Arctic Monkeys @ AG

[The Bard]

18 hours ago, Slippin cider said:

Incredible, ask most people in the street who they were and they wouldn’t have a clue! … certainly not my cup of tea 

Which street is that then?  

[Slippin cider]

1 hour ago, not_for_you said:

I think that you are well out of touch on this one. The ‘kids’ absolutely love this band.

The whole tour sold out in minutes, 8 months in advance. That’s hundreds of thousands of tickets at circa £80 a pop. Tens of thousands locked out of the online ticket sales and resale tickets at hundreds of pounds above face value.

It’s not my cup of tea either but there’s no denying the level this band is at.

I’ll be going as I’m taking my daughter & friends. Should be an interesting gig I think.

Fair play to them for selling out these big venues, i just don’t put them in the same class as the usual stadium fillers like Elton John, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones , Coldplay, Depeche Mode etc . I know of one song of theirs and didn’t like that , probably an age thing. If that’s your thing then enjoy .

[Slippin cider]

46 minutes ago, Kid in the Riot said:

 

Fastest selling British debut album of all-time, and their first five albums all went straight to no.1 in the sales charts. 

But if you say so... 

I had no idea they were so popular, fair enough.

[southside]

20 minutes ago, Slippin cider said:

Fair play to them for selling out these big venues, i just don’t put them in the same class as the usual stadium fillers like Elton John, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones , Coldplay, Depeche Mode etc . I know of one song of theirs and didn’t like that , probably an age thing. If that’s your thing then enjoy .

I'm 66 and absolutely love 'em, so probably not an age thing, more like having a great taste in music thing

[Slippin cider]

24 minutes ago, southside said:

I'm 66 and absolutely love 'em, so probably not an age thing, more like having a great taste in music thing

I have a huge and eclectic mix of music in my collection of both Vinyl and CDs and used to play drums in a band so probably not.   Just not my thing but as I’ve said , if they float your boat, enjoy  

Edited May 29, 2023 by Slippin cider

[And Its Smith]

1 hour ago, Slippin cider said:

Fair play to them for selling out these big venues, i just don’t put them in the same class as the usual stadium fillers like Elton John, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones , Coldplay, Depeche Mode etc . I know of one song of theirs and didn’t like that , probably an age thing. If that’s your thing then enjoy .

So because you don’t like them means that people on the street don’t know them? The power you have, blimey 

[OneTeamInBristol]

My first concert down the gate this one. Planning to arrive around 16:30, does that seem about the right time? 

Don’t want to be too early but also don’t want to be rushing in. 

[lenred]

14 minutes ago, OneTeamInBristol said:

My first concert down the gate this one. Planning to arrive around 16:30, does that seem about the right time? 

Don’t want to be too early but also don’t want to be rushing in. 

I guess that depends what you want to do and whether you are standing and want a great spot or reserved seating (so it doesn’t matter) etc.  Expect there will be plenty there at that time. I’m planning on about 2.5hrs later as just want to see The Hives beforehand and am in reserved seats so will take the opportunity to drink cheaper and better beer beforehand!  

Edited May 29, 2023 by lenred

[lenred]

1 hour ago, southside said:

I'm 66 and absolutely love 'em, so probably not an age thing, more like having a great taste in music thing

Yep - my father in law is joining us and he’s 73 and got superb music taste. Much larger spread of ages at most gigs and festivals these days. 

[Slippin cider]

29 minutes ago, And Its Smith said:

So because you don’t like them means that people on the street don’t know them? The power you have, blimey 

Dry your eyes mate 

[Slippin cider]

Portway closed in both directions. Police dealing with a welfare incident.

Edited May 29, 2023 by Slippin cider

[ralphindevon]

3 hours ago, Lew-T said:

First time concert at AG for me later today. Looking forward to it!

My first concert at AG too, I’ve seen cricket, Rugby and even a bit of football so looking forward to this.

Just got a packed M5 and a closed Portway to negotiate 

36 minutes ago, Slippin cider said:

Portway closed in both directions. Police dealing with a welfare incident.

Does welfare incident mean someone has jumped off the bridge?

[Slippin cider]

1 minute ago, ralphindevon said:

Does welfare incident mean someone has jumped off the bridge?

Not necessarily but it usually involves the Bridge, they haven’t said exactly what or where it is .

[Out of his pie crust]

1 hour ago, Slippin cider said:

Dry your eyes mate 

I’m not a fan of The Streets but each to their own

[AshtonGreat]

1 hour ago, OneTeamInBristol said:

My first concert down the gate this one. Planning to arrive around 16:30, does that seem about the right time? 

Don’t want to be too early but also don’t want to be rushing in. 

Especially not at seven quid a pint :laugh:

[southside]

2 hours ago, Slippin cider said:

Not necessarily but it usually involves the Bridge, they haven’t said exactly what or where it is .

Climbing accident

[Slippin cider]

14 minutes ago, southside said:

Climbing accident

Ah ok , hope they’re ok . 

[phantom]

5 minutes ago, Slippin cider said:

Ah ok , hope they’re ok . 

 

[weepywall]

I don't mind them but not a fan as such I just think it's great that bands of that stature are playing in Bristol especially at AG.

 

Edited May 29, 2023 by weepywall
Mistake

[phantom]

I wonder what ha with the plans to hold more concerts this summer 

[slartibartfast]

5 hours ago, Slippin cider said:

Fair play to them for selling out these big venues, i just don’t put them in the same class as the usual stadium fillers like Elton John, Rod Stewart, Tom Jones , Coldplay, Depeche Mode etc . I know of one song of theirs and didn’t like that , probably an age thing. If that’s your thing then enjoy .

Fair play, that's one more than me!      When I say that,if you played me one I'd probably know the tune .

[slartibartfast]

33 minutes ago, phantom said:

I wonder what ha with the plans to hold more concerts this summer 

Don't forget we've got to build a stand behind a goal in time for the start of the season l.............haven't we ?

[RedorDead BCFC]

1 hour ago, slartibartfast said:

Fair play, that's one more than me!      When I say that,if you played me one I'd probably know the tune .

Bet you look good on the dance floor 

[slartibartfast]

3 minutes ago, RedorDead BCFC said:

Bet you look good on the dance floor 

Yes, I do, but what's that got to do with anything ?

 

I take it's one of their tunes ?

[RedorDead BCFC]

The volume at the moment is deafening in here. And I’m in the Dolman 

[Lanterne Rouge]

6 minutes ago, RedorDead BCFC said:

The volume at the moment is deafening in here. And I’m in the Dolman 

If it gets too much you can always leave early then...................................

[David Brent]

They’re popular but then so are Coldplay. 

I’m certainly jealous of anyone there tonight though. 

[RedM]

2 hours ago, phantom said:

I wonder what ha with the plans to hold more concerts this summer 

I guess they couldn't come to an agreement with anyone else. Many go to Cardiff and not Bristol for this part of the country. I don't think we were ever in for Beyonce mind , but maybe Harry Styles who is going to Cardiff and Coventry.

By Cardiff I mean the Mill Stad not Cardiff City btw 

[Bristol Rob]

1 hour ago, RedorDead BCFC said:

The volume at the moment is deafening in here. And I’m in the Dolman 

I hope they don't need to make any safety announcements over the PA system in the Dolman, you might struggle to hear it.

[phantom]

Interesting story about the band