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Originally Posted by PenguinHead
I hope the closer is none of those, but a song that will stunningly surprise us, as if to say "Wow, I never expected that one!." I don't understand the "this song has to open the show, this song has to close the show" mentality. Predictability is so boring. Why would anyone wish for the same old same old? At this late stage in their careers, I would like them to really shake it the set list. They have absolutely nothing to lose, and everything to gain by venturing into less explored pastures.
As artists, you think they would be inclined to do so, but alas, they continue to pander to the masses, oblivious to their hard core fans. They either don't have a clue or they are forever stuck in the mud.
Also, I find that projecting photo albums is distracting in shows; it takes your attention away from the "live" band. Abstract graphic imagery is much more effective, as it creates varied atmospheres that compliments the music.
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Totally agree with this post. Would love to hear and see the unexpected. THis band has such a rich and varied trove of music that they could sprinkle among the old musty must-dos - it could feel really new, while still being satisfying to mainstream fans. I don't know why they settle for the expected!!!!!!
I guess I don't agree totally - about the 'photo album' thing - in general, I agree, but for this particular band, it has such a long legacy that spans across the most significant period of popular/rock music - 60's thru today. It's amazing that they're still around, and I would really enjoy a visual historical romp thru those times - just showing to the audience, as well as acknowledging to themselves - their place in rock history...As long as it's not overdone, I think a touch of that could be cool-