It Was Them in Anaheim [Archive]

michelej1

09-20-2008, 12:48 AM

Just out of the Anaheim show. It was great overall, but I just wanted to quickly note Lindsey's kids. They were all there with about 8 school friends.

After the intro to Big Love, I saw Kristen run out with Will and Lee Lee, carrying Stella in her arms and I thought that was strange. I figured they only wanted to listen to the part of the show that was about them, or maybe Kristen had chosen just that moment to leave Lindsey and was making a quick getaway.

After Big Love, Lindsey said he wanted to do a song that was not normally in his setlist, but since he wrote it about his kids, he wanted to sing it for them. So, he started "It Was You" and imagine my surprise when Will came out for the line "William is here". He was shaking some rattling instrument (maraccas?). Then Lee Lee came out for her chorus. Kristen sat in a corner, egging them on.

When he got to "Stella's here!" Lindsey looked around for Stella, but she wasn't here. After the song he said, "Where's Stella?" Kristen answered him and he turned to the audience: "I think we lost Stella. Apparently she's asleep."

Brett dismissed the idea that Stella might be bored by her dad, hastily adding, "But she loves the show!"

Someone in the audience asked Lindsey how old Stella was and he said. "Four. Yes, we're bad parents." He had Will and Lee Lee take a bow and hugged them. He said getting 2 out of 3 kids up there wasn't bad.

An audience member told him he did a good job and he agreed that he and Kristen did good work when it came to having kids. He thanked Will and Lee Lee and said they had done a beautiful job on the song.

They went back into the audience and took their seats. By the time Lindsey got to Treason, his kids and all of their friends were sitting on the edge of the stage. They asked Lindsey for his guitar picks and he handed them out one by one.

When it was time for Time Precious Time, Will offered to give Lindsey one of the picks back and Lindsey smiled and said, "No, you keep it. I don't need it for this song."

As Lindsey performed TPT, Brett went and got Stella and held her in the wings. She had a firm hold on her blankie and she was waving to the kids sitting on the stage from her perch. After the song ended, Brett told her to go out on stage with Lindsey. She did and came up to Lindsey from behind, so he didn't really see her at first. When he did, he bent down to get her, but I think she was put off by the sweat dripping from him. She touched his damp shirt very gingerly, then teased him and eluded his grasp when he tried to grab her. As everyone left the stage, she lingered behind on the edge, looking out into the audience, clutching her blanket. I think she might just be a ham. Blood will out!

More about the actual show later.

Michele

Nico

09-20-2008, 01:38 AM

Wow, that sounds absolutely precious. That was probably a treat for all there. Lindsey's so proud of his family and it's quite obvious. Soon it'll be like the Partridge Family or the "Sound of Music." Just wait.

Incidentally, since you were there...which of the children looks most like Lindsey in your opinion. I'm kinda of thinking it's somewhere between William and Stella. I don't know though. Used to think it was Leelee, but from the most recent pics she kind of looks like Kristen the most.

Wildheart82

09-20-2008, 02:12 AM

Great review Michele - great show! It was really cool with all the kids there, at first they were standing by the stage, and one-by-one they all jumped up on the stage and sat on the edge. Will kept looking back and studying the crowd - it was really unique watching that interaction! After the show we went around back and waited hoping to get a picture or an autograph. All the kids came out first (about 12 of them - they had a bunch of friends!) Will and a few of the boys came over and started talking with us and then they gave out all the guitar picks that Lindsey had given them earlier. It's the one with the no pick symbol but on the other side it says L. B. T. I. Anyone know what the T. I. stands for??? Then all the kids got in the big van/bus and then Kristen came out carrying Stella and then Lindsey. He waved toward us and then got on the bus. After about 20 minutes, Lindsey got off the bus and it took off. He came over to all of us fans and spoke to each one of us, signed autographs and took pictures with any one who asked. He was really cool, took his time with each person and it was an incredible experience. What a great night, one I will never forget!!!:blob1:

Here's my picture!

http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr322/wildheart82/IMG_0084.jpg

DavidMn

09-20-2008, 02:17 AM

thats an excellent picture!:nod:

Wildheart82

09-20-2008, 02:21 AM

thats an excellent picture!:nod:

Thanks David - did you recognize me? I met you in line at HOB Anaheim last year and we stood by the stage next to each other!!

Enjoy your upcoming concerts - mine is over:distress:

DavidMn

09-20-2008, 02:26 AM

Thanks David - did you recognize me? I met you in line at HOB Anaheim last year and we stood by the stage next to each other!!

Enjoy your upcoming concerts - mine is over:distress:I think I do remember you. Nice to talk to you again. My first show is next SUnday in Kansas City. CANT WAIT!:] After everything Ive been through with my car, I'm thrilled to still be able to go.

michelej1

09-20-2008, 02:44 AM

Will and a few of the boys came over and started talking with us and then they gave out all the guitar picks that Lindsey had given them earlier. It's the one with the no pick symbol but on the other side it says L. B. T. I. Anyone know what the T. I. stands for???

That was really nice of the kids to give you their guitar picks. I would guess that the "T" in LBTI stands for "tour" but I'm clueless as to the "I." Incorporated:laugh:? That's a beautiful picture of you with Lindsey. You both look terrific. I thought it was an excellent show.

Michele

SNLB

09-20-2008, 03:09 AM

Yes, it certainly turned out to be a great night! The concert was excellent as always and it was great to hear It Was You with 2 of Lindsey's kids taking the stage. Stella was in the row right in front of me and she is such a good baby! I also thought Will was a very nice young man. It was very exciting to be able to get a picture with Lindsey. He is such a soft spoken guy. He was very nice to all of us who were standing out there. I agree that watching Will watch us watch his dad was very interesting. He is just taking it all in, and it seems, enjoying it.

I will try to get some photos posted tomorrow. Right now I am just so tired, but I wanted to say "Hi" to The Ledgies who were out there waiting. Sorry I didn't get a chance to say goodbye. Glad it worked out for us all!

And, thank you to Lindsey for his time and graciousness in signing, taking pictures and just plain chit-chatting. Whatta guy!

michelej1

09-20-2008, 03:10 AM

Nico,

I suppose it's too easy to say that Will looks like Lindsey just because he has brown hair that tends to be curly, but I think he does. I can't really tell if the girls look like him, although back when they did that People magazine lay out, Lee Lee's eyes reminded me of Lindsey's.

As for the rest of the show, about a half hour beforehand the kids were playing on the stage. I'm sure the set up crew appreciated that! The audience was pretty spare, still filing in, but when the girls started to do hand stands and acrobatics, people in the audience applauded them. The kids all had on GOS t-shirts. The boys had on white and the girls had on red/brown. Stella was the smallest child there and she liked the audience. Just as she did at the end of the show, before it started, she was standing on the apron of the stage, looking into the audience and waving. She also amused herself by pushing over any of the bigger kids trying to achieve hand stands. A diva in training.

Kristen looked like she not only had the whole school of children with her, but all of her friends and household staff too. It seemed to be more of them than there were seats to hold them. It took them awhile to get situated. Stella was holding her nanny's hand as she waited to be seated in the audience.

I was closer to the speakers this time than I ever was before and when the pounding beat of Great Day started, the thump, thump, thump felt like my heart leaping against my chest.

Before Trouble started Lindsey said his new album came out Tuesday. When people hollered that they had it, he said we should keep getting it. He said many of us know that Los Angeles is his home and he has lots of friends in the audience, in addition to his family. He mentioned them, his wife Kristen, and each of the kids by name and said that he loved them very much.

When he introduced Big Love, Lindsey said that he left FM in an attempt to regain his insanity, which caused everyone to laugh. He then added that he did it to regain his sanity and individuality too. He talked about how his life had changed since he met his wife just over 10 years ago and says that the original meaning of Big Love is now firmly rooted in the past.

I don't really like the studio versions of Come or World Turning, but I am enjoying both songs more on this tour than I did on the SYW tour.

He did It Was You between Big Love and Did You Miss Me. As part of the Big Love intro he also mentioned that the solo version he does became a template for a lot of other songs he's written since then. So, I guess he's noticed what the critics have been saying about the fast finger picking songs becoming ubiquitous.

When it was time to acknowledge the band he said, "I'd like to introduce the band . . . that's it." He turned around as if that was all he had to say and then laughed at his own joke. He mentioned that Wally came from a family of great percussionists.

I thought GYOW was especially sizzling, with the crowd so into it.

I was sorry to see "Family Night" on the GOS tour end.

Lindsey and the guys will now be leaving the California area and I sure will miss following the tour. But I look forward to reading about all of its changes and twists of fate in reviews from other fans.

Michele

michelej1

09-20-2008, 03:15 AM

I agree that watching Will watch us watch his dad was very interesting. He is just taking it all in, and it seems, enjoying it.

We had to pass the Honda Center to get to The Grove and it made me think of Fleetwood Mac. If Will got a kick out of watching the crowd tonight, just wait until he sees the sea of people at the larger FM venues. Very exciting. Since 2003-2004 is probably pretty fuzzy for even Will to recall, I am glad that they are getting old enough to have these memories of their dad being a rock star.

Michele

LINDSEY#1FAN

09-20-2008, 07:34 AM

EXCELLENT PICTURE !!!!! GOOD FOR YOU !!!!! :blob2::]

Tango

09-20-2008, 08:29 AM

What a really cool thing to share with the audience- definitely family man! Congrats to those that got to be there! :) Thank you for telling US about it!

LBTI = Lindsey Buckingham Tribe INC. :laugh:

You guys all saw the tribe!

SNLB

09-20-2008, 09:12 AM

Here are a few photos from last nights festivities:

When the kids went to the stage, the adults followed! :laugh:
The blond kid raises his LB pick in victory, but was sweet enough to offer it back to Lindsey before he played Time Precious Time. The adults were "awwwing" over that gesture!
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m47/gubay/MYSPACE/Lindsey_Grove_17.jpg

Love them and watch them grow:
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m47/gubay/MYSPACE/Lindsey_Grove_7_kidsonstage.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m47/gubay/MYSPACE/Lindsey_Grove_13.jpg

http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m47/gubay/MYSPACE/Lindsey_Grove_14.jpg

Anaheim ROCKS!
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m47/gubay/MYSPACE/Lindsey_Grove_22.jpg

It was such a great night last night. Kinda wish I was headed to Vegas!

Tango

09-20-2008, 09:30 AM

Thank you for sharing the pictures! Between the reviews and pics I can see it. It sounds like it was a LOT of fun!

#1LiddyBuckFan

09-20-2008, 09:32 AM

What a great night it sounds like!! WOW!! That was one of my favorite things on the last tour. Seeing the family and Will jump into his Dad's arms after the show. Anaheim sounds like 10 times that!! Awesome.

carol7lynn

09-20-2008, 09:33 AM

Last nights show was definitely the best of the 3 L.A. shows that I saw this week. :]:

I got to talk with LeeLee(sp?) before the show and she was amped to the max about going on stage. Can't say that I blame her. She also told me that she was eight years old and in the second grade. Great family and great kids.

After the concert, as SNLB and WildHeart said, we got an unofficial meet and greet with Lindsey and Walfredo. I was hoping that Brett would come over but he went back inside and then security shooed us out of the parking lot. Walfredo told me that they were going to Vegas tomorrow-which is actually today now. I had to get some sleep after all the driving around SoCal this week.

BTW the band sounded a lot better tonight than they did in San Diego on Tuesday and the rest of the tour should kick ass! :blob2:Can't wait for the MacAttack!:blob2:

A shout out to all the board members I met last night and Front Row Fred I think you were standing to my right at the stage last night. I didn't realize it until late last night. Was that you? Did you make it to the stage too?

Carol-Lynn
SoCalGalNow:]:]

Nico

09-20-2008, 10:24 AM

Those pictures are so cute.

It would be cool if there was video of this. It sounds like a very special little moment on LB's tour thus far.

SNLB

09-20-2008, 10:30 AM

I don't know if this has been mentioned in other threads or if should have its own thread, but I noticed at last nights show that the merchandise booth was selling autographed copies of EACH of Lindsey's solo cds. At Royce Hall they weren't doing that and I was only expecting to see Gift Of Screws at the Anaheim show and I planned on buying it, but imagine my surprise when I saw my favorite LB cd, Out Of The Cradle being offered with an autograph! So, just a heads up for those of you who are interested in Lindsey's earlier solo cds. They were $20.00 a piece (except the DVD/CD which is $30.00).

Nico

09-20-2008, 10:34 AM

SNLB

09-20-2008, 10:40 AM

I didn't pay a whole lot of attention to the shirts (I think I was too gaga from seeing Out Of The Cradle autographed!) and the only girlie shirt I remember seeing was a reddish one with the guitar on the front. I thought that was offered on the last tour, but again, I could be totally wrong. I know there were several other Gift Of Screws men's shirts, but I can't remember if there was anything different, shirt wise. Maybe someone else paid better attention than I did. :o

michelej1

09-20-2008, 11:06 AM

Here are a few photos from last nights festivities:

Your photos are awesome -- and they weren't easily obtained. Even until the very end, I saw security telling people to put the cameras down.I love the shot of the kids on stage. Michele

vivfox

09-20-2008, 11:07 AM

Thanks for that info. Out of the Cradle autographed??!!!?? Um, yeah, they better have some of those available for me. Did they have any new/different shirts? I only strictly wear the skinny fit types because those big ones are always huge on me and I don't think they're flattering (for me).
I used to sell merchandise at a venue in Phoenix for whatever band was playing that night. People would always ask me what size t-shirt they should buy. I always recommended XXL. I'd say, "look at me." "When I was your age I was stick thin and can no longer fit into the shirts I bought in the 1980's." Most of us when we get older, get fatter so that size small you pay for today will not fit you in 25 years. Just a suggestion. Also my "blame it on my wild heart" t-shirt is still in mint condition but I haven't been able to fit into it since 1988.And no, it's not for sale...

michelej1

09-20-2008, 11:09 AM

SNLB

09-20-2008, 12:18 PM

Your photos are awesome -- and they weren't easily obtained. Michele

Tell me about it. Did you notice that security came over and told a couple of people in the Buckingham camp that there was no picture-taking? Somebody in the "tribe" must have told security who they were and suddenly it was okay! Hahaa! Too funny.

In 2006, the same thing happened to me at this venue. I was taking pictures with flash and got quite a few before security told me to stop. I can't remember if they just told me to stop using flash or stop altogether. I took the rest of the photos without flash and got some okay shots. So, last night, I kind of knew what to expect. I got some shots early on and tried not to take too many. I could see exactly where the security guy was so I was trying to be careful, but when the kids came on stage for It Was You, I flipped on the flash and snuck a shot. Up to that point they hadn't told me to stop, even though I saw them telling others to stop, so I figured it I got busted, at least I'd have that shot with his kids. It was just too good to not try for it. Once we got to the stage, however, it was all said and done. Right in front, everyone had their cameras flashing. When he signed for me last night, I told him I thought his children were adorable. Referring to It Was You, he said, "Wasn't that cute?" and went on to say how they tried to get all three of them on stage.

I think those kids have show-biz in their blood. They sure loved the attention last night while they were doing their hand-stands, splits, whatever on stage before the show started. Last night after the show while we were standing at the fence, Will and Lee Lee came over and checked us out. I am an Elvis and Billy Joel fan. I have seen them both perform live, and I have seen their kids, Lisa Presley and Alexa Joel perform live. Makes me think in another 8-10 years that I'm going to be seeing the name Will Buckingham making his way to an L.A. club since he's writing songs with his dad already. There's something to look forward to!

Front Row Fred

09-20-2008, 02:42 PM

A shout out to all the board members I met last night and Front Row Fred I think you were standing to my right at the stage last night. I didn't realize it until late last night. Was that you? Did you make it to the stage too?

Carol-Lynn
SoCalGalNow:]:]

Well I don't know if it was me standing next to you but I did make it to the stage, it was a great show, I got one of Brett's picks. What does the T.I. stand for? Anyone?
Here are some of my pics, (taken when the camera nazis were not looking)
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08026.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08027.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08012.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08013.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08016.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08021.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08023.jpg
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08005.jpg

A couple of notes, the first two songs had no one playing bass but there was a heavy (and loud) bass line going so I guess it was recorded? Kind of odd. Lindsey is a great "picker" guitar player and will be high on my list, (sorry but Jeff Beck is still the best)

sywlindseyfan

09-20-2008, 02:46 PM

Hey ledgies it was great to meet you last night, mom loved y guys too, she is THEEE Fleetwood Mac fan, and she is the one that got me into all of this so yea, i got pics too, so as soon as I have time I will post, and if anyone could.....could you post the picture of us ledgies that my mom took???

By the way the show was simply amazing, it seemed so personal, and heartfelt, and just felt so warm toward the end, when everyone went to the stage just standing there and swaying to TPT.....I felt like I was going to die, I feel like it was a living room performance, just all gathered around and listening. WALFREDO!!!! is an amazing man, haha so nice and very cool. and What can i say?? I have waited 5 years to meet Lindsey hahah, glad I did, on such a special occasion last night,.......my senior year memories of HS just keep getting sweeter....

I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL FLEETWOOD MAC!!!!!!!!!!

P.S. Lindsey did something i have neevr seen before..he lip sang the high pitch laughter on the chorus of GOS. Please correct me if I am wrong

SNLB

09-20-2008, 03:16 PM

Hey ledgies it was great to meet you last night, mom loved y guys too, she is THEEE Fleetwood Mac fan...could you post the picture of us ledgies that my mom took???

Your wish is my command. Great to meet you and your mom. She brought ya up right, kid! Please thank your mom from me for taking the photo. It's fun to have photos like that. That "Fiesta" sign kept getting in my photos. Anyone know who that is next to sywlindseyfan?
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m47/gubay/MYSPACE/Lindsey_Grove_23.jpg

michelej1

09-20-2008, 03:20 PM

P.S. Lindsey did something i have neevr seen before..he lip sang the high pitch laughter on the chorus of GOS. Please correct me if I am wrong

The to the left, the right, stuff at the end of GOS is recorded too. Michele

SNLB

09-20-2008, 04:08 PM

Below is the link and I've pasted the review. For those who want a hard copy, it should be in Sunday's newspaper. If you go to the link, there are more pictures as well as a link to the setlist.

http://www.ocregister.com/articles/lindsey-buckingham-grove-2164466-anaheim-gift

Saturday, September 20, 2008

Lindsey Buckingham's return to the Grove a strong one

Review: Two years since a solo acoustic gig there, Fleetwood Mac's studio mastermind fleshes out his solo sound with a band.

By GEORGE A. PAUL

The Orange County Register

For the Lindsey Buckingham completist, this was as good as it gets.

During an exceptional, nearly two-hour show Friday night at the Grove of Anaheim, the Fleetwood Mac singer-guitarist-studio-wiz touched upon virtually every facet of his lengthy career. Buckingham's wife and young children were present, a likely catalyst for his relaxed and chatty demeanor.

Unlike the last tour – which arrived at the Grove in late 2006 – Buckingham indulged fewer guitar showcases alone. (See "Live at the Bass Performance Hall," released earlier this year, for a fine example of that). His tight three-piece band this time out, including keyboardist-bassist Brett Tuggle (a veteran of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks treks) and guitarist Neale Heywood, rocked plain and simple.

Since Buckingham compositions were continually given over to the Mac, 14 years elapsed between his third solo disc, "Out of the Cradle," and the mostly acoustic effort "Under the Skin." But this past week the impressive "Gift of Screws" (a title based on an Emily Dickinson poem) arrived in stores – the veteran musician is definitely making up for lost time.

Buckingham employs a unique, self-taught finger-picking style on electric and acoustic guitars. The result is a distinct sound that can be a wonder to behold live.

In Anaheim, half of "Screws" comprised the 20-song set, kicking off with the churning new "Great Day," where Heywood, Tuggle and their boss traded overlapping harmonies. (Click here for a complete set list.) Solo hits from the '80s like "Trouble" and "Go Insane" were played back-to-back, each done in full-band mode. The former had a gorgeous rhythmic sweep; the latter, an almost country-rock vibe with cascading vocals from all three guys.

Evil Buckingham cackles, tribal drums from drummer Walfredo Reyes and ominous keyboards marked a wicked "Tusk," with Tuggle triggering the USC Marching Band horns. That prompted the first of several standing ovations.

The evolution of 1987's "Big Love" was described "an ensemble piece before I took leave of the band to relieve my sanity." Buckingham, 59, said refashioning it for just voice and guitar became a template for future work. "I'd been living a narrow life" until I got married. "Now the song has taken on a sense of irony." Watching Buckingham's manic buildup and nimble fretwork on flamenco-styled guitar during that song never gets old.

One of the evening's oldest tunes was "World Turning" from the Mac's self-titled 1975 album. It's been a frequent part of that band's gigs ever since. The crowd didn't have to endure Mick Fleetwood's loony human percussion shtick here, but Reyes' extended spotlight was clearly a tribute.

Some lighthearted moments occurred during the rarely played "It Was You," a "rock nursery rhyme written for my kids," as Buckingham described it. Halfway through the breezy tune, with more cascading vocals, his son and daughter tentatively strolled on stage to add percussion, proud papa beaming throughout.

Buckingham also pulled out the strange and bombastic "Come," off the Mac's shamefully ignored 2003 reunion effort, "Say You Will." It was a "bathroom break" tune when I reviewed them at Verizon in '04, but fans at the not-quite-sold-out Grove stayed seated. (I would've picked something more melodic off that disc, such as "Bleed to Love Her" or "Steal Your Heart Away," and given either one a tweak).

"Gift of Screws," meanwhile, is chock-full of potential adult rock radio hits. The yearning first single "Did You Miss Me?," with its memorable chorus, came across even better in concert, for instance.

Once Buckingham and company reached the home stretch, the audience was on its feet, wildly clapping along to exhilarating old "Rumours" faves "Go Your Own Way" and "Second Hand News." All told, Buckingham proved he's still a force to be reckoned with.

carol7lynn

09-20-2008, 05:48 PM

Great Pictures Front Row Fred.

I think T.I. on the pick means :] "Totally Insane!":] or :cool:"Too Intense":cool: or :nod:"Total Insanity":nod:or :o"This Issue":o or my personal favorite: :xoxo:"Troubadour Idol".

Now what do we do when "the lights go down and there's no one left standing on the stage..":shrug:

Carol-Lynn

ShangriLaTroubl

09-20-2008, 06:11 PM

Hey that's me in the pic, big guy far right - brown shirt! Great show, best one so far!

ShangriLaTroubl

09-20-2008, 06:32 PM

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y150/BlueCrystalMirror/Lindsey%20Buckingham%20Anaheim%202008/IMG00285.jpg
It's blurry but it means a lot TO ME! lol
(CAMERA PHONE)

signing my Under the Skin sleeve:

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y150/BlueCrystalMirror/Lindsey%20Buckingham%20Anaheim%202008/IMG00284.jpg

Autograph, woot woot

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y150/BlueCrystalMirror/Lindsey%20Buckingham%20Anaheim%202008/IMG00288.jpg

Signing for others:

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y150/BlueCrystalMirror/Lindsey%20Buckingham%20Anaheim%202008/IMG00283.jpg

SNLB

09-20-2008, 07:06 PM

Ahhh! Very cool! We hit the jackpot last night, So Cal Ledgies! And I am so grateful for it.

Uh, I was thinking about the L.B. T.I. and what the T I stood for. Okay, this completely nuts, but hey, I'm entertaining myself so go along with me. If you take away the S in Stevie and the N in Nicks, you have T.I. Tevie Icks....:shocked:

Sorry, I couldn't resist....

hlforan

09-20-2008, 09:18 PM

After the intro to Big Love, I saw Kristen run out with Will and Lee Lee, carrying Stella in her arms and I thought that was strange. I figured they only wanted to listen to the part of the show that was about them, or maybe Kristen had chosen just that moment to leave Lindsey and was making a quick getaway.
Michele
That is so cool, an amazing opportunity- I'd love to see his family, how he is able to involve them is just magical. This is an incredible review, and i was pleased to read it.
How cool that he has finally been able to have a family-

I am just wondering though, where were you going with this one paragraph? I don't understand the part about Kristen wanting to make a quick getaway? That they only wanted to listen to the part of the show that was about them-? It sounds (and please correct me if I am off), that you may be making an assumption that may also be off? Is it possible that all the negative comments about Kristen are just that? Maybe that is not at all what you meant, hopefully I just misinterpreted that part. I have just read so many negative jealous, if you will, comments about his wife that I feel the need to stick up for Lindsey and his personal life, it makes me sad to read that kind of stuff. He loves her and that is good enough for me, I don't like the mean things people say about her, because, I love him!!! Please clarify, you sound like a huge fan, and I am hoping that I just read that part of your post incorrectly?? I tire of the criticism of his wife in particular, it all seems like hearsay, a small moment and she is judged for life. I really want to believe that is not what you were getting at. I just imagine how Lindsey would feel if he took the time to read such crummy innuendos, assumptions or opinions of how his fans trash his wife. :shrug::distress:

CADreaming

09-20-2008, 09:25 PM

That is so cool, an amazing opportunity- I'd love to see his family, how he is able to involve them is just magical. This is an incredible review, and i was pleased to read it.
How cool that he has finally been able to have a family-

I am just wondering though, where were you going with this one paragraph? I don't understand the part about Kristen wanting to make a quick getaway? That they only wanted to listen to the part of the show that was about them-? It sounds (and please correct me if I am off), that you may be making an assumption that may also be off? Is it possible that all the negative comments about Kristen are just that? Maybe that is not at all what you meant, hopefully I just misinterpreted that part. I have just read so many negative jealous, if you will, comments about his wife that I feel the need to stick up for Lindsey and his personal life, it makes me sad to read that kind of stuff. He loves her and that is good enough for me, I don't like the mean things people say about her, because, I love him!!! Please clarify, you sound like a huge fan, and I am hoping that I just read that part of your post incorrectly?? I tire of the criticism of his wife in particular, it all seems like hearsay, a small moment and she is judged for life. I really want to believe that is not what you were getting at. I just imagine how Lindsey would feel if he took the time to read such crummy innuendos, assumptions or opinions of how his fans trash his wife. :shrug::distress:

I understand what you are saying, but people experience what they experience. It's too bad that fans have had those experiences regardless.

LukeA

09-20-2008, 09:29 PM

I am just wondering though, where were you going with this one paragraph? I don't understand the part about Kristen wanting to make a quick getaway?

Your zeal for defending Kristen's honor & character blinded you from understanding the context. If you read the following paragraph, its pretty clear that Michele was referring to her thoughts behind the reasons of Kristen's/kids actions at that exact moment. After "Big Love" was completed, its clear that they were making a "quick getaway" to prepare them for going onstage the next song.

Livia

09-20-2008, 11:17 PM

*thud* Wow. What a special night y'all had! Thanks for posting the pics too. :wavey:

hlforan

09-20-2008, 11:30 PM

Your zeal for defending Kristen's honor & character blinded you from understanding the context. If you read the following paragraph, its pretty clear that Michele was referring to her thoughts behind the reasons of Kristen's/kids actions at that exact moment. After "Big Love" was completed, its clear that they were making a "quick getaway" to prepare them for going onstage the next song.

Thank you, I don't think I was "blinded" I just didn't quite understand what that point was about- I did read it, but I was unsure that is why I asked. Maybe it was clear to you but, apparently it wasn't to me. There is nothing wrong with zeal either, that is what got me up front totally enjoying myself-I don't think it is necessary to be rude when someone is just asking a question? I am sorry that I may have offended or those who feel that way, I guess I do tend to want to defend Lindsey and I don't think there is much wrong with that, I thought this was a fan corner--- Peace

Betsy

09-20-2008, 11:55 PM

I love when you guys share the concert memories with us. Michelle, your recall of detail and word choice are impressive. I like your puns too.

SNLB, Wildheart82, ShangriLaTrouble, and FrontRowFred! Awesome photos! It's like we are standing right next to you. Your photos are the next-best-thing to being there.

I am looking forward to Wednesday when he is in Denver. I am a bit worried, because he's playing an opera house (an opera house?) which has an orchestra pit (?) and a large railing. The Colorado Ballet performs there.

No going near the stage...?

If that happens, maybe the crowd will be subdued....and stay seated...in good opera/ballet fashion. :shocked:

michelej1

09-21-2008, 12:41 AM

Nico

09-21-2008, 01:04 AM

Actually, I meant that maybe Kristen had chosen that moment to get a divorce. I think running off to find a lawyer while he was too preoccupied on stage to do anything about it would have been quite a crafty move.

:laugh:

Seriously, though, everyone who has shared a review, experience, and picture for this night THANK YOU so much. Not only are they all so colorful and telling, but it helps to have visuals and details to see what it must have been like. It's actually beautiful to see how Lindsey's life has come around to being.

And Michele...you are so right. I think William looks the most like him. It's weird...kind of like LB during "Tusk" but obviously younger & healthier. I think Leelee is adorable as well. No Stella ones, but I imagine she was very cute. Though I am surprised that someone said she was a "baby." Isn't she like 4 or 5 at this point?

Well, thanks again. I'm getting excited about seeing him more and more.

ShangriLaTroubl

09-21-2008, 01:15 AM

:laugh:

Seriously, though, everyone who has shared a review, experience, and picture for this night THANK YOU so much. Not only are they all so colorful and telling, but it helps to have visuals and details to see what it must have been like. It's actually beautiful to see how Lindsey's life has come around to being.

And Michele...you are so right. I think William looks the most like him. It's weird...kind of like LB during "Tusk" but obviously younger & healthier. I think Leelee is adorable as well. No Stella ones, but I imagine she was very cute. Though I am surprised that someone said she was a "baby." Isn't she like 4 or 5 at this point?

Well, thanks again. I'm getting excited about seeing him more and more.

Yeah she's 4. She's not quite a "baby" anymore, more like toddler in my eyes

hlforan

09-21-2008, 01:28 AM

Heather,

Actually, I meant that maybe Kristen had chosen that moment to get a divorce. I think running off to find a lawyer while he was too preoccupied on stage to do anything about it would have been quite a crafty move.

But apparently, that's not what she had in mind! Michele
Thanks Michele...hahaha I see now that I misunderstood your post- that is funny-
I should have just sent you a pm instead of posting, it is so easy to misunderstand people when it's just typed words...don't really get the whole flavor of the conversation :)
I'm going to take my wonderful moment and appreciate it- I am done with debating someone I love, am so not talking about you! AGAIN it's just about 50% percent of the posts are negative and get me riled up rather than just appreciating the music- I don't want to ruin that for myself- I still got those rose colored glasses on, but I noticed I get caught up in some of the drama in this forum, I don't find it in others- I guess I thought it was a fan corner- again the rose colored glasses, i apologize if I sounded rude to you, I did LOVE your story-

CelticGypsy

09-21-2008, 02:02 AM

Thanks, everyone for the photos and reviews. I'm so glad Lindsey is enjoying touring and he's such a nice man. That is so cool that his kids got to be up on stage with him too. You can tell he is very proud papa! What a rare treat for the fans!

I'm also anxiously awaiting Fleetwood Mac tour next year too. Can't wait:blob2:

michelej1

09-21-2008, 03:03 AM

And Michele...you are so right. I think William looks the most like him. It's weird...kind of like LB during "Tusk" but obviously younger & healthier. I think Leelee is adorable as well. No Stella ones, but I imagine she was very cute. Though I am surprised that someone said she was a "baby." Isn't she like 4 or 5 at this point?

It's the type of stuff that warms my heart most. I still remember when you got Bass Hall early and posted those screen caps of the kids for us, from the documentary. SO adorable.

Yes, born in April, I guess Stella is 4.5 now. It would have been a gorgeous picture of her with Lindsey, because he bent down to her level to talk to her and so they would have been face to face.

She looks much like she did in the Joyce Ostin book. Her hair is shorter than Lee Lee's and it fluffs on the ends. I saw her pushing it up and out of her face quite often. She already has those feminine gestures down pat. What amazed me is that she didn't really need that much coaxing from Brett to walk out on stage alone and get her dad's attention. I remember being the flower girl in my uncle's wedding when I was 5 and how nervous I was with all those eyes on me. Even though I rehearsed and rehearsed it was still rather intimidating. I didn't get that sense of fear from Stella.

I know you're going to have a ball in Cleveland and I can't wait to hear about it. Michele

carol7lynn

09-21-2008, 07:28 AM

Here's a few more pictures of our little meet and greet with Lindsey and Wally.

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk161/carol7lynn/Lindsey%20Buckingham-The%20Grove/HPIM1993.jpg
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk161/carol7lynn/Lindsey%20Buckingham-The%20Grove/HPIM1992.jpg

Carol-Lynn:xoxo:

Nico

09-21-2008, 09:16 AM

It's the type of stuff that warms my heart most. I still remember when you got Bass Hall early and posted those screen caps of the kids for us, from the documentary. SO adorable.

Yes, born in April, I guess Stella is 4.5 now. It would have been a gorgeous picture of her with Lindsey, because he bent down to her level to talk to her and so they would have been face to face.

She looks much like she did in the Joyce Ostin book. Her hair is shorter than Lee Lee's and it fluffs on the ends. I saw her pushing it up and out of her face quite often. She already has those feminine gestures down pat. What amazed me is that she didn't really need that much coaxing from Brett to walk out on stage alone and get her dad's attention. I remember being the flower girl in my uncle's wedding when I was 5 and how nervous I was with all those eyes on me. Even though I rehearsed and rehearsed it was still rather intimidating. I didn't get that sense of fear from Stella.

I know you're going to have a ball in Cleveland and I can't wait to hear about it. Michele

Thanks Michele again for all the details and it was a pleasure to share those pics with you all as well.:wavey: I love reading your posts because you put words together so eloquently.

Carol-Lynn: AWESOME pics!!! Great for you.

Betsy

09-21-2008, 10:37 AM

Carol! You got Wally!!!

I didn't know that the band was also accessbile for photos. Are they more willing than LB to be interrupted? Just curious.

carol7lynn

09-21-2008, 12:16 PM

"Carol! You got Wally!!!

I didn't know that the band was also accessbile for photos. Are they more willing than LB to be interrupted? Just curious."

Betsey,

I don't really know if they are or aren't. After Friday's gig, they had a meet and greet in the back of the venue for VIPs. They had the area fenced off but we were able to stand on the other side of the fence by the min-van/bus that was there to transport Kristen and the kids back home after the concert. Lindsey came out first, then Brett and eventually Wally.

After a bit of glad-handing with the Veeps, Lindsey came over to our area of the parking lot (angel in tow) and got on the bus/van and said good-bye to family/friends. Meantime, Brett came out of the back of the venue and was warmly received by the mini-crowd of VIPS waiting for Lindsey's return. After Lindsey exited the bus, a few of us called out to him and he came over to us without a minutes hesitation. He was very chatty, very friendly, and very good looking. He has the bluest eyes. Like Stevie said, "They reminded me of Blue Denim." That's how we got Lindsey. He didn't leave until everyone had a picture or an autograph or both. A class act.

Brett went back inside the Grove just before Lindsey re-entered so we didn't get any face time with him unfortunately (He's my favorite band member.) Once they went inside, most of the fans left too but five us from the Ledge stayed behind and our patience paid off because the next thing I knew Wally came out. There weren't too many VIPs left at this time either so I threw caution to the wind and yelled for him to "get over here" and he did. He also signed autographs and chatted briefly with us. He is absolutely, positively adorable. Very sweet guy.

Hope you get as lucky when they hit Colorado this week.:blob1:

Carol-Lynn:wavey:

BTFLCHLD

09-21-2008, 12:43 PM

This guardian angel dude, seems to be close-at-hand after the gigs...and I have only seen him snarl. Maybe that's his job, to imitate Dick Cheney. wow Besty, you're certainly quick to critique another. That is Jimmy, Lindsey's long time friend, right-hand assistant, and is actually very very sweet.

Betsy

09-21-2008, 01:56 PM

Some people would take that as a joke...other would say that I am quick to criticize.

BTFLCHLD

09-21-2008, 02:12 PM

God only made so many of them and none in my area. au contraire, they come from colorado. :angel:

mostimes, peeps don't have perma-smile on their face...if they do, run for the hills. :lol:

carol7lynn

09-21-2008, 02:51 PM

We're getting off track here folks. :cool:

The thread is about the concert at the Grove of Anaheim. Let's not spoil the "after-glow" for those of us who were there. It's very distressing to have threads high-jacked in this manner. It takes the spot-light off the concert and the fans who attended the event. And, to what end? :shrug:

Let's refocus, regroup, and relax!:xoxo:

Carol-Lynn

Gruno

09-21-2008, 04:00 PM

Checked this forum in the past... just registered this week. Some good discussions going on now and again.

As for Anaheim... I was able to go to soundcheck for this show and the meet-n-greet that immediately followed. Lindsey posed for pictures with all 10 people who were in the lounge. Warner Bros.' rep made it clear that there were to be no autographs as they were pressed for time. No problem as the soundcheck was divine. Oh, at soundcheck they ran through a bunch of songs and worked through "It Was You" portion with Lindsey saying "Let's run through the kids' song so we get it right for them". Lindsey and the band had fun with us there... between songs they would talk with us. Great time!

I took pics of the show (thank you Warner Bros. & Lindsey ! )

Anyways, after the show, Lindsey came out and signed. I made faux album-sized prints of the last few albums. Came out nice! He signed all of those and even hit my "We Are The World" promo LP (I have autographs on there from Lionel Richie, Willie Nelson, Jackie Jackson, Smokey Robinson, Huey Lewis, Sheila E, James Ingram, Quincy Jones and Kenny Loggins)--- He also signed a vintage Fleetwood Mac print I had done. Great show, great guy! I also scored a set of guitar picks, promo poster and some merch.

A great show. Every time I have seen Lindsey he has not disappointed! By the way, I was there with you Ledgies when Lindsey came out to sign. In fact, he hit all of my stuff first.

Enjoy the pics but please do NOT post these pics on another site... thanks!

--- GRUNO ---

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/buckgrove1.jpg http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove5a.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove3.jpg http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove5.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove7.jpg

Gruno

09-21-2008, 04:10 PM

Here are some of the items I got signed.

To note, I was shocked to see my friend who is on tour with Lindsey as the merchandise chief. I toured with him a couple of years ago when we were with Tears For Fears. Hadn't seen him since that time. Anyways, he verified that every cd there is personally signed by Lindsey. The reason they weren't at the first few shows was that the tour had just started and the cd's hadn't arrived yet. When they did arrive, Lindsey signed them.

Also, at the meet-n-greet I asked the rep from Warner Bros. about the validity of the "Gift Of Screws" vinyl LP. He said he didn't know about that. Tomorrow when I email all of my pics to management, I will try to remember to ask of about that. And Jimmy, I thought, was tour manager. He was cordial and extremely nice.

Below are some of my collection from Friday night.

--- GRUNO ---

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-main.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-picks.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-gos.jpg http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-uts.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-bass.jpg http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-watw.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-cds.jpg

Gruno

09-21-2008, 04:25 PM

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-mac.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-poster.jpg http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-mug.jpg

Regina

09-21-2008, 05:19 PM

Really nice pictures, Gruno.
And Carol Lynn.
Ah, they have a mug! Goodie. #700 for my collection (a slight exaggeration but it's a good thing I love coffee).

michelej1

09-21-2008, 08:13 PM

Here are some of the items I got signed.

You have got yourself an incredible collection there. Beautiful! Michele

carol7lynn

09-21-2008, 09:09 PM

Gruno said:

By the way, I was there with you Ledgies when Lindsey came out to sign. In fact, he hit all of my stuff first."

Meaning what? In the final analysis Gruno, it doesn't matter whose stuff he signed first now does it. The comment was uncalled for, that is, unless you're using the board to drum up business for yourself. :distress: Then it makes sense to devalue our experience. Let's hope that wasn't your intent :confused:

Carol-Lynn

Gruno

09-21-2008, 10:29 PM

MacMan

09-21-2008, 10:31 PM

Cool stuff Gruno....and AWESOME pics!!

sywlindseyfan

09-21-2008, 10:48 PM

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/674/img6607kb7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/img6607kb7.jpg/1/w320.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img262/img6607kb7.jpg/1/)

MORE PICS TO COME FROM ANAHEIM!!!

Gruno

09-22-2008, 01:53 AM

Cool stuff Gruno....and AWESOME pics!!

Here are a few more.

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove14.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove26.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove15.jpg http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove20.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lbgg-grove31.jpg

BTFLCHLD

09-22-2008, 01:59 AM

Here are a few more.
killer collection...very cool.
thanks for the pics...great shots!

wondergirl9847

09-22-2008, 02:21 AM

WOW! Those pics are awesome. Thanks for sharing them. :)

carol7lynn

09-22-2008, 07:37 AM

I think you have misinterpreted my meaning. When I described that, I was doing so to bring recollection back to those who were there in case you were wondering who I was. ie: "Oh yeah, now I remember who you are"---I was not doing it to be pompous and call attention to "I was first".

I must then ask, what "business" would I be drumming up?

--- GRUNO ---

Really. Then why didn't you say that to begin with. You did in fact say, I got mine signed first and you set yourself apart from us by calling us Ledgies and I don't, I'm sorry to say, recollect you even being there. Maybe if you post your picture with Lindsey, or Brett or Wally, like the rest of us did, it might jog my memory.

Lastly, anyone who has a hyper-link embedded in their post to a web-site about their "media business" and posts "media pictures" with their business logo superimposed on them and asks fans not to post them elsewhere, is doing business not relating their fan experience.

Carol-Lynn:cool:

Gruno

09-22-2008, 10:16 AM

Really. Then why didn't you say that to begin with. You did in fact say, I got mine signed first and you set yourself apart from us by calling us Ledgies

No one else had a problem with my post or stepped up for clarification. Let me put this in your lap now: you asked why I didn't say that to begin with? Well, why didn't you ASK instead of condemn?

Ledgies is what I thought I saw on this board referring to people who message on the board. Since I have lurked, never registered or posted, I didn't include myself in this, hence using the term "Ledgies"--- why is that bad? Ok, on with the trial that I am being put on...

I don't, I'm sorry to say, recollect you even being there. Maybe if you post your picture with Lindsey, or Brett or Wally, like the rest of us did, it might jog my memory.

I don't post pics of myself on the net. Plain and simple. I have my reasons and it is just that. When Lindsey was there outside and came over to sign, I even gave away some extra items I had to people who were there with nothing. I offered assistance to those who were fumbling with their camera in their excitement. There was one person who's mother wasn't pushing the button all the way down on the camera... I stepped in and helped. Why give me grief?

Lastly, anyone who has a hyper-link embedded in their post to a web-site about their "media business" and posts "media pictures" with their business logo superimposed on them and asks fans not to post them elsewhere, is doing business not relating their fan experience.

When did you become the judge and jury? Let's see, anyone who takes pictures and posts them on the net SHOULD have their own copyright/watermark on them. So since i do I am now being prosecuted here? In this era we live in, we must be careful. What problem do you have with me? I didn't come here to make enemies. Seems you do not appreciate my photography or my concert experience. If others feel that way I can remove all the pictures and just un-register from the board here. Really, I lurked before.... I can again if it makes YOUR experience here all the better. I didn't come on here and spam my business name. I didn't make anyone click on any hyperlink.

Didn't you come on here and say the thread was veering off the original mark.... etc, etc? Now, it seems you have taken it there. Anyways, I will NOT apologize for any of my posts thus far. If they were misinterpreted, then by all means, let me know. Overall, I did nothing wrong according to the "Terms Of Service". I agreed to TOS, posted pics and MY concert experience and did so in an orderly way.

--- GRUNO ---

BTFLCHLD

09-22-2008, 10:19 AM

If others feel that way I can remove all the pictures and just un-register from the board here. Please do not leave this board...I appreciate your posts.

gretchen

09-22-2008, 10:44 AM

Gruno, you are a fabulous addition to this board and your pics are killer!!!!! Many thanks for posting such cared-for signed pieces. :thumbsup::angel::nod:

You are surely welcome here...please don't go anywhere!!!!! :wavey:

Livia

09-22-2008, 10:46 AM

Gruno - welcome to the board! Great pics. I completely understand putting a copyright mark on photos shared on the internet, I do the same thing. Call me crazy, but I'd rather not have someone stealing my art. :shrug:

#1LiddyBuckFan

09-22-2008, 11:04 AM

I agree. Many board members have done the same thing. They take great shots but don't want anyone stealing them.

Welcome to the board!! Glad you had such a great experience with Buckingham!

Madness Fades

09-22-2008, 12:34 PM

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/MRCHRISK/LindseyBuckingham08026.jpg

My best guess is that these are personalised Thomastik-Infeld Guitar plectrums.

tuigirl

09-23-2008, 12:18 AM

congrats to all those whov'e seen him and picked up a guitar pick ( wouldn't I love one of those!) My educated guess for the wording LB T1 would be that they are made for him by Turner guitars ( hence the big T) and the letter1....stands for Turner model One (1) as his guitars are his own specified make and unique to him...( well you seasoned guitarists will know what I'm on about anyways :cool:) On the back of those picks, I'm guessing the line thru it shows that actually , he dosn't normally use them ( a bit of fun going on there, taking the mick..haha) Great pics too everyone.

iamnotafraid

09-24-2008, 07:49 PM

Just out of the Anaheim show. It was great overall, but I just wanted to quickly note Lindsey's kids. They were all there with about 8 school friends.

After Big Love, Lindsey said he wanted to do a song that was not normally in his setlist, but since he wrote it about his kids, he wanted to sing it for them. So, he started "It Was You" and imagine my surprise when Will came out for the line "William is here". He was shaking some rattling instrument (maraccas?). Then Lee Lee came out for her chorus. Kristen sat in a corner, egging them on.

Michele, thanks to you and everyone for your sharing your concert experiences. I'm jealous of all of you who are getting to see him on
this tour!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

chiliD

09-25-2008, 11:04 AM

A couple of notes, the first two songs had no one playing bass but there was a heavy (and loud) bass line going so I guess it was recorded? Kind of odd. Lindsey is a great "picker" guitar player and will be high on my list, (sorry but Jeff Beck is still the best)

Lindsey has a synth pickup on a couple of his guitars, so, he might have had the bass strings routed through a synth with a bass patch.

Sarah

09-25-2008, 06:06 PM

i have been trying to get one of those damn "no picks" picks since the early UTS shows.

years ago, a guitar picking friend gave me a button (pin) that had that very same logo on it. i wore it all the time.. it was a great conversation piece thing that tons of people asked about. just a little reason to nerd out on guitar talk with strangers, really. it was stolen along with my bag, and i've never been able to find a replacement. ... and then in 2006, my favorite artist - the reason i don't like picks - started using a pick with that logo on it. freakin' destiny. i have got to get one.

shackin'up

09-25-2008, 06:08 PM

ajmccarrell

09-25-2008, 06:29 PM

Friggin' cool story. if i can catch one, it's yours.

Given how quickly she jumped to your side on the other thread, I can only conclude that if you catch VD too, it'd be hers as well. :laugh:

LukeA

09-25-2008, 06:32 PM

Given how quickly she jumped to your side on the other thread, I can only conclude that if you caught VD too, it'd be hers as well. :laugh:

Always classy, this AJ...

ajmccarrell

09-25-2008, 06:35 PM

Always classy, this AJ...

You bet! :D I'm just giving back what I see here. I see a FEW nice people and a lot of people just looking to fight over nothing.

Sarah

09-27-2008, 07:36 AM

Given how quickly she jumped to your side on the other thread, I can only conclude that if you catch VD too, it'd be hers as well. :laugh:

I didn't jump on anyone's side.

I listened to your music then said it sucked because it does. Sorry there's nothing more to it than "Your music = The suck."

:wavey:

p.s. thanks Gerald.. i appreciate the sentiment!

Gruno

09-27-2008, 10:29 PM

Here are some pics from soundcheck at The Grove. Only about 8 of us there to see Lindsey and the guys run through some tracks. At soundcheck Lindsey was checking out the Grove. Saying he liked the sound better than Humphrey's in San Diego. The band didn't like the sound on stage much at all in San Diego. Lindsey also sat down right at his microphone base and just worked out (what appeared to me to be) new song structures and ideas. Never heard some of the picking he was doing.

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-grovebuck1.jpg

http://www.goblynzgroove.com/pic/lb-grovebuck2.jpg

--- GRUNO ---

michelej1

09-27-2008, 10:43 PM

Here are some pics from soundcheck at The Grove.

--- GRUNO ---

Great pictures. I love the camera perspective and the fact that there's no audience. It makes the venue seem so vast -- though we know it actually wasn't. Thank you. Michele

sywlindseyfan

09-27-2008, 10:46 PM

hey gruno just a quick question, how were you able to go for the soundcheck? I forgot if you already said why, haha

Gruno

09-27-2008, 11:04 PM

The local radio station gave away 5 pairs of invites to the soundcheck. It was a last minute thing with it being announced within a week before the show. I actually do not listen to this radio station but about 1 hour a week and didn't even know they were giving these out. The day before the show, I was listening for a few minutes... they asked for the caller to win and I was it. The funny thing was that I already had a photo pass courtesy of Warner Bros. Records. Since the two didn't conflict, it was all good! In fact, I gave away all my free tickets. I had 8th row tickets I bought before. Used those.

We met at the venue well before show start. 10 people were to have been at soundcheck but there was a couple who didn't show. When the radio rep called them, the guy said he wasn't interested :shrug: The rep asked us if we knew of anyone who wanted tickets and passes for the meet-n-greet. At that late notice I couldn't get anyone to the venue. The radio rep brought us in, had us take our seats and then Lindsey came out a few moments later and played some stuff by himself. He talked with us back and forth and then they ran through soundcheck. It was a great night.

--- GRUNO ---

StreetAngel86

09-28-2008, 04:11 AM

Just out of the Anaheim show. It was great overall, but I just wanted to quickly note Lindsey's kids. They were all there with about 8 school friends.

WOW
that was all so awesome to read
that must have been something awesome

i totally dont get that linds would be the kinda guy to do that
but that is really cool
and that the kids enjoyed themselves
even better

i am SO jealous~

michelej1

09-28-2008, 11:52 AM

but that is really cool
and that the kids enjoyed themselves
even better

The kids (at least Will and Lee Lee) were there earlier in the week in Los Angeles too, but Anaheim was clearly the show where they decided to focus it on them and let them have kind of a field trip with their schoolmates.

Michele

Nico

09-28-2008, 02:36 PM

The kids (at least Will and Lee Lee) were there earlier in the week in Los Angeles too, but Anaheim was clearly the show where they decided to focus it on them and let them have kind of a field trip with their schoolmates.

Michele

So cute.

I've always wondered: is the name Lee Lee two words or one (Leelee) and is that her actual name or a nickname/mddle name they use? Either way, it's cute, original, and I like it. And her? Too pretty for words- totally channeling Dakota Fanning in every film she made before she got tall.

michelej1

09-28-2008, 04:32 PM

So cute.

I've always wondered: is the name Lee Lee two words or one (Leelee) and is that her actual name or a nickname/mddle name they use?

Yes, I wonder that too. So often, the older sibling can't say the name, so they end up giving the baby a nick name. Like her name might be "Natalie" and Will couldn't pronounce it, so she might have ended up like that. I looked and the way her named is spelled in Lindsey's liner notes it is one word: Leelee.

In a step-family I once had, there was a little boy we called "Lee Lee" but his real name was "Milton Lee" after his dad. Since his father was "Lee" we called him "Lee Lee." But when he got old enough, he decided he wanted to be known as Milton after all.

If Miss Buckingham really is "Lee Lee" I think that's a little strange. But her parents can say to her, "You're so nice, we named you twice."

Michele