Beth Posted November 8, 2008 Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 I thought this gig was outstanding!Not only did i have a photopassbut i got a guest pass too............................as far as i remember they played the following songs - the order will be dodgy as im going by my memory alone. if anyone can correct me, please do 1. Svefn-g-Englar2. i genuinely don't remember the second track as i was so immersed with my camera, twat that i am.3. the 3rd track i missed as i had to get escorted out the side door and then i went round to the front and back in to watch the rest of the set4. Vi Spilum Endalaust5. Hopppolla6. Me Blnasir7. Inn Mr Syngur Vitleysingur8. Hafsl9. Festival10. Sglpur11. Gobblidigook (with the members from For A Minor Reflection drumming along and the confetti)Encore:I can't remember the 1st one...but the second was Popplagi which was unbelievable!What did everyone think?You can see my photos here - Flickr: beth ashley alexander's Photostream only 1 up justnowi missed the strings, brass etc, but only slightly. It was more the songs that involve them that i missed - Ara Batur from the new album, Olsen Olsen from Agaetis Byrjun, Gong from Takk etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lepeep Posted November 8, 2008 Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 I thought this gig was outstanding!Not only did i have a photopassbut i got a guest pass too............................as far as i remember they played the following songs - the order will be dodgy as im going by my memory alone. if anyone can correct me, please do 1. Svefn-g-Englar2. i genuinely don't remember the second track as i was so immersed with my camera, twat that i am.3. the 3rd track i missed as i had to get escorted out the side door and then i went round to the front and back in to watch the rest of the set4. Vi Spilum Endalaust5. Hopppolla6. Me Blnasir7. Inn Mr Syngur Vitleysingur8. Hafsl9. Festival10. Sglpur11. Gobblidigook (with the members from For A Minor Reflection drumming along and the confetti)Encore:I can't remember the 1st one...but the second was Popplagi which was unbelievable!What did everyone think?You can see my photos here - Flickr: beth ashley alexander's Photostream only 1 up justnowi missed the strings, brass etc, but only slightly. It was more the songs that involve them that i missed - Ara Batur from the new album, Olsen Olsen from Agaetis Byrjun, Gong from Takk etchow can you tell the different songs?!great photos by the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanette Posted November 8, 2008 Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 It was amazing. There's a set list floating about online somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted November 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 oh i remember what they played second now...it was N batter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted November 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 It was amazing. There's a set list floating about online somewhere.and thank you i shall have a look for it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monster Zero Posted November 8, 2008 Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 I thought this gig was outstanding!Not only did i have a photopassbut i got a guest pass too............................as far as i remember they played the following songs - the order will be dodgy as im going by my memory alone. if anyone can correct me, please do 1. Svefn-g-Englar2. i genuinely don't remember the second track as i was so immersed with my camera, twat that i am.3. the 3rd track i missed as i had to get escorted out the side door and then i went round to the front and back in to watch the rest of the set4. Vi Spilum Endalaust5. Hopppolla6. Me Blnasir7. Inn Mr Syngur Vitleysingur8. Hafsl9. Festival10. Sglpur11. Gobblidigook (with the members from For A Minor Reflection drumming along and the confetti)Encore:I can't remember the 1st one...but the second was Popplagi which was unbelievable!What did everyone think?You can see my photos here - Flickr: beth ashley alexander's Photostream only 1 up justnowi missed the strings, brass etc, but only slightly. It was more the songs that involve them that i missed - Ara Batur from the new album, Olsen Olsen from Agaetis Byrjun, Gong from Takk etcIf this review appeared in a proper music magazine it would be amazing. Why did you get escorted out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alphas Posted November 8, 2008 Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 Was gutted not to get to this. Saw them at Connect and they were by far my highlight highlight of the weekend. Was a relatively similar set though, Gobbledigook is amazing live with all the drums. Truly an amazing and creative band.Superb photos as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted November 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 If this review appeared in a proper music magazine it would be amazing. Why did you get escorted out?Because if your a photographer and you don't have a ticket or some form of other pass to let you in to see the whole gig you don't get back in...apparently. I don't know if thats the deal at Carling Academy only or if its a general thing amongst the bigger venues.But i showed my guest pass i got right back in 8-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted November 8, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 Was gutted not to get to this. Saw them at Connect and they were by far my highlight highlight of the weekend. Was a relatively similar set though, Gobbledigook is amazing live with all the drums. Truly an amazing and creative band.Superb photos as well.They are indeed amazing and thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easi_peasi Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 Lovely photos there... i would give anything to see Sigur Ros. Missed the chance to go to connect and was absolutely devastated. Fingers crossed my time will come...soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim BENCH Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 They were great but they were better the other times I've seen them with Amiina playing all the string arrangements. Some weegie bitch next to us decided to play commentator all night which got a bit annoying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medichi Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 Some folks i know who went said it was a bit rubbish - although largely due to the overfull venue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben_1903 Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 They were great but they were better the other times I've seen them with Amiina playing all the string arrangements. Some weegie bitch next to us decided to play commentator all night which got a bit annoying.It was indeed very annoying and I probably would have been within my rights to break her nose.comments such as "ooh this is the bit where it all comes in..." you don't fucking say...and"the singer is faking it, his english isn't that bad" were particular highlightsThat aside, it was immense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossP Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I used language which I only reserve for the football to a couple of guys talking loudly about the Scissor Sisters performance at Liveaid, at Sigur Ros's previous gig at Carling Academy. Pricks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben_1903 Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I used language which I only reserve for the football to a couple of guys talking loudly about the Scissor Sisters performance at Liveaid, at Sigur Ros's previous gig at Carling Academy. Pricks...yes there were several retards talkin loudly near me. When i did finally ask that girl to shut the fuck up, her mate had the cheek to defend her....nmumumnmnmnmnmnmbbrbumumnmnmnmnumumumghghgmnmnghmg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanette Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I can understand (sometimes) people who talk during support acts. But not through the act that they're supposed to be there seeing!The venue was very full. I was quite near the back but felt quite claustraphobic. It was uncomfortable. Just as well there wasn't any crowd movement. As I had never seen them before I can't really comment on there being no strings. I totally enjoyed it and I'll definitely want to see them again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim BENCH Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 It WAS overly rammed! I remember at the barrowlands a few years back I got in for 8 and they were selling reduced tickets on the door. I was a bit annoyed that most people only really knew the new songs and Hoppipolla, so talked through the ones the didn't know. But that's just me being a grumpy muso. I'd rather this than have to see them at the SECC which I'm scared is where they'll be forced to play if they ever come back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanette Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I'd rather this than have to see them at the SECC which I'm scared is where they'll be forced to play if they ever come back.That scares me too. It would be a horrible experience. I often think that bands should just play 2 nights or whatever at the same venue rather than resorting to the secc or aecc in Aberdeen's case. But obviously that wouldn't happen re: money etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanette Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 There's a lovely review here...The Pop Cop - on the beat of the Scottish indie music scene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 It WAS overly rammed! I remember at the barrowlands a few years back I got in for 8 and they were selling reduced tickets on the door. I was a bit annoyed that most people only really knew the new songs and Hoppipolla, so talked through the ones the didn't know. But that's just me being a grumpy muso. I'd rather this than have to see them at the SECC which I'm scared is where they'll be forced to play if they ever come back.i shudder at the thought.......i had a seat up on the balcony, which i must say is always the better option for someone who is 5ft 3. Luckily i had no bother from the mongs that you guys talk of. Although there was this one lady, i actually counted - she went to the toilet NINE times, walking past me everytime, meaning i had to stand up to let her fat a** through....As for Amiina...i did miss them even though i have not seen them perform with Sigur Ros before.Does anyone know the reason they didn't invite them along for this tour? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossP Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 For Carling Academy the balcony is the best option I feel. Saw A Perfect Circle from there and it was awesome; much more enjoyment than on the floor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ben_1903 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 I haven't sat at a gig since i was 12, but think next time i go to carling academy, depending upon the genre of music i may well go for the balcony option Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Balcony was good for Deftones. I enjoyed "old-manning" it up, it looked far too rammed downstairs.Pity i didn't make it to the Sigur Ros gig but they were amazing the last time i saw them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanette Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 With hindsight a balcony seat would've been lovely for Sigur Ros. My legs were aching by the end! But then I wouldn't have been in the midst of the confetti.The only problem with Carling Academy seating is you have to be early to get a good seat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 With hindsight a balcony seat would've been lovely for Sigur Ros. My legs were aching by the end! But then I wouldn't have been in the midst of the confetti.The only problem with Carling Academy seating is you have to be early to get a good seat!The confetti surprisingly reached us balcony lot When Jonsi asked the seated folk to stand and clap along to Gobblidigook we all hastly had torches shone in our eyes and got told to sit down... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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