OMG! Led Zeppelin are reforming for a one-off gig

[trackaghost]

Can anyone get me a ticket to this? Please?

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/6990704.stm

Led Zeppelin confirm reunion gig

Rock group Led Zeppelin are to reform for a tribute concert to the Atlantic Records co-founder Ahmet Ertegun.
Singer Robert Plant, guitarist Jimmy Page and bassist John Paul Jones will perform together for the first time in 19 years.

Tickets for the one-off show at the O2 arena in London on 26 November will cost £125 and be allocated by ballot.

Pete Townshend and Bill Wyman will also perform. Ertegun, who signed Led Zeppelin in the 1970s, died last year.

"During the Zeppelin years, Ahmet Ertegun was a major fund of solidarity and accord," Plant said.

"For us, he was Atlantic Records and remained a close friend and conspirator. This performance stands alone as a tribute to the work and life of a longstanding friend."

Promoter Harvey Goldsmith said tickets would only be available to those who registered on a dedicated website - and that a limit of two applications per household had been imposed.

Fans have been excitedly discussing the show on message boards - but many are concerned about how difficult it will be to get a ticket.

"Who wants to join me sleeping outside the O2 until I can get a ticket?" wrote one.

"And if that doesn't work, I can also sell myself into slavery, or if all of me is not wanted, I will auction off my blood, organs and all worldly possessions. Think I'm kidding?"

Another wrote: "Anybody got three grand to spare for a ticket? I bet that's what the going rate will be. Touts will have a field day with this one."

And another comment said: "The tickets will be silly money to start with and the sharks will make a killing.

"It will be hard for them to perform anywhere near their old levels, and I fear there will be a whole lotta disappointment!"

Uncut magazine writer Chris Roberts told BBC Radio Five Live: "A younger generation - as well as the people who might remember Led Zeppelin from the first time around - are very excited about this.

"They're pretty much the Picasso of heavy rock. Led Zeppelin's albums have certainly lasted the test of time and they're pretty much the template of heavy rock at its best."

With their pounding, blues-influenced anthems and explosive stadium shows, the band paved the way for artists across the worlds of heavy metal and alternative rock.

Their best-known songs include Stairway to Heaven, Whole Lotta Love, Rock and Roll, Kashmir and Communication Breakdown - although they never released singles in the UK.

Led Zeppelin's last full concert was in Berlin in July 1980 - two months before John Bonham died.

Page, Plant and Jones performed at Live Aid five years later, and also get back together at a concert to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Atlantic Records in 1988.

But a rift opened between Jones and the other two band members opened after Page and Plant started working together without him in the 1990s.

Rumours of a reconciliation surfaced several years ago, leading to speculation about a reunion.

Their return follows comebacks by a number of other rock and pop legends, such as The Police, Genesis, the Spice Girls, Crowded House and Take That.

The concert coincides with the release of a new two-CD best of compilation, Mothership, on 13 November.

Other acts lined up for the show include Foreigner and Paolo Nutini.

[danax6]

OMG, I want a ticket also!

[HejiraNYC]

Originally Posted by trackaghost

Other acts lined up for the show include Foreigner and Paolo Nutini.

In the spirit of reunification, I would find it highly ironic/inappropriate if Foreigner appeared without Lou Gramm!

[trackaghost]

Anyone with good taste does Vanessa!

I just read that any tickets that appear on ebay or auction sites after they've been allocated will be immediately cancelled. God bless the Zep!
Tickets touts are my mortal enemy

[danax6]

Originally Posted by trackaghost

Anyone with good taste does Vanessa!

I just read that any tickets that appear on ebay or auction sites after they've been allocated will be immediately cancelled. God bless the Zep!
Tickets touts are my mortal enemy

Mine too. Words cannot express how much I hate them.

Where do I go about trying to score a ticket. Good ole' Ticketmaster? I'm so excited I may vomit.

[trackaghost]

You have to register for the ballot:

http://www.ahmettribute.com/

It's not working at the moment. Apparently it crashed the minute they announced it and I've been trying it ever since. Oh and registration ends on Monday. Also only two tickets per household, if you're selected to buy tickets that is.

[danax6]

Originally Posted by trackaghost

You have to register for the ballot:

http://www.ahmettribute.com/

It's not working at the moment. Apparently it crashed the minute they announced it and I've been trying it ever since. Oh and registration ends on Monday. Also only two tickets per household, if you're selected to buy tickets that is.

I think I only need one. My one other friend that loves the Zep probably can't come with me to London. But I'm not going to let that get in the way.

Website is not working for me either. They probably only accept credit cards, right?

[trackaghost]

I'm not sure how you pay for them because first you have to register, then your name goes in a ballot. I guess then, if you are picked you pay for them.
Stupid site If we could get on it we could find out!

[danax6]

Originally Posted by trackaghost

I'm not sure how you pay for them because first you have to register, then your name goes in a ballot. I guess then, if you are picked you pay for them.
Stupid site If we could get on it we could find out!

Yeah, this is really annoying. I need some answers. Maybe I'll be able to get on around 3 or 4 am. I'm not a very patient person.

[gldstwmn]

Please tell me this will be on television. If not, I hope the fans record it. It's a must see.

[shackin'up]

Well, I own everything they ever brought out, love everything and they are the most influencial rockband in history. But I wouldn't pull a leg to see them live overseas. they were poor 19 years ago....no Bonzo, no Zep.

Although I witnessed some VERY thrilling Plant-solo shows later on...

[danax6]

Originally Posted by shackin'up

Well, I own everything they ever brought out, love everything and they are the most influencial rockband in history. But I wouldn't pull a leg to see them live overseas. they were poor 19 years ago....no Bonzo, no Zep.

I would, just because I've never seem them before, and just because it will be a part of music history. And hey, I love London. Still haven't managed to sign up for the ballot though.

Although I witnessed some VERY thrilling Plant-solo shows later on...

I saw him last year in Switzerland, he was great.

[danax6]

Well, finally.

Your entry has been made into our ballot system, thank you.

Successful applicants will be contacted by 01 October 2007

[trackaghost]

Woohoo! I just managed to register. Took long enough though.

Here's the FAQ on the site:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. When will I know if my application for tickets has been successful?

You will be notified no later than 1st October 2007.

2. Can I register more than once?

No, only one registration per person / household is allowed, any duplicate registrations will be cancelled.

3. How will you use the information I provide?

In accordance with our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy

4. If I am successful, how will I be contacted?

You will be contacted by email and provided with full details of how to purchase the tickets you have successfully registered for.

5. How long will I have to pay for my tickets ?.

You will have 72 hours from the time at which you have been notified.

6. What are the concert dates?

The concert dates are detailed on www.ahmettribute.com. Keep checking the website for the latest details, which may change from time to time.

7. How many tickets can I buy?

Ticket purchases will be restricted to no more than 2 per successful registrant..

[trackaghost]

Vanessa, fingers crossed!!!!!