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Title: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: Dan Rydell on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM: Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: jeffy on November 06, 2007, 08:24:40 AM: I saw him both times he played in Bramlage. He puts on a hell of a show.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: michigancat on November 06, 2007, 08:54:04 AM: Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

No sh*t? You just got them online, or from an outlet?
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: pissclams on November 06, 2007, 09:57:57 AM: I saw Garth in Bramlage too. I knew nothing about him other than Friends in Low Places but his concert was excellent. Can't hate on Garth!

Sidenote: Last week I went to Van Halen and they Sprint Center double booked my seats. I guess it happened at Van Halen and Rascal Flats. Had to go to Guest Services and they gave me better seats.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: catsfan20052006 on November 06, 2007, 10:09:08 AM: Quote from: jeffy on November 06, 2007, 08:24:40 AM
I saw him both times he played in Bramlage. He puts on a hell of a show.

Yep
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: RonLongshaft on November 06, 2007, 10:11:38 AM: Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

i'm going saturday night, cant wait. was he the garth of old? running around climbing on crap, etc or did he do the old man bit and just walk around on stage and sing?
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: michigancat on November 06, 2007, 10:21:05 AM: Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

were you behind the stage?
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: dr00d on November 06, 2007, 10:45:41 AM: Quote from: Rusty on November 06, 2007, 10:21:05 AM
Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

were you behind the stage?

They said that all the shows were sold out ( and that was a week ago ) so someone must be lying, (big surprise @ the media lying)

also-he was on leno last night I think. I know they do a tape delay during the day or something, but I wonder if he played in NY earlier in the day, then flew to kc to play here...that would be pretty damn crazy.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: michigancat on November 06, 2007, 11:05:48 AM: Apparently, most shows get tickets released close to the show date. (according to Ticketmaster)
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: shaft3500 on November 06, 2007, 12:22:55 PM: i'm going friday. now, i only have to see metallica and will have my personal top 5 live shows done. these 2 are just for the "awesome show" rep they have.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: pissclams on November 06, 2007, 12:24:06 PM: I've seen Metallica several times, you won't be disappointed.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: shaft3500 on November 06, 2007, 12:30:54 PM: Quote from: pissclams on November 06, 2007, 12:24:06 PM
I've seen Metallica several times, you won't be disappointed.

:hookem:
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: jeffy on November 06, 2007, 12:33:32 PM: Quote from: pissclams on November 06, 2007, 12:24:06 PM
I've seen Metallica several times, you won't be disappointed.

:jealousy:
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: pissclams on November 06, 2007, 12:53:26 PM: The And Justice For All show remains as one of the best live shows I've seen, and I've seen a ton.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: jeffy on November 06, 2007, 01:16:05 PM: Quote from: pissclams on November 06, 2007, 12:53:26 PM
The And Justice For All show remains as one of the best live shows I've seen, and I've seen a ton.

That's, by far, my favorite Metallica album. I have no doubt that the show would be equally incredible. I'd love to see One performed live.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: ew2x4 on November 06, 2007, 01:17:45 PM: I'm def with you on Metallica...
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: Marshal Willie on November 06, 2007, 04:34:44 PM: Quote from: dr00d on November 06, 2007, 10:45:41 AM

They said that all the shows were sold out ( and that was a week ago ) so someone must be lying, (big surprise @ the media lying)

also-he was on leno last night I think. I know they do a tape delay during the day or something, but I wonder if he played in NY earlier in the day, then flew to kc to play here...that would be pretty damn crazy.

Leno was a repeat last night due to the Writers strike.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: Dan Rydell on November 06, 2007, 07:32:00 PM: Quote from: Rusty on November 06, 2007, 08:54:04 AM
Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

No sh*t? You just got them online, or from an outlet?

Just searched for 2 online, and they were available...about 2 in the afternoon.
Quote from: dr00d on November 06, 2007, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: Rusty on November 06, 2007, 10:21:05 AM
Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

were you behind the stage?

They said that all the shows were sold out ( and that was a week ago ) so someone must be lying, (big surprise @ the media lying)

also-he was on leno last night I think. I know they do a tape delay during the day or something, but I wonder if he played in NY earlier in the day, then flew to kc to play here...that would be pretty damn crazy.

We were in section 202, which is on the far end away from the stage. 3rd row. I think sometimes people's credit cards get rejected, or seats that have been reserved are released, so the seats come back into the pool. I've also heard that places like StubHub have some reasonable tickets, but I haven't checked myself.

Quote from: ASIcat on November 06, 2007, 10:11:38 AM
Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

i'm going saturday night, cant wait. was he the garth of old? running around climbing on crap, etc or did he do the old man bit and just walk around on stage and sing?

No flying around, but he was definitely active. I won't spoil it, but it definitely lived up to the rep.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: RonLongshaft on November 07, 2007, 09:51:26 AM: Quote from: bslimz on November 06, 2007, 07:32:00 PM
Quote from: Rusty on November 06, 2007, 08:54:04 AM
Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

No sh*t? You just got them online, or from an outlet?

Just searched for 2 online, and they were available...about 2 in the afternoon.
Quote from: dr00d on November 06, 2007, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: Rusty on November 06, 2007, 10:21:05 AM
Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

were you behind the stage?

They said that all the shows were sold out ( and that was a week ago ) so someone must be lying, (big surprise @ the media lying)

also-he was on leno last night I think. I know they do a tape delay during the day or something, but I wonder if he played in NY earlier in the day, then flew to kc to play here...that would be pretty damn crazy.

We were in section 202, which is on the far end away from the stage. 3rd row. I think sometimes people's credit cards get rejected, or seats that have been reserved are released, so the seats come back into the pool. I've also heard that places like StubHub have some reasonable tickets, but I haven't checked myself.

Quote from: ASIcat on November 06, 2007, 10:11:38 AM
Quote from: bslimz on November 05, 2007, 11:54:15 PM
Freakin' awesome. Trisha opened for him. I know some people don't care for him at all, but man, I'm glad I got a chance to see him live.

For anyone wanting to go see him, I picked up these tix from Ticketmaster this afternoon, so you may be able to do the same thing for one of the remaining shows...

i'm going saturday night, cant wait. was he the garth of old? running around climbing on crap, etc or did he do the old man bit and just walk around on stage and sing?

No flying around, but he was definitely active. I won't spoil it, but it definitely lived up to the rep.

good to hear, i cant wait :hookem:
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: michigancat on November 09, 2007, 09:02:09 AM: Well, I went last night, and had an absolute blast...thanks to slimz for the very helpful tip on tickets still being available. I'll try to do a report as best I can...as usual, it will be choppy and random.

We got downtown at about 6:45, and parked on the street (free) at 17th and Walnut, which was about five blocks away. Easy walk to the Sprint Center, and all the restaurants and bars that were open looked full. (On the way out, we saw the Cigar Box's lounge singer outside of his lounge - YIKES).

Right after we crossed I-70, we saw a line forming...it was the line to get in. We got our tickets to Will Call and used sclam's advice to use the Oak Street entrance. Good move. Seriously, it's unbelievable how stupid people are. The line to get into the main entrance (on Grand) wrapped all the way around the block until the last people were standing right by people waiting in the Oak Street entrance (shown on in crude MS Paint illustration on left):

(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c131/rlj4794/lines.jpg)

We got inside, and I took a lot of stairs to our horrible seats on the upper level. We both wanted beer, and I needed coffee, because I'm addicted. The first concession stand's coffee machine was broken (WTF?), but the one right next to it was supposedly working. I got the coffee, then waited for my wife to go to the bathroom. I then noticed that everyone at the first concession stand was white, and everyone at the second stand was black. Maybe charity groups volunteer? I don't know, but it looked really bad. And then my coffee was ice cold. :curse:

We went to our seats, which were directly behind the stage. It wouldn't have been as bad if all the lights and speakers didn't completely block our view of the jumbotron.

The crowd was a lot of preppy folks, a lot of white trash, and about 5% cowboys (I do not consider cowboys to be in the same group as white trash). Tons of hot chicks in their twenties, lots of teenage girls, lots of middle aged folks, a few in the 60 and up crowd.

Trisha Yearwood went first. My review: :sleep: Thankfully, she played about 5 songs and left.

Side note 1: The musicians in country bands are generally incredibly talented. You rarely hear a missed note, and when they're given freedom to do their thing, they can really play. The musicians in both bands were no exception.

Side note 2: Since this was only my second arena show in two years, there was a new annoying thing it seemed like everyone had to do constantly - take crappy pictures with their camera, then take crappy pictures with their camera phone, then text them to their friends, then call their friends, then take more crappy pictures. The girl next to me was trying to take pictures with her phone and camera at the same time, and her mom had brought a camcorder. It was very annoying for Trisha Yearwood, but not as noticeable for Garth since I was more into the show.

Then, Garth I haven't been to many arena type shows, because arena shows in my lifetime have pretty much sucked hard. I'll just say, it's difficult to imagine a better arena experience than the one Garth provides. He can connect to the audience. It's surreal to be standing in an arena seeing my wife jumping up and down screaming like a teenage girl, the teenage girl next to me jumping up and down and screaming like a teenage girl, and a couple in their sixties locking arms singing along to every song. His appeal is incredible (I mean, he's sold more records than Elvis). I've never been to a concert where the crowd was more deafening than the speakers. I don't think I've been in a louder arena for anything. (although Timmy Ellis' three to send it to OT vs. OU has to come close)

He went through most of his popular songs, and even though he was kind of losing his voice, he sounded good. He isn't incredibly talented, and has a good, not great voice, but damn, he just has something that makes people love him. Some of his songs I don't care for, but I didn't mind. I really like a couple of his songs, and I'm fascinated with the pedal steel guitar, so any band that features that gets bonus points from me. He made the crowd go nuts when he was starting to do a solo acoustic song, said, "Is this out of tune? It's no good then." He then gets a sharpie and signs the guitar, and gives it to a girl in the crowd who was having a birthday. Although kind of corny, it was still pretty cool. Kind of like most of the night.

The definite high point was "Friends in Low Places". Very cool to sing along with Garth on that song. His encore was a solo acoustic set where he talked about his influences and played some of their songs...I especially liked "Amarillo by Morning", during which his fiddle player joined him and did a great job. He finished with "Piano Man", which I think is kind of a crappy song and a boring way to end the night.

Overall, though, I give Garth an A. Great show. Go see him if you can ($25!!!)
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: pissclams on November 09, 2007, 09:34:14 AM: I think that summary is pretty much what most people think when they go see Garth. It's like "wtf? I don't even know who Garth Brooks is but that was fun!"
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: michigancat on November 09, 2007, 09:37:18 AM: Quote from: pissclams on November 09, 2007, 09:34:14 AM
I think that summary is pretty much what most people think when they go see Garth. It's like "wtf? I don't even know who Garth Brooks is but that was fun!"

Yeah, you'd have to be a real Debbie Downer to not have fun at one of his shows (kind of like me at Modest Mouse).

I'm kind of a fan, though.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: ECN on November 09, 2007, 09:37:37 AM: hot german girl has tried things for the first time this week.

1. bbq...it was smokebox...she liked it. doesnt like ribs because of the bone is the report.
2. garth brooks. her nerdy boyfriend loves the honky tonk. took her. she didnt want to go. she said it was okay.
3. dont forget the biscuits and gravy from 3 weeks ago. (still counts)
4. cherry mash

ill keep everyone updated.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: michigancat on November 09, 2007, 09:38:37 AM: Quote from: El Chupa Nibre on November 09, 2007, 09:37:37 AM
1. bbq...it was smokebox...she liked it. doesnt like ribs because of the bone is the report.

She's the opposite of the "New Age Girl".
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: ECN on November 09, 2007, 09:40:32 AM: shes waaaay to sexy to be digging in a basket of steak fries and eating a pulled pork sammy.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: steve dave on November 09, 2007, 09:41:21 AM: Quote from: El Chupa Nibre on November 09, 2007, 09:37:37 AM
hot german girl has tried things for the first time this week.

1. bbq...it was smokebox...she liked it. doesnt like ribs because of the bone is the report.
2. garth brooks. her nerdy boyfriend loves the honky tonk. took her. she didnt want to go. she said it was okay.
3. dont forget the biscuits and gravy from 3 weeks ago. (still counts)
4. cherry mash

ill keep everyone updated.

Is this the one that caught you staring at her rack in the meeting? If so, good update.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: fatty fat fat on November 09, 2007, 09:43:24 AM: n e 1 remember garth's dr. pepper commercials during ABC FOOTBALL GAMES WHEN WE USED TO BE GOOD AT FOOTBALL?
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: ECN on November 09, 2007, 09:43:57 AM: Quote from: steve dave on November 09, 2007, 09:41:21 AM
Quote from: El Chupa Nibre on November 09, 2007, 09:37:37 AM
hot german girl has tried things for the first time this week.

1. bbq...it was smokebox...she liked it. doesnt like ribs because of the bone is the report.
2. garth brooks. her nerdy boyfriend loves the honky tonk. took her. she didnt want to go. she said it was okay.
3. dont forget the biscuits and gravy from 3 weeks ago. (still counts)
4. cherry mash

ill keep everyone updated.

Is this the one that caught you staring at her rack in the meeting? If so, good update.

yes. and i posted pics. but removed them. then i uploaded them to a secret FTP site..(not ours) and showed a few board peeps.

they approved.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: steve dave on November 09, 2007, 09:44:55 AM: Quote from: El Chupa Nibre on November 09, 2007, 09:43:57 AM
Quote from: steve dave on November 09, 2007, 09:41:21 AM
Quote from: El Chupa Nibre on November 09, 2007, 09:37:37 AM
hot german girl has tried things for the first time this week.

1. bbq...it was smokebox...she liked it. doesnt like ribs because of the bone is the report.
2. garth brooks. her nerdy boyfriend loves the honky tonk. took her. she didnt want to go. she said it was okay.
3. dont forget the biscuits and gravy from 3 weeks ago. (still counts)
4. cherry mash

ill keep everyone updated.

Is this the one that caught you staring at her rack in the meeting? If so, good update.

yes. and i posted pics. but removed them. then i uploaded them to a secret FTP site..(not ours) and showed a few board peeps.

they approved.

You should upload to ours to see if I approve (< I will)
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: JavaCat on November 09, 2007, 10:37:04 AM: Kickass. Just got tickets for my girlfriend and I for tomorrow nights show in section 122. Did a search online and they told me nothing was available. Tried a few minutes later and there were two in section 101, row 5. By the time I called the girlfriend and tried to buy them it said I was out of time. Did the search again and they gave me the one's in 122. I'll make sure and take the Oak Street advice.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: pissclams on November 09, 2007, 11:27:18 AM: Java you should check out (park at and have a beer before concert) at JP Winebar then walk over to Sprint Center. Good times.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: JavaCat on November 09, 2007, 12:50:00 PM: Quote from: pissclams on November 09, 2007, 11:27:18 AM
Java you should check out (park at and have a beer before concert) at JP Winebar then walk over to Sprint Center. Good times.

Cool. Will check it out.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: shaft3500 on November 09, 2007, 12:59:29 PM: i'm going tonight. any other bars (the crowd i will be with will not be into the wine bar thing) that are open and close?
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: michigancat on November 09, 2007, 01:04:32 PM: Quote from: shaft3500 on November 09, 2007, 12:59:29 PM
i'm going tonight. any other bars (the crowd i will be with will not be into the wine bar thing) that are open and close?

Willies is right across I-70, and should be fine for about everyone. I think McFadden's across Grand will be open, but I think it's a grand opening or something, so it will probably be packed. Cigar Box is further south on Grand and should have a lounge singer.

There are more, but those are the closest.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: shaft3500 on November 09, 2007, 01:25:57 PM: cool, thanks.
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: cyclist on November 09, 2007, 01:27:43 PM: Quote from: Rusty on November 09, 2007, 09:02:09 AM
Well, I went last night, and had an absolute blast...thanks to slimz for the very helpful tip on tickets still being available. I'll try to do a report as best I can...as usual, it will be choppy and random.

Got Dang it, Rusty !

I was waving at you and you just ignored me. :curse:

Actually, with the mass of folks, you probably thought I was waving at Garth and/or Trisha. They certainly waved at me... ;)

Mrs. cyclist's company had a suite. Let me tell you, that was sweet (pun intended). It's been years since I've been to a concert, and this was a lot of fun.

And I did enjoy Trisha's part, but it wasn't her best work at all. She can really belt out the songs. Her following is more niche, obviously. And like everyone has said, Garth has a great bond with the audience. His voice was kinda going, but it didn't matter as the audience was singing along anyway.

Oh, and it's going to be a great arena for basketball, hockey, etc.

:cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist: :cyclist:
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: Dan Rydell on November 09, 2007, 05:21:58 PM: Glad you were able to get tickets, Rusty. Good review.

Going again tonight, with the original tickets/group of friends I had organized. I think/hope the Friday night crowd will be amped up (not that Monday's wasn't).

Woot!

:woot:

(And how classless of you to sit in a suite, Cyclist. :rolleyes:)

This weekend has awesome written all over it. Garth tonight. Watch the DVR of the Cats later tonight. Watch the Nebraska game tomorrow morning. Watch the Cats in Manhattan on Sunday. Off work Monday.

:cheers:
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: cyclist on November 09, 2007, 07:26:56 PM: Quote from: bslimz on November 09, 2007, 05:21:58 PM

(And how classless of you to sit in a suite, Cyclist. :rolleyes:)

True dat !

Actually, it was not the sitting in the suite, but the letting you guys know that I had was the classless part !

;) ;) ;) ;)
Title: Re: Just back from Garth's opening night...
Post by: powercatmiller on November 11, 2007, 12:17:29 PM: Quote from: fatty fat fat on November 09, 2007, 09:43:24 AM
n e 1 remember garth's dr. pepper commercials during ABC FOOTBALL GAMES WHEN WE USED TO BE GOOD AT FOOTBALL?

Here is the song fatty , cant find the actual commercial

http://youtube.com/watch?v=zYHe8z44OmM