Bethel

[Jondalar]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

Just got back. The rain held off for most of the show, but it started to rain ever so slightly towards the end. And the wind has picked up a little bit now, but it's still nothing out of the ordinary for a rainstorm. Anyway, a few observations:

-Stevie was in good voice tonight! I mean, she always sounds good these days, but I thought she sounded exceptional tonight.

-Stevie called the crowd "really dedicated fans" and then cried out "let's get the hurricane party started!" Every time the wind kicked up a little, she would say "Irene?" "Irene?" She seemed to be in an extraordinarily silly mood and very smiley. I'm not going to say she toked before the show, but...

-She dedicated "Landslide" to a woman named Paula in the audience who was currently battling cancer.

-There was an announcement on the loudspeakers before the show that Stevie has requested that nobody photograph, video or record any part of the show. And throughout the show, the guards- some of the friendliest guards I have ever seen, by the way, were pretty strict about enforcing it. I really didn't see anyone using their cameras during the show. That being said, after the Edge walk, I video'd "Love Is" from the stage, which I shall upload if the paltry wifi here can handle it. I think Voyager II gets a stronger signal in deep space.

-Unfortunately the new outfit debuted on GMA did not make a reappearance.

-The Bethel Woods site is gorgeous. I have never seen a concert setting so immaculately manicured and landscaped. It has beautiful views of the Catskills and is full of stone buildings and white tents. Oh, and plenty of vegan/vegetarian fare! Probably one of the nicest, most civilized concert experiences I've ever had. But the guard rail in front of the front row is a BIG drawback IMHO.

Looking forward to Boston!!!!!

did many people show up?

[HejiraNYC]

Originally Posted by Jondalar

did many people show up?

It looked like a fairly good turnout. Of course the lawn was virtually empty, but the covered seating seemed pretty much full; I did not see large blocks of empty seats.

[dreamer78]

Just got back -Excellent show !
I got to shake her hand during Edge !!! this is my 2nd time I got to do this!
I woke up today petrofied because of the storm and I got home and I got to shake her hand and give her (or at least her body guard ) flowers!!!
Lori looked at me like 3 x I was like OH my God !!!!!! Hopefully there will be a recording of this show ill probably hear myself screaming lol .
There were so many kind people there "Music makes the people come together"
especially at Stevie's shows - the fans / people .
The workers here were so kind also .
Thank You for NOT cancelling !!!

[SandyMac]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

Just got back. The rain held off for most of the show, but it started to rain ever so slightly towards the end. And the wind has picked up a little bit now, but it's still nothing out of the ordinary for a rainstorm. Anyway, a few observations:

-Stevie was in good voice tonight! I mean, she always sounds good these days, but I thought she sounded exceptional tonight.

-Stevie called the crowd "really dedicated fans" and then cried out "let's get the hurricane party started!" Every time the wind kicked up a little, she would say "Irene?" "Irene?" She seemed to be in an extraordinarily silly mood and very smiley. I'm not going to say she toked before the show, but...

-She dedicated "Landslide" to a woman named Paula in the audience who was currently battling cancer.

-There was an announcement on the loudspeakers before the show that Stevie has requested that nobody photograph, video or record any part of the show. And throughout the show, the guards- some of the friendliest guards I have ever seen, by the way, were pretty strict about enforcing it. I really didn't see anyone using their cameras during the show. That being said, after the Edge walk, I video'd "Love Is" from the stage, which I shall upload if the paltry wifi here can handle it. I think Voyager II gets a stronger signal in deep space.

-Unfortunately the new outfit debuted on GMA did not make a reappearance.

-The Bethel Woods site is gorgeous. I have never seen a concert setting so immaculately manicured and landscaped. It has beautiful views of the Catskills and is full of stone buildings and white tents. Oh, and plenty of vegan/vegetarian fare! Probably one of the nicest, most civilized concert experiences I've ever had. But the guard rail in front of the front row is a BIG drawback IMHO.

Looking forward to Boston!!!!!

Oh wow, thank you for the fast turn around on a review. Looking forward to the Love Is video when you are able to get it posted.

Wow, it does sound like Stevie was in a silly mood tonight. Would have loved to see and hear Stevie being silly like that. Irene? Irene? LOL, that is classic.

Kind of a bummer about Stevie being so strict now about photos and videos, etc... Doesn't she know that we do this not for ourselves, but to share with other fans who could not go? d In a round about way, I think she is trying to reinforce the notion of just experiencing the concert live and not worrying about taping, etc... which I get but to be so strict about it. I just don't get it. It is not like we are doing this to sell it but to share the awesomeness that is Stevie Nicks to the world.

I am really glad you got home safely. There are some pretty pissed off people on the venue's FB page angry it was not canceled. I think more people would be pissed if it did get canceled considering the weather was not a huge factor during the concert.

[SandyMac]

Originally Posted by dreamer78

Just got back -Excellent show !
I got to shake her hand during Edge !!! this is my 2nd time I got to do this!
I woke up today petrofied because of the storm and I got home and I got to shake her hand and give her (or at least her body guard ) flowers!!!
Lori looked at me like 3 x I was like OH my God !!!!!! Hopefully there will be a recording of this show ill probably hear myself screaming lol .
There were so many kind people there "Music makes the people come together"
especially at Stevie's shows - the fans / people .
The workers here were so kind also .
Thank You for NOT cancelling !!!

I am so glad you had an awesome time and got to shake Stevie's hand again. Wow, how cool.

Did Stevie do her Edge Wail this time? I noticed that in Chicago and some shows in Ohio, she did not do the wail.

[The Catdancer]

Originally Posted by SandyMac

Oh wow, thank you for the fast turn around on a review. Looking forward to the Love Is video when you are able to get it posted.

Wow, it does sound like Stevie was in a silly mood tonight. Would have loved to see and hear Stevie being silly like that. Irene? Irene? LOL, that is classic.

Kind of a bummer about Stevie being so strict now about photos and videos, etc... Doesn't she know that we do this not for ourselves, but to share with other fans who could not go? d In a round about way, I think she is trying to reinforce the notion of just experiencing the concert live and not worrying about taping, etc... which I get but to be so strict about it. I just don't get it. It is not like we are doing this to sell it but to share the awesomeness that is Stevie Nicks to the world.

I am really glad you got home safely. There are some pretty pissed off people on the venue's FB page angry it was not canceled. I think more people would be pissed if it did get canceled considering the weather was not a huge factor during the concert.

We are not trying to sell the pictures but there are plenty of people out there that go to shows, take a bunch of pictures and make a fortune from people like us. They know there's a market out there and take advantage of it. Plus I think the flashing hurts her eyes.... uhm... that sounds weird lol but you know what I mean.

[snicksfan85]

I'm so bummed I didn't get to go. Continental canceled my flight back to Nashville first and then about 30 minutes later canceled my flight in to Scranton. And my radio guy broadcast from backstage from 4 to 7. Wish I could have been there.

[Macfanforever]

It's 3am I just got back.I'll talk later .The lights are flickering here.I'm alive.Got a double handshake from Stevie.Pic's and some vids.Talk later today.Eletricity providing.Plus rest too.

[jannieC]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

-The Bethel Woods site is gorgeous. I have never seen a concert setting so immaculately manicured and landscaped. It has beautiful views of the Catskills and is full of stone buildings and white tents. Oh, and plenty of vegan/vegetarian fare! Probably one of the nicest, most civilized concert experiences I've ever had. But the guard rail in front of the front row is a BIG drawback IMHO.

Looking forward to Boston!!!!!

Kind of like Red Rocks, huh? At least we had each other.

Glad you had a good time, Ed. How many more shows are you attending?

[wheart]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

-Unfortunately the new outfit debuted on GMA did not make a reappearance.

what new outfit would that be? That dress obviously we've seen before and the same for both tops she wore. The top she wore for most of the performance was the same one she wore for Leno.

[CADreaming]

Originally Posted by snicksfan85

I'm so bummed I didn't get to go. Continental canceled my flight back to Nashville first and then about 30 minutes later canceled my flight in to Scranton. And my radio guy broadcast from backstage from 4 to 7. Wish I could have been there.

That really sucks!!!!

[CADreaming]

Originally Posted by The Catdancer

We are not trying to sell the pictures but there are plenty of people out there that go to shows, take a bunch of pictures and make a fortune from people like us. They know there's a market out there and take advantage of it. Plus I think the flashing hurts her eyes.... uhm... that sounds weird lol but you know what I mean.

Re: Flash - I've read several posts with advice for concert photos and they all say don't use flash. I found out they're right. Your pictures turn out better and the plus is it doesn't bother the artist.

[Macfanforever]

Originally Posted by HejiraNYC

Just got back. The rain held off for most of the show, but it started to rain ever so slightly towards the end. And the wind has picked up a little bit now, but it's still nothing out of the ordinary for a rainstorm. Anyway, a few observations:

-Stevie was in good voice tonight! I mean, she always sounds good these days, but I thought she sounded exceptional tonight.

-Stevie called the crowd "really dedicated fans" and then cried out "let's get the hurricane party started!" Every time the wind kicked up a little, she would say "Irene?" "Irene?" She seemed to be in an extraordinarily silly mood and very smiley. I'm not going to say she toked before the show, but...

-She dedicated "Landslide" to a woman named Paula in the audience who was currently battling cancer.

-There was an announcement on the loudspeakers before the show that Stevie has requested that nobody photograph, video or record any part of the show. And throughout the show, the guards- some of the friendliest guards I have ever seen, by the way, were pretty strict about enforcing it. I really didn't see anyone using their cameras during the show. That being said, after the Edge walk, I video'd "Love Is" from the stage, which I shall upload if the paltry wifi here can handle it. I think Voyager II gets a stronger signal in deep space.

-Unfortunately the new outfit debuted on GMA did not make a reappearance.

-The Bethel Woods site is gorgeous. I have never seen a concert setting so immaculately manicured and landscaped. It has beautiful views of the Catskills and is full of stone buildings and white tents. Oh, and plenty of vegan/vegetarian fare! Probably one of the nicest, most civilized concert experiences I've ever had. But the guard rail in front of the front row is a BIG drawback IMHO.

Looking forward to Boston!!!!!

I'm glad you made it up there Ed.I think I seen you.Where were you sitting.I was on the girls
side.

[1sttimelongtime]

I'm too tired too add much, but what a great show! Stevie sounded amazing. Her voice was so powerful. Despite problems with feedback in her monitors, I think that was the best Soldiers angel so far.

Weather was a nonissue. At no time were we in danger. I opted to stay in a motel, as my town was under mandatory evacuation. It was definitely an excellent decision. I saw a truly excellent show by my favorite performer, and I'm high and dry in a motel.

It seems she is only getting better. I can't wait for the next show!

[Macfanforever]

Ok.After a late start I got to Bethel around 6pm.It was a nice ride there with alittle rain.
I'm glad they push the show to 7pm.After talking with fans in the parking lot for an hour.got into the venue when Michael starting his set.He does sound great.I found my seat.3rd row
in front of Lori amd Sharon.They look so beautiful.Turnd around and notice the place was packed.Two nice Stevie diehard fan sat next to me.Marsha and Melenie from Vermont.I had a ball with them.Please come forward and say hi on the Ledge..Stevie went on and did an awesome job as always.I ditto what Ed said on some of the details.Loved L&L Steve did a awesome job on it.Nothing new with me for not saying anything bad about her performences.Me and the girls next to me got up to the stage during EO17.got our handshakes with a big Stevie smile and she said thank you.I said Hi to Marty to.He heard me and said hi.I did took photo throught out the show in stealth mode on my lap.Like said the security were like pricker bushes with the cameras.I had no problem with them.On the PA said Stevie's management does not want cameras,Video and Sound recordings done.
Before Stevie came on .The security escorted a big drunk guy out of the place with 4 guys.
After the show I walk around before it started to downpour.pickup some merch at the stand and left to find my car which I forgot where I parked it.so I walked for a half hour in the rain looking for it.I sat in the car and wait for whats left of the traffic to leave.Then I hit the road to come back the Connecticut with the company of Stevie's IYD's cd playing non stop.
The ride home felt like I was driving a boat.The rain was like somebody with a firehose shooting the car.When I got to Connecticut two tour buses flew by me on I-84 .I happen to have my camcorder handy to film one of them driving by.I dont know if they were Stevie's crew.Got home at 3am.I want to say Thank you Stevie for a wonderful hurricane
party tonight.Ill never forget it.

Skip R..........