Bigsby Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Oh and there was a BBC documentary just about Parsons that went into more details about all the stuff in Joshua Tree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkt Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 I know some folk like him and all that, but I wouldn't pay anything like that amount to see him... not worth it (I think he's over-rated and can't sing for crap anyway!)... now if it was someone like The Eagles...............eh? The Eagles havent contributed anything of any worth to the world of music in decades. I cant see why anyone would complain about the price of Neil Young tickets when he is still constantly producing fantastic albums (Chrome Dreams II and Living With War were both great). I have never looked forward to a gig as much as this.Crosby, Stills & Nash are playing Edinburgh Castle a couple of weeks after I hear. Worth the trip I reckon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TelecasterSam Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 It was probably this:Rise and fall of the LA dream - TelegraphBasically just a BBC documentary version of the book I posted.Overall message The Eagles (well, cocaine and Charles Manson too) killed the SoCal country rock dream.Don't think it was that one... It may have been older than that, I'm sure I saw 2 distinct programmes.... or it could have even been just the documentary about Gram Parsons I'm thinking about! ....can't remember now (I'm getting old) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framheim Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 eh? The Eagles havent contributed anything of any worth to the world of music in decades. I cant see why anyone would complain about the price of Neil Young tickets when he is still constantly producing fantastic albums (Chrome Dreams II and Living With War were both great). because i can't afford them. same goes for the springsteen ones at hampden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framheim Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 At least the Playhouse is a decent venue though. Charging 62 to see anybody at the AECC is taking the piss.I really like a few of Neil Young's songs (Heart of Gold, Harvest Moon) but for me he is one of a number of good, solid acts who are way, way, way over-rated by the press and given undeserved legendary and therefore "must-see" status. Others I would put in this category include Bruce Springsteen and Pink Floyd. I mean, they're good, but not as amazing as everybody makes out.hold on, shouldn't mark knopfler be on that list? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Gold Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 I love Neil Young, but AECC: count me out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 I love Neil Young, but AECC: count me out.Talk about cutting off your nose to spite your face Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Gold Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 It's not the only reason, but I really don't like that venue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigsby Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 hold on, shouldn't mark knopfler be on that list? Ha, no, I would add him to a list of underrated artists, along with Paul Simon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Ha, no, I would add him to a list of underrated artists, along with Paul Simon and Phil Collins. My my Bigsby, i didn't have you down as a Phil Collins fan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TR!ΔNGL€ T€€TH Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 Oh, and you were doing so well up until this point. Two words; Levon Helm.I believe Gram Parsons referred to the Eagles as "a plastic dry-fuck". Hateful, miserable soulless creeps they were. The only song of theirs I kind of like is "Take It Easy", and even then Jackson Browne's original blows it away.Got my Neil Young tickets. Early birthday present (cheers, maw!).I know the singing drummer thing is pretty tenuous as I can name many brilliant singing drummers (Georgia Hubley being my favourite), but the evils of Don Henley (Boys of Summer singing cunt) and Phil Collins have tarnished the name of singing drummers everywhere.Got a ticket too. I was planning on getting my dad one for his birthday, but he pre-empted me and got me one for my birthday. I'm repaying the favour by getting him one to see The Boss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mooseloose Posted March 2, 2009 Report Share Posted March 2, 2009 I love Neil Young, but AECC: count me out.I know what you mean. I really hate that venue. The acoustics in the place are friggin' awfull. Still, I'm not missing out on the chance to see Neil Young and I've already got my ticket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
What Scene? Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 For anyone that thinks he's past it, I saw him on the 1st February headlining the Big Day Out in Perth, Australia, and I thought he was immense. Watched My Morning Jacket, who I thought were amazing, first time I'd ever seen them, and then the Arctic Monkeys who played directly before Young. Brilliant set, basically a Greatest Hits. He was wearing a oversize t-shirt and jeans, looked the scruffiest man at the festival but absolutely belted the tunes out. Total passion. Great balance in the set too from the likes of 'Hey Hey My My' nearly deafening you to the acousic 'Old Man ' and 'Heart of Gold' etc etc, ye ken the drill!Pity it's at the AECC though.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pogofish Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 I know what you mean. I really hate that venue. The acoustics in the place are friggin' awfull. Still, I'm not missing out on the chance to see Neil Young and I've already got my ticket.Yes - This.Young is the first act in a very long time that has made me want to buy a ticket there & the only reason I did was because June is a very busy month for me & I doubt I'd get the time off to go & see him elsewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
french_disko Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 Yes - This.Young is the first act in a very long time that has made me want to buy a ticket there & the only reason I did was because June is a very busy month for me & I doubt I'd get the time off to go & see him elsewhere.I'd even go & see Neil if he played in Moshulu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moose Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 I'd even go & see Neil if he played in Moshulu.That's a good point. It's Neil Young, in Aberdeen! I think this is going to be awesome, mind you I havn't been to a gig in the AECC for a very long time. I bought a ticket and I'm excited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lemonade Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 60 a ticket is more than I'm willing to pay. There are a few acts I would pay that much to see (I paid 150 for a T in the Park ticket just to see Ben Folds) but Neil Young isn't one of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pogofish Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 I'd even go & see Neil if he played in Moshulu.Yes, exactly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cortezthekiller Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 neil young at aeccWell i can hardly believe he is coming to Aberdeen- was desperate to see him last year and even thought of going to Ireland. Cant wait! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glennbuchan Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 My parents bought some and they are really looking forward to it. I'm deciding if I want to go or not but it's sure to be an amazing night. Does anyone know who is supporting and why he's playing Aberdeen? Is it a warm up to a festival etc?Apologies if this has already been answered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monster Zero Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 My ticket is booked, wouldn't miss it regardless of the venue. As with Bob Dylan at the AECC, how many chances will you have to see a true legend in your near vicinity?How the fuck did The Eagles end up in a Neil Young thread? That's like mentioning Kate Nash in a Patti Smith thread.I fucking detest The Eagles...tepid pish that deserved to remain in the 70's. The only good thing to come from The Eagles was the Spanish version of 'Hotel California' that cropped up in The Big Lebowski but even that was more because of the dual amusement factor of John Turturro in a purple jumpsuit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cortezthekiller Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 neil at the aeccwell I am amazed he is coming to Aberdeen - maybe wants to see where Trump is planning his golf course. I dont care coz Ive got my ticket ordered and am over the moon about it. Its a chance in a lifetime to hear the legend. Dont know if warm up for festival but he might do Ireland again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murrr Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 I'm doing an extra day at work next week just to fund this.Can't effin' wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pogofish Posted March 3, 2009 Report Share Posted March 3, 2009 Well, seeing as there a good few of us going, how about seeing if Bob at the Donview wants us to host us for a wee sesh before the gig? http://www.aberdeen-music.com/forums/other-clubs-venues/53990-donview-bar.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cortezthekiller Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 you couldnt love Neil Young then- him at the AECC - its a chance of a lifetime Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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