ep. I can tell you the concert was everething you expect from the strokes live, tension, passion, you could feel the band was really impressed to play but so eager to please, convince and seduce the audience. Julian did not look lifeless, he was nervous and doing his best. The band was more still than pogoing on stage, it wasn't annoying it was their style, their way to perform. The last time I saw them I was deeply disappointed, it seems that each time I see them, each time it's a bit under the previous show. The passion is gone, they know their 14 or 15 songs by heart and don't seem to enjoy playing them now. That's all I had to say about my own experience, thanks again for the review, this sentence : 'Julian Casablancas casually sang into the mic as if ordering a cheeseburger through a Wendy's drive through speaker' is deadly funny for very accurate and picturable. The first photograph is a nice one! Elsa. Brian, Toronto 10/20/02 artist: The Strokes Review: Hi Saw The Strokes in Toronto on the 9th of October. They musn't have had anything left for Milwaukee because they were outstanding in front of 6,000 or so fans already quite pleased with Sloan's warm-up set. The Strokes sound was SO much more muscular than I had expected and they achieve a very nice balance of too cool and rocking hard that is quite compelling. Mind you, it's been a very long time since I've been to a show but this was quite memorable. Thanks for the rebuttal op. Cheers. gin, fenton MO 10/20/02 artist: the strokes Review: I thought The Strokes show Milwaukee, WI was wonderful. I have now been to three of their shows this tour. When you go to the shows you know what your getting yourself into. They aren't just a normal band, they are differnt. In an excellent way. I'd have to say that those were the best three concerts i've ever been to. xrayx, ConcertLivewire 10/20/02 Review: Thanks, Scott. We are always trying to get better. Stay tuned because we have some other cool things coming in the near future that I think you will enjoy! Scott, Chicago, IL 10/20/02 Review: great job on the new e-mail newsletter -music dorks love us. It continues to set yourselves even farther from the competition! jenny, lake geneva, wi 10/20/02 artist: incubus Review: i loved ur review! it was well written and very descriptive! phil. ur photos are HOT 2!!!! Steve, New York 10/19/02 artist: The Who Review: Didn't agree with the reviewer - I saw the Who in 2000 at a small out door venue in NJ & at MSG on 7/31/02. I am fortunate to have seen them live twice. I was in HS in 1982 when they did their farewell tour, and couldn't afford the tickets. 18 years later, I got my chance, and was BLOWN AWAY. As a long time fan, I was afraid of what time might have done to them - and me - but I was AMAZED. So, two years later, I had a chance to see them where they belong - on the stage at MSG in NYC - and it was completely and totally successful. They played well, Daltry sang every line as it should have been, the audience was entranced, and people of all ages - from 8 to about 60 year olds - saw history come to life. I will never forget it, and I only regret the show couldn't have been a month & a half earlier, so I would have been in John's presence also. karin, milwaukee 10/19/02 Review: luv the new email....i seee you people in the future aa real players! Metta Srey, Lowell, MA 10/19/02 artist: The Strokes Review: Okay.. I saw The Strokes when they came to Boston and I thought they were great. I think as long as you enjoy the music your mind thinks its so much better. And Julian did move he was a drucken singer how more punk can you get. I'm just saying The Strokes performence was great and I'd pay another 30 bucks to see them again. Lisa King, McPherson, KS 10/18/02 artist: Winger Review: All the bands on this tour were awesome! But to me Winger can really kick some Rock n Roll ass! brittany, columbus, ohio 10/18/02 artist: the strokes Review: F*CK YOU! The Strokes is the best band ever and if you don't like them maybe you shouldn't have gone to their f*cking show, you asshole. Maybe, after you go get your ears checked you should go to another Strokes show. Then maybe you can make an accurate review of what the f*cking are: GODS OF F*CKING ROCK AND ROLL Devin, Baton Rouge, LA 10/18/02 artist: the Strokes Review: your writing showed a total lack of interest. Gus, Germany 10/18/02 Review: Awesome! Very interesting and different site!

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